Table of Contents
- Basics
- Read me first
- Device overheating situations and solutions
- Device layout and functions
- Battery
- Memory card (microSD card)
- Turning the device on and off
- Initial setup
- Samsung account
- Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch)
- Understanding the screen
- Notification panel
- Screen capture and screen record
- Entering text
- Apps and features
- Installing or uninstalling apps
- Finder
- S Pen features
- Bixby
- Bixby Vision
- Samsung Daily
- Bixby Routines
- Phone
- Contacts
- Messages
- Internet
- Camera
- Gallery
- AR Zone
- Multi window
- Samsung Members
- Samsung Notes
- PENUP
- Calendar
- Reminder
- Samsung Flow
- Voice Recorder
- My Files
- Clock
- Calculator
- Samsung Kids
- SmartThings
- Sharing content
- Daily Board
- Google apps
- Settings
- Appendix
- Health and Safety
Samsung SM-P610N User Manual
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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
6 Device overheating situations and
solutions
9 Device layout and functions
15 Battery
18 Memory card (microSD card)
20 Turning the device on and off
21 Initial setup
22 Samsung account
23 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
25 Understanding the screen
37 Notification panel
39 Screen capture and screen record
40 Entering text
Apps and features
44 Installing or uninstalling apps
46 Finder
47 S Pen features
59 Bixby
63 Bixby Vision
66 Samsung Daily
67 Bixby Routines
70 Phone
74 Contacts
77 Messages
80 Internet
82 Camera
95 Gallery
100 AR Zone
103 Multi window
107 Samsung Members
107 Samsung Notes
115 PENUP
119 Calendar
120 Reminder
122 Samsung Flow
124 Voice Recorder
125 My Files
125 Clock
127 Calculator
128 Samsung Kids
129 SmartThings
133 Sharing content
134 Daily Board
137 Google apps
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165 Advanced features
166 Motions and gestures
166 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
167 Digital Wellbeing
168 Device care
168 Optimizing your device
169 Battery
170 Storage
170 Memory
170 Security
171 Apps
171 General management
172 Accessibility
173 Software update
174 About tablet
Appendix
175 Troubleshooting
180 Removing the battery
Health and Safety
Settings
139 Introduction
139 Connections
140 Wi-Fi
142 Bluetooth
143 More connection settings
145 Sound
145 Dolby Atmos (surround sound)
146 Separate app sound
146 Notifications
147 Display
148 Dark mode settings
148 Screensaver
149 Wallpaper
149 Lock screen
150 Smart Lock
150 Biometrics and security
151 Face recognition
154 Secure Folder
159 Privacy
159 Location
160 Accounts and backup
161 Users
163 Samsung Cloud
164 Google
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Basics
Read me first
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
•
Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
•
Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
•
Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
•
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customize the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.
•
Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
•
You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
•
Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
•
Modifying the device’s operating system or installing software from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
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Depending on the region or service provider, a screen protector is attached for protection
during production and distribution. Damage to the attached screen protector is not
covered by the warranty.
•
You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically
adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature
of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting.
–
It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods and turn off the touchscreen when not using the device.
–
You can set the touchscreen to turn off automatically when you are not using it.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
→
Screen timeout
, and then select the length
of time you want the device to wait before turning off the touchscreen.
–
To set the touchscreen to automatically adjust its brightness based on the
surrounding environment, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
, and then tap the
Adaptive brightness
switch to activate it.
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
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Device overheating situations and solutions
When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast
charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or
performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot,
the charger may stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
•
If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.
•
When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
The wireless charging or fast charging feature is only available on supported models.
When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.
The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat. Depending on
the functions and apps you use, these examples may not apply to your model.
•
During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
•
When downloading large files
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When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
–
When playing high-quality games for extended periods
–
When recording videos for extended periods
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When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
–
When connecting to a TV
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While multitasking (or when running many apps in the background)
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When using Multi window
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When updating or installing apps while recording videos
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When downloading large files during a video call
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When recording videos while using a navigation app
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When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
•
When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
•
When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
•
When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
•
When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
•
When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
•
When you are roaming
Do the following when the device heats up:
•
Keep the device updated with the latest software.
•
Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
•
Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
•
Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.
•
Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
•
If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If
the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
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Precautions for device overheating
If you begin to feel uncomfortable due to the device overheating, stop using the device.
When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may
turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models.
•
If the device overheats and reaches a certain temperature, a warning message will appear
to prevent device failure, skin irritations and damages, and battery leakage. To lower the
device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be limited
and battery charging will stop. Running apps will be closed and all calling and other
features will be limited, except for emergency calls, until the device cools down.
•
If a second message appears due to a further increase of the device’s temperature, the
device will turn off. Do not use the device until the device’s temperature drops below the
specified level. If the second warning message appears during an emergency call, the call
will not be disconnected by a forced shut down.
Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.
•
Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
•
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
•
Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.
•
Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.
•
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers.
•
Do not use a cable whose covering is peeled off or damaged, and do not use any charger
or battery that is damaged or malfunctioning.
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Device layout and functions
Package contents
Refer to the quick start guide for package contents.
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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
•
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
•
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
•
You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
•
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
•
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.
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Device layout
Front camera
Side key (Power/Bixby)
Volume key
Multipurpose jack (USB
Type-C)
Microphone
RGB Light sensor
Touchscreen
Microphone
Speaker
Memory card tray
GPS antenna
Earphone jack
Speaker
Rear camera
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The device and some accessories (sold separately) contain magnets. The American
Heart Association (US) and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory
Agency (UK) both warn that magnets can affect the operation of implanted
pacemakers, cardioverters, defibrillators, insulin pumps or other electro medical
devices (collectively, “Medical Device”) within the range of 15 cm (6 inches). If you
are a user of any of these Medical Devices, DO NOT USE THIS DEVICE AND SOME
ACCESSORIES (SOLD SEPARATELY) UNLESS YOU HAVE CONSULTED WITH YOUR
PHYSICIAN.
•
Do not store your device and some accessories (sold separately) near magnetic
fields. Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and
boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
•
When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone,
do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is
irreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of
injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s
sound may become quiet or certain features may not work. If you attempt to
remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object, the device may be
damaged and its appearance may be affected.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
–
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection (SM-P615)
•
Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
•
Do not cover the RGB Light sensor area with screen accessories, such as a screen
protector or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
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Hard keys
Volume key
Side key (Power/Bixby)
Key Function
Volume key
•
Press to adjust the device volume.
Side key
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using
Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Side key +
Volume Down key
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the
Side key.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Side key
, and then select an option you
want.
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Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. The
soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. Refer to
Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.
S Pen
S Pen button
S Pen nib
Name Functions
S Pen nib
•
Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the
screen.
•
Hover the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional
S Pen features, such as the Air view feature.
S Pen button
•
Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to
display the Air command features.
•
While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over
items to select them.
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Replacing the S Pen nib
If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one.
1 Firmly hold the nib with the tweezers and remove it.
2 Insert a new nib into the S Pen.
2
1
Be careful not to pinch your fingers with the tweezers.
•
Do not reuse old nibs. Doing so may cause the S Pen to malfunction.
•
Do not press the nib excessively when inserting the nib into the S Pen.
•
Do not insert the round end of the nib into the S Pen. Doing so may cause damage
to the S Pen or your device.
•
Do not bend or apply excessive pressure with the S Pen while using it. The S Pen
may be damaged or the nib may be deformed.
•
Do not hard press on the screen with the S Pen. The pen nib may be deformed.
•
If you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the screen, the device may not recognize
the S Pen actions.
•
If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre.
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Battery
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Only use a Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for
your device. An incompatible battery, charger, or cable can cause serious injuries or
damage to your device.
•
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
•
Only use the USB Type-C cable supplied with the device. The device may be
damaged if you use a Micro USB cable.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
1 Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter.
2 Plug the USB cable into the device’s multipurpose jack.
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3 Plug the USB power adapter into an electric socket.
4 After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the device. Then, unplug the charger
from the electric socket.
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
•
Optimize the device using the device care feature.
•
When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Side key.
•
Activate power saving mode.
•
Close unnecessary apps.
•
Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
•
Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced.
•
Decrease the backlight time.
•
Decrease the screen brightness.
Battery charging tips and precautions
•
When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
•
If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.
•
If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
•
Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower
charging speed due to a lower electric current.
•
The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
•
While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the
charger may stop charging. If this occurs during wireless charging, disconnect the device
from the charger to let it cool down, then charge the device again later.
•
If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.
•
If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.
Fast charging
The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can charge the battery more quickly while
the device or its screen is turned off.
Increasing the charging speed
To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery.
If the fast charging feature is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Device care
→
Battery
→
Charging
, and then tap the
Fast charging
switch to activate it.
•
While charging, you cannot activate or deactivate this feature.
•
You cannot use the built-in fast charging feature when you charge the battery
using a standard battery charger.
•
If the device heats up or the ambient air temperature rises, the charging speed may
decrease automatically. This is a normal operating condition to prevent damage to
the device.
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Memory card (microSD card)
Installing a memory card
Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards
may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and
type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.
•
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
•
Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
•
The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat
the card or will not recognize the card. To use the memory card, you must format it.
If your device cannot format or recognize the memory card, contact the memory
card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre.
•
Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
•
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the
My Files
→
SD card
folder.
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1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.
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2 Pull the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Place a memory card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
4 Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may fall out of the tray.
5 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
•
If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
•
Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Device care
→
Storage
→
Advanced
→
SD card
→
Unmount
.
Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the
device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing
so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or
device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from
the misuse of external storage devices.
Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Device care
→
Storage
→
Advanced
→
SD card
→
Format
.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
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Turning the device on and off
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes and hospitals.
Turning the device on
Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
Turning the device off
1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down key
simultaneously. Alternatively, open the notification panel and tap .
Volume Down key
Side key
2 Tap
Power off
.
To restart the device, tap
Restart
.
You can set the device to turn off when you press and hold the Side key. Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Side key
, and then tap
Power off menu
under
Press and hold
.
Forcing restart
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down
key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
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Initial setup
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to set up your device.
1 Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
2 Select your preferred device language and select .
Select a language.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
The Home screen will appear.
If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device
features during the initial setup.
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Samsung account
Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of
Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website.
To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit
account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, launch the
Settings
app
and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
→
Samsung account
→
→
Help
.
Creating a Samsung account
If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one. You can create a Samsung
account using your email address.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
→
Add account
→
Samsung account
.
Alternatively, launch the
Settings
app and tap .
2 Tap
Create account
.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.
Signing in to your Samsung account
If you already have a Samsung account, sign in to your Samsung account.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
→
Add account
→
Samsung account
.
Alternatively, launch the
Settings
app and tap .
2 Enter your Samsung account ID and password and tap
Sign in
.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete signing in to your Samsung account.
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Finding your ID and resetting your password
If you forget your Samsung account ID or password, tap
Find ID
or
Reset password
on the
Samsung account sign-in screen. You can find your ID or reset your password after you enter
the required information.
Removing your Samsung account
When you remove your Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or
events, will also be removed.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
.
2 Tap
Samsung account
→
Personal info
→
→
Remove account
.
3 Tap
Remove
, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap
OK
.
Transferring data from your previous device
(Smart Switch)
You can use Smart Switch to transfer data from your previous device to your new device.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Smart Switch
.
•
This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
•
Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to
transfer.
Transferring data wirelessly
Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.
1 On the previous device, launch
Smart Switch
.
If you do not have the app, download it from
Galaxy Store
or
Play Store
.
2 On your device, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Smart
Switch
.
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3 Place the devices near each other.
4 On the previous device, tap
Send data
→
Wireless
.
5 On your device, select an item to transfer and tap
Transfer
.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.
After the data is done transferring, you can view a list of the transferred data on your
device.
Backing up and restoring data using external storage
Transfer data using external storage, such as a microSD card.
1 Back up data from your previous device to external storage.
2 Insert or connect the external storage device to your device.
3 On your device, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Accounts and backup
→
Smart Switch
→
→
Restore
.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from external storage.
Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch
computer version app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. Back up data from your
previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a
program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
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3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable.
4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
5 Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.
6 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
Understanding the screen
Controlling the touchscreen
•
Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
•
To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
•
It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for
extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting.
•
The device may not recognize touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
•
It is recommended to use fingers or the S Pen when you use the touchscreen.
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Tapping
Tap the screen.
Tapping and holding
Tap and hold the screen for
approximately 2 seconds.
Dragging
Tap and hold an item and drag it to the
target position.
Double-tapping
Double-tap the screen.
Swiping
Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left,
or to the right.
Spreading and pinching
Spread two fingers apart or pinch on
the screen.
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Navigation bar (soft buttons)
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the
bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back
button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app currently
being used or usage environment.
Button Function
Recents
•
Tap to open the list of recent apps.
Home
•
Tap to return to the Home screen.
•
Tap and hold to launch the
Google Assistant
app.
Back
•
Tap to return to the previous screen.
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Hiding the navigation bar
View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Display
→
Navigation bar
, and then tap
Full screen gestures
under
Navigation type
. The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear.
Tap
More options
and select an option you want.
•
Swipe from bottom
: The gesture hints will appear where the soft buttons are located. To
use the soft buttons, drag the gesture hint of the desired button upwards.
•
Swipe from sides and bottom
:
–
Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to move to the Home screen.
–
Swipe up and hold to view the list of recent apps.
–
Swipe inward from either side of the screen to return to the previous screen.
–
Swipe inward from one of the bottom corners to launch the
Google Assistant
app.
Swipe from bottom Swipe from sides and bottom
If you want to hide the gesture hints at the bottom of the screen, tap the
Gesture hints
switch to deactivate it.
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Home screen and Apps screen
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.
The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.
The screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.
A widget
Navigation bar (soft buttons)
Favourite apps
Screen indicator
Multi window tray handle
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Switching between Home and Apps screens
On the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen.
To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen.
Alternatively, tap the Home button or the Back button.
Home screen Apps screen
If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping
the button. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap
Home screen settings
, and
then tap the
Apps button
switch to activate it. The Apps button will be added at the bottom
of the Home screen.
Apps button
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Displaying the screen in landscape mode
Rotate the device until it is horizontal to view the screen in landscape mode.
Moving items
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel,
drag it to the side of the screen.
To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen,
and then tap
Add to Home
. A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home screen.
You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.
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Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps.
On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another
app.
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap
Folder name
and enter a
folder name.
•
Adding more apps
Tap on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap
Done
. You can also add an app by
dragging it to the folder.
•
Moving apps from a folder
Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.
•
Deleting a folder
Tap and hold a folder, and then tap
Delete folder
. Only the folder will be deleted. The
folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.
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Editing the Home screen
On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add,
delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.
•
Add panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap .
•
Move panels: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
•
Delete panels: Tap on the panel.
•
Wallpapers
: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
•
Widgets
: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide
information and convenient access on your Home screen. Tap and hold a widget, and
then drag it to the Home screen. The widget will be added on the Home screen.
•
Home screen settings
: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen grid or
layout.
Displaying all apps on the Home screen
Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the
Home screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap
Home screen
settings
→
Home screen layout
→
Home screen only
→
Apply
.
You can now access all your apps by swiping to the left on the Home screen.
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Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table
below are most common.
•
The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the
status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
•
Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel.
•
The indicator icons may appear differently depending on the service provider or
model.
Icon Meaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
/ LTE network connected
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
Location services being used
Call in progress
Missed call
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Mute mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery charging
Battery power level
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Lock screen
Pressing the Side key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and
automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.
If the screen is off, press the Side key to turn on the screen.
Locked screen
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Changing the screen lock method
To change the screen lock method, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Lock screen
→
Screen lock
type
, and then select a method.
When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or your biometric data for the screen lock method,
you can protect your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device.
After setting the screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever
unlocking it.
•
Swipe
: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.
•
Pattern
: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.
•
PIN
: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.
•
Password
: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock
the screen.
•
None
: Do not set a screen lock method.
•
Face
: Register your face to unlock the screen. Refer to Face recognition for more
information.
You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if the unlock code is entered
incorrectly several times in a row and the attempt limit is reached. Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Lock screen
→
Secure lock settings
, unlock the screen using the
preset screen lock method, and then tap the
Auto factory reset
switch to activate it.
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Notification panel
When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more
information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel,
swipe upwards on the screen.
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
View the notification details
and perform various actions.
Clear all notifications.
Control media on your device
and connected nearby
devices.
Access the power options.
Launch Settings.
Access the notification
settings.
Quick setting buttons
Control connected nearby
devices and SmartThings
devices and scenes.
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Using quick setting buttons
Tap the quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the
notification panel to view more buttons.
To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.
To rearrange buttons, tap
→
Button order
, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to
another location.
Controlling media playback
Take control of music or video playback easily using the Media feature. You can also continue
playback on another device.
1 Open the notification panel and tap
Media
.
2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback.
To continue playback on another device, tap and select the device you want.
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Screen capture and screen record
Screen capture
Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the
captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.
Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be saved in
Gallery
.
•
Key capture: Press the Side key and the Volume Down key simultaneously.
•
Air command capture: Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to
open the Air command panel, and then, tap
Screen write
. Refer to Screen write for more
information.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the
screen:
•
: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page, such as a
webpage. When you tap , the screen will automatically scroll down and more content
will be captured.
•
: Write or draw on the screenshot or crop a portion from the screenshot. The cropped
area will be saved in
Gallery
.
•
: Share the screenshot with others.
If the options are not visible on the captured screen, launch the
Settings
app,
tap
Advanced features
→
Screenshots and screen recorder
, and then tap the
Screenshot toolbar
switch to activate it.
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Screen record
Record the screen while using your device.
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Screen recorder
) to activate
it. After a countdown, recording will start.
•
To write or draw on the screen, tap .
When you are finished recording the video, tap . The video will be saved in
Gallery
.
To change the screen recorder settings, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced
features
→
Screenshots and screen recorder
→
Screen recorder settings
.
Entering text
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send emails, create notes, and
more.
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.
Break to the next line.
Delete a preceding character.
Enter symbols.
Enter uppercase. For all caps,
tap it twice.
Additional keyboard functions
Move the cursor.
Enter a space.
View more keyboard
functions.
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Changing the input language
Tap
→
Languages and types
→
Manage input languages
and select the languages to
use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages
by swiping to the left or right on the space key.
Changing the keyboard
On the navigation bar, tap to change the keyboard.
To change the keyboard type, tap
→
Languages and types
, select a language, and then
select the keyboard type you want.
If the keyboard button does not appear on the navigation bar, launch the
Settings
app, tap
General management
→
Language and input
→
On-screen
keyboard
, and then tap the
Show Keyboard button
switch to activate it.
Additional keyboard functions
Some features may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
: Enter emoticons.
•
: Enter stickers.
•
: Attach animated GIFs.
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•
: Switch to handwriting mode.
Switch to the standard
keyboard.
•
: Change the keyboard mode.
•
: Enter text by voice.
•
: Change the keyboard settings.
•
→
: Search for content on the device quickly and enter it.
•
→
: Translate text and enter it.
•
→
: Add an item from the clipboard.
•
→
: Open the text editing panel.
•
→
: Change the keyboard size.
•
→
/ : Enter stickers.
Copying and pasting
1 Tap and hold over text.
2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
Select all
to select all text.
3 Tap
Copy
or
Cut
.
The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap
Paste
.
To paste text that you have previously copied, tap
Clipboard
and select the text.
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Dictionary
Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages.
1 Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up.
2 Tap
Dictionary
on the options list.
If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, tap
Move to Manage dictionaries
, tap
next to a dictionary, and then tap
Install
to download it.
3 View the definition in the dictionary pop-up window.
To switch to the full screen view, tap . Tap the definition on the screen to view more
definitions. In the detailed view, tap to add the word to your favourite words list or tap
Search Web
to use the word as a search term.
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Apps and features
Installing or uninstalling apps
Galaxy Store
Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialized for Samsung
Galaxy devices.
Launch the
Galaxy Store
app.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Installing apps
Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
Install
. To purchase
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.
To change the auto update settings, tap
→
→
Auto update apps
, and then
select an option.
Play Store
Purchase and download apps.
Launch the
Play Store
app.
Installing apps
Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.
Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
Install
. To purchase
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.
To change the auto update settings, tap
→
Settings
→
Auto-update apps
, and
then select an option.
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Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
Tap and hold an app and select an option.
•
Uninstall
: Uninstall downloaded apps.
•
Disable
: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.
Some apps may not support this feature.
Enabling apps
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Apps
→
→
Disabled
, select an app, and then tap
Enable
.
Setting app permissions
For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information
on your device.
To view your app permission settings, launch the
Settings
app and tap
Apps
. Select an app
and tap
Permissions
. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.
To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the
Settings
app
and tap
Apps
→
→
Permission manager
. Select an item and select an app.
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not
function properly.
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Finder
Search for content on the device quickly.
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Search
. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe
downwards, and then tap .
2 Enter a keyword.
Apps and content on your device will be searched.
If you tap on the keyboard, you can search for more content.
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S Pen features
Air command
Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used
apps.
To open the Air command panel, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
You can also tap the Air command icon ( ) with the S Pen.
Drag upwards or downwards on the Air command panel and select a function or app you
want.
Create note
Smart select
View all notes
Screen write
AR Doodle
Live messages
S Pen settings
Adding shortcuts to the Air command panel
Add shortcuts to frequently used apps or functions to the Air command panel.
On the Air command panel, tap
Add shortcuts
and select apps or functions to open from the
panel.
Alternatively, open the Air command panel and tap
→
Shortcuts
.
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S Pen features
Activate various S Pen features from the Air command panel. The shortcuts that do not
appear on the panel by default can be added by using the Add shortcuts feature.
•
Create note
: Create notes easily in a pop-up window without launching the
Samsung
Notes
app. Refer to Create note for more information.
•
View all notes
: View all notes in the
Samsung Notes
app.
•
Smart select
: Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or
saving. Refer to Smart select for more information.
•
Screen write
: Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the
captured image. You can also capture the current content and the hidden content on an
elongated page, such as a webpage. Refer to Screen write for more information.
•
Live messages
: Instead of text message, create and send a unique message by recording
your actions while handwriting or drawing a live message and saving it as an animated
file. Refer to Apps and features for more information.
•
AR Doodle
: Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere
else. Refer to AR Doodle for more information.
•
PENUP
: Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips. Refer to
PENUP for more information.
•
Bixby Vision
: Use the Bixby Vision features to search for similar images, detect and
translate text, and more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information.
•
Glance
: Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open
the app in full screen view. Refer to Glance for more information.
•
Colouring
: Add colours to images provided by PENUP using the S Pen.
•
Write on calendar
: Launch the
Calendar
app and write or draw on the screen. Refer to
Write on calendar for more information.
•
Add shortcuts
: Add shortcuts to frequently used apps to the Air command panel.
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Air command icon
When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You
can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon with the S Pen.
To move the icon, drag to a new location.
If the Air command icon does not appear on the screen, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
S Pen
, and then tap the
Show floating icon
switch to activate it.
Create note
Create notes easily in a pop-up window without launching the
Samsung Notes
app.
1 Open the Air command panel and tap
Create note
. Alternatively, double-tap the screen
while pressing and holding the S Pen button.
The note screen will appear as a pop-up window.
2 Create a note using the S Pen.
Undo
Redo
Adjust the transparency level.
Eraser
Pen
3 When you are finished composing the note, tap
Save
.
The note will be saved in
Samsung Notes
.
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Smart select
Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving. You can also
select an area from a video and capture it as a GIF animation.
1 When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open the Air
command panel and tap
Smart select
.
2 Select a desired shape icon on the toolbar and drag the S Pen across the content you
want to select.
To pin the selected area at the top of the screen, tap , select the area and then tap
Pin
to screen
.
3 Select an option to use with the selected area.
•
Extract text
: Extract text from the selected area.
•
Pin to screen
: Pin the selected area to the screen.
•
: Automatically changes the appearance of the selected area.
•
: Write or draw on the selected area.
•
: Share the selected area with others.
•
: Save the selected area in
Gallery
.
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Capturing an area from a video
While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF animation.
1 When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air
command panel and tap
Smart select
.
2 On the toolbar, tap .
3 Adjust the position and size of the capturing area.
Drag a corner of
the frame to resize.
Select a quality.
Adjust the position.
4 Tap
Record
to start capturing.
•
Before capturing a video, make sure that the video is playing.
•
The maximum duration you can capture an area of the video for will be displayed
on the screen.
•
When capturing an area from a video, its sound will not be recorded.
5 Tap
Stop
to stop capturing.
6 Select an option to use with the selected area.
•
: Write or draw on the selected area. Tap to view the result before saving the file.
•
: Share the selected area with others.
•
: Save the selected area in
Gallery
.
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Screen write
Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps.
1 When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap
Screen
write
.
The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears.
2 If you capture the content on an elongated page, such as a webpage, tap
Scroll capture
to capture the hidden content. Tap
Scroll capture
repeatedly until screen capture is
complete, and then tap
Done
.
3 Write a memo on the screenshot.
Undo
Pen type
Pen colour
Redo
Pen radius
4 Select an option to use with the screenshot.
•
Share
: Share the screenshot with others.
•
Save
: Save the screenshot in
Gallery
.
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Live messages
Instead of a text message, create and send a unique message by recording your actions while
handwriting or drawing a live message and saving it as an animated file.
1 When you want to send an animated message, open the Air command panel and tap
Live messages
.
The live message screen will appear.
2 Customize the background image and tap
Done
or
Start drawing
.
•
Gallery
: Set a photo or a video saved in Gallery as a background image.
•
Camera
: Take a photo or record a video and set it as a background image.
•
Colour
: Select a background colour.
3 Write or draw on the live message screen.
Message input
limit
Preview
Start over.
Undo
Change the
pen radius.
Change the file
format.
Change the
writing effect.
Change the
pen colour.
4 Tap
Done
.
The live message will be saved in
Gallery
as an animated GIF file or a video.
5 Tap
Share
and select a method.
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Bixby Vision
When you hover the S Pen over the content, the content is recognized and available search
icons will appear. Use the features to search for similar images, detect and translate text, and
more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information.
1 When there is an image you want to search for relevant information or extract text from,
open the Air command panel and tap
Bixby Vision
.
2 Hover the S Pen over the content you want.
When the content is recognized, the available search icons will appear.
3 Select an icon you want.
4 To close Bixby Vision, tap on the Bixby Vision panel.
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Glance
Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full
screen view.
For example, launch a map app, open the Air command panel, and then tap
Glance
. The app
will be reduced to a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen. While browsing webpages, hover
the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the map app on the full screen and quickly search for
places.
Thumbnail
Hover the S Pen away from the screen to reduce the app to a thumbnail again.
To close the minimized app, tap and hold the thumbnail and drag it to
Remove
at the top of
the screen.
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Write on calendar
Fill in your plans easily and quickly by writing or drawing on the calendar screen.
Open the Air command panel, tap
Write on calendar
, and then fill in your plans on the
calendar. When you are finished, tap
Save
. To edit it, tap .
Pen settings
Eraser Undo
Redo
You can use this feature only on the calendar monthly view.
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Air view
Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a pop-
up window.
In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window.
Action buttons
If this feature is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
S
Pen
, and then tap the
Air view
switch to activate it.
Pen Select
While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over text or item lists to select
multiple items or text. You can also copy and paste the selected items or text into another
app or share them with others.
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Screen off memo
You can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it.
Change the pen colour.
Eraser
Change the line thickness.
Save the memo in Samsung
Notes.
If this feature is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
S
Pen
, and then tap the
Screen off memo
switch to activate it.
Creating a screen off memo
1 When the screen is off, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
2 Write or draw a memo.
To extend the page, tap .
To save the memo, tap
Save
. The memo will be saved to
Samsung Notes
→
→
Screen off memo
.
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Bixby
Introduction
Bixby is a user interface that helps you use your device more conveniently.
You can talk to Bixby or type text. Bixby will launch a function you request or show the
information you want. It also learns your usage patterns and environments. The more it learns
about you, the more precisely it will understand you.
•
To use Bixby, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
•
To use Bixby, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
•
Bixby is only available in some languages, and certain features may not be
available depending on your region.
Starting Bixby
When you launch Bixby for the first time, the Bixby intro page will appear. You must select
the language to use with Bixby, sign in to your Samsung account according to the on-screen
instructions, and then agree to the terms and conditions.
1 Press and hold the Side key. Alternatively, launch the
Bixby
app.
Side key
Sign in to your
Samsung
account.
Select a
language.
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2 Select the language to use with Bixby.
3 Tap
Sign in to Samsung account
and follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your
Samsung account.
If you are already signed in, your account information will appear on the screen.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
The Bixby screen will appear.
Using Bixby
When you say what you want to Bixby, Bixby will launch corresponding functions or show the
information you requested.
While pressing and holding the Side key, say what you want to Bixby, and then release your
finger from the key when you are finished speaking. Alternatively, say “Hi, Bixby”, and when
the device emits a sound, say what you want.
For example, while pressing and holding the Side key, say “How’s the weather today?” The
weather information will appear on the screen.
If you want to know the weather tomorrow, while pressing and holding the Side key, just say
“Tomorrow?” Because Bixby understands the context of the conversation, it will show you
tomorrow’s weather.
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Corresponding function
launched
Listening
"How's the weather
today?"
If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, while pressing and holding the Side key,
answer Bixby. Or, tap and answer Bixby.
If you are using headphones or Bluetooth audio, or start a conversation by saying “Hi, Bixby”,
you can continue the conversation without tapping the icon. Launch the
Bixby
app and tap
→
→
Automatic listening
→
Hands-free only
.
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Waking up Bixby using your voice
You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby”. Register your voice so that Bixby
will respond to your voice when you say “Hi, Bixby”.
1 Launch the
Bixby
app and tap
→
→
Voice wake-up
.
2 Tap the
Wake with “Hi, Bixby”
switch to activate it.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Now you can say “Hi, Bixby”, and when the device emits a sound, start a conversation.
Communicating by typing text
If your voice is not recognized due to noisy environments or if you are in a situation where
speaking is difficult, you can communicate with Bixby via text.
Launch the
Bixby
app and tap , and then type what you want.
During the communication, Bixby also will answer you through text instead of voice
feedback.
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Bixby Vision
Introduction
Bixby Vision is a service that provides various features based on image recognition. You can
use Bixby Vision to quickly search for information by recognizing objects. Use a variety of
useful Bixby Vision features.
Translate or extract text.
Search (including similar
images)
Shopping
Scan QR code.
•
To use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
•
The available features and search results may vary depending on the region or
service provider.
•
This feature may not be available or you may not get correct search results
depending on the image size, format, or resolution.
•
Samsung is not responsible for the product information provided by Bixby Vision.
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Launching Bixby Vision
Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods.
•
In the
Camera
app, tap
MORE
on the shooting modes list and tap
BIXBY VISION
.
•
In the
Gallery
app, select an image and tap .
•
In the
Internet
app, tap and hold an image and tap
Bixby Vision
.
•
If you added the Bixby Vision app icon to the Apps screen, launch the
Bixby Vision
app.
Translating or extracting text
Recognize and show the translated text on the screen. You can also extract text from a
document or an image file.
For example, if you want to know what a sign says while travelling abroad, use the Bixby
Vision features. The device will translate the sign’s text into the language you select.
1 Launch the
Camera
app, tap
MORE
on the shooting modes list, and then tap
BIXBY
VISION
.
2 Select and keep the text within the screen to recognize it.
The translated text will appear on the screen.
•
To extract text, tap . If you tap , you can use additional features with the extracted
text, such as sharing or saving it.
•
To change the source or target language, tap the language settings panel at the
bottom of the screen.
Searching for similar images and related information
Search for images similar to the recognized object online and related information. You can
view various images with properties similar to the object, such as colour or shape, and view
the related information.
For example, if you want to know the information about a building, use the Bixby Vision
features. The device will search for and show you related information or images with similar
characteristics.
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1 Launch the
Camera
app, tap
MORE
on the shooting modes list, and then tap
BIXBY
VISION
.
2 Select and keep the object within the screen to recognize it.
3 Select a search result.
The similar images and related information will appear.
Searching for shopping information
Recognize a product to search for information even when you do not know the product’s
name.
For example, if you want to search for the product’s information online, use the Bixby Vision
features and the device will search for it and show you the results.
1 Launch the
Camera
app, tap
MORE
on the shooting modes list, and then tap
BIXBY
VISION
.
2 Select and keep the object within the screen to recognize it.
3 Select a search result.
The information about the product will appear.
Reading QR codes
Recognize QR codes and view a variety of information, such as websites, photos, videos,
maps, and business cards.
1 Launch the
Camera
app, tap
MORE
on the shooting modes list, and then tap
BIXBY
VISION
.
2 Select and keep the QR code within the screen to recognize it.
The information connected to the QR code will appear.
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Samsung Daily
View the latest news and various content, such as videos and games.
•
To use Samsung Daily, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile
network.
•
To fully use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
1 On the Home screen, swipe to the right.
The Samsung Daily screen will appear.
When launching this feature for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Access additional
options.
Access additional
card options.
Contents
•
To stop displaying a card on the list, tap at the top of the card and tap
Don’t show
again
.
•
To add or delete content to be shown as cards, tap
→
Cards
and tap the switches next
to items to turn them on or off.
•
To change the order of the cards, tap
→
Cards
→
Reorder
and drag to another
location.
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2 Swipe upwards or downwards to view content.
The content of the cards updates automatically at a specified interval. You can update
cards whenever you want by swiping downwards on the screen.
3 To close Samsung Daily, swipe to the left on the screen or tap the Back button.
Bixby Routines
Bixby Routines is a service that automates settings you use repeatedly and suggests useful
features according to your frequent situations by learning your usage patterns.
For example, a ‘before bed’ routine will perform actions,such as turning on silent mode and
dark mode, to not be jarring on your eyes and ears when you use the device before going to
bed.
Adding routines
Add routines to use your device more conveniently. When you add a routine, you can set its
running condition to auto or manual.
Adding recommended routines
When your device learns your usage patterns, it will recommend adding useful or frequently
used features as routines.
When the recommendation notification appears, tap
View all
and add it as your own routine.
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Adding routines from the recommendation list
View the list of useful features and add them as your own routines.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced features
→
Bixby Routines
.
2 On the
Discover
list, select a routine you want and tap
Save
.
•
To set the routine’s conditions and actions, tap
Edit
. Alternatively, tap the condition or
action you want to edit.
•
If you want to set the routine’s running condition to manual, tap
Start button tapped
.
This option will appear only when there are no running conditions set.
For manual routines, you can add them to the Home screen as widgets and access
them quickly. When a pop-up window appears, tap
Add
.
Adding your own routines
Add features you want to use as routines.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced features
→
Bixby Routines
→
.
2 Tap , set conditions, and then tap
Next
.
If you want to set the routine’s running condition to manual, tap
Start button tapped
.
3 Tap , set actions, and then tap
Done
.
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4 Enter a routine name and tap
Done
.
For manual routines, you can add them to the Home screen as widgets and access them
quickly. When a pop-up windows appears, tap
Add
.
Using routines
Running auto routines
Auto routines will run automatically when their conditions are detected.
Running manual routines
For manual routines for which you set the running condition as
Start button tapped
, you can
run them manually by tapping the button whenever you want.
Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Bixby Routines
→
My routines
and tap
next to the routine you want to run. Alternatively, tap the routine’s widget on the Home
screen.
Viewing running routines
Currently running routines will appear on the notification panel. To view a routine’s details,
tap the notification.
Stopping running routines
You can quickly stop running routines. On the notification panel, select a routine and tap
Stop
.
Managing routines
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced features
→
Bixby Routines
→
My routines
.
Your routines will appear.
To deactivate a routine, tap the routine’s switch or .
To edit a routine, select a routine and tap
Edit
. Alternatively, tap the condition or action you
want to edit.
To delete routines, tap
→
Delete
, tick routines to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
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Phone
Introduction
Make or answer voice calls.
•
To make a call and send a text message, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced
features
, and then tap the
Call & text on other devices
switch to activate it. You
must register and sign in to the same Samsung account on your device and the
other device. Some calling and messaging features may not be available.
•
You can select the call and text method. Select a SIM card or your connected device
using the same Samsung account.
Making calls
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
2 Enter a phone number.
3 Tap to make a voice call.
Preview the phone number.
Delete a preceding character.
Access additional options.
Search for a contact.
Add the number to the
contacts list.
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Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Launch the
Phone
app, tap
Recents
or
Contacts
, and then swipe to the right on a contact or
a phone number to make a call.
If this feature is deactivated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Motions
and gestures
, and then tap the
Swipe to call or send messages
switch to activate it..
Making calls from the locked screen
On the locked screen, drag outside the circle.
Making calls by searching for nearby places
You can easily make calls to places near your current location by searching for their
information. You can search for nearby places by category, such as restaurants or stores, or by
selecting recommended hot places.
Launch the
Phone
app, tap
Places
, and then select a category or tap and enter a business
name in the search field. Or, select one from the recommended hot places. The business’s
information, such as its phone number or address, will appear.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Making an international call
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
2 Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.
3 Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .
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Receiving calls
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
Rejecting a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the
Send message
bar upwards
and select a message to send.
If the
Add reminder
switch is activated, a reminder will be saved to alert you of the rejected
call one hour later.
To create various rejection messages, launch the
Phone
app, tap
→
Settings
→
Quick
decline messages
, enter a message, and then tap .
Missed calls
If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view
the list of missed calls. Alternatively, launch the
Phone
app and tap
Recents
to view missed
calls.
Options during calls
During a voice call
The following actions are available:
•
: Access additional options.
•
Add call
: Dial a second call. The first call will be put on hold. When you end the second
call, the first call will be resumed.
•
Message
: Send a message to the caller.
•
Bluetooth
: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.
•
Hold call
: Hold a call. Tap
Resume call
to retrieve the held call.
•
Mute
: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
•
Keypad
/
Hide
: Open or close the keypad.
•
: End the current call.
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Adding a phone number to Contacts
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Keypad
.
2 Enter the number.
3 Tap
Add to Contacts
.
4 Tap
Create new contact
to create a new contact, or tap
Update existing contact
to add
the number to an existing contact.
Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Recents
.
2 Tap a phone number and tap
Add
.
3 Tap
Create new contact
to create a new contact, or tap
Update existing contact
to add
the number to an existing contact.
Adding a tag to a phone number
You can add tags to numbers without saving them to Contacts. This allows you to view the
caller’s information when they call without having them listed in Contacts.
1 Launch the
Phone
app and tap
Recents
.
2 Tap a phone number.
3 Tap
Add note
, enter a tag, and then tap
Add
.
When a call comes from that number, the tag will show under the number.
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Contacts
Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap .
2 Select a storage location.
3 Enter contact information.
Select a storage location.
Add an image.
Open more information fields.
Enter contact information.
Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save
may vary.
4 Tap
Save
.
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Importing contacts
Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Manage contacts
→
Import or export contacts
→
Import
.
2 Select a storage location to import contacts from.
3 Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap
Done
.
4 Select a storage location to save contacts to and tap
Import
.
Syncing contacts with your web accounts
Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your
Samsung account.
1 Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
and select the account
to sync with.
2 Tap
Sync account
and tap the
Contacts
switch to activate it.
For the Samsung account, tap
→
Sync settings
and tap the
Contacts
switch to activate
it.
Searching for contacts
Launch the
Contacts
app.
Use one of the following search methods:
•
Scroll up or down the contacts list.
•
Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it
quickly.
•
Tap at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions:
•
: Add to favourite contacts.
•
: Make a voice call.
•
: Compose a message.
•
: Compose an email.
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Sharing contacts
You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app, tap at the top of the contacts list, and then tap
Share
.
2 Select contacts and tap
Share
.
3 Select a sharing method.
Creating groups
You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Groups
→
Create group
.
2 Enter a group name.
3 Tap
Add member
, select contacts to add to the group, and then tap
Done
.
4 Tap
Save
.
Sending a group message
You can send a group message to a group’s members at the same time.
Launch the
Contacts
app, tap
→
Groups
, and then select a group. Tap at the top of the
contacts list and tap
Send message
.
Merging duplicate contacts
When you import contacts from other storage, or sync contacts with other accounts, your
contacts list may include duplicate contacts. Merge duplicate contacts into one to streamline
your contacts list.
1 Launch the
Contacts
app and tap
→
Manage contacts
→
Merge contacts
.
2 Tick contacts and tap
Merge
.
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Deleting contacts
1 Launch the
Contacts
app, tap at the top of the contacts list, and then tap
Delete
.
2 Select contacts and tap
Delete
.
To delete contacts one by one, tap a contact. Then tap
→
Delete
.
Messages
Introduction
Send and view messages by conversation.
•
To make a call and send a text message, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced
features
, and then tap the
Call & text on other devices
switch to activate it. You
must register and sign in to the same Samsung account on your device and the
other device. Some calling and messaging features may not be available.
•
You can select the call and text method. Select a SIM card or your connected device
using the same Samsung account.
Sending messages
You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.
1 Launch the
Messages
app and tap .
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2 Add recipients and enter a message.
To record and send a voice message, tap and hold , say your message, and then release
your finger. The recording icon appears only while the message input field is empty.
Enter recipients.
Enter stickers.
Enter a message.
Attach files.
Recipient
Send the message.
3 Tap to send the message.
Viewing messages
Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.
You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming.
1 Launch the
Messages
app.
2 On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number.
•
To reply to the message, tap the message input field, enter a message, and then
tap .
•
To adjust the font size, spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
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Setting the message notification
You can change notification sound, display options, and more.
1 Launch the
Messages
app, tap at the top of the messages list, tap
Settings
→
Notifications
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
2 Change the notification settings.
Setting a message reminder
You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications. If
this feature is not activated, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accessibility
→
Advanced settings
→
Notification reminders
, and then tap the switch to activate it.
Deleting messages
1 Launch the
Messages
app.
2 On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number.
3 Tap and hold a message, then tap
Delete
.
To delete multiple messages, tick messages you want to delete.
4 Tap
Delete
.
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Internet
Introduction
Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to
access them conveniently.
Browsing webpages
1 Launch the
Internet
app.
2 Tap the address field.
3 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap
Go
.
To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.
Bookmark the current
webpage.
Open the homepage.
Close the tab.
Move between pages. Access additional options.
Open the browser's tab
manager.
Refresh the current webpage.
Open a new tab. View your bookmarks.
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Using secret mode
In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can
lock secret mode using a password and your biometric data.
Activating secret mode
Tap
→
Turn on Secret mode
. If you are using this feature for the first time, set whether to
use a password for secret mode.
In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars.
In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.
Changing security settings
You can change your password or the lock method.
Tap
→
Settings
→
Privacy and security
→
Secret mode settings
→
Change password
.
To use your registered biometric data as a lock method along with the password, tap an
option switch under
Biometrics
to activate it.
Deactivating secret mode
Tap
→
Turn off Secret mode
.
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Camera
Introduction
Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.
Camera etiquette
•
Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.
•
Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited.
•
Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s
privacy.
Launching Camera
Use the following methods to launch
Camera
:
•
Launch the
Camera
app.
•
Press the Side key twice quickly.
•
Some methods may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
Some camera features are not available when you launch the
Camera
app from the
locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is set.
•
If photos you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.
Taking photos
1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
•
Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
Alternatively, drag the lens selection icon to the left or right. Zooming features are
available only when using the rear camera.
•
To adjust the brightness of photos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar appears,
drag the adjustment bar towards or .
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2 Tap to take a photo.
Camera settings
Take a photo.
Preview thumbnail
Shooting modes
Select a lens.
Switch between the front and
rear cameras.
Options for current shooting
mode
Scene optimizer button
Current mode
•
The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.
•
The camera automatically shuts off when unused.
•
Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device
may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.
•
Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in
wide-angle photos or videos and does not indicate device performance problems.
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Selecting a lens for shooting
On the preview screen, select the lens you want and take a photo or record a video.
This feature is only available in some shooting modes.
•
: The wide-angle lens lets you take basic photos or record normal videos.
•
: The telephoto lens (2x optical zoom) lets you take photos or record videos by
enlarging the subject.
2x optical zoom shooting
Basic shooting
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Using shooting modes
To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to
the left or right on the preview screen.
Select a shooting mode you want.
Shooting modes list
Photo mode (Intelligent camera)
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
capture photos easily. The intelligent camera feature automatically recognizes the subject
and optimizes the colour and any effects.
On the shooting modes list, tap
PHOTO
and tap to take a photo.
Scene optimizer
The camera adjusts the colour settings and applies the optimized effect automatically by
recognizing the subject.
On the shooting modes list, tap
PHOTO
. When the camera recognizes the subject, the scene
optimizer button will change and the optimized colour and effect will be applied.
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•
If this feature is not activated, tap on the preview screen and tap the
Scene
optimizer
switch to activate it.
•
To use additional features, tap on the preview screen, tap
Scene optimizer
, and
then tap the switches next to the features you want.
•
If you do not want to use this feature, tap the
Scene optimizer
button on the
preview screen.
Taking selfies
You can take self-portraits with the front camera.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
PHOTO
.
2 On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front
camera for self-portraits.
3 Face the front camera lens.
4 Tap to take a photo.
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Applying filter and beauty effects
You can select a filter effect and modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape,
before taking a photo.
1 On the preview screen, tap .
2 Select a filter effect or beauty effects and take a photo.
Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)
You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from
automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.
Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and
exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo.
Video mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to
record videos easily.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
VIDEO
.
2 Tap to record a video.
•
To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .
•
To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To use auto
focus mode, tap
AF
to cancel the manually set focus.
3 Tap to stop recording the video.
The 2x optical zoom may not work in low-light environments.
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Live focus mode
Take photos that focus on the face by blurring the background. You can also apply a
background effect and edit it after taking a photo.
Blur Spin Zoom Colour point
•
Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light.
•
The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions:
–
The device or the subject is moving.
–
The subject has a similar colour to the background.
Taking portraits that stand out using the Live focus feature
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
LIVE FOCUS
.
Drag the background blur adjustment bar to the left or right to adjust the blur level.
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2 When
Ready
appears on the preview screen, tap to take a photo.
Background blur adjustment
bar
Editing the background of the Live focus photos
You can also edit the background effect and the intensity of the background effect for a
photo taken with the Live focus feature.
1 Select a photo taken with the Live focus feature and tap
Change background effect
.
2 Select a background effect you want.
To adjust the intensity of the background effect, drag the adjustment bar to the left or
right.
Adjust the intensity of the
background effect.
Change the background
effect.
3 Tap
Apply
to save the photo.
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Pro mode
Capture photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value
and ISO value.
On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
PRO
. Select options and customize the settings,
and then tap to take a photo.
Available options
•
: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for
stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects.
However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos.
•
: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. You
can set the colour temperature.
•
: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor
receives. If the image is too dark, increase the exposure. If the image is too light, reduce
the exposure.
Separating the focus area and the exposure area
You can separate the focus area and the exposure area.
Tap the preview screen where you want the focus area to lock and hold until the AF/AE lock
frame appears on the screen, separates into AF lock and AE lock frames, then rejoins to the
AF/AE lock frame. Tap the AF/AE lock frame and drag the AE lock frame to the location where
you want the exposure area to lock.
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Panorama mode
Using panorama mode, take a series of photos and then stitch them together to create a wide
scene.
To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips:
•
Move the camera slowly in one direction.
•
Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview
image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will
automatically stop taking photos.
•
Avoid taking photos of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a plain wall.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
PANORAMA
.
2 Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.
3 Tap to stop taking photos.
Food mode
Take photos of food with vibrant colours and blurred edges.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
FOOD
.
2 Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight.
The area outside the circular frame will be blurred.
To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame.
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3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone.
4 Tap to take a photo.
Hyperlapse mode
Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap
MORE
→
HYPERLAPSE
.
2 Tap and select a frame rate option.
If you set the frame rate to
Auto
, the device will automatically adjust the frame rate
according to the changing rate of the scene.
3 Tap to start recording.
4 Tap to finish recording.
5 On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail and tap
Play hyperlapse
to view the
video.
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Customizing camera settings
Options for current shooting mode
On the preview screen, use the following options.
The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode.
•
: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.
•
: Select an aspect ratio for photos.
•
: Apply a filter effect or beauty effects.
•
: Select a frame rate.
•
: Select an aspect ratio for videos.
•
: Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere else.
Refer to AR Doodle for more information.
•
: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.
Centre-weighted
uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the
exposure of the shot.
Spot
uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to
calculate the exposure of the shot.
Matrix
averages the entire scene.
•
: In
FOOD
mode, focus on a subject inside the circular frame and blur the image
outside the frame.
•
: In
FOOD
mode, adjust the colour tone.
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Camera settings
On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the
shooting mode.
Intelligent features
•
Scene optimizer
: Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the optimized
effect automatically depending on the subject or scene.
•
Scan QR codes
: Enable or disable the QR code reader.
Pictures
•
Hold Shutter button to
: Select an action to perform when you tap and hold the camera
button.
•
HEIF pictures (Photo)
: Take photos in the High Efficiency Image Format (HEIF). Your HEIF
photos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the device’s memory.
Videos
•
Rear video size
: Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the rear camera.
Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more
memory.
•
Front video size
: Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the front camera.
Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos, but they will take up more
memory.
•
High efficiency video
: Record videos in the High Efficiency Video Codec (HEVC) format.
Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the device’s storage
space.
You cannot play the HEVC videos on other devices or share them online.
•
Video stabilization
: Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image resulting
from camera shake while recording a video.
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Useful features
•
HDR (rich tone)
: Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and
dark areas.
•
Pictures as previewed
: Set the device to save photos as they appear on the preview
screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them.
•
Grid lines
: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
•
Location tags
: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.
•
GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed,
such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.
•
Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the
Internet. To avoid this, deactivate the location tag setting.
•
Shooting methods
: Select additional shooting methods for taking a photo or recording
a video.
•
Storage location
: Select the memory location for storage. This feature will appear when
you insert a memory card.
•
Watermark
: Add a watermark in the bottom left corner when taking pictures.
•
Reset settings
: Reset the camera settings.
•
Contact us
: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
•
About Camera
: View the Camera app version and legal information.
Gallery
Introduction
View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by
album or create stories.
Viewing images
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and tap
Pictures
.
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2 Select an image.
Access additional options.
Delete the image.
Share the image with others.
Add the image to favourites.
Modify the image.
Image and video thumbnail
Bixby Vision
You can create a movie, animated GIF, or collage from multiple images. On the list, tap
or tap
→
Create GIF
or
Create collage
, and then select images.
Searching for images
Launch the
Gallery
app and tap to view images sorted by category, such as types or
locations.
To search for images by entering keywords, tap the search field.
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Viewing videos
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and tap
Pictures
.
2 Select a video to play.
3 Tap
Play video
to play the video.
Lock the
playback screen.
Skip to the
previous video.
Tap and hold to
rewind.
Switch to the
pop-up video
player.
Capture the
current screen.
Rewind or
fast-forward by
dragging the bar.
Create an
animated GIF.
Access additional
options.
Rotate the
screen.
Skip to the next
video. Tap and
hold to
fast-forward.
Pause and
resume playback.
Display your
videos.
Change the
screen ratio.
Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness,
or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume.
To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen.
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Viewing albums
You can view your images and videos sorted by folders or albums.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
Albums
, and then select an album.
Hiding albums
You can hide albums.
You cannot hide albums created by default, such as the
Camera
and
Screenshots
albums.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and tap
Albums
.
2 Tap
→
Hide or unhide albums
.
3 Tap an album switch to hide.
Viewing stories
When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date and location
tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories. To create stories automatically, you
must capture or save multiple images and videos.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
Stories
, and then select a story.
Creating stories
Create stories with various themes.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and tap
Stories
.
2 Tap
→
Create story
.
3 Enter a title for the story and tap
Create
.
4 Tick images or videos to include in the story and tap
Done
.
To add images or videos to a story, select a story and tap
Story album
→
→
Add
.
To remove images or videos from a story, select a story, tap
Story album
→
→
Edit
, tick
images or videos to remove, and then tap
Remove from story
.
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Deleting stories
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and tap
Stories
.
2 Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap
Delete
.
Syncing images and videos
When you sync your
Gallery
app with the cloud, photos and videos you take will also be
saved in the cloud. You can view images and videos saved in the cloud in your
Gallery
app
and from other devices.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
→
Settings
, and then tap the
Cloud sync
switch to activate it.
The
Gallery
app and Samsung Cloud will be synced.
When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account, you can set the
cloud storage as Microsoft OneDrive.
Deleting images or videos
1 Launch the
Gallery
app.
2 Select an image or a video to delete.
To delete multiple files, tap and hold a file to delete on the list and tick more files to
delete.
3 Tap or
Delete
.
Using the trash feature
You can keep the deleted images and videos in the trash. The files will be deleted after a
certain period.
Launch the
Gallery
app, tap
→
Settings
, and then tap the
Trash
switch to activate it.
To view files in the trash, launch the
Gallery
app and tap
→
Trash
.
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AR Zone
Introduction
AR Zone provides you AR related features. Choose a feature and capture fun photos or videos.
Launching AR Zone
Use the following methods to launch AR Zone:
•
Launch the
AR Zone
app.
•
Launch the
Camera
app and tap
MORE
→
AR ZONE
.
Available features may vary depending on the region or service provider.
•
AR Doodle
: Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere
else.
•
Deco Pic
: Capture photos or videos with various stickers.
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AR Doodle
Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere else. When the
camera recognizes a face or space, the doodles on the face will follow the face as it moves,
and the doodles in the space will be fixed in the same place even if the camera moves.
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
AR Doodle
.
When the camera recognizes the subject, the recognition area will appear on the screen.
•
Face
: Doodle on a face.
•
Everywhere
: Doodle anywhere else.
2 Write or draw in the recognition area.
•
If you switch to the rear camera, you can also write or draw outside the recognition
area.
•
If you tap and then begin to doodle, you can record yourself doodling.
Redo
Undo
Recognition
area
Change the
pen type and
colour.
3 Tap to record a video.
4 Tap to stop recording the video.
You can view and share the video in
Gallery
.
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Deco Pic
Capture photos or videos with various stickers.
1 Launch the
AR Zone
app and tap
Deco Pic
.
2 Select a sticker you want to use.
3 Tap to take a photo or tap and hold to record a video.
You can view and share the photos and videos that you have captured in
Gallery
.
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Multi window
Introduction
Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run
multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view.
Some apps may not support this feature.
Split screen view Pop-up view
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Split screen view
1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap
Open in split screen view
.
The selected app will launch in the upper window.
3 On the lower window, swipe left or right to select another app to launch.
To launch apps not on the list of recently used apps, tap the Home button or Back button
and select an app.
Adjusting the window size
Drag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.
When you drag the bar between the app windows to the top or bottom edge of the screen,
the window will be maximized.
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Using the Multi window tray
You can quickly access the apps that you want to run in the split screen view.
1 Swipe to the left on the screen.
If the Multi window tray does not appear, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced
features
, and then tap the
Multi window tray
switch to activate it.
Multi window
tray
View all apps.
Multi window tray handle
2 Select an app.
The selected app will launch in the upper window.
3 Select another app to launch in the lower window.
If there is no app on the Multi window tray that you want to launch, tap to view all
apps.
Editing the Multi window tray
If you want to add frequently used apps on the Multi window tray, tap
→
Edit tray
and tap
an app from the apps list.
The app will be added to the Multi window tray.
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Pop-up view
1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap
Open in pop-up view
.
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
Minimize the
window.
Close the app.
Maximize the
window.
Adjust the
transparency
level.
Moving pop-up windows
To move a pop-up window, tap the window’s toolbar and drag it to a new location.
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Samsung Members
Samsung Members
offers support services to customers, such as device problem diagnosis,
and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also share information with others
in the Galaxy users’ community or view the latest Galaxy news and tips.
Samsung Members
can help you solve any problems you might encounter while using your device.
To submit your feedback or post your comments, you must sign in to your Samsung
account. Refer to Samsung account for more information.
Samsung Notes
Introduction
Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the screen.
You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.
Creating notes
1 Launch the
Samsung Notes
app and tap .
2 Select an input method from the toolbar at the top of the screen and compose a note.
Enter text using the keyboard.
Write or draw with pens.
Paint with brushes.
Insert files.
3 When you are finished composing the note, tap
Save
.
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Composing notes with handwriting
On the note composer screen, tap to write or draw with the S Pen.
You can enter your handwriting more easily if you magnify the screen by spreading two
fingers on it.
Pen
Favourite
pens
Eraser
Undo
Redo
Convert
handwriting
to text.
Select and
edit.
Change the
background
colour.
Change
styles.
Change
drawings
into shape.
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Editing your favourite pens
Add various styles of pens to your favourites and then you can select and use them more
quickly.
On the note composer screen, tap .
Add a favourite pen.
Delete pens.
Your favourite pens
Changing the pen settings
When writing or drawing on the screen, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen
colour.
Select colour sets to show.
Change the pen colour.
Change the pen type.
Change the line thickness.
Select a new colour using the
colour picker.
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Using the eraser
When you want to erase handwriting from a note, tap and select an area to erase.
Alternatively, select an area while pressing and holding the S Pen button.
To change the eraser type, tap once more.
•
Erase by line
: Erase the line you select.
•
Erase by area
: Erase only the area you select. You can adjust the size of the eraser by
dragging the size adjustment bar.
•
Erase all
: Clear the note.
Even with a smaller eraser, you may still not be able to precisely erase the intended
part.
Using the easy writing pad
Use the easy writing pad to enter your handwriting more easily.
When you write or draw on the easy writing pad, your handwriting will be automatically
adjusted and entered between the lines of the input field.
1 On the Samsung Notes main screen, tap
→
→
Add-ons
and tap the
Easy writing
pad
switch to activate it.
2 On the note composer screen, tap .
The input field will be magnified and appear as the easy writing pad.
Easy writing pad
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Editing handwritten notes
Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving, resizing, or
transforming.
1 When there is handwriting on the note, tap .
To change the shape of the selection, tap once more.
2 Tap or draw a line around the input to select.
•
To move the input to another location, select the input, and then drag it to a new
location.
•
To change the size of the selection, tap the input and drag a corner of the frame that
appears.
3 Edit the input using the available options.
•
Cut
: Cut out the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and
then tap
Paste
.
•
Copy
: Copy the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and
then tap
Paste
.
•
Delete
: Delete the input.
•
Change style
: Change styles. Select a colour or line thickness and tap
Done
.
•
Extract text
: Extract text from the selected area. To paste or copy the text to a note,
tap
Paste
or
Copy
.
•
To front
: Send the input to the front.
•
To back
: Send the input to the back.
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Changing styles
You can change the style of your handwriting and drawings.
1 After writing or drawing on the screen, tap twice.
2 Select a colour or line thickness you want.
3 Point the S Pen toward where you want to apply the style.
The icon will appear.
4 Tap where you want to change the style.
Changing drawings into shape
You can change your drawings into shapes. Tap and draw. Your drawings will now
automatically change into the corresponding shape.
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Converting handwriting to text
After writing on the screen, tap it with your finger. To select all of your handwriting on the
current page, tap . Options will appear in the preview window. To replace the handwriting
with the text, tap
Convert
.
Painting with brushes
On the note composer screen, tap to paint with various brushes.
When you are finished, tap
Done
to insert your painting into the note.
You can post your painting to PENUP to share it with others.
Select colour sets to show.
Select a new colour using the
colour picker.
Change the brush colour.
Redo
Post the painting to PENUP.
Undo
Change the brush type.
Eraser
Insert the painting into the
note.
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Pinning a note to the Home screen
Pin a note to the Home screen to quickly view it or open and edit it.
1 Launch the
Samsung Notes
app.
2 Select a note and tap
→
Pin to home screen
.
The note will be added to the Home screen.
Saving a note as a reminder
You can save a note as a reminder to view the note later.
1 Launch the
Samsung Notes
app.
2 Select a note and tap
→
Send to Reminder
.
The note will be saved as a reminder.
Deleting notes
1 Launch the
Samsung Notes
app.
2 Tap and hold a note to delete.
To delete multiple notes, tick more notes to delete.
3 Tap
Delete
.
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PENUP
Introduction
PENUP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork,
view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips.
Post your artwork.
Your profile
View artwork by category.
Your activities
You can sign in to PENUP with your Samsung account or other SNS accounts.
Posting your artwork
1 Launch the
PENUP
app and tap .
2 Select an option.
•
Tap
Drafts
, finish artwork, and then tap
Done
.
•
Tap
From Gallery
, select your artwork to post, and then tap
Done
.
•
Tap
Photo drawing
, select an option to take a photo or select a photo, draw on it, and
then tap
Done
.
•
Tap
Drawing
, draw artwork, and then tap
Done
.
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3 Tap
Save and post
.
If you want to apply a filter to your artwork, tap
Choose a filter
, select a filter you want,
and then tap
Next
.
This option will not appear when you select
From Gallery
.
4 Enter a title, description, and hashtag.
5 Tap
Post
.
Posting artwork from other apps
To post your artwork from
Gallery
or other drawing apps, select the artwork from an app and
tap
→
PENUP
.
Colouring images
Using the various colours, create your own artwork.
1 Launch the
PENUP
app and tap
Colouring
.
2 Select an image.
3 Tap
Start colouring
.
4 When you are finished, tap
Done
.
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Live drawing
Draw along as you watch the live drawing video that shows the process of completing an
image. You can easily draw a nice image.
1 Launch the
PENUP
app and tap
Live drawing
.
2 Select an image.
3 Tap
Learn to draw
.
4 To draw on the image, tap to pause the playback.
You can change the playback speed by tapping .
5 When you are finished, tap .
The original image will be hidden and you can see the image you drew.
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Photo drawing
Draw images on your photos and keep them as your own works of art. Select a photo from
Gallery
or take a photo and draw on the photo. After completing your drawing, you can see
the image you drew by hiding the photo.
1 Launch the
PENUP
app.
2 Tap
→
Photo drawing
.
3 Tap
Take picture
, take a photo, and then tap
OK
.
Alternatively, tap
Select from Gallery
and select a photo.
4 Select the area to draw, adjust the transparency level or apply a sketch filter, and then tap
Done
.
The selected area will be added as a background.
5 Draw on the photo.
6 When you are finished, tap .
The photo will be hidden and you can see the image you drew.
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Calendar
Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or reminders in your planner.
Creating events
1 Launch the
Calendar
app and tap or double-tap a date.
2 Enter event details.
Select a calendar to save the
event to.
Enter the location.
Set an alarm.
Enter a title.
Set the duration.
Add a note.
Change the event's colour.
Select a sticker to display with
the event.
3 Tap
Save
to save the event.
Creating reminders
You can create tasks as reminders and receive notifications at the preset time or location for
each reminder. Launch the
Calendar
app and tap
→
Reminder
. Refer to Reminder for
more information.
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Syncing events with your accounts
1 Launch the
Settings
app, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Accounts
, and then select the
account to sync with.
2 Tap
Sync account
and tap the
Calendar
switch to activate it.
For the Samsung account, tap
→
Sync settings
and tap the
Calendar
switch to
activate it.
To add accounts to sync with, launch the
Calendar
app and tap
→
→
Add new
account
. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, a blue
circle is displayed next to the account name.
Reminder
Create reminders to schedule to-do items or to view content later. You will receive
notifications at the preset time or location for each reminder.
•
To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
•
To fully use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
•
To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be activated.
Starting Reminder
Launch the
Calendar
app and tap
→
Reminder
. The Reminder screen will appear and the
Reminder
app icon ( ) will be added to the Apps screen.
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Creating reminders
Create reminders with various methods. Reminder will alert you if you create a reminder with
a specified time or location setting. You can also save various content, such as a single memo
or webpage address, and view it later.
For example, create a reminder to alert you to ‘Water the flowers when I get home’.
1 Launch the
Reminder
app.
2 Tap
Write a reminder
or and enter ‘Water the flowers’.
3 Tap
Place
→
Pick a place
and set the location to home.
4 Tap
When I arrive at
→
Done
.
5 Tap
Save
to save the reminder.
When you arrive at home, the ‘Water the flowers’ notification will appear.
Completing reminders
Mark reminders that you do not need to be reminded of as complete.
On the reminders list, select a reminder and tap
Complete
.
Restoring reminders
Restore reminders that have been completed.
1 On the reminders list, tap
→
Completed
→
Edit
.
2 Tick items to restore and tap
Restore
.
Reminders will be added to the reminders list and you will be reminded at the preset
times.
Deleting reminders
To delete a reminder, select a reminder and tap
Delete
. To delete multiple reminders, tap and
hold a reminder, tick reminders to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
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Samsung Flow
Introduction
Samsung Flow allows you to easily connect your tablet to your smartphone and use them
conveniently, such as checking notifications or sharing contents.
Samsung Flow must be installed on both devices that you want to connect. If Samsung Flow
is not installed, download it from
Galaxy Store
or
Play Store
.
•
This feature is only available on some Samsung Android devices.
•
To use this feature, you must activate Bluetooth feature on your tablet and your
smartphone.
Connecting your tablet and smartphone
1 On your smartphone, launch Samsung Flow.
2 On your tablet, launch the
Samsung Flow
app.
If you are using this feature for the first time, tap
Start
.
3 Select your smartphone from the detected devices list.
4 Accept the connection request on both devices.
5 Confirm the passkey on both devices.
The devices will be connected.
If your smartphone supports fingerprint recognition feature, set up Samsung Pass
on your smartphone to connect the devices more easily and securely using your
fingerprint.
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Sharing mobile data connection
Share your smartphone’s mobile data connection with your tablet using a mobile hotspot
when the Internet connection is not available on your tablet.
1 On your tablet, launch the
Samsung Flow
app.
2 Tap .
You can access the Internet on your tablet using your smartphone’s mobile data
connection.
•
Your smartphone must support the mobile hotspot feature.
•
You may incur additional charges on your smartphone when using this feature.
Checking notifications on your tablet
When you receive new notifications on your smartphone, check the notifications in pop-up
window on your tablet.
Sharing contents
You can share your smartphone’s contents with your tablet.
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Voice Recorder
Introduction
Use different recording modes for various situations. The device can convert your voice to
text.
Making voice recordings
1 Launch the
Voice Recorder
app.
2 Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.
•
Tap to pause recording.
•
While making a voice recording, tap
BOOKMARK
to insert a bookmark.
Start recording.
Change the recording mode.
3 Tap to finish recording.
4 Enter a file name and tap
Save
.
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Changing the recording mode
Launch the
Voice Recorder
app.
Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen.
•
Standard
: This is the normal recording mode.
•
Speech-to-text
: The device records your voice and simultaneously converts it to
on-screen text. For best results, keep the device near your mouth and speak loudly and
clearly in a quiet place.
If the voice memo system language does not match the language you are speaking,
the device will not recognize your voice. Before using this feature, tap the current
language to set the voice memo system language.
My Files
Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud
storage services.
Launch the
My Files
app.
View files that are stored in each storage.
To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap
→
Analyze storage
.
To search for files or folders, tap .
Clock
Introduction
Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a
specific duration.
Alarm
Launch the
Clock
app and tap
Alarm
.
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Setting alarms
Tap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set
other various alarm options, and then tap
Save
.
To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the time input field.
To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the switch next to the alarm in the alarms list.
Stopping alarms
Tap
Dismiss
to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze option, tap
Snooze
to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time.
Deleting alarms
Tap and hold an alarm, tick alarms to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
World Clock
Launch the
Clock
app and tap
World Clock
.
Creating clocks
Tap , enter a city name or select a city from the map, and then tap
Add
.
To use the time zone converter, tap
→
Time zone converter
.
Deleting clocks
Tap and hold a clock, tick clocks to delete, and then tap
Delete
.
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Stopwatch
1 Launch the
Clock
app and tap
Stopwatch
.
2 Tap
Start
to time an event.
To record lap times while timing an event, tap
Lap
.
3 Tap
Stop
to stop timing.
•
To restart the timing, tap
Resume
.
•
To clear lap times, tap
Reset
.
Timer
1 Launch the
Clock
app and tap
Timer
.
To add a frequently used timer, tap , set the duration and name, and then tap
Add
.
2 Set the duration and tap
Start
.
To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap the duration input field.
3 Tap
Dismiss
when the timer goes off.
Calculator
Perform simple or complex calculations.
Launch the
Calculator
app.
To clear the history, tap
Clear history
.
To use the unit conversion tool, tap . You can convert various values, such as area, length,
or temperature, into other units.
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Samsung Kids
Introduction
You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage times, and configure settings
to provide a fun and safe environment for children when they use the device.
Using Samsung Kids
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Samsung Kids
) to activate
it. The Samsung Kids screen will appear. When starting Samsung Kids for the first time or after
performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
On the Samsung Kids screen, select the app you want to use.
Access additional
options.
Available apps
Kids Art Studio
Kids Gallery
Kids Phone
Kids Browser
Kids Camera
Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used when activating the
Parental control
feature or closing Samsung Kids.
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Using parental control features
You can configure the settings for Samsung Kids and view the usage history.
On the Samsung Kids screen, tap
→
Parental control
and enter your unlock code.
•
Kid’s name
: Manage your child’s profile.
•
Set daily playtime
: Restrict the usage time for Samsung Kids.
•
Daily usage
: View the daily usage time of Samsung Kids.
•
Activity
: View the activity history of Samsung Kids.
•
My kid’s creations
: View the works created from the apps in Samsung Kids.
•
Allowed content
: Check the apps or content supported by Samsung Kids and add them.
•
Show Content page
: Set the device to display the Samsung partner’s content page on
the Samsung Kids screen.
Closing Samsung Kids
To close Samsung Kids, tap the Back button or tap
→
Close Samsung Kids
, and then enter
your unlock code.
SmartThings
Introduction
Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products with your tablet.
•
Connecting with nearby devices: Connect with nearby devices, such as Bluetooth
headsets or wearable devices, easily and quickly.
•
Registering and controlling home appliances, TVs, and IoT products: Register smart
refrigerators, washers, air conditioners, air purifiers, TVs, and Internet of Things (IoT)
products on your tablet, and view their status or control them from your tablet’s screen.
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Receiving notification: Receive notifications from connected devices on your tablet. For
example, when the laundry is finished, you can receive a notification on your tablet.
•
To use SmartThings, your tablet and other devices must be connected to a Wi-Fi
or mobile network. To fully use SmartThings, you must sign in to your Samsung
account.
•
The devices you can connect may vary depending on the region or service
provider. Available features may differ depending on the connected device.
•
Connected devices’ own errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung
warranty. When errors or defects occur on the connected devices, contact the
device’s manufacturer.
Connecting to nearby devices
Connect to nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets, easily and quickly.
Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the
shared content.
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app.
2 Tap
Add device
or tap
→
Device
.
3 Tap
Scan
.
4 Select a device from the list and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.
Using home appliances, TVs, and IoT products
View the status of your smart appliances, TVs, and IoT products from your tablet’s screen. You
can group devices by location and add rules to control the devices easily and conveniently.
Connecting devices
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app.
2 Tap
Add device
or tap
→
Device
.
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3 Select a device type.
Or, tap
Scan
or tap the search field to search for devices.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to connect devices.
Viewing and controlling connected devices
You can view and control the devices. For example, you can check the ingredients in your
refrigerator or adjust the TV volume.
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app.
The list of connected devices will appear.
2 View the status of devices on the list.
To control the devices, select a device. When the device controller supplied with the
selected device is downloaded, you can control the device.
Adding devices and scenes by locations
Add devices by locations, view the list of devices in a same location, and control them. You
can also add a scene to a location to control multiple devices at the same time.
Adding locations
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app and tap
→
→
Add location
.
2 Enter the location name.
•
To set a location, tap
Geolocation
to select a location on the map and tap
Done
.
•
To add rooms to the location, tap
Rooms
, tick rooms you want to add, and then tap
Done
.
3 Tap
Done
.
Your location will be added.
To add devices to the location, tap
Add device
or tap
→
Device
and follow the
on-screen instructions to register devices.
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Adding scenes
Add a scene and register devices to it to control multiple devices at the same time.
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app.
2 Tap
→
and select a location.
3 Tap
→
Scenes
→
Add scene
.
4 Enter the scene name.
5 Tap under
Actions
to add actions to perform.
6 Tap
Save
.
Adding automations
You can also set an automation to operate devices automatically depending on the preset
time, the status of devices, and more.
For example, add an automation to turn on the audio automatically every day at 7:00 AM.
1 Launch the
SmartThings
app.
2 Tap
→
and select a location.
3 Tap
→
Automations
→
Add automation
.
4 Tap under
If
, set the activation conditions for the automation, and then tap
Next
.
5 Tap under
Then
, set actions to perform, and then tap
Done
.
6 Enter the automation name and tap
OK
.
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Receiving notifications
You can receive notifications from connected devices on your tablet. For example, when the
laundry is finished, you can receive a notification on your tablet.
To set devices to receive notifications, launch the
SmartThings
app, tap
→
→
Notifications
, and then tap the switches next to the devices you want.
Sharing content
Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of
sharing images.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Tap and select a sharing method, such as email.
When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted
will appear on the sharing options panel. To directly share content with them via
the corresponding app, select a person’s icon. If the feature is not activated, launch
the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
, and then tap the
Direct share
switch to
activate it.
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Using additional features
•
Quick Share
: Share content with nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth, or with
SmartThings supported devices.
•
Smart View
: View your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your
device to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor.
•
Shared album
: Create a shared album to share photos or videos with others, and
download your files whenever you want. To use this feature, you must sign in to your
Samsung account.
Daily Board
Introduction
Daily Board lets you use your tablet as a picture frame or bulletin board when it is charging
with a USB cable or charging dock. You can enjoy a slide show with your favourite images and
view information, such as the time, weather, or your calendar. You can also create a note and
control music while using it.
If you use a pogo charging dock (sold separately), Daily Board will launch
automatically when you connect your tablet to it.
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Launching Daily Board
1 Charge the device with a USB cable or charging dock.
To connect the device to a charging dock, slide the device into the charging dock to
bring the device’s connectors and charging dock’s charging terminals into contact
with each other.
2 Open the notification panel and tap
Tap here to start Daily Board
.
The Daily Board main screen will appear and you can see the clock, weather, or calendar.
Setting the information view mode of the Daily Board main screen
Change the view mode of the information, such as the clock, weather, or calendar displayed
on the Daily Board main screen.
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Advanced features
→
Daily Board
.
2 Tap
Time, weather, and calendar
and select a view mode.
•
Show sequentially
: Set the Daily Board main screen to display information
sequentially by switching the screen.
•
All on one page
: Set the Daily Board main screen to display all information on one
page.
Using Daily Board
Playing the slide show
You can use your device as a picture frame. Enjoy slide shows of your favourite images on
Daily Board.
On the Daily Board main screen, swipe to the right to play a slide show.
To add your favourite images to display to a slide show, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Advanced features
→
Daily Board
→
Slideshow
→
Select albums
, and then select
the album.
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Making a note on Daily Board
You can use your device as a bulletin board to make a note on Daily Board.
1 Swipe to the left on the Daily board main screen and tap .
2 Select a pen and write or draw on the screen.
3 Tap
Done
.
The note you make will be pinned to Daily Board.
Controlling the music
You can control music playback easily on Daily Board.
Tap and tap the icons to control playback.
Configuring settings for Daily Board
Configure various settings for Daily Board and make Daily board more personalized.
•
Slideshow
: Select the images to add to the slide show and change the settings for slide
show, such as the image order, transition speed, and style. You can also set the clock or
weather information shown on the slide show.
•
Time, weather, and calendar
: Change the setting for Daily Board main screen. You can
change the view mode of the information, such as clock, weather, or calendar, that is
displayed on the Daily Board main screen, and the clock’s layout. You can also apply the
dark theme or set the day’s schedule to be shown on the Daily Board main screen.
•
Memo
: Turn the memo feature on Daily Board on or off.
•
Music
: Turn the music controller feature on Daily Board on or off.
•
Turn off as scheduled
: Set the schedule to close Daily Board. When activating this
feature, tap
Set time
to set the time to close Daily Board.
•
About Daily Board
: View the Daily Board version and legal information.
Closing Daily Board
To close Daily Board, tap the Home button or the Back button.
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Google apps
Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google
account to access some apps.
To view more app information, access each app’s help menu.
Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the
region or service provider.
Chrome
Search for information and browse webpages.
Gmail
Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service.
Maps
Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location information for
various places around you.
YT Music
Enjoy various music and videos provided by YouTube Music. You can also view the music
collections stored on your device and play them.
Play Movies & TV
Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from
Play Store
.
Drive
Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.
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YouTube
Watch or create videos and share them with others.
Photos
Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.
Google
Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.
Duo
Make a simple video call.
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Settings
Introduction
Customize device settings. You can make your device more personalized by configuring
various setting options.
Launch the
Settings
app.
To search for settings by entering keywords, tap .
Connections
Options
Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
.
•
Wi-Fi
: Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or
other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.
•
Bluetooth
: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled
devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.
•
Flight mode
: Set the device to disable all wireless functions on your device. You can use
only non-network services.
Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft
personnel. In cases where it is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight
mode.
•
Data usage
: Keep track of your data usage amount.
•
More connection settings
: Customize settings to control other features. Refer to More
connection settings for more information.
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Wi-Fi
Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other
network devices.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. Enter the password and tap
Connect
.
•
Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that
network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the
device from connecting to the network automatically, tap next to the network
and tap the
Auto reconnect
switch to deactivate it. To delete the saved connection
information for a network, tap next to the network and tap Forget.
•
If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature
or the wireless router.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
and tap the switch to activate it.
2 Tap
→
Wi-Fi Direct
.
The detected devices are listed.
If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, turn on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.
3 Select a device to connect to.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct connection
request.
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Sending and receiving data
You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions
are an example of sending an image to another device.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Tap
→
Wi-Fi Direct
and select a device to receive the image.
3 Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.
If the devices are already connected, the image will be sent to the other device without
the connection request procedure.
Ending the device connection
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Wi-Fi
.
2 Tap
→
Wi-Fi Direct
.
The device displays the connected devices in the list.
3 Tap the device name to disconnect the devices.
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Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
•
Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via Bluetooth.
•
Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.
•
Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
•
Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes). Samsung is
not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature.
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Bluetooth
and tap the switch to activate it.
The detected devices will be listed.
2 Select a device to pair with.
If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to enter Bluetooth
pairing mode. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.
Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection
request.
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Sending and receiving data
Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media
files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image
to another device.
1 Launch the
Gallery
app and select an image.
2 Tap
→
Bluetooth
and select a device to receive the image.
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, turn on its visibility option.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.
Unpairing Bluetooth devices
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
Bluetooth
.
The device displays the paired devices in the list.
2 Tap next to the device name to unpair.
3 Tap
Unpair
.
More connection settings
Customize settings to control other connection features.
On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
More connection settings
.
•
Nearby device scanning
: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to.
•
Printing
: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search
for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more
information.
•
VPN
: Set up virtual private networks (VPNs) on your device to connect to a school or
company’s private network.
•
Private DNS
: Set the device to use the security enhanced private DNS.
•
Ethernet
: When you connect an Ethernet adapter, you can use a wired network and
configure network settings.
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Printing
Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a
printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.
Some printers may not be compatible with the device.
Adding printer plug-ins
Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Connections
→
More connection settings
→
Printing
→
Download plugin
.
2 Search for a printer plug-in in
Play Store
.
3 Select a printer plug-in and install it.
4 Select the installed printer plug-in.
The device will automatically search for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network as your device.
5 Select a printer to add.
To add printers manually, tap
→
Add printer
.
Printing content
While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap
Print
→
→
All printers...
, and then select a printer.
Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.
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Sound
Options
Change settings for various sounds on the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
Sound
.
•
Sound mode
: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode.
•
Temporary mute
: Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period.
•
Ringtone
: Change the call ringtone.
•
Notification sound
: Change the notification sound.
•
System sound
: Change the sound to use for certain actions, such as charging the device.
•
Volume
: Adjust the device’s volume level.
•
System sound
: Set the device to sound for actions, such as controlling the touchscreen.
•
Sound quality and effects
: Set the device’s sound quality and effects. Refer to Dolby
Atmos (surround sound) for more information.
•
Separate app sound
: Set the device to play media sound from a specific app separately
on the other audio device. Refer to Separate app sound for more information.
Dolby Atmos (surround sound)
Select a surround sound mode optimized for various types of audio, such as movies, music,
and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you can experience moving audio sounds that flow all around
you.
On the Settings screen, tap
Sound
→
Sound quality and effects
→
Dolby Atmos
, tap the
switch to activate it, and then select a mode.
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Separate app sound
Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth speaker
or headset separate from the sound of other apps.
For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while
listening to playback from the Music app through the vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Sound
→
Separate app sound
and tap the switch to activate
it.
2 Select an app to play media sounds separately and tap the Back button.
3 Select a device for playing the selected app’s media sound.
Notifications
Change the notification settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Notifications
.
•
Suggest actions and replies
: Set the device to suggest actions and replies for
notifications.
•
Show snooze option
: Set whether to show the snooze option.
•
App icon badges
: Change the settings for app icon badges.
•
Status bar
: Set how to display notification icons and whether to show the remaining
battery percentage on the status bar.
•
Do not disturb
: Set the device to mute all sounds except for allowed exceptions.
•
Recently sent
: View the apps that received recent notifications and change the
notification settings. To customize notification settings for more apps, tap
See all
→
→
All
and select an app from the apps list.
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Display
Options
Change the display and the Home screen settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Display
.
•
Light
/
Dark
: Activate or deactivate dark mode.
•
Dark mode settings
: Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the
device at night or in a dark place. Refer to Dark mode settings for more information.
•
Brightness
: Adjust the brightness of the display.
•
Adaptive brightness
: Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and
apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions.
•
Font size and style
: Change the font size and style.
•
Screen zoom
: Change the screen zoom setting.
•
Screen timeout
: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s
backlight.
•
Home screen
: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen grid or layout.
•
Navigation bar
: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer to Navigation bar (soft
buttons) for more information.
•
Screensaver
: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging. Refer to
Screensaver for more information.
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Dark mode settings
Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at night or in a dark
place.
•
The dark theme may not be applied in some apps.
•
You can quickly activate or deactivate dark mode on the notification panel. Open
the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Dark mode
).
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Display
and tap
Dark
to activate it.
2 To set the schedule to apply dark mode to the screen, tap
Dark mode settings
, tap the
Turn on as scheduled
switch to activate it, and then select an option.
•
Sunset to sunrise
: Set the device to turn on dark mode at night and turn it off in the
morning based on your current location.
•
Custom schedule
: Set a specific time to turn on and off dark mode.
Screensaver
You can set to display images as a screensaver when the screen turns off automatically. The
screensaver will be displayed when the device is charging.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Display
→
Screensaver
.
2 Select an option.
If you select
Photo frame
or
Photos
, a slideshow with selected images will start. If you
select
Photo table
, selected images will appear as small cards and overlap.
3 Tap to select albums for displaying images.
4 When you are finished, tap the Back button.
To preview the selected option, tap
Preview
.
When you tap the screen while your screensaver is displayed, the screen will turn on.
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Wallpaper
Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
On the Settings screen, tap
Wallpaper
.
Lock screen
Options
Change the settings for the locked screen.
On the Settings screen, tap
Lock screen
.
The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected.
•
Screen lock type
: Change the screen lock method.
•
Smart Lock
: Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are
detected. Refer to Smart Lock for more information.
•
Secure lock settings
: Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method.
•
Clock style
: Change the type and colour of the clock on the locked screen.
•
FaceWidgets
: Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen.
•
Contact information
: Set the device to show contact information, such as your email
address, on the locked screen.
•
Notifications
: Set how to show notifications on the locked screen.
•
Shortcuts
: Select apps to display shortcuts to them on the locked screen.
•
About Lock screen
: View the Lock screen version and legal information.
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Smart Lock
You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted locations or devices
are detected.
For example, if you have set your home as a trusted location, when you get home your device
will detect the location and automatically unlock itself.
•
This feature will be available to use after you set a screen lock method.
•
If you do not use your device for four hours or when you turn on the device, you
must unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Lock screen
→
Smart Lock
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Select an option and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Biometrics and security
Options
Change the settings for securing the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
Biometrics and security
.
•
Face recognition
: Set the device to unlock the screen by recognizing your face. Refer to
Face recognition for more information.
•
Biometrics preferences
: Change the settings for biometric data.
•
Biometrics security patch
: View the version of the biometrics security patch and check
for updates.
•
Google Play Protect
: Set the device to check for harmful apps and behaviour and warn
about potential harm and remove them.
•
Find My Mobile
: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My
Mobile website (findmymobile.samsung.com) to track and control your lost or stolen
device.
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•
Security update
: View the version of your device’s software and check for updates.
•
Google Play system update
: View the Google Play system version and check for updates.
•
Install unknown apps
: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown
sources.
•
Secure Folder
: Create a secure folder to protect your private content and apps from
others. Refer to Secure Folder for more information.
•
Encrypt or decrypt SD card
: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.
If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the
device will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before
resetting the device.
•
Other security settings
: Configure additional security settings.
Face recognition
You can set the device to unlock the screen by recognizing your face.
•
If you use your face as a screen lock method, your face cannot be used to unlock
the screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use the device, you must
unlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set when registering the
face. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or password.
•
If you change the screen lock method to
Swipe
or
None
, which are not secure, all
of your biometric data will be deleted. If you want to use your biometric data in
apps or features, you must register your biometric data again.
Precautions for using face recognition
Before using the face recognition to unlock your device, keep the following precautions in
mind.
•
Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
•
Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password.
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For better face recognition
Consider the following when using face recognition:
•
Consider the conditions when registering, such as wearing glasses, hat, mask, beard, or
heavy makeup
•
Ensure that you are in a well-lit area and that the camera lens is clean when registering
•
Ensure your image is not blurry for better match results
Registering your face
For better face registration, register your face indoors and out of direct sunlight.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Biometrics and security
→
Face recognition
.
2 Read the on-screen instructions and tap
Continue
.
3 Set a screen lock method.
4 Select whether you are wearing glasses or not and tap
Continue
.
5 Hold the device with the screen facing towards you and look at the screen.
6 Position your face inside the frame on the screen.
The camera will scan your face.
•
If unlocking the screen with your face is not working properly, tap
Remove face
data
to remove your registered face and register your face again.
•
To enhance the face recognition, tap
Add alternative look
and add an alternate
appearance.
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Deleting the registered face data
You can delete face data that you have registered.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Biometrics and security
→
Face recognition
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Tap
Remove face data
→
Remove
.
Once the registered face is deleted, all the related features will also be deactivated.
Unlocking the screen with your face
You can unlock the screen with your face instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Biometrics and security
→
Face recognition
.
2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.
3 Tap the
Face unlock
switch to activate it.
•
If you want to set the device to unlock the screen without swiping on the
locked screen after recognizing your face, tap the
Stay on Lock screen
switch to
deactivate it.
•
If you want to reduce the possibility of recognizing faces in photos or videos,
tap the
Faster recognition
switch to deactivate it. This may decrease the face
recognition speed.
•
If you want to set your device to recognize your face only when your eyes are open,
tap the
Require open eyes
switch to activate it.
•
If you want to increase the recognition rate in a dark place, tap the
Brighten screen
switch to activate it.
4 On the locked screen, look at the screen.
When your face is recognized, you can unlock the screen without using any additional
screen lock method. If your face is not recognized, use the preset screen lock method.
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Secure Folder
Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos and contacts, from
being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the
device is unlocked.
Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Folder cannot be
transferred to other devices via unapproved sharing methods, such as USB or Wi-Fi
Direct. Attempting to customize the operating system or modifying software will
cause Secure Folder to be automatically locked and inaccessible. Before saving data in
Secure Folder, make sure to back up a copy of the data in another secure location.
To use Secure Folder, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
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Setting up Secure Folder
1 Launch the
Settings
app and tap
Biometrics and security
→
Secure Folder
.
2 Agree to the terms and conditions of Secure Folder.
3 Enter your Samsung account ID and password and tap
Sign in
.
4 Select a lock method to use for Secure Folder and follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the setup.
The Secure Folder screen will appear and the
Secure Folder
app icon( ) will be added
to the Apps screen.
To change the name or icon colour of Secure Folder, tap
→
Customize
.
•
When you launch the
Secure Folder
app, you must unlock the app using your
preset lock method.
•
If you forget your Secure Folder unlock code, you can reset it using your Samsung
account. Tap the button at the bottom of the locked screen, and enter your
Samsung account password.
Setting auto lock for Secure Folder
Set the device to automatically lock Secure Folder when it is not being used.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Auto lock Secure Folder
.
2 Select a lock option.
To manually lock your Secure Folder, tap
→
Lock and exit
.
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Moving content to Secure Folder
Move content, such as photos and videos, to Secure Folder. The following actions are an
example of moving an image from the default storage to Secure Folder.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
Add files
.
2 Tap
Images
, tick images to move, and then tap
Done
.
3 Tap
Move
.
The selected items will be deleted from the original folder and moved to Secure Folder.
To copy items, tap
Copy
.
The method for moving content may vary depending on the content type.
Moving content from Secure Folder
Move content from Secure Folder to the corresponding app in the default storage. The
following actions are an example of moving an image from Secure Folder to the default
storage.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
Gallery
.
2 Select an image and tap
→
Move out of Secure Folder
.
The selected items will be moved to
Gallery
in the default storage.
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Adding apps
Add an app to use in Secure Folder.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
Add apps
.
2 Tick one or more apps installed on the device and tap
Add
.
To install apps from
Play Store
or
Galaxy Store
, tap
Download from Play Store
or
Download from Galaxy Store
.
Removing apps from Secure Folder
Tap and hold an app to delete, and tap
Uninstall
.
Adding accounts
Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure
Folder.
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Accounts
→
Add account
.
2 Select an account service.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
Hiding Secure Folder
You can hide the Secure Folder shortcut from the Apps screen.
Launch the
Secure Folder
app, tap
→
Settings
, and then tap the
Show icon on Apps
screen
switch to deactivate it.
Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (
Secure
Folder
) to deactivate the feature.
Backing up and restoring Secure Folder
Back up content and apps in Secure Folder to Samsung Cloud using your Samsung account
and restore them later.
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Backing up data
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Backup and restore
.
2 Tap
Add account
and follow the on-screen instructions to complete signing in to your
Samsung account.
3 Tap
Back up Secure Folder data
.
4 Tick items you want to back up and tap
Back up
.
Data will be backed up to Samsung Cloud.
Restoring data
1 Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
Backup and restore
.
2 Tap
Restore
.
3 Tap to select a device to restore the data.
4 Tick items you want to restore and tap
Restore
.
Backed up data will be restored to your device.
Uninstalling Secure Folder
You can uninstall Secure Folder, including the content and apps in it.
Launch the
Secure Folder
app and tap
→
Settings
→
More settings
→
Uninstall
.
To back up content before uninstalling Secure Folder, tick
Move media files out of Secure
Folder
and tap
Uninstall
. To access data backed up from Secure Folder, launch the
My Files
app and tap
Internal storage
→
Secure Folder
.
Notes saved in
Samsung Notes
will not be backed up.
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Privacy
Change the settings for privacy.
On the Settings screen, tap
Privacy
.
•
Permission manager
: View the list of features and apps that have permission to use
them. You can also edit the permission settings.
•
Send diagnostic data
: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and
usage information to Samsung.
•
Receive marketing information
: Set whether to receive Samsung marketing
information, such as special offers, membership benefits, and newsletters.
•
Samsung account privacy
: Manage personal data related to your Samsung account and
change the settings for Customization Service.
•
Advanced
: Configure advanced settings for privacy.
Location
Change settings for location information permissions.
On the Settings screen, tap
Location
.
•
App permissions
: View the list of apps that have permission to access the device’s
location and edit the permission settings.
•
Improve accuracy
: Set the device to use the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth feature to increase the
accuracy of your location information, even when the features are deactivated.
•
Recent location requests
: View which apps request your current location information.
•
Location services
: View the location services your device is using.
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Accounts and backup
Options
Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud. You can also sign in to
accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google account, or transfer data to or from other
devices via Smart Switch.
On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
.
•
Accounts
: Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.
•
Users
: Set up additional user accounts for other users to use the device with personalized
settings, such as email accounts, wallpaper preferences, and more. Refer to Users for
more information.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
Backup and restore
: Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your
device. You can back up your sensitive information and access it later. You must sign in to
your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data.
•
Samsung Cloud
: Manage the content that you want to store securely in Samsung Cloud.
Check the usage status of your Samsung Cloud storage, and sync, back up, and restore
your data. Refer to Samsung Cloud for more information.
•
Smart Switch
: Launch Smart Switch and transfer data from your previous device. Refer to
Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch) for more information.
Regularly back up your data to a safe location, such as Samsung Cloud or a computer,
so that you can restore it if the data is corrupted or lost due to an unintended factory
data reset.
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Users
Set up additional user accounts for other users to use the device with personalized settings,
such as email accounts, wallpaper preferences, and more.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Following types of user accounts are available:
•
Administrator: The administrator account is created only when setting up the device for
the first time, and cannot be created more than one. This account has full control of the
device including user account management. You can add or delete user accounts only
when using this account.
•
Guest: This account allows guests to access the device. Information and data used during
a guest session is temporarily stored. Each time you use this account, you are asked
whether to continue the previous guest session or reset it.
•
New user: This account allows users to access their own apps and content, and customize
the device settings that affect all accounts.
•
New restricted account: A restricted account can only access the apps and content
allowed by the administrator account, and cannot use the services that require logging
in.
Adding users
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Users
.
2 Tap
Add user or profile
→
User
→
OK
→
Set up now
.
The device will switch to a new user account and the default locked screen will appear on
the screen.
3 Unlock the device and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account setup.
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Adding restricted profiles
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and back up
→
Users
.
2 Tap
Add user or profile
→
User (restricted profile)
.
If you are not using a secure screen lock method with the administrator account, follow
the on-screen instructions to set one up.
3 Select the apps and content that restricted users are allowed to access.
Switching users
Tap the user account icon at the top of the locked screen and select an account to switch to.
Locked screen
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Managing users
When using the administrator account, you can delete accounts or change account settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Users
.
To delete a user account, tap next to the account and then tap
Delete
.
To change the settings for a restricted account, tap next to an account. You can delete the
account by tapping .
Samsung Cloud
Sync the data saved in your device, such as images and videos, with Samsung Cloud and
view the data you have saved on Samsung Cloud. You can also back up your device’s data to
Samsung Cloud and restore it later.
To use Samsung Cloud, you must sign in to your Samsung account.
Syncing data
You can sync data saved in your device with Samsung Cloud and access it from other devices.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Samsung Cloud
.
2 Tap
→
Settings
→
Sync and auto backup settings
→
Sync
.
3 Tap the switches next to the items you want to sync with.
You can check the saved data or change the settings by tapping
Gallery
,
Other
synced data
, or
Samsung Cloud Drive
.
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Backing up data
You can back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Samsung Cloud
→
Back up this
tablet
.
2 Tick items you want to back up and tap
Back up
.
3 Tap
Done
.
•
Some data will not be backed up. To check which data will be backed up, on the
Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Samsung Cloud
→
Back up this
tablet
.
•
To view the backup data for other devices in your Samsung Cloud, on the Settings
screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Samsung Cloud
→
Restore data
→
, and
then select a device you want.
Restoring data
You can restore your backup data from Samsung Cloud to your device.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Accounts and backup
→
Samsung Cloud
.
2 Tap
Restore data
→
and select a device you want.
3 Tick items you want to restore and tap
Restore
.
Google
Configure settings for some features provided by Google.
On the Settings screen, tap
Google
.
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Advanced features
Options
Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them.
On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
.
Excessive shaking or an impact to the device may cause an unintended input for
some features using sensors.
•
S Pen
: Change the settings for using the S Pen. Refer to S Pen features for more
information about
Air command
,
Air view
, and
Screen off memo
.
•
Side key
: Select an app or feature to launch using the Side key. Refer to Setting the Side
key for more information.
•
Accessories
: Change the accessory settings.
•
Daily Board
: Set the device to show a slideshow with selected features. Refer to Daily
Board for more information.
•
Bixby Routines
: Add routines to automate settings that you use repeatedly. The device
also suggests useful routines according to your frequent situations. Refer to Bixby
Routines for more information.
•
Call & text on other devices
: Use your device’s calling and messaging features on other
devices signed in to your Samsung account.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
Multi window tray
: Open the Multi window tray to quickly access the apps that you want
to run in split screen view. Refer to Using the Multi window tray for more information.
•
Smart pop-up view
: Select apps to view their notifications via pop-up windows. When
using this feature, you can quickly view the contents via pop-up windows by tapping the
icon on the screen.
This feature is only available in apps that support the Multi window feature.
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•
Screenshots and screen recorder
: Change the settings for screenshots and screen
recorder.
•
Direct share
: Set the device to display the people you contacted on the sharing options
panel to allow you to share content directly.
•
Reduce animations
: Set the device to reduce the screen effects of certain actions, such as
opening or closing apps.
•
Motions and gestures
: Activate the motion feature and configure settings. Refer to
Motions and gestures for more information.
Motions and gestures
Activate the motion feature and configure settings.
On the Settings screen, tap
Advanced features
→
Motions and gestures
.
•
Smart stay
: Set the device to prevent the display from turning off while you are looking
at it.
•
Swipe to call or send messages
: Set the device to make a call or send a message
when you swipe to the right or left on a contact or a phone number in the
Phone
or
Contacts
app.
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
Options
View the history of your device usage and use features to prevent your device from
interfering with your life. You can also set up parental controls for your children and manage
their digital use.
On the Settings screen, tap
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
.
•
Digital Wellbeing
: View the daily usage history of your device. Refer to Digital Wellbeing
for more information.
•
Parental controls
: Manage your children’s digital use.
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Digital Wellbeing
View the daily usage history of your device. You can also limit usage time or change the
notification settings for each app.
On the Settings screen, tap
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
→
Digital Wellbeing
.
App timers
Number of notifications
Activate wind down mode.
The time the screen was on
Number of unlocks
Focus mode
Setting timers for apps
You can limit the daily usage time for each app by setting a timer. When you reach the limit,
the app will be deactivated and you cannot use it.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
→
App timers
.
2 Tap
No timer
next to the app you want and set the time.
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Using focus mode
You can activate focus mode to avoid distractions from your device and stay focused on what
you want. While focus mode is on, you can only use default apps and the apps you allowed
exceptions for.
On the Settings screen, tap
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
. Then tap the mode you
want to activate under
Focus mode
and tap
Start
.
Activating wind down mode
You can activate wind down mode to reduce eye strain before sleeping and prevent your
sleep from being disturbed.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls
→
Wind Down
.
2 To set the schedule to activate wind down mode, tap
Turn on as scheduled
, tap the
switch to activate it, and then set the days and time.
Device care
Introduction
The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage,
memory, and system security. You can also automatically optimize the device with a tap of
your finger.
Optimizing your device
On the Settings screen, tap
Device care
→
Optimize now
.
The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions.
•
Clearing some memory.
•
Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background.
•
Managing abnormal battery usage.
•
Scanning for crashed apps and malware.
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Using the auto optimization feature
You can set the device to perform auto optimization when your device is not in use. Tap
→
Advanced
→
Auto optimization
and tap the switch to activate it. If you want to set the time
to perform auto optimization, tap
Time
.
Battery
Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery
levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features.
On the Settings screen, tap
Device care
→
Battery
.
•
The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.
•
You may not receive notifications from some apps that use power saving mode.
Power mode
Select a power mode that suits your device usage purposes.
Tap
Power mode
and select an option.
•
Optimized
: Optimized for a balance between the device’s performance and battery
usage.
•
Medium power saving
: Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.
•
Maximum power saving
: In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery
consumption by activating dark mode and limiting the apps and features available.
Network connections will be deactivated.
You can set the device to charge the battery more quickly. Tap
Charging
and tap the
Fast
charging
switch to activate it.
Adaptive power saving
You can set the device to activate power saving mode automatically based on your usage
patterns and the remaining battery power.
Tap
Power mode
and tap the
Adaptive power saving
switch to activate it. Your device will
activate power saving mode based on the situation to extend the battery’s usage time.
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Managing battery usage for each app
You can save battery power by preventing apps that are running in the background from
using battery power when they are not being used. Tap
Battery usage
, select apps from the
apps list, and then tap the
Put app to sleep
switch to activate the feature.
Storage
Check the status of the used and available storage space.
On the Settings screen, tap
Device care
→
Storage
.
•
The actual available capacity of the internal storage is less than the specified
capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the space.
The available capacity may change when you update the device.
•
You can view the available capacity of the internal storage in the Specification
section for your device on the Samsung website.
Managing storage
To delete files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more, select a category. Then, tick
items to select and tap
Delete
or
Uninstall
.
Memory
On the Settings screen, tap
Device care
→
Memory
.
To speed up your device by stopping apps running in the background, tick apps from the
apps list, and tap
Clean now
.
Security
Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware.
On the Settings screen, tap
Device care
→
Security
→
Scan tablet
.
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Apps
Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. You can view the apps’ usage
information, change their notification or permission settings, or uninstall or disable
unnecessary apps.
On the Settings screen, tap
Apps
.
General management
Customize your device’s system settings or reset the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
General management
.
•
Language and input
: Select device languages and change settings, such as keyboards
and voice input types. Some options may not be available depending on the selected
language. Refer to Adding device languages for more information.
•
Date and time
: Access and alter the settings to control how the device displays the time
and date.
If the battery remains fully discharged, the time and date is reset.
•
Contact us
: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
•
Reset
: Reset your device’s settings or perform a factory data reset. You can reset all your
settings, or only network settings or accessibility settings. You can also set the device to
restart at a preset time for device optimization.
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Adding device languages
You can add languages to use on your device.
1 On the Settings screen, tap
General management
→
Language and input
→
Language
→
Add language
.
To view all the languages that can be added, tap
→
All languages
.
2 Select a language to add.
3 To set the selected language as the default language, tap
Set as default
. To keep the
current language setting, tap
Keep current
.
The selected language will be added to your languages list. If you changed the default
language, the selected language will be added to the top of the list.
To change the default language from your languages list, select the language you want and
tap
Apply
. If an app does not support the default language, the next supported language in
the list will be used.
Accessibility
Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
Accessibility
.
•
Screen reader
: Activate Voice Assistant, which provides voice feedback. To view help
information to learn how to use this feature, tap
Tutorial
.
•
Visibility enhancements
: Customize the settings to improve accessibility for visually
impaired users.
•
Hearing enhancements
: Customize the settings to improve accessibility for users with
hearing impairment.
•
Interaction and dexterity
: Customize the settings to improve accessibility for users who
have reduced dexterity.
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•
Advanced settings
: Configure settings for Direct access and notification features.
•
Installed services
: View accessibility services installed on the device.
•
About Accessibility
: View the Accessibility information.
•
Contact us
: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
Software update
Update your device’s software via the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also
schedule software updates.
On the Settings screen, tap
Software update
.
If emergency software updates are released for your device’s security and to block
new types of security threats, they will be installed automatically without your
agreement.
•
Download and install
: Check for and install updates manually.
•
Auto download over Wi-Fi
: Set the device to download updates automatically when
connected to a Wi-Fi network.
•
Last update
: View information about the last software update.
Security updates information
Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your
personal information. For security updates for your model, visit security.samsungmobile.com.
The website supports only some languages.
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About tablet
Access your device’s information.
On the Settings screen, tap
About tablet
.
To change your device’s name, tap
Edit
.
•
Status
: View various device information, such as the Wi-Fi MAC address and serial
number.
•
Legal information
: View legal information related to the device, such as safety
information and the open source licence.
•
Software information
: View the device’s software information, such as its operating
system version and firmware version.
•
Battery information
: View the device’s battery status and information.
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Troubleshooting
Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some
situations may not apply to your device.
When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it
prompts you to enter one of the following codes:
•
Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set
for the device.
Your device displays network or service error messages
•
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move
to another area and try again. While moving, error messages may appear repeatedly.
•
You cannot access some options without a subscription. For more information, contact
your service provider.
Your device does not turn on
When the battery is completely discharged, your device will not turn on. Fully charge the
battery before turning on the device.
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The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly
•
If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the
touchscreen may not function properly.
•
If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touchscreen,
or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touchscreen may
malfunction.
•
The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
•
Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs.
•
Ensure that your device software is updated to the latest version.
•
If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged, visit a Samsung Service Centre.
Your device freezes or encounters a fatal error
Try the following solutions. If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service
Centre.
Restarting the device
If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it
on again.
Forcing restart
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down
key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Resetting the device
If the methods above do not solve your problem, perform a factory data reset.
Launch the
Settings
app and tap
General management
→
Reset
→
Factory data reset
→
Reset
→
Delete all
. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup
copies of all important data stored in the device.
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Calls are not connected
•
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialing.
•
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number.
Others cannot hear you speaking on a call
•
Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.
•
Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.
•
If using an earphone, ensure that it is properly connected.
Sound echoes during a call
Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume key or move to another area.
The Internet is often disconnected or audio quality is poor
•
Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.
•
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. You
may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station.
Move to another area and try again.
The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved
chargers)
•
Ensure that the charger is connected properly.
•
Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced.
The battery depletes faster than when first purchased
•
When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the
useful charge may be reduced.
•
Battery consumption will increase when you use certain features or apps, such as GPS,
games, or the Internet.
•
The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time.
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Error messages appear when launching the camera
Your device must have sufficient available storage space and battery power to operate the
camera app. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following:
•
Charge the battery.
•
Free some storage by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
•
Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these
tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Photo quality is poorer than the preview
•
The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the
photography techniques you use.
•
If you take photos in dark areas, at night, or indoors, image noise may occur or images
may be out of focus.
Error messages appear when opening multimedia files
If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your
device, try the following:
•
Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
•
Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected. If the file is
DRM-protected, ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file.
•
Ensure that the file formats are supported by the device. If a file format is not supported,
such as DivX or AC3, install an app that supports it. To confirm the file formats that your
device supports, visit www.samsung.com.
•
Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos
captured by other devices may not work properly.
•
Your device supports multimedia files that are authorized by your network service
provider or providers of additional services. Some content circulated on the Internet,
such as ringtones, videos, or wallpapers, may not work properly.
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Bluetooth is not working well
If another Bluetooth device is not located or there are connection problems or performance
malfunctions, try the following:
•
Ensure that the device you wish to connect with is ready to be scanned or connected to.
•
Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum
Bluetooth range (10 m).
•
On your device, launch the
Settings
app, tap
Connections
, and then tap the
Bluetooth
switch to re-activate it.
•
On your device, launch the
Settings
app, tap
General management
→
Reset
→
Reset
network settings
→
Reset settings
→
Reset
to reset network settings. You may lose
registered information when performing the reset.
If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
A connection is not established when you connect the device to a
computer
•
Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device.
•
Ensure that you have the proper driver installed and updated on your computer.
Your device cannot find your current location
GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors. Set the device to use Wi-Fi
to find your current location in these situations.
Data stored in the device has been lost
Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot
restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in
the device.
A small gap appears around the outside of the device case
•
This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of
parts may occur.
•
Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly.
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There is not enough space in the device’s storage
Delete unnecessary data, such as cache, using the device care feature or manually delete
unused apps or files to free up storage space.
The Home button does not appear
The navigation bar containing the Home button may disappear while using certain apps or
features. To view the navigation bar, drag upwards from the bottom of the screen.
The screen brightness adjustment bar does not appear on the
notification panel
Open the notification panel by dragging the status bar downwards, and then drag the
notification panel downwards. Tap
→
Quick panel layout
and tap the
Show brightness on
top
switch to activate it.
Removing the battery
•
To remove the battery, contact an authorized service centre.
•
For your safety, you must not attempt to remove the battery. If the battery is not
properly removed, it may lead to damage to the battery and device, cause personal
injury, and/or result in the device being unsafe.
•
Samsung does not accept liability for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort,
including negligence) which may arise from failure to precisely follow these warnings and
instructions, other than death or personal injury caused by Samsung’s negligence.
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Health and Safety
Please read this important safety information before you use the device. It contains general
safety information for devices and may include content that does not apply to your device.
Follow the warning and caution information to prevent injury to yourself or others and to
prevent damage to your device.
The term ‘device’ refers to the product and its battery, charger, the items supplied with
the product, and any Samsung-approved accessories used with the product.
Warning: Failure to comply with safety warnings and
regulations can cause serious injury or death.
Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical sockets
Unsecured connections can cause electric shock or fire.
Do not touch the device, power cords, plugs, or the electric socket with wet hands or
other wet body parts
Doing so may cause electric shock.
Do not pull the power cord excessively when disconnecting it
Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not bend or damage the power cord
Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not use the device with wet hands while the device is charging
Doing so may cause electric shock.
Do not directly connect together the charger’s positive and negative terminals
Doing so may cause fire or serious injury.
Do not use your device outdoor during a thunderstorm
Doing so may result in electric shock or device malfunction.
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Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories, and supplies
•
Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the
device to malfunction. They may also cause a fire or cause the battery to explode.
•
Use only a Samsung-approved battery and charger specifically designed for your device.
An incompatible battery or charger can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
•
Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies
that are not approved by Samsung.
Do not carry your device in your back pockets or on your waist
•
The device may be damaged, explode, or result in a fire if too much pressure is applied
to it.
•
You may be injured if you are bumped or fall.
Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the device
Handle and dispose of the device and charger with care
•
Never dispose of the battery or device in a fire. Never place the battery or device on or in
heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. The device may explode
when overheated. Follow all local regulations when disposing of used battery or device.
•
Never crush or puncture the device.
•
Avoid exposing the device to high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short
circuit and overheating.
Protect the device, battery and charger from damage
•
Avoid exposing your device and battery to very cold or very hot temperatures.
•
Extreme temperatures can damage the device and reduce the charging capacity and life
of your device and battery.
•
Do not directly connect together the battery’s positive and negative terminals and
prevent them from coming into contact with metal objects. Doing so may cause the
battery to malfunction.
•
Never use a damaged charger or battery.
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Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or
high pressure containers
•
The battery may leak.
•
Your device may overheat and cause a fire.
Do not use or store your device in areas with high concentrations of dust or airborne
materials
Dust or foreign materials can cause your device to malfunction and may result in fire or
electric shock.
Prevent the multipurpose jack and the small end of the charger from contact with
conductive materials, such as liquids, dust, metal powders, and pencil leads. Do not
touch the multipurpose jack with sharp tools or cause an impact to the multipurpose
jack
Conductive materials may cause a short circuit or corrosion of the terminals, which may result
in an explosion or fire.
When using the wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger
The device may not charge properly or may overheat.
Do not bite or suck the device or the battery
•
Doing so may damage the device or result in an explosion or fire.
•
Children or animals can choke on small parts.
•
If children use the device, make sure that they use the device properly.
Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the eyes, ears, or mouth
Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery
For safe disposal of your Li-Ion battery, contact your nearest authorized service centre.
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Caution: Failure to comply with safety cautions and regulations
can cause injury or property damage
Do not use your device near other electronic devices
•
Most electronic devices use radio frequency signals. Your device may interfere with other
electronic devices.
Do not use your device in a hospital, on an aircraft, or in automotive equipment that
can be interfered with by radio frequency
•
Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker, if possible, as your device
can interfere with the pacemaker.
•
To minimize possible interference with a pacemaker, use your device only on the side of
your body that is opposite the pacemaker.
•
If you use medical equipment, contact the equipment manufacturer before using your
device to determine whether or not the equipment will be affected by radio frequencies
emitted by the device.
•
Electronic devices in your car may malfunction due to radio interference from your
device. Contact the manufacturer for more information.
Do not expose the device to heavy smoke or fumes
•
Doing so may damage the outside of the device or cause it to malfunction.
If you use a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for information about radio
interference
The radio frequency emitted by your device may interfere with some hearing aids. Before
using your device, contact the manufacturer to determine whether or not your hearing aid
will be affected by radio frequencies emitted by the device.
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Do not use your device near devices or apparatuses that emit radio frequencies, such as
sound systems or radio towers
Radio frequencies may cause your device to malfunction.
Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments
•
Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of removing the
battery.
•
Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially explosive environments.
•
Do not use your device at refuelling points (gas stations), near fuels or chemicals, or in
blasting areas.
•
Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same
compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories.
If you notice strange smells or sounds coming from your device or the battery, or if
you see smoke or liquids leaking from the device or battery, stop using the device
immediately and take it to a Samsung Service Centre
Failure to do so may result in fire or explosion.
Comply with all safety warnings and regulations regarding device usage while
operating a vehicle
While driving, safely operating the vehicle is your first responsibility. Never use your device
while driving, if it is prohibited by law. For your safety and the safety of others, use your
common sense and remember the following tips:
•
Position your device within easy reach. Make sure you can access your wireless device
without taking your eyes off the road.
•
Suspend use in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and
heavy traffic can be hazardous.
•
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping
through your address book takes attention away from your primary responsibility of
driving safely.
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•
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting. Make
the person you are talking to aware that you are driving and suspend conversations that
could potentially divert your attention from the road.
Care for and use your device properly
Keep your device dry
•
Humidity and liquids may damage the parts or electronic circuits in your device.
•
Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already on, turn it off and remove
the battery immediately (if the device will not turn off or you cannot remove the battery,
leave it as-is). Then, dry the device with a towel and take it to a service centre.
•
This device has internal liquid indicators fitted. Water damage to your device may void
the manufacturer’s warranty.
Store your device only on flat surfaces
•
If your device falls, it may be damaged.
The device can be used in locations with an ambient temperature of 0°C to 35°C. You
can store the device at an ambient temperature of -20°C to 50°C. Using or storing the
device outside of the recommended temperature ranges may damage the device or
reduce the battery’s lifespan
•
Do not store your device in very hot areas such as inside a car in the summertime. Doing
so may cause the screen to malfunction, result in damage to the device, or cause the
battery to explode.
•
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time (on the
dashboard of a car, for example).
•
For a device with a removable battery, the battery can be stored separately in locations
with an ambient temperature of 0 °C to 45 °C.
Do not store your device with metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces
•
Your device may be scratched or may malfunction.
•
If the battery terminals come into contact with metal objects, this may cause a fire.
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Do not store your device near magnetic fields
•
Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to magnetic
fields.
•
Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding
passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause low temperature
burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation
Do not use your device with the back cover removed
The battery may fall out of the device, which may result in damage or malfunction.
If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use it close to the eyes of people or pets
Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes.
Use caution when exposed to flashing lights
•
While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too
close to your eyes.
•
Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights while watching
videos or playing Flash-based games for extended periods. If you feel any discomfort,
stop using the device immediately.
•
If anyone related to you has experienced seizures or blackouts while using a similar
device, consult a physician before using the device.
•
If you feel discomfort, such as a muscle spasm, or disoriented, stop using the device
immediately and consult a physician.
•
To prevent eye strain, take frequent breaks while using the device.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries
When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing characters on a touch
screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your
hands, neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your device for extended
periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If
you continue to have discomfort during or after such use, stop using the device and consult a
physician.
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Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset
•
Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage.
•
Exposure to loud sounds while walking may distract your attention and
cause an accident.
•
Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio source and
use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music.
•
In dry environments, static electricity can build up in the headset. Avoid using headsets
in dry environments or touch a metal object to discharge static electricity before
connecting a headset to the device.
•
Do not use a headset while driving or riding. Doing so may distract your attention and
cause an accident, or may be illegal, depending on your region.
Use caution when using the device while walking or moving
•
Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself or others.
•
Make sure the headset cable does not become entangled in your arms or on nearby
objects.
Do not paint or put stickers on your device
•
Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation.
•
If you are allergic to paint or metal parts of the device, you may experience itching,
eczema, or swelling of the skin. When this happens, stop using the device and consult
your physician.
Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken
•
Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a
Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired.
Install mobile devices and equipment with caution
•
Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely
mounted.
•
Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an airbag deployment area.
Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when airbags inflate
rapidly.
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Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device
•
Your device may be damaged or may malfunction.
•
If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may malfunction.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
•
Batteries may malfunction if they are not used for extended periods.
•
Over time, unused device will discharge and must be recharged before use.
•
Disconnect the charger from power sources when not in use.
•
Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
•
Follow all instructions in this manual to ensure the longest lifespan of your device
and battery. Damage or poor performance caused by failure to follow warnings and
instructions can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
•
Your device may wear out over time. Some parts and repairs are covered by the warranty
within the validity period, but damages or deterioration caused by using unapproved
accessories are not.
When using the device, mind the following
•
Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone.
•
Speak directly into the microphone.
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device
•
Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty. If
your device needs servicing, take your device to a Samsung Service Centre.
•
Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or fire.
•
Turn off the device before removing the battery. If you remove the battery with the
device turned on, it may cause the device to malfunction.
When cleaning your device, mind the following
•
Wipe your device or charger with a towel or an eraser.
•
Clean the battery terminals with a cotton ball or a towel.
•
Do not use chemicals or detergents. Doing so may discolour or corrode the outside the
device or may result in electric shock or fire.
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Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use
•
Your device may malfunction.
Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public
Allow only qualified personnel to service your device
•
Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to your
device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Handle memory cards and cables with care
•
When inserting a card or connecting a cable to your device, make sure that the card is
inserted or the cable is connected to the proper side.
•
Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or accessing information, as this
could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or device.
•
Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical noise from other devices.
•
Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers or metal objects. If
dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.
•
Inserting a card or connecting a cable by force or improperly may result in damage to the
multipurpose jack or other parts of the device.
Protect your personal data and prevent leakage or misuse of sensitive information
•
While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not responsible
for the loss of any data.
•
When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device to prevent
misuse of your personal information.
•
Carefully read the permissions screen when downloading applications. Be particularly
cautious with applications that have access to many functions or to a significant amount
of your personal information.
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•
Check your accounts regularly for unapproved or suspicious use. If you find any sign of
misuse of your personal information, contact your service provider to delete or change
your account information.
•
In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on your accounts to
protect your personal information.
•
Avoid using applications from unknown sources and lock your device with a pattern,
password, or PIN.
Do not distribute copyright-protected material
Do not distribute copyright-protected material without the permission of the content
owners. Doing this may violate copyright laws. The manufacturer is not liable for any legal
issues caused by the user’s illegal use of copyrighted material.
Malware and viruses
To protect your device from malware and viruses, follow these usage tips. Failure to
do so may result in damages or loss of data that may not be covered by the warranty
service
•
Do not download unknown applications.
•
Do not visit untrusted websites.
•
Delete suspicious messages or email from unknown senders.
•
Set a password and change it regularly.
•
Deactivate wireless features, such as Bluetooth, when not in use.
•
If the device behaves abnormally, run an antivirus program to check for infection.
•
Run an antivirus program on your device before you launch newly-downloaded
applications and files.
•
Install antivirus programs on your computer and run them regularly to check for
infection.
•
Do not edit registry settings or modify the device’s operating system.
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Acknowledging Special Precautions and ISED (Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada) Notice
Cautions
Any changes or modifications to your device not expressly approved in this document could
void your warranty for this equipment, and void your authority to operate this equipment.
Only use approved batteries, antennas, and chargers. The use of any unauthorized accessories
may be dangerous and void the phone warranty if they cause damage or a defect to the
device.
Although your device is quite sturdy, it is a complex piece of equipment and can be broken.
Avoid dropping, hitting, bending, or sitting on it.
Information to User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital
device. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation; if this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•
Reorient/relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: At very high volumes, prolonged listening to a headset can damage your
hearing.
Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) for Wireless Devices
The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative amount of RF energy absorbed by the user
of a wireless device.
The SAR value of a device is the result of an extensive testing, measuring and calculation
process. It does not represent how much RF the device emits. All devices are tested at their
highest value in strict laboratory settings. But when in operation, the SAR of a device can
be substantially less than the level reported to ISED. This is because of a variety of factors
including its proximity to a base station antenna, design and other factors. What is important
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to remember is that each device meets strict federal guidelines. Variations in SARs do not
represent a variation in safety.
All devices must meet the federal standard, which incorporates a substantial margin of safety.
As stated above, variations in SAR values between different model devices do not mean
variations in safety. SAR values at or below the federal standard of 1.6 W/kg are considered
safe for use by the public.
This device has been tested and meets RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory
that contains no metal and that positions the device 0mm from the body.
Correct disposal of this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product
and its electronic accessories (e.g., charger, headset, USB cable) should not be
disposed of with other household waste.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from
uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of
waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material
resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or
their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for
environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other
commercial wastes for disposal.
This product is RoHS compliant.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in
this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end
of their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate
that the battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in
EC Directive 2006/66.
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Disclaimer
Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third parties and are
protected by copyright, patent, trademark and/or other intellectual property laws. Such
content and services are provided solely for your personal non-commercial use. You may
not use any content or services in a manner that has not been authorized by the content
owner or service provider. Without limiting the foregoing, unless expressly authorized by the
applicable content owner or service provider, you may not modify, copy, republish, upload,
post, transmit, translate, sell, create derivative works, exploit, or distribute in any manner or
medium any content or services displayed through this device.
“THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” SAMSUNG DOES NOT
WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY OR IMPLIED, FOR ANY
PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
SAMSUNG DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, VALIDITY, TIMELINESS, LEGALITY, OR
COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH THIS DEVICE
AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES ARISING
OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN, OR AS A RESULT OF
THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.”
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no
representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period
of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and
transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control. Without limiting the generality of
this disclaimer, Samsung expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption
or suspension of any content or service made available through this device.
Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the content and
services. Any question or request for service relating to the content or services should be
made directly to the respective content and service providers.
Technical requirements for Wi-Fi operation in the 5 GHz band:
Wi-Fi access points that
are capable of allowing your device to operate in the 5.15 - 5.25 GHz band are optimized for
indoor use only. If your Wi-Fi network is capable of operating in this mode, please restrict your
Wi-Fi use to indoors to not violate federal regulations to protect Mobile Satellite Services.
Copyright
Copyright © 2020 Samsung Electronics
This manual is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form
or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in
any information storage and retrieval system.
Trademarks
•
SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
•
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
•
Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of
the Wi-Fi Alliance.
•
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
•
All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
ISED Notice
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.