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Table of Contents Getting Started ............................................................. 1 WatchON ...........................................................................48 Front View ........................................................................... 2 Back View ........................................................................... 3 Prepare Your Device .................................................... 4 Set Up Your Device ......................................................
Language and Input Settings ...............................88 Date and Time ...............................................................91 Safety Assistance ........................................................92 Battery.................................................................................93 Power Saving ..................................................................94 Storage ...............................................................................95 Security......................
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware and how to get started for the first time.
Front View Earpiece Proximity and 3.5mm Headset Jack Gesture Sensors Status Light Front Camera Volume Recent Apps Power/Lock Home • 3.5 mm Headset Jack: Connect an optional Back • Power/Lock: Press and hold to turn the device headset (not included). on or off, or press to lock or wake up the screen. Press and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for easy access to Airplane or Emergency Mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
Back View Microphone Infrared Transmitter Camera Flash Heart Rate Sensor Temperature and Humidity Sensor Speaker Microphone USB Charger/Accessory Port • Camera: Take pictures and record videos. • Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light • Speaker: Plays ringtones, music, and other sounds. • Temperature and Humidity sensor: Monitors environments when taking a photo or recording video. both temperature and humidity conditions. This is used to calculate calories burned within S Health.
Prepare Your Device Install the SIM Card Prior to use, it is necessary to install the SIM card, optional memory card (not included), and the battery. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and many others features.
Install the Battery Charge the Battery Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) is included with the device, for charging the battery. The battery comes partially charged. You must fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. A fully discharged battery requires up to 4 hours of charge time. After the first charge, you can use the device while charging.
When to Charge the Battery When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of talk time remain, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals. In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power, not by turning off the back light, but by entering the dimming mode. When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On and Off Secure Your Device Turning the Device On Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. To set a personal screen lock, use the Screen lock option. ► Press and hold the Power/Lock until the device vibrates and starts up. Turning the Device Off Lock the Device 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock until the device vibrates and the Device Options menu displays. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. 2.
Set Up Accounts on Your Device Google Account Your new device uses your Google account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play Store. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up a connection with your existing Google account, or create a new Google account. To create a Google account, or set up your Google account on your device, use Accounts settings. For more information, see Accounts.
Know Your Device Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons that appear during use, as well as how to navigate the device and use the keyboard. Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Home Screen Notifications Icons Status Icons Status Bar Widget Home Screen Indicator Apps Screen App Shortcuts • App Shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite • Notifications Icons: Displays new messages and applications on the Home screen. emails, notifications, available software updates, and so on. • Apps Screen: Allows quick access to all of the • Status Icons: Indicates information about the Applications available. device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, the time, and so on.
App Shortcuts The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any home screen. Customize your home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it to a Home screen and release it. Remove a Shortcut Manage Home Screens 1. Touch and hold a shortcut to release it.
Folders Change the Wallpaper Place folders on the Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or choose from preloaded wallpapers. Adding Folders 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold on an app shortcut. 2. Drag the shortcut onto release. • • • – or – Create folder and Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. Enter a folder name. 2.
Status Bar The Status Bar at the top of the home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Notification Icons App updates are available from the Google Play Store. App updates are complete. Keyboard is in use. Location service (GPS) is active. Status Icons Battery is fully charged. New email has arrived Battery is low. New Gmail has arrived. Battery is charging. Download of a file or app is in progress.
Notification Panel Settings View additional Quick settings Quick settings Adjust screen brightness Clear all notifications Tap notification to launch app or view detail Quick Settings Notification icons display on the Status Bar displaying calendar events, device status, and more. For details about these notifications, open the Notification Panel.
Entering Text Using the Samsung Keyboard Using Google Voice Typing Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard. Instead of typing, speak your text input. 1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Type. Google Voice 2. Speak your text. Special Keys Configure Google Voice Typing Tap once to use Google Voice Typing. Customize Google Voice Typing. For more information, see Google Voice Typing Settings. Tap an hold to access keyboard settings and advanced keyboard features. Access the clipboard.
Calling Make telephone calls using a variety of calling features and services.
Calling Answer a Call Learn how to make or answer a call. Explore features and functionality associated with making or answering a call. When a call is received the phone rings and displays the caller’s phone number, or name if stored in the contacts list. 1. At the incoming call screen: Make a Call 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 2. Enter a number and tap Dial. Touch and drag Reject in any direction to reject the call and send it to your voicemail. End call.
Options During a Call Call Waiting Your phone provides a number of functions that you can use during a call. If your service plan supports this feature, you can answer an incoming call while you have a call in progress. You are notified of an incoming call by a call waiting tone. Adjusting the Call Volume To answer a new call while you have a call in progress: ► Press the Volume Key to increase or decrease the volume. 1. Slide Answer in any direction to answer the new call.
Make an Emergency Call Delete a Call from the Call Log 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > Logs tab. The Emergency calling mode makes redialing an emergency number a 1-tap process. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log. This mode can drain your battery power more rapidly than normal calling mode. 3. Tap Delete.
Applications The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself. Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Apps Screen Uninstall or Disable Apps The Apps screen contains preloaded apps, plus apps you’ve downloaded. You can uninstall or disable apps, or hide them from view. You can uninstall apps you download and install. Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled, but they can be disabled. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Menu > Uninstall/disable apps. Apps that Delete can be uninstalled or disabled have a symbol appear on their icon. Shortcuts to app can be placed on any of the Home screens.
Apps Screen Options Use Folders to Organize Apps 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Menu > Create folder. 2. Tap 3. Enter a folder name. 4. Tap , select apps to include in the folder, and then tap Done. • Touch the folder to view its apps. Touch an app to launch it. • Touch folder. to select a background color for the Hide Apps from View You can hide (rather than uninstall or disable) any apps you do not wish to see on the App screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2.
Google Applications Chrome Google Settings Use Chrome to browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your tablet. Quickly and easily change Google app settings to suit your preferences. Visit google.com/chrome/browser to learn more. Note: You must be signed in to the application in which you want to configure. For example, sign in to Google+ in order to configure Google+ settings.
Photos Play Newsstand This application automatically backs up your photos and videos to a secure Google cloud location. Subscribe to your favorite magazines so you can have them available to read on your device at your leisure. Play Books Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand to learn more. With Google Play Books, you can find millions of free e-books and hundreds of thousands more to buy in the eBookstore.
Other Applications Amazon KIDOZ Shop at Amazon.com from your device. Visit Amazon.com to learn more. Provides fun and educational games, apps, videos, and sites for kids in one safe place. City ID Mobile Data Security City ID is an enhanced Caller ID feature that automatically displays the city and state of incoming calls. City ID provides over 20,000 cities in North America, giving you an important tool to help identify unknown callers and more effectively manage your communications.
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Camera and Video Current flash mode Camera settings Current shooting mode Switch between the front and back cameras Change shooting mode Record video View pictures and videos in the Gallery Anti-shake active Take a picture Taking Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. Several photo effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits. 1.
- HDR (Rich tone): Take photos without losing details in bright and dark areas. - Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory. - Dual camera: Take pictures and record videos using the front and rear cameras at the same time. A variety of picture-in-picture styles are available. - Recording mode: Select Normal, Limit for email, or Fast motion mode. - Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake.
Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts, including Google, Email, Facebook, and your Samsung account. Adding a Contact Use the following procedure to add a new contact. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 2. Tap Add, and then tap contact fields to enter information. For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see Accounts.
Share a Name Card Unlink Contacts When you share a name card, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. Apps > 2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap Link. Apps > 3. Tap Remove beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact. 2.
Create a Shortcut to a Favorite Rename a Group You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the home screen, to access their information directly from the home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group. Apps > 3. Tap More options > Edit group and enter a new name. 2. Tap the Favorites tab, and then touch and hold on a contact to select it. 4. Tap Save. 3. Tap More options > Add shortcut to home screen.
Contact Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 2. Tap Apps > More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Calculator Additional Functions The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. To clear the results: ► Tap Clear. To clear the calculator history: ► Tap Basic Operation 1. From a Home screen, tap Calculator. Apps > Menu > Clear history. To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard: ► Touch and hold an entry in the display field. 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number.
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. 2. Tap to view an event or task. Tap > Delete. More options – or – Create an Event or Task 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar. To delete multiple events or tasks, tap More options > Delete, select events or tasks, and then tap Delete. Apps > 2. Tap Add and use one of the following methods: Sharing Events Apps > - Event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting. 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar.
Clock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > - Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play for the alarm. - Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm. - Smart alarm: When on, the alarm will start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval before the alarm time, and slowly increase in volume.
Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one application. Managing Your Email Accounts To access Email: 1. From a Home screen, tap ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can view email you receive for all accounts on the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. Email. Apps > Email. 2. Tap the drop-down menu at the top left of the screen to select: Configuring Email Accounts - Combined view: View all email in a combined inbox.
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Trimming Segments of a Video 1. Select a video, and then tap 2. Using the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket to the desired ending point, and then tap Done to save the video. View Images and Videos Launching Gallery displays available folders.
Deleting Images 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. In a folder, tap More Options > Delete, select images, and then tap Done. – or – When viewing an single image, tap Delete. Sharing Images Use one of the following methods: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. In a folder, tap More options > Select, select Share to send them to images, and then tap others or share them via social network services.
Internet Bookmarks Access the Internet with a fully featured web browser. • To bookmark the current web page, tap Bookmark > Add. • To open a bookmarked web page, tap Access the Internet ► From a Home screen, tap Bookmark and tap an entry. Apps > Internet. History Command Keys • Tap Back or previous page. ► Tap Bookmark > History tab to view a list of recently visited web pages. Back key to return to the • Tap • Tap Forward to go forward to a recent page.
Messaging Creating and Sending Messages Learn how to send and receive different messages using the default Messaging app on your phone. This section describes how to create a send a message using the Messaging app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Compose. Messaging > Your default Messaging app provides the following message types: 2. Tap the Enter recipient field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select a recipient from your Contacts.
Viewing New Messages Messaging Settings When you receive a new message, a new message icon appears on the Status Bar. Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, voicemail, and push messages. To view the message: ► 1. Open the Notification Panel and select the message. For more information, please see Notification Panel.
Music Player Sound (opens Volume) Stream the song to another device Menu Volume Adjust the sound quality with SoundAlive Mark as favorite Playback position Repeat mode for the song or playlist Shuffle songs Elapsed playing time Length of song View playlist Add to playlist Scan forward or go to next song Rewind song or go to previous song Pause/Play Listen to Music Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player.
My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. To view files in My Files: 1. From Home, tap Apps > My Files. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
Category Options Options for Selected Files and Folders After tapping on a category, the following options are available: ► Tap Menu > Select, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions: ► Tap Home to return to the main screen of the My Files app. Share via: Send files to others or share them. ► Tap Delete: Delete files or folders. ► Tap Search, and then enter search criteria. Menu to find the following options: - Select: Select files or folders.
S Health Use S Health to plan, track, and manage your health goals and activities, including exercise, sleep, and meals. 1. From a Home screen, tap S Health. Apps > 2. Read and accept the terms and conditions. 3. Set up your health profile and goals.
S Voice Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice. 2. Speak a command. 3. Tap the microphone icon if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command. Tip: Tap Menu for example commands and to view a tutorial. Use S Voice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast.
Video Player Change player More options Video file name Volume Playback position Change screen ratio Pop up play Rewind video or go to previous video Scan forward or go to next video Pause/Play Play and manage videos stored on your device. Use Pop-Up Play Multi task with Pop-Up Play — transform your video player into a pop-up window. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. To access video: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
WatchON Configure Your Device as a Remote WatchON turns your tablet into a remote control. Not only can you control your TV, set-top box, DVR and other devices from your tablet, but it will recommend great shows and movies based on your preferences and past viewing behavior. 1. From the WatchON tool bar, tap Control. Remote 2. Tap Setup at the prompt. 3. Follow the instructions to find your TV or other devices and configure your phone to control their operation.
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features. • Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on ( ) or off ( ). • For some options, you must tap a field, such as Email address, to display and set options. • Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping a check box. When enabled, a check mark displays. Tap the check mark to remove it and disable the option.
How to Use Settings Accessing Settings ► From a Home screen, tap Settings. Changing the Quick Settings You can change the Quick settings list to include your most frequently used settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. – or – From a Home screen, drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap Settings. 2. Tap Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Setting search feature. 1.
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a Wireless Access Point (WAP). 4. Tap the network you want to connect to. - When you select an open network, you are automatically connected to the network. Otherwise, enter a password to connect. - To manually scan for networks, tap Scan.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators - IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable). These Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status: - Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP). WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other equipment. - An Wi-Fi access point is available, but you are not connected to it.
Bluetooth Making Your Device Visible to Other Bluetooth Devices Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices. When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains visible. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2.
Pair Bluetooth Devices Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing) The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device. When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices will no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you’d need to pair the devices. Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a onetime process.
Tethering and Wi-Fi Hotspot Use Your Device as a Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a USB cable or via Bluetooth. Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service account in order to use the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot. Warning! Portable Wi-Fi hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service.
Allowed Device List Configure Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings Control whether devices connect to your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Portable Wi-Fi hotspot name and password. Manage your Portable Wi-Fi hotspot security and connecting settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > > Tethering and Wi-Fi hotspot.
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option. Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the Device options menu. Press and hold the Power/Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode.
Data Usage Monitor your mobile data usage. 2. Tap Menu for options: - Data roaming: Enable data roaming on your device. Settings - - Restrict background data: Restrict some apps and services from working unless you are connected to a Wi-Fi network. Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel. - - Auto sync data: Set your accounts to automatically sync. Set mobile data usage: Disable your mobile data connection when the specified limit is reached.
Location Services Location Reporting Some apps, such as Google maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited. 1. From a Home screen, tap > Location. Locating Method 1. From a Home screen, tap > Location. Apps > Settings 2.
Mobile Networks Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks for options: - Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a mobile data network. - Data Roaming Access: All your device to connect to data services while roaming. Significantly higher charges may result. - Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. - System select: Choose a CDMA roaming mode.
Default Messaging App If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap More settings > Default Messaging App to select a default.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN. For more information, see Lock Screen. Settings 2. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect. Edit or Delete a VPN Adding a VPN 1. From a Home screen, tap > More settings > VPN. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap > VPN. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap > VPN. Settings Apps > Settings 2.
Sharing Files with NFC S Beam NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when you touch your device with another compatible device. This is used for applications such as Android Beam and S Beam. When S Beam is activated, you can beam files to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. You can beam images and videos from your Gallery, music files from your Music app, and more. 1. From a Home screen, tap > NFC. To activate NFC: 1. From a Home screen, tap > NFC.
Nearby Devices Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot. Warning! If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. 1. From a Home screen, tap > Nearby devices. Apps > Settings 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Nearby devices. 3. Set the following options: - Content to share: Select the content to share. Choices are: Videos, Photos, and Music. - Allowed devices: Indicate the devices accessible to your device.
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap > Printing. Apps > Settings 2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
Screen Mirroring Share Your Device’s Screen with Another Device. 1. From a Home screen, tap > Screen Mirroring. Apps > Settings 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring. Available devices are listed. - Tap Scan to find more devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect.
Sound Adjust the Volume Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other activities. Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other media. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Change the Sound Mode 2.
Select a Default Vibration Pattern Play Tones When Touching or Tapping the Screen Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your own pattern. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections. Apps > Apps > 2. Tap Sound > Ringtones. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 3. Tap a pattern to preview it, and then tap OK to set it as your default vibration pattern. 2. Tap Sound > Touch sounds to turn the feature on.
Play a Sound When Using the Samsung Keyboard Music Effects Select a default music effects control panel to use when playing music on your device. Play a sound when typing on the Samsung Keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > Apps > 2. Tap Sounds > Music effects and select a music effects control panel. 2. Tap Sound > Sound when tapped to turn the feature on.
Display Adjust the Screen Brightness Automatically Rotate the Screen Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. Use the front camera to rotate the screen based on the orientation of your face. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Display > Screen rotation 3. Tap ON/OFF, and then tap Smart rotation to turn the feature on. 2.
Select a Screen Mode Auto Adjust the Screen Tone Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device automatically adapt the display depending on the type of image being displayed, and other criteria such as battery level. Your device will analyze the images displayed on the screen and automatically adjusts the brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > Apps > 2.
Configure the LED Indicator Increase the Touch Sensitivity of the Screen Select which functions (such as charging or low battery) the LED indicator on the front of the device will display. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Display > LED indicator for options. Apps > 2. Tap Display > Increase tap sensitivity to turn the feature on.
Wallpaper Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. – or – Touch and hold an empty space on the screen. 2. Tap Wallpapers, and then choose Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. 3. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap Set wallpaper. - Tap More images to select an image from the Gallery, Google Photos, or other location (if available).
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking your screen. Different Screen Locks have different levels of security and options. Screen Lock Options Swipe Only - Pattern Only - Set a Screen Lock 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen. Apps > Pattern type: Select a pattern type. Make pattern visible: Display the pattern as your draw it. All Screen Locks 2. Tap Lock Screen - 3.
Notification Panel Recommended Applications Customize which Quick setting buttons appear on the Notification Panel. When you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcut to your favorite related apps, such as Music Player or Google Play Music. You can also customize which apps appear on the Recommended applications menu on the Notification pane when you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones. 1.
Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. 1. From the Home screen, tap Settings > Device tab. 2. Tap Toolbox. Tap Apps > to enable. 3. Tap to choose up to five apps to display in Toolbox.
Easy Mode View your Home screen using the default layout or provide an easier user experience for the first-time smartphone users using Easy mode. 1. From the Home screen, tap Settings > Device tab. Apps > 2. Tap Easy mode. - Tap the Easy mode radio button to activate it. Tap any application to uncheck if you want the standard display for that application.
Accessibility Accessibility services are special features to make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. - Negative colors: Reverse the display of onscreen colors from White text on a Black background to Black text on a White background. - Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen if you are color blind or have difficulty reading the display because of the screen color. Tap Color adjustment for options.
Dexterity and Interaction - Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. - Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for this tap gesture. - Interaction control: Enable motions and screen timeout. You can also block areas of the screen from tap interaction. More Settings - Direct Access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home Key three times in quick succession. - Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms and calendar events.
Blocking Mode Turn off notifications for selected features. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Blocking mode. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. 3. Configure options: - Tap Turn off notifications to block all notifications. - Tap Turn off alarm to block all alarms. The Set time option allows you to set Blocking mode for a specific time range or always. - Tap the Always field to disable it and configure the From and To time fields. Note: When Blocking Mode is enabled, the Status Bar.
Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint, or Password) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Private mode. 3. Follow the prompts to learn about and set up Private mode.
Fingerprint Scanner Change Your Alternative Password Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. Apps > 2. Tap Fingerprint > Change alternative password. 3. Enter your fingerprint or password. Additional Settings Register a Fingerprint 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. You can register up to 3 fingerprints.
Motions and Gestures Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Motions and gestures. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following: - Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact details are currently on the screen by bringing the device close to your ear. - Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages.
Air View Preview information, extend text, or enlarge pictures by hovering your finger over the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Air view. 3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
Accounts Account Settings Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. Note: Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your service provider for more information on your account’s settings.
Cloud Using Your Dropbox Account Back up your personal data using your Samsung Account or Dropbox. For more information about Dropbox, visit dropbox.com. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Using Your Samsung Account 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Cloud. Apps > 3. Tap your Dropbox account to manage your sync settings and backup options. 2. Tap Cloud. • 3. Tap your Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options.
Backup and Reset Factory Data Reset Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Return your device to its factory defaults. Warning! This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files. Backup and Restore Enable backup of your information to Google servers. 1.
Language and Input Settings Configure your device’s language and input settings. 3. Tap Settings next to Samsung keyboard for options: - Select input languages: Choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the space bar sideways. - Predictive text: Allow Predictive text to suggest words matching your text entries, and, optionally, complete common words automatically.
Google Voice Typing Settings Text-To-Speech Options Speak rather than type your text entries using Google Voice Typing. Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as TalkBack. For more information, see Accessibility. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Language and input. 2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: 3.
Mouse/Trackpad Settings Configure settings for using an optional mouse or trackpad (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Language and input for options: - - Mouseover: Show more information when you move the pointer over items on the screen. - Preview and icons labels: Show previews, progress information, speed dial information and icon labels. - List scrolling: Scroll down or up lists by holding the mouse pointer over the edge of the screen.
Date and Time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Date and time. 3. Set the date, time, time zone, time format, and date format. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings.
Safety Assistance Send Help Messages Receive real-time information about emergencies and severe weather conditions. Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when you are in an emergency situation. To enable this feature: You can also enable Emergency mode (a power-conserving mode which restricts certain apps and functions while allowing access to Messages, Contacts, and emergency calls). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Safety Assistance. 2. Tap Send help messages. 3.
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Battery for options: - Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar. - Battery Chart: The battery level displays as a percentage. The amount of time the battery has been used also displays. - Apps and OS Usage: Battery usage displays in percentages per application.
Power Saving Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Power saving for options: Ultra power saving mode saves even more battery power by using a gray scale theme on the Home screen and limiting the number of usable apps. - Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. Tap Power saving mode to select options.
Storage Memory Card (SD Card) View the device memory and usage, or mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space. Install a Memory Card You can use an optional microSD or microSDHC card (not included) to add additional memory space to your device. Device Memory View and manage the memory used by the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
Mount a Memory Card Remove a Memory Card When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card without removing it from the device, you will need to mount it before it can be accessed. Warning! To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > Apps > 2.
Security Device Administration Secure your device and protect your data with Security settings. Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Encrypt Your Data 2. Tap Security for options: Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your tablet each time you power it on or encrypt the data on a memory card (not included) each time it is connected. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2.
Credential Storage Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Security for options: - Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents. - Trusted credentials: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates you have installed.
Help View tips and guidelines for using your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Help for information about new features, applications, settings, and so on.
About Your Device Software Update View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Use Software update to update your device’s software. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap About device > Software update. 3. Follow the prompts to check for available software updates to download and install. 2.
Application Manager Downloaded You can download and install applications from Google Play or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage applications. Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap > Application manager. Memory Usage - To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED list, tap Menu > Sort by size, Sort by name, or Sort by date.
SD Card Running Services Displays apps you have downloaded onto your memory card (not included). View and control services running on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap > Application manager. 1. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap > Application manager. Settings Apps > Settings 2. Tap the RUNNING tab. Tap SD CARD to view a list of all the downloaded applications on your device. All the applications that are currently running on the device display. 2.
Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen which provides an easier user experience for firsttime smartphone users. 1. From a Home screen, tap > Default Applications. - - Apps > Settings Tap Home and select a Home screen mode: - TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user experience for the first-time smartphone users.
