USER MANUAL SM-N970F SM-N970F/DS SM-N975F SM-N975F/DS SM-N976B SM-N976B/DS English. 08/2019. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.
Table of Contents Basics 4 7 10 17 22 26 29 30 31 32 35 46 48 50 85 89 94 98 100 102 122 127 134 135 137 141 144 147 150 150 157 161 161 162 164 165 166 167 168 170 171 176 Read me first Device overheating situations and solutions Device layout and functions Battery SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card) Memory card (microSD card) (Galaxy Note10+ 5G, Note10+) Turning the device on and off Initial setup Samsung account Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch) Understanding the screen Notificati
Table of Contents 205 Biometrics and security 207 Face recognition 210 Fingerprint recognition 213 Samsung Pass 216 Secure Folder 220 Accounts and backup 221 Samsung Cloud 222 Google 223 Advanced features 224 Link to Windows 225 Motions and gestures 226 Dual Messenger 227 Digital wellbeing 229 Device care 229 Optimising your device 230 Battery 231 Storage 231 Memory 232 Security 232 Apps 232 General management 233 Accessibility 234 Software update 234 About phone 177 Samsung DeX 183 Samsung Global Goals 18
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.
Basics • Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares 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. • 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.
Basics Maintaining water and dust resistance Your device supports water- and dust-resistance. Follow these tips carefully to maintain the water- and dust-resistance of your device. Failure to do so may result in damage to your device. • Do not immerse the device in fresh water deeper than 1.5 m or keep it submerged for more than 30 minutes. If you immerse the device in any liquid other than fresh water, such as salt water, ionised water, or alcoholic beverage, liquid will enter the device faster.
Basics 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.
Basics • 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 – – When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting – – When connecting to a TV • While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background) – – When using Multi window – – When updating or installing apps while recording videos – – When downloading large files during a video call – – When recording
Basics 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 massage will appear to prevent device failure, skin irritations and damages, and battery leakage.
Basics Device layout and functions Package contents Refer to the quick start guide for package contents. • 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. • A case is supplied to protect your device.
Basics Device layout ► Galaxy Note10+ 5G, Note10+: Speaker SIM card / Memory card tray Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Volume key Side key (Power/Bixby) Touchscreen Edge screen Edge screen Fingerprint recognition sensor Earphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) S Pen Microphone Flash GPS antenna Rear camera (Quadruple) Speaker NFC antenna / MST antenna / Wireless charging coil Main antenna Speaker Microphone 11
Basics ► Galaxy Note10: Speaker SIM card tray Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Volume key Side key (Power/Bixby) Touchscreen Edge screen Edge screen Fingerprint recognition sensor Earphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) S Pen Microphone Speaker GPS antenna Rear camera (Triple) Flash NFC antenna / MST antenna / Wireless charging coil Main antenna Speaker Microphone 12
Basics • 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.
Basics Key Function Volume key • Press to adjust the device volume. • When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on. • Press to turn on or lock the screen. Side key • Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using Bixby for more information. Side key + Volume Down key • Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set. • Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot. • Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Basics S Pen S Pen button S Pen nib Name Functions • Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen. S Pen nib • Hover the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as the Air view feature. • Press and hold the S Pen button to launch the preset app. While using apps, press the S Pen button or move the S Pen with the button pressed to launch certain features. Refer to Air actions for more information.
Basics Charging the S Pen The S Pen must be charged before you can control apps remotely by using the S Pen button. When you insert the S Pen into the slot, charging will start. • If the back of your device comes into contact with a magnet, the device may not recognise the S Pen and it will fail to charge the S Pen. • Even if the S Pen has been fully discharged, you can use other S Pen features, such as tapping the touchscreen or the Air command features.
Basics Battery Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery, charger, and 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.
Basics Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power. • Optimise 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.
Basics 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 → → Settings, and then tap the Fast cable charging switch to activate it.
Basics Charging the battery 1 Place the centre of the device’s back on the centre of the wireless charger. 2 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless charger. The estimated charging time will appear on the notification panel. The actual charging time may vary depending on the charging conditions.
Basics Wireless PowerShare You can charge another device with your device’s battery. You can still charge another device even while charging your device. Depending on the type of accessories or cover being used, the Wireless PowerShare feature may not work properly. It is recommended to remove any accessories and cover being used before using this feature. Do not use earphones while sharing power. Doing so may affect nearby devices.
Basics 3 When you are finished charging, disconnect the other device from your device. • Only devices that support the wireless charging feature can be charged using this feature. Some devices may not be charged. To see devices that support the Wireless PowerShare feature, visit www.samsung.com. • To charge properly, do not move or use either device while charging. • The power charged to the other device may be less than the amount shared to it by your device.
Basics ► Single SIM models: – – Galaxy Note10+ 5G, Note10+: 1 2 3 4 5 – – Galaxy Note10: 1 2 3 4 5 23
Basics ► Dual SIM models: – – Galaxy Note10+: 1 2 3 4 5 – – Galaxy Note10: 1 2 3 4 1 5 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. 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
Basics 3 4 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it. If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or 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.
Basics Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. Activating SIM or USIM cards Launch the Settings app and tap Connections → SIM card manager. Select a SIM or USIM card and tap the switch to activate it.
Basics • 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 recognise the card. To use the memory card, you must format it. If your device cannot format or recognise 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.
Basics 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 leave or 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.
Basics Turning the device on and off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes 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.
Basics Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more. To activate emergency mode, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down key simultaneously. Alternatively, open the notification panel and tap → Emergency mode. To deactivate emergency mode, tap → Turn off Emergency mode.
Basics 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. 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.
Basics 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 2 3 Launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup → Accounts.
Basics 2 Connect your device and the previous device using the previous device’s USB cable. Previous device Your device USB Connector (USB Type-C) The previous device's USB cable 3 4 When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap Smart Switch → Receive data. In the previous device, tap Allow. If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store. Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear.
Basics Transferring data wirelessly Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 On the previous device, launch Smart Switch. If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store. On your device, launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup → Smart Switch. Place the devices near each other. On the previous device, tap Send data → Wireless. On the previous device, select an item to transfer and tap Send.
Basics 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 2 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch. On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
Basics 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.
Basics 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 Home Back • Tap to open the list of recent apps. • Tap to return to the Home screen. • Tap and hold to launch the Google Assistant app.
Basics 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.
Basics 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.
Basics Display the screen in landscape mode On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Home screen settings, and then tap the Rotate to landscape mode switch to activate it. 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.
Basics 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 Enter folder name and enter a folder name. • Adding more apps Tap Add apps on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap Add. You can also add an app by dragging it to the folder.
Basics 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. • Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap . • Moving panels: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. • Deleting panels: Tap on the panel. • Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.
Basics 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. 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.
Basics Icon Meaning Wi-Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated S Pen connected S Pen disconnected S Pen battery power level Location services being used Call in progress Missed call New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated Flight mode activated Error occurred or caution required Battery charging Battery power level 44
Basics 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. Alternatively, double-tap the screen.
Basics • 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. • Fingerprints: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for more information.
Basics You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Access the power options. Quick setting buttons Launch Settings. Control media on your device and connected nearby devices. Control connected nearby devices and SmartThings devices and scenes. Preferred SIM or USIM card for each option. Tap and hold to access the SIM card manager. (dual SIM models) View the notification details and perform various actions. Access the notification settings. Clear all notifications.
Basics 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 2 Open the notification panel and tap Media. Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback.
Basics 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. • : Add tags to the screenshot.
Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, 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. Additional keyboard functions View more keyboard functions. Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it twice. Delete a preceding character. Enter symbols. Break to the next line. Enter a space.
Basics 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, and then tap the Show Keyboard button switch to activate it. • On a 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.
Basics Copying and pasting 1 2 3 4 Tap and hold over text. Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. Tap Copy or Cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard. 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. Dictionary Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages. 1 2 3 Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up.
Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Store Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised 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.
Apps and features 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.
Apps and features Finder Search for content on the device quickly. 1 2 On the Apps screen, tap Finder search. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap . Enter a keyword. Apps and content on your device will be searched. If you tap on the keyboard, you can search for more content. S Pen features Air actions Control apps remotely by using the S Pen connected to your device via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Apps and features Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features → S Pen → Air actions, and then tap the switch to activate the feature. • The S Pen must be charged before you can use the Air actions feature. Refer to Charging the S Pen for more information. • When you detach the S Pen from the slot, the icon will appear on the status bar.
Apps and features Changing apps or features to use Change the app, feature, or actions you want to use with the S Pen feature. To change the app to launch, open the Air actions setting screen, tap Hold down Pen button to, and then select an app or feature. To change actions for each app, open the Air actions setting screen and select an app under App actions. You can change actions by tapping items under Pen button or Gestures. S Pen battery power level Set an app or a feature to launch.
Apps and features Connecting another S Pen Before using S Pen features with another S Pen, such as Air actions, you must connect the S Pen to your device. 1 2 3 Insert another S Pen into the slot. Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, tap again to reactivate it. (S Pen air actions), and then tap Tap Connect new S Pen. S Pen will be connected. You may experience a brief delay before it finishes connecting. • You can only connect Samsung-approved S Pens that support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
Apps and features Resetting your S Pen If the S Pen has connection problems or the S Pen disconnects often, reset the S Pen and connect it again. Insert the S Pen into the slot. Then, open the Air actions setting screen and tap → Reset S Pen. 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, detach the S Pen from the slot or hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button.
Apps and features 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. 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.
Apps and features • 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. 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 remove the icon, drag to a new location. to Remove at the top of the screen.
Apps and features 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 2 3 When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select. Select a desired shape icon on the toolbar and drag the S Pen across the content you want to select. Select an option to use with the selected area.
Apps and features Capturing an area from a video While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF animation. 1 2 3 When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select. On the toolbar, tap . Adjust the position and size of the capturing area. Adjust the position. Drag a corner of the frame to resize. Select a quality. 4 Tap Record to start capturing. • Before capturing a video, make sure that the video is playing.
Apps and features 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 3 If you capture the content on an elongated page, such as a webpage, tap Scroll capture to capture the hidden content.
Apps and features 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 Customise background image and tap Done or Start drawing. • Gallery: Set a photo or a video saved in Gallery as a background image.
Apps and features Translate Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate. The units included in the text will also be converted. • To use this feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • This feature does not support some languages. • This feature is available only when detectable text is on the screen. 1 2 3 When there is text you want to translate, open the Air command panel and tap Translate. Select the languages on the translator panel at the top of the screen.
Apps and features Bixby Vision When you hover the S Pen over the content, the content is recognised 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 2 3 4 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. Hover the S Pen over the content you want.
Apps and features Magnify Hover the S Pen over an area of the screen to enlarge it. Open the Air command panel, tap Magnify, and hover the S Pen over the area you want to enlarge. Change the size of the magnifier. Close the magnifier. Change the magnification ratio. 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.
Apps and features Hover the S Pen away from the screen to reduce the app to a thumbnail again. To close the minimised app, tap and hold the thumbnail and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen. 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 .
Apps and features Air view Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a popup 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.
Apps and features Screen off memo You can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it. You can also pin or edit a memo on the Always On Display. Change the pen colour. Save the memo in Samsung Notes. Change the line thickness. Pin the memo on the Always On Display. Eraser 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.
Apps and features Viewing the pinned memo on the Always On Display When you pin a screen off memo, you can view the memo on the Always On Display. To edit the pinned memo, double-tap the memo. If you pin the edited memo on the Always On Display again, the original memo will be saved to Samsung Notes → → Screen off memo. To minimise the pinned memo, double-tap . The memo will be displayed as the the Always On Display. To view the memo again, double-tap .
Apps and features Unlocking the screen using the S Pen If the screen is locked while the S Pen is connected, you can unlock the screen by pressing the S Pen button. • The Unlock with S Pen remote feature is available only when the screen lock method is set. • To use this feature, the S Pen must be connected to your device. 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features → S Pen → Unlock with S Pen remote. 2 Tap Unlock with S Pen remote → OK.
Apps and features 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. Select a language. Side key Sign in to your Samsung account. 2 3 Select the language to use with Bixby.
Apps and features 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.
Apps and features If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, while pressing and holding the Side key, and answer Bixby. answer Bixby. Or, tap 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 → Settings → Automatic listening → Hands-free only. Waking up Bixby using your voice You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby”.
Apps and features 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 recognising objects or your current location. You can also experience the AR feature, which makes virtual images appear on the preview screen. Use a variety of useful Bixby Vision features. Search for locations. Extract or translate text. Search for images. Experience the AR feature.
Apps and features Launching Bixby Vision Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods. • In the Camera app, 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 Home screen and Apps screen, launch the Bixby Vision app. Searching for similar images Search for images similar to the recognised object online.
Apps and features 2 Tap and keep the text within the screen to recognise it. The translated text will appear on the screen. • To extract text, tap . You can share or save the extracted text. • To save the screen with the translated text as an image, tap saved in Gallery. . The screen will be • To change the source or target language, tap the language settings panel at the top of the screen. Searching for places Search for information about nearby places by recognising your current location.
Apps and features Experiencing various AR features Various apps include the AR feature, which makes virtual images appear on the background or person on the preview screen. You can conveniently experience products and view information without visiting stores or trying them in person. Experience Bixby Vision’s fun and useful AR feature. Available apps may vary depending on the region or service provider. 1 2 Launch the Camera app and tap Bixby Vision. Tap Apps and select the feature you want.
Apps and features Opening Bixby Home 1 On the Home screen, swipe to the right. The Bixby Home 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. 2 Swipe upwards or downwards to view recommended content. Access additional options. Upcoming reminder Recommended content 3 To close Bixby Home, swipe to the left on the screen or tap the Back button.
Apps and features Using recommended content on Bixby Home When you open Bixby Home, you can view the content that is frequently updated as cards. Swipe upwards or downwards to view the cards. For example, on the way to the office in the morning, you can view your day’s schedule and play your favourite music on the Bixby Home screen. In the evening, you can view alarms, check your daily activity, and view your friends’ feeds. The content and order of the cards update automatically at a specified interval.
Apps and features Bixby Routines Bixby Routines are 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 night 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.
Apps and features 1 2 Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features → Bixby Routines. On the Recommended list, select a routine you want and tap Save routine. • To set the routine’s conditions and actions, tap action you want to edit. . Alternatively, tap the condition or • 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.
Apps and features 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.
Apps and features 2 Tap Get started on the Reminder card. The Reminder screen will appear and the Reminder app icon ( Apps screen. ) will be added to the Starting Reminder from Calendar Launch the Calendar app and tap → Reminder. The Reminder screen will appear and the Reminder app icon ( ) will be added to the Apps screen. Creating reminders Create reminders with various methods. Reminder will alert you if you create a reminder with a specified time or location setting.
Apps and features 3 4 5 Tap Place → Set conditions → Pick a place and set the location to home. Tap When I arrive at → Done. Tap Save to save the reminder. When you arrive at home, the ‘Water the flowers’ notification will appear. Checking reminder notifications At the preset time or location, a notification pop-up window will appear. Tap Complete or Snooze.
Apps and features Viewing the reminders list Launch the Reminder app to view your reminders list. To view reminder details, select a reminder. Editing reminder details Add or edit reminder details, such as frequency, date and time, or location. 1 2 On the reminders list, select a reminder to edit and tap Edit. Edit the conditions and tap Save. Reminder information Change the reminder's colour. Add a checklist. Add an image.
Apps and features Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls 1 2 3 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. Enter a phone number. Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. Access additional options. Add the number to the contacts list. Search for a contact. Preview the phone number. Delete a preceding character.
Apps and features Using speed dial Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls. To set a number to speed dial, launch the Phone app, tap Keypad or Contacts → → Speed dial numbers, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number. To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.
Apps and features 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.
Apps and features Options during calls If the area around the rear camera is covered, unwanted noises may incur during a call. Remove accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers, around the rear camera area. 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. • Hold call: Hold a call. Tap Resume call to retrieve the held call.
Apps and features Adding a phone number to Contacts Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad 1 2 3 4 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. Enter the number. Tap Add to Contacts. Tap Create contact to create a new contact, or tap Update existing to add the number to an existing contact. Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list 1 2 3 Launch the Phone app and tap Recents. Tap a caller’s image and tap Add, or tap a phone number and tap Add to Contacts.
Apps and features Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating a new contact 1 2 3 Launch the Contacts app and tap . Select a storage location and tap Select. Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Enter contact information. Open more information fields. Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save may vary. 4 Tap Save.
Apps and features Importing contacts Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device. 1 2 3 4 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Import. → Manage contacts → Import/export contacts Select a storage location to import contacts from. Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap Done. 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.
Apps and features Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions: • : Add to favourite contacts. • / • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email. : Make a voice or video call. Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. 1 2 3 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Share. Select contacts and tap Share. Select a sharing method.
Apps and features Creating groups You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group. 1 2 3 4 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Groups → Create group. Enter a group name. To set a group ringtone, tap Group ringtone and select a ringtone. Tap Add member, select contacts to add to the group, and then tap Done. Tap Save. Sending a group message You can send a group message to a group’s members at the same time.
Apps and features Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. 1 2 Launch the Messages app and tap . 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. Recipient Enter recipients. Attach files. Send the message. Enter a message.
Apps and features Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. 1 2 Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations. 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.
Apps and features 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 2 3 4 Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations. On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number. Tap and hold a message, then tap Delete.
Apps and features To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen. To switch between tabs quickly, swipe to the left or right on the address field. Bookmark the current webpage. Refresh the current webpage. View your bookmarks. Move between pages. Access additional options. Open the homepage. Open the browser's tab manager. Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages.
Apps and features 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 In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap → Turn off Secret mode. Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.
Apps and features 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 on the adjustment bar towards or . 2 Tap to take a photo.
Apps and features 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 Ultra wide lens lets you take wide-angle photos or record wide-angle videos which look just like the actual view. Use this feature to take landscape photos.
Apps and features 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 recognises the subject and optimises the colour and any effects.
Apps and features • If this feature is not activated, tap optimiser switch to activate it. on the preview screen and tap the Scene • To use additional features, tap on the preview screen, tap Scene optimiser, and then tap the switches next to the features you want. • If you do not want to use this feature, tap the scene optimiser button on the preview screen. Shot suggestions The camera suggests the ideal composition for the photo by recognising the position and angle of your subject.
Apps and features 3 Adjust the position and angle of the camera to fit the composition. 4 Tap When the ideal composition is achieved, the guide will change to yellow. to take a photo. Ideal composition Guide Taking selfies You can take self-portraits with the front camera. 1 2 On the shooting modes list, tap Photo. On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap camera for self-portraits. 3 Face the front camera lens.
Apps and features 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 2 On the preview screen, tap . 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.
Apps and features Live focus mode The camera allows you to take photos where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly. You can also apply a background effect and edit it after taking a photo. Blur Big circle Zoom Spin 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 is thin or transparent.
Apps and features Taking portraits that stand out using the Live focus feature 1 2 3 On the shooting modes list, tap Live focus. Select a background effect you want. To adjust the intensity of the background effect, drag the adjustment bar to the left or right. When Effect ready. appears on the preview screen, tap to take a photo. Background effect intensity adjustment bar Background effects Select a lens.
Apps and features • When the background lighting appears in blurred points, the (Artistic) icon will and appear on the effects list. To change the shape of the background blur, tap select the shape you want. Adjust the intensity of the background effect. Change the background effect. 3 Tap Apply to save the photo. Live focus video mode The camera recognises the subject automatically and allows you to record videos where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly.
Apps and features Super Slow-mo mode Super slow motion is a feature that records a quickly passing moment slowly so that you can appreciate it later. After the video is recorded, background music will be added automatically. • Some super slow motion features may differ depending on the model. • Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light.
Apps and features Recording super slow motion videos automatically When motion is detected in the motion detection area, the device will capture the moment in super slow motion. Super slow motion recording may start at an unwanted moment if there are conditions such as the following: • When the device shakes. • When another object is moving near the subject in the motion detection area. • When recording under flickering light, such as in places with fluorescent lighting.
Apps and features Playing super slow motion videos Select a super slow motion video and tap Play super slow-mo video. Random background music will automatically accompany the video during playback. To capture an image while playing a video, tap . Editing super slow motion videos On the playback screen, you can edit the video and save it as a different file or share it.
Apps and features 5 Tap Play slow motion video. The fastest section of the video will be set as a slow motion section and the video will start playing. Up to two slow motion sections will be created based on the video. To edit the slow motion section, drag to the left or right. Start bracket End bracket Slow motion section Food mode Take photos of food with more vibrant colours. 1 2 On the shooting modes list, tap Food. Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight.
Apps and features Night mode Take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash. On the shooting modes list, tap Night. 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.
Apps and features • • : Adjust the shutter speed. A slow shutter speed allows more light in, so the photo becomes brighter. This is ideal for photos of scenery or photos taken at night. A fast shutter speed allows less light in. This is ideal for taking photos of fast-moving subjects. You can select an aperture value that will determine the brightness and depth of field. Tap F1.5 or F2.4. : Adjust the colour tone. • : Change the focus mode. Drag the adjustment bar towards adjust the focus.
Apps and features Hyperlapse mode Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos. 1 2 3 4 5 On the shooting modes list, tap Hyperlapse. 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. Tap to start recording. Tap to finish recording. On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail and tap Play hyperlapse to view the video.
Apps and features • : 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 Matrix averages the entire scene. calculate the exposure of the shot. • : Change the focus area in auto focus mode. Multi focuses on several areas within Centre the frame. Multiple rectangles will appear to indicate the focused areas.
Apps and features • Save options: Select how you want to save photos. Tap the RAW copies (Pro) switch to set the device to save photos as uncompressed RAW files (DNG file format) in pro mode. RAW files retain all of a photo’s data for the best image quality, but they will take up more memory. When using the RAW copies (Pro) feature, each photo is saved in two formats, DNG and JPG. Videos • Rear video size: Select a resolution for videos you want to take with the rear camera.
Apps and features Useful features • HDR (rich tone): Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. • Tracking auto-focus: Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected subject. When you select a subject on the preview screen, the device will focus on the subject even if the subject is moving or you change the camera’s position. • When this feature is activated, you cannot use the Video stabilisation feature.
Apps and features 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 2 Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures. Select an image. Access additional options. Add the image to favourites. Modify the image. Share the image with others. Bixby Vision Delete the image. You can create a movie, animated GIF, or collage from multiple images.
Apps and features Viewing videos 1 2 3 Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures. Select a video to play. Tap Play video to play the video. Rewind or fast-forward by dragging the bar. Access additional options. Capture the current screen. Create an animated GIF. Switch to the pop-up video player. Change the screen ratio. Rotate the screen. Lock the playback screen. Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to fast-forward. Skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to rewind. Pause and resume playback.
Apps and features Viewing the details of images and videos While viewing an image or on the video preview screen, drag upwards on the screen. File details will appear. You can also view related content by tapping information on the screen. Edit information. File details People information Location information Auto created content Tags Viewing photos or videos by category You can view photos and videos by category.
Apps and features 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 2 3 Launch the Gallery app and tap Albums. Tap → Hide or unhide albums. Tap an album switch to hide.
Apps and features Deleting stories 1 2 Launch the Gallery app and tap Stories. Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap Delete. Syncing images and videos When you sync your Gallery app with Samsung Cloud, photos and videos you take will also be saved in Samsung Cloud. You can view images and videos saved in Samsung Cloud in your Gallery app and from other devices. Launch the Gallery app, tap → Settings, and then tap the Sync with Samsung Cloud switch to activate it.
Apps and features AR Emoji Introduction Create a My Emoji that looks just like you, and take photos and record videos using My Emojis, character Emojis, or stickers. You can customise My Emoji’s features, such as the face shape or hairstyle, and decorate My Emoji with various accessories. You can also express yourself in fun ways using My Emoji stickers during a conversation.
Apps and features Creating My Emoji Make a My Emoji that looks like you. My Emoji stickers with various expressions will be automatically generated. 1 2 3 4 5 Launch the Camera app and tap AR Emoji → Create My Emoji. Align your face on the screen and tap to take a photo. Select My Emoji’s gender and age range and tap Next. Decorate a My Emoji and tap Next. Tap Done. The My Emoji and My Emoji stickers are now created. You can view My Emoji stickers in the My Emoji Studio.
Apps and features Customising My Emoji Edit or decorate a My Emoji in the My Emoji Studio. You can also create your own My Emoji stickers. Available options may vary depending on the region or service provider. My Emoji Studio Launch the Camera app and tap AR Emoji → Studio. My Emoji Studio will appear. Select a My Emoji to edit. Capture the current screen. Change the My Emoji Studio's background. Edit the My Emoji. Create stickers.
Apps and features My Emoji stickers Create your own stickers with My Emoji expressions and actions. You can use My Emoji stickers when sending messages or on a social network. Viewing My Emoji stickers In the My Emoji Studio, tap Stickers. Then, you can view My Emoji stickers. Create your own stickers. Creating your own stickers 1 2 3 In the My Emoji Studio, tap Stickers → Make custom stickers. Edit stickers how you want. • : Add stickers. • : Select the sticker’s background.
Apps and features Using My Emoji stickers in chats You can use My Emoji stickers during a conversation via messages or on a social network. The following actions are an example of using My Emoji stickers in the Messages app. 1 2 3 While composing a message in the Messages app, tap on the Samsung keyboard. Tap the My Emoji icon. Select one of the My Emoji stickers. The My Emoji sticker will be inserted.
Apps and features Capturing photos or videos with My Emoji Create fun photos or videos with My Emoji using various shooting modes. Mask 1 2 Basic Launch the Camera app and tap AR Emoji. Select a My Emoji you want to use.
Apps and features 3 Select the mode you want to use. • 4 (Mask): My Emoji’s face appears over your face so it looks like you are wearing a mask. • (Basic): My Emoji mimics your expressions. • (Mini motion): My Emoji mimics your body movements. Tap to take a photo, or swipe to the left on the preview screen and tap video. to record a You can view and share the photos and videos that you have captured in Gallery.
Apps and features AR Doodle Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere else. When the camera recognises 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 2 Launch the Camera app and tap Video on the shooting modes list. Tap and select a mode you want. When the camera recognises the subject, the recognition area will appear on the screen.
Apps and features Always On Display You can view information, such as the clock or calendar, or control music playback on the screen when it is turned off. You can also check notifications for new messages or missed calls. The brightness of the Always On Display may change automatically depending on the lighting conditions. Setting how to display the Always On Display You can select how to display the Always On Display.
Apps and features Controlling music playback on the Always On Display 1 2 3 4 Launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen → FaceWidgets, and then tap the Music switch to activate it. To control music playback on the Always On Display, double-tap the clock. Swipe to the left or right on the clock to move to the music controller. Tap the icons to control the playback. Displaying an image to the Always On Display 1 2 3 4 Launch the Settings app → Lock screen → Clock style → Always On Display.
Apps and features Edge screen Introduction You can quickly access your favourite apps and features from the Edge panels. Using the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. If the Edge panel handle is not visible, launch the Settings app, tap Display → Edge screen, and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it.
Apps and features Editing the Edge panels Select panels to display on the Edge screen or edit them. 1 2 3 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. Tap to open the Edge panel settings screen. Tick Edge panels to display. • To edit a panel, tap Edit. • To download additional panels, tap → Galaxy Store. • To rearrange the panels, tap → Reorder and drag to another location.
Apps and features Adding app pairs Add two frequently used apps, such as a video player and a messenger app, to the Apps edge panel to launch them together in the split screen view with a single tap. For more information about the split screen view, refer to Split screen view. 1 2 3 4 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. On the Apps edge panel, tap → Create App pair. Select two apps from the list.
Apps and features Viewing notifications via the pop-up window When you receive a notification with edge lighting, you can quickly view its content and perform available actions by opening the pop-up window. For example, if you receive a message while watching a video or playing a game, you can view the message and reply to it without switching the screen. When you receive a notification with edge lighting while using an app, drag the notification downwards.
Apps and features 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.
Apps and features Split screen view 1 2 3 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps. 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. 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.
Apps and features Pop-up view 1 2 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps. 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. Minimise the window. Maximise the window. Close the app. 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.
Apps and features Samsung Pay Introduction Register frequently used cards to Samsung Pay, a mobile payment service, to make payments quickly and securely. Samsung Pay supports magnetic secure transmission (MST) as well as near field communication (NFC) to allow payment through standard credit card readers. You can view more information, such as cards that support this feature at www.samsung.com/samsung-pay. • To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register your biometric data.
Apps and features Setting up Samsung Pay When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup. 1 2 3 4 5 Launch the Samsung Pay app. Sign in to your Samsung account. Read and agree to the terms and conditions. Register your fingerprint to use when making payments. Create a PIN to use when making payments.
Apps and features Making payments 1 Tap and hold a card image at the bottom of the screen and drag it upwards. Alternatively, launch the Samsung Pay app. Then, on the cards list, swipe to the left or right and select a card to use. 2 Scan your fingerprint. 3 Touch the back of your device to the card reader. Alternatively, enter the payment PIN you set when setting up the Samsung Pay. When the card reader recognises the card information, the payment will be processed.
Apps and features Samsung Health Introduction Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. You can also compare your step count records with other Samsung Health users, compete with your friends, and view health tips. Using Samsung Health Launch the Samsung Health app.
Apps and features Together Together allows you to set up step count goals and compete with your friends. You can invite friends to walk together, set target step counts, compete in challenges, and view your ranking. On the Samsung Health home screen, tap Together. Steps The device counts the number of steps you take and measures the distance travelled. On the Samsung Health home screen, tap the steps tracker.
Apps and features Additional information • Samsung Health is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. • The available functions, features and addable applications for Samsung Health may vary from country to country due to different local laws and regulations. You should check the features and applications available in your specific region before use.
Apps and features 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.
Apps and features 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. Favourite pens Redo Eraser Pen Select and edit. Convert handwriting to text. Undo 151 Change the background colour. Change styles.
Apps and features 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 colour. to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen Change the line thickness. Change the pen type. Select a new colour using the colour picker. Change the pen colour. Select colour sets to show.
Apps and features • 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.
Apps and features Editing handwritten notes Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving, resizing, or transforming. 1 2 When there is handwriting on the note, tap To change the shape of the selection, tap . once more. 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.
Apps and features Changing styles You can change the style of your handwriting and drawings. 1 2 3 4 After writing or drawing on the screen, tap twice. Select a colour or line thickness you want. Point the S Pen toward where you want to apply the style. The icon will appear. Tap where you want to change the style. 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.
Apps and features 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 a new colour using the colour picker. Change the brush settings. Select colour sets to show. Change the brush type. Change the brush colour. Undo Eraser Redo Post the painting to PENUP. Insert the painting into the note.
Apps and features Deleting notes 1 2 3 Launch the Samsung Notes app. Tap and hold a note to delete. To delete multiple notes, tick more notes to delete. Tap Delete. 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. Your profile Your activities Post your artwork. View artwork by category. You can sign in to PENUP with your Samsung account or other SNS accounts.
Apps and features Posting your artwork 1 2 Launch the PENUP app and tap . 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. 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.
Apps and features 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 2 3 4 5 Launch the PENUP app and tap Live drawing. Select an image. Tap Learn to draw. To draw on the image, tap to pause the playback. You can change the playback speed by tapping When you are finished, tap . . The original image will be hidden and you can see the image you drew.
Apps and features 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 2 3 4 Launch the PENUP app. Tap → Photo drawing. Tap Take picture, take a photo, and then tap OK. Alternatively, tap Select from Gallery and select a photo. Select the area to draw, adjust the transparency level or apply a sketch filter, and then tap Done.
Apps and features Galaxy Wearable Galaxy Wearable is an app that allows you to manage your wearable devices. When you connect your device to the wearable device, you can customise the wearable device’s settings and apps. Launch the Galaxy Wearable app. Tap Start the journey to connect your device to the wearable device. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup. Refer to the wearable device’s user manual for more information about how to connect and use the wearable device with your device.
Apps and features 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. The Reminder app will launch. Refer to Reminder for more information. Syncing events with your accounts 1 2 Launch the Settings app, tap Accounts and backup → Accounts, and then select the account to sync with. Tap Sync account and tap the Calendar switch to activate it.
Apps and features 2 Tap • Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone. to pause recording. • While making a voice recording, tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmark. Change the recording mode. Start recording. 3 4 Tap to finish recording. Enter a file name and tap Save. 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.
Apps and features Playing selected voice recordings When you review interview recordings, you can mute or unmute certain sound sources in the recording. 1 2 3 Launch the Voice Recorder app. Tap List and select a voice recording made in interview mode. To mute certain sound sources, tap be muted. The icon will change to for the corresponding direction that sound is to and the sound will be muted.
Apps and features 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. 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.
Apps and features Stopwatch 1 2 3 Launch the Clock app and tap Stopwatch. Tap Start to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap Lap. 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 2 Set the duration and tap Start. 3 Tap Dismiss when the timer goes off. , set the duration and name, and then tap Add.
Apps and features Game Launcher Introduction Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store into one place for easy access. You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily. Access additional options. Downloaded apps View your gameplay information. View tips. Open games with or without sound. Change the performance mode. View more games and install them. Using Game Launcher 1 Launch the Game Launcher app.
Apps and features Removing a game from Game Launcher Tap and hold a game and tap Remove from Game Launcher. Changing the performance mode You can change the game performance mode. Launch the Game Launcher app, tap , and then drag the bar to select the mode you want. • Focus on power saving: This saves battery power while playing games. • Balanced: This balances the performance and the battery usage time.
Apps and features • : Configure settings for Game Booster. • Monitoring temperature/Monitoring memory: Set the device to automatically adjust settings to prevent device overheating and to stop apps running in the background to better manage memory. • Block during game: Lock some features during games. • Advanced game features: Set additional features. • Navigation button lock: Hide the buttons on the navigation bar. To display the buttons, on the navigation bar.
Apps and features Launching apps in pop-up windows while playing games You can launch apps in pop-up windows while playing a game. Tap and select an app from the apps list. To edit the apps list, tap . Kids Home 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 Kids Home (Kids Home) to activate Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap it.
Apps and features Using parental control features You can configure the settings for Kids Home and view the usage history. On the Kids Home 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 Kids Home. • Daily usage: View the daily usage time of Kids Home. • Activity: View the activity history of Kids Home. • Frequently contacted: View the frequently used contacts in Kids Home.
Apps and features • Receiving notification: Receive notifications from connected devices on your smartphone. For example, when the laundry is finished, you can receive a notification on your smartphone. • To use SmartThings, your smartphone 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.
Apps and features Using home appliances, TVs, and IoT products View the status of your smart appliances, TVs, and IoT products from your smartphone’s screen. You can group devices by location and add rules to control the devices easily and conveniently. Connecting devices 1 2 3 4 Launch the SmartThings app. Tap Add device or tap → Add device. Select a device type. Or, tap Scan or tap the search field to search for devices. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect devices.
Apps and features Adding locations 1 2 Launch the SmartThings app and tap → → Add new location. 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 on-screen instructions to register devices.
Apps and features 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 2 3 4 5 6 Launch the SmartThings app. Tap → Tap → Automations → Add automation → Custom automation. Tap under If, set the activation conditions for the automation, and then tap Next. Tap under Then, set actions to perform, and then tap Done.
Apps and features Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network. 1 2 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. Tap and select a sharing method, such as message and email. When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted will appear on the sharing options panel.
Apps and features Samsung DeX Introduction Samsung DeX is a service that allows you to use your smartphone like a computer by connecting the smartphone to an external display, such as a TV or monitor, or to a computer. Accomplish tasks you want done on your smartphone quickly and easily on a large screen using a keyboard and mouse. While using Samsung DeX, you can simultaneously use your smartphone.
Apps and features 1 2 3 Connect an HDMI adaptor to your smartphone. Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI adaptor and to a TV or monitor’s HDMI port. On your smartphone’s screen, tap Continue → Start. Without changing your smartphone’s screen, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the connected TV or monitor. HDMI cable HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI) Connecting to a computer You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your smartphone to a computer using a USB cable.
Apps and features 3 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to download the Samsung DeX app on the computer. When the app is installed, connect your device to the USB cable again. The Samsung DeX screen will appear. Controlling the Samsung DeX screen Controlling on an external display Controlling with an external keyboard and mouse You can use a wireless keyboard/mouse. Refer to the respective device’s manual for more information.
Apps and features Using your smartphone as a touchpad You can use your smartphone as a touchpad and operate it with your fingers or the S Pen. On your smartphone, drag downwards from the top of the screen to open the notification panel and tap Use your phone as a touchpad. • You can use the touchpad only when using Samsung DeX mode. • If your smartphone’s case has a front cover, open the front cover to use your smartphone as a touchpad. If the front cover is closed, the touchpad may not work properly.
Apps and features Controlling on a computer Control the Samsung DeX screen using the keyboard and mouse connected to the computer. You can move files easily between the computer and Samsung DeX by drag and drop, and you can also copy and paste text. To view keyboard shortcuts available while using Samsung DeX, select Settings → Samsung DeX → How to use Samsung DeX → Use keyboard shortcuts → Keyboard shortcuts.
Apps and features • Favourite apps: Add frequently used apps to the Home screen and launch them quickly. • Samsung DeX panel: You can use various useful features, such as locking the Samsung DeX screen, viewing how to use Samsung DeX, and switching to screen mirroring mode. • Apps button: View and run your smartphone’s apps. • Taskbar: View the apps that are currently running. • Status bar: View your smartphone’s notifications and status.
Apps and features Copying and pasting text Using the keyboard shortcut keys or mouse, copy text on the Samsung DeX screen or computer screen and paste it in the text input field on the other screen. Ending Samsung DeX When you disconnect your smartphone from the external display, such as a TV or monitor, or the computer, Samsung DeX will end. Disconnect your smartphone from the HDMI adaptor or USB cable.
Apps and features 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. Play Music Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored on your device to the cloud and access them later. Play Movies & TV Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from Play Store.
Settings Introduction Customise device settings. You can make your device more personalised 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.
Settings • 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. • Mobile networks: Configure your mobile network settings. • Data usage: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation.
Settings • 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 connecting to the network automatically, 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.
Settings Ending the device connection 1 2 3 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. The device displays the connected devices in the list. Tap the device name to disconnect the devices. 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.
Settings 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. 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 2 3 Launch the Gallery app and select an image.
Settings Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 2 3 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth. The device displays the paired devices in the list. Tap next to the device name to unpair. Tap Unpair. NFC and payment Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps. The device contains a built-in NFC antenna.
Settings Making payments with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service provider. 1 2 On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the NFC and payment switch to activate it. Touch the NFC antenna area on the back of your device to the NFC card reader.
Settings Data saver Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from sending or receiving data. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Data usage → Data saver and tap the switch to activate it. When the data saver feature is activated, the icon will appear on the status bar. Data saver feature activated To select apps to use data without restriction, tap Allow app while Data saver on and select apps.
Settings SIM card manager (dual SIM models) Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) for more information. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → SIM card manager. • Calls: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls. • Text messages: Select a SIM or USIM card for messaging. • Mobile data: Select a SIM or USIM card for data services.
Settings Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices. 1 2 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile Hotspot and Tethering → Mobile Hotspot. Tap the switch to activate it. The icon appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi networks list. To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap → Configure Mobile Hotspot and select the level of security. Then, enter a password and tap Save.
Settings More connection settings Customise 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.
Settings 2 3 4 5 Search for a printer plug-in in Play Store. Select a printer plug-in and install it. 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. 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.
Settings Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLink When using this feature for the first time, connect the device to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. 1 Pair your device with a vehicle via Bluetooth. 2 Connect your device to the vehicle using a USB cable. Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for more information. When they are connected, access your device’s MirrorLink apps on the head unit monitor. Ending the MirrorLink connection Unplug the USB cable from your device and the vehicle.
Settings Sounds and vibration Options Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration. • Sound mode: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode. • Vibrate while ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. • Ringtone: Change the call ringtone. • Vibration pattern: Select a vibration pattern. • Notification sounds: Change the notification sound. • Volume: Adjust the device’s volume level.
Settings 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 2 3 On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration → Advanced sound settings → Separate app sound and tap the switch to activate it.
Settings Display Options Change the display and the Home screen settings. On the Settings screen, tap Display. • 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. • Blue light filter: Activate the blue light filter and change the filter settings. Refer to Blue light filter for more information.
Settings • Accidental touch protection: Set the device to prevent the screen from detecting touch input when it is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag. • Touch sensitivity: Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen protectors. • Screensaver: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging. Refer to Screensaver for more information. Blue light filter Reduce eye strain by limiting the amount of blue light emitted by the screen.
Settings 1 2 On the Settings screen, tap Display → Night mode and tap the Turn on now switch to activate it. To set the schedule to apply night mode to the screen, tap the Turn on as scheduled switch to activate it and select an option. • Sunset to sunrise: Set the device to turn on night 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 night mode.
Settings Adjusting the screen tone by colour value Increase or lower certain colour tones by adjusting the Red, Green, or Blue value individually. 1 2 3 On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screen mode → Vivid. Tap Advanced settings. Adjust the R (Red), G (Green), or B (Blue) colour bar to your preference. The screen tone screen will be adjusted. Screen resolution (Galaxy Note10+ 5G, Note10+) Change the screen resolution. It is set to FHD+ by default.
Settings Wallpapers and themes Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen or apply various themes to the device. On the Settings screen, tap Wallpapers and themes. • Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. • Themes: Change the device’s theme. • Icons: Change the icon style. • AODs: Select an image to display on the Always On Display. Lock screen Options Change the settings for the locked screen.
Settings • Notifications: Set how to show notifications on the locked screen. • App shortcuts: Select apps to display shortcuts to them on the locked screen. • Dynamic Lock screen: Select an image pack from various categories and use it as a lock screen wallpaper. • About Lock screen: View the Lock screen version and legal information. Smart Lock You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted locations or devices are detected.
Settings • Biometrics preferences: Change the settings for biometric data. • 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. • Security update: View the version of your device’s software and check for updates.
Settings Face recognition You can set the device to unlock the screen by recognising 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.
Settings 3 4 5 6 Set a screen lock method. Select whether you are wearing glasses or not and tap Continue. Hold the device with the screen facing towards you and look at the screen. 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. Deleting the registered face data You can delete face data that you have registered.
Settings Unlocking the screen with your face You can unlock the screen with your face instead of using a pattern, PIN, or password. 1 2 3 On the Settings screen, tap Biometrics and security → Face recognition. Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. 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 recognising your face, tap the Stay on Lock screen switch to deactivate it.
Settings Fingerprint recognition In order for fingerprint recognition to function, your fingerprint information needs to be registered and stored in your device. After registering, you can set the device to use your fingerprint for the features below: • Screen lock • Secure Folder • This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device.
Settings • Your device has a built-in fingerprint recognition sensor at the bottom centre of the screen. Ensure that the screen protector or the touchscreen on the fingerprint recognition sensor area is not scratched or damaged by objects, such as coins, keys, pens, and necklaces. • Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor area at the bottom centre of the screen and your fingers are clean and dry. • If you bend your finger or use a fingertip, the device may not recognise your fingerprints.
Settings Checking registered fingerprints You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by placing your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor. 1 2 3 4 On the Settings screen, tap Biometrics and security → Fingerprints. Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. Tap Check added fingerprints. Place your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor. The recognition result will be displayed. Deleting registered fingerprints You can delete registered fingerprints.
Settings Samsung Pass Register your biometric data to Samsung pass and easily verify your identity when using services which require your login or personal information. • To use this feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Samsung account for more information. • The website sign-in feature is only available for websites that you access via the Internet app. Some websites may not support this feature.
Settings Using Samsung Pass to sign in to apps You can use Samsung Pass to easily sign in to apps that support ID and password autofill. 1 2 3 Open an app that you want to sign in to. Enter your ID and password, and then tap the app’s sign in button. When a pop-up window asking whether you want to save the sign-in information appears, tap Save. Managing sign-in information View the list of websites and apps you have set to use Samsung Pass and manage your sign-in information.
Settings Entering your personal information automatically You can use Samsung Pass to easily enter your address or payment card information on apps that support personal information autofill. 1 2 On the Samsung Pass main screen, tap Autofill forms and select Add address or Add card. Enter the information and tap Save. You can now use the biometric data you registered to Samsung Pass when entering the personal information automatically on supported apps.
Settings 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.
Settings 3 4 Enter your Samsung account ID and password and tap Sign in. 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 ( to the Apps screen. ) will be added To change the name or icon colour of Secure Folder, tap → Customise. • When you launch the Secure Folder app, you must unlock the app using your preset lock method.
Settings 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 2 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Gallery.
Settings Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. 1 2 3 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → Accounts → Add account. Select an account service. 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 Secure Folder switch to deactivate it.
Settings Restoring data 1 2 3 4 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → Backup and restore. Tap Restore. Tap to select a device to restore the data. 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.
Settings • 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.
Settings 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. Backing up data You can back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud. 1 2 3 On the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup → Samsung Cloud → Back up this phone. Tick items you want to back up and tap Back up. Tap Done. • Some data will not be backed up.
Settings 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 actions, Air command, Air view, and Screen off memo. • Bixby Routines: Add routines to automate settings that you use repeatedly.
Settings • 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. • Game Launcher: Activate the Game Launcher. Refer to Game Launcher for more information. • Dual Messenger: Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app. Refer to Dual Messenger for more information.
Settings Motions and gestures Activate the motion feature and configure settings. On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Motions and gestures. • Lift to wake: Set the device to turn on the screen when you pick it up. • Double tap to wake: Set the device to turn on the screen by double-tapping anywhere on the screen while the screen is turned off. • Smart stay: Set the device to prevent the display from turning off while you are looking at it.
Settings Dual Messenger Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Dual Messenger. 2 Tap the switch of an app to install the second app. Supported apps will appear. The second app will be installed. The second app’s icon will be displayed with . When you receive notifications from the second app, the notifications will be displayed with to distinguish them from the first app’s notifications.
Settings Digital wellbeing View the daily usage history of your device. You can see information such as how long the screen was on and how many times you opened apps or used certain features. You can also limit usage time or change the notification settings for each app. On the Settings screen, tap Digital wellbeing. The time the screen was on Number of unlocks Number of notifications Dashboard Activate wind down mode. Change the notification settings.
Settings Activating wind down mode You can activate wind down mode to reduce eye strain before sleeping and prevent your sleep from being disturbed. 1 2 On the Settings screen, tap Digital wellbeing → Wind down and tap the Turn on now switch to activate it. Turn on the switch to activate the feature you want. • Greyscale: Displays colours on the screen as grey tones. • Do not disturb: Set the device to mute incoming calls and notification sounds, except for allowed exceptions.
Settings 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 optimise the device with a tap of your finger. Battery Security Storage Memory Optimising your device On the Settings screen, tap Device care → Optimise now. The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions. • Clearing some memory.
Settings Using the auto optimisation feature You can set the device to perform auto optimisation when your device is not in use. Tap → Auto optimisation and tap the switch to activate it. If you want to set the time to perform auto optimisation, 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.
Settings 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. 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.
Settings Security Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware. On the Settings screen, tap Device care → Security → Scan phone. 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 Customise your device’s system settings or reset the device.
Settings 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 3 Select a language to add. 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.
Settings 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.
Appendix Accessibility About Accessibility Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity. Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility. You can check the accessibility feature you are to view features you are currently using or tap Turn off using at the top of the screen. Tap to disable the features quickly.
Appendix Controlling the screen with finger gestures You can use various finger gestures to control the screen while you are using Voice Assistant. One finger gestures • Tapping: Read aloud the item under your finger. To explore the screen, place a finger on the screen and move it on the screen. • Tapping twice: Open the selected item. While selected items are read aloud, when you hear the item you want, release your finger from the item. Then, tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly.
Appendix Three finger gestures • Tapping: Start reading items aloud from the top. • Tapping twice: Start reading from the next item. • Tapping three times: Read the last selected text and copy it to the clipboard. • Swiping to the left or right: Open the contextual menu and scroll through the options. • Swiping upwards or downwards: Change the text reading and selecting granularity. • Swiping upwards then downwards in one motion: Return to the previous screen.
Appendix Configuring settings for Voice Assistant Configure settings for Voice Assistant for your convenience. Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Screen reader → Settings. • Text-to-speech: Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when Voice Assistant is activated, such as languages, speed, and more. • Verbosity: Customise the detailed settings for voice feedback.
Appendix Using the device with the screen turned off For privacy, you can set the device to function normally with the screen off. The screen will not turn on when you press keys or tap the screen. Currently activated features do not turn off when the screen is off. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Screen reader → Settings, and then tap the Dark screen with Side key switch to activate it. You can activate or deactivate this feature by pressing the Side key twice quickly.
Appendix Visibility enhancements Using the high contrast theme Apply a clear theme that displays light-coloured content on a dark background. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Visibility enhancements → High contrast theme, and then select a theme you want. Using the high contrast font Adjust the colour and outline of fonts to increase the contrast between the text and the background.
Appendix Colour adjustment Adjust how colours are displayed on the screen if you have difficulty in distinguishing colours. The device changes the colours into more recognisable colours. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Visibility enhancements → Colour adjustment, and then tap the switch to activate it. Select an option. To adjust the intensity of colour, drag the adjustment bar under Intensity. If you select Personalised colour, you can personalise the colour of the screen.
Appendix Magnifying the screen Magnify the screen and zoom in on a specific area. Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Visibility enhancements → Magnification. • Triple tap screen to magnify: Zoom in by tapping the screen three times. To return to the normal view, tap the screen three times again. • Tap button to magnify: Zoom in by tapping on the navigation bar, and then tapping where you want to magnify the screen. To return to the normal view, tap .
Appendix Hearing enhancements Sound detectors Set the device to detect a baby crying or your doorbell. The device will vibrate when it detects sound and the alert will be saved as a log. While this feature is enabled, the voice recognition will not operate. Baby crying detector Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Hearing enhancements → Sound detectors → Baby crying detector → Start.
Appendix Hearing aid support Set the device to enhance the sound quality to work better with hearing aids. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Hearing enhancements, and then tap the Hearing aid support switch to activate it. Adjusting the sound balance Set the device to adjust the sound balance when using an earphone. 1 2 3 Connect an earphone to the device and wear it. Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Hearing enhancements.
Appendix Speech-to-text The device records your voice and simultaneously converts it to on-screen text. 1 2 3 Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Hearing enhancements → Speechto-text. Tap and record with the microphone. When you are finished recording, tap DONE. To view recorded files or change the voice memo system language, launch the Voice Recorder app.
Appendix Assistant menu Displaying the assistive shortcut icon Set the device to display the assistive shortcut icon for accessing apps, features, and settings. You can easily control the device by tapping the assistive menus in the icon. 1 2 Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Interaction and dexterity → Assistant menu. Tap the switch to activate it. The assistive shortcut icon appears at the bottom right of the screen.
Appendix Using enhanced assistive menus Set the device to display enhanced assistive menus for selected apps. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Interaction and dexterity → Assistant menu → Assistant plus, and then tap the switches next to the apps you want to activate. Click after pointer stops Set the device to select an item automatically when you place the mouse pointer over the item.
Appendix 5 Tap Done. The device displays the restricted area. The restricted area will not react when you touch it and the device’s keys will be disabled. However, you can enable functions for the Side key, Volume key, and keyboard in interaction control mode. To deactivate interaction control mode, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Up key simultaneously.
Appendix Advanced settings Launching accessibility features quickly Set to open accessibility features quickly. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Advanced settings → Side and Volume up keys, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then, select an accessibility feature to open when you simultaneously press the Side key and the Volume Up key.
Appendix Setting light notification Set the device to blink the flash or the screen when an alarm sounds or when you have notifications, such as incoming calls or new messages. Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Advanced settings → Flash notification, and then tap the switches next to the options you want to activate. Notification reminders Set the device to alert you to notifications that you have not checked at the interval.
Appendix Installed services View accessibility services installed on the device. Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility → Installed services. Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.
Appendix 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.
Appendix Calls are not connected • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. • 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.
Appendix 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.
Appendix • 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 authorised 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.
Appendix 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.
Appendix Removing the battery • To remove the battery, contact an authorised service centre. To obtain battery removal instructions, please visit www.samsung.com/global/ecodesign_energy. • 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.
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