TA B L E T User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.
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Table of Contents Welcome.............................................................................. 1 Getting Started.............................................................. 1 Front View............................................................................ 2 Back View............................................................................ 3 Assemble Your Device................................................ 4 Set Up Your Device.......................................................
Accounts.......................................................................... 103 Google Settings.......................................................... 104 Backup and Reset.................................................... 105 Language and Input................................................. 107 Battery............................................................................... 109 Storage............................................................................. 110 Date and Time.........
Welcome Welcome to our next generation tablet for readers. The Samsung Galaxy Tab E NOOK combines Barnes & Noble’s bookselling expertise with our award‑winning NOOK® digital reading software on a powerful Samsung tablet. With the fully integrated NOOK by Barnes & Noble experience, you have the power to take your library and our bookstore with you wherever you go. Enjoy your new NOOK, and please come visit Barnes & Noble for any help you might need.
Contact Us If you have questions about your NOOK that this guide does not answer, be sure to visit the NOOK online support center at: NOOK.com/support The online support center offers additional information about your NOOK, including: • PDF version of this guide that you can download to your computer • Frequently Asked Questions • Chat with a NOOK Expert You can also contact Barnes & Noble Customer Support by sending email to: nook@barnesandnoble.
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Front View USB charger/ Accessory port Front camera Recent Back Home key • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record • Recent: Tap to display™ recent apps, or touch and • Back: Return to the previous screen, or close • USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB videos of yourself. hold for Multi window . a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. charger (included) and other optional accessories (not included). • Home key: Return to the Home screen.
Back View Speaker Headset jack Power key Rear camera Volume key Memory card slot Microphone • Headset jack: Connect an optional headset • Volume key: Adjust the volume of your device’s • Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos. • Memory card slot: Install an optional memory • Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on (not included). sounds and audio playback. or off, or restart it. Press to lock or wake up the screen. card (not included) for storage of files.
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and descriptions of items on the screen to improve accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly three times. The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off. Turn the Device On To turn the device on: Set Up Your NOOK Account ►► Press and hold the Power key until the device turns on.
Secure Your Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. Lock the Device By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. To lock the device: ►► Press the Power key. Unlock the Device The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see Set a Screen Lock. To unlock the device: ►► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag your finger across the screen.
Set Up Accounts on Your Device NOOK Account Google Account Use your existing NOOK account or create a new one to make the best use of the NOOK features on your device. For more information, see Set Up Your NOOK Account. Your new device uses your Google™ Account to fully utilize its Android™ features, including Gmail™, Google Hangouts™, and the Google Play™ store. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google Account or create a new Google Account.
Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature. For more information, see google.com. Disable Factory Reset Protection To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Accounts > Google. • If you have more than one Google Account set up on your device, tap the Google Account you want to remove. 3. Tap More > Remove account.
Know Your Device Learn some of the key features of your mobile device, including the screens and icons, as well as how to navigate the device and enter text using the keyboard. Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Home Screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. Status bar Widget App shortcuts App folder Home screen indicator Apps list Primary app shortcuts • Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) • Home screen indicator: Indicates which and notification icons (left). For more information, see Status Bar. Home screen is currently visible. • App shortcuts: Launches your favorite • App folder: Groups multiple apps into a folder. applications.
Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, widgets, and folders, and using wallpapers. Wallpapers To access Home screen manager: 2. Tap Wallpapers to customize. ►► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. For more information, see Wallpaper. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
App Shortcuts Folders You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Add a Folder to a Home Screen Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen You can create an app folder on a Home screen. You can add a shortcut to a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut. Apps. 2. Drag the app shortcut on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box appears. 2.
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status, battery charge, and time) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Notification Icons New email: New email has arrived. New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived. File download in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress. Status Icons Battery full: Battery is fully charged. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. Battery low: Battery is low.
Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Drag Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. • Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a Touchscreen Navigation Home screen. Use the following motions and gestures on your touchscreen to navigate the device. Pinch and Spread Tap Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart.
Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel. Settings Manage users View all Quick settings Outdoor mode Screen brightness Quick connect Notification card Clear Notification settings • Manage users: Display the Users screen. • View all: See all available Quick settings. • Outdoor mode: Increase the screen brightness • Notification card: View details about a notification.
View the Notification Panel Quick Connect You can access the Notification panel from any Home screen. Search for nearby devices automatically to connect to them quickly and easily. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Swipe down the list to see notification details. 2. Tap Quick connect. Your device automatically scans for compatible devices. • To open an item, tap it.
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time. Window controls Activate Multi Window You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: Apps that support Multi window display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other. 1. Tap • Recently used apps that support Multi window Note: Multi window is not available for all apps. 1.
Window Controls Select an app window, and then tap Window controls in the middle of the window border. Window controls Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications support this feature. Maximize window: Open the selected app window in full screen view. Close app: Close the selected app.
Enter Text Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Special Keys Emoticon: Insert an emoticon at the cursor position. Use the Samsung Keyboard Keyboard types: Change the layout of the keyboard. Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard. Keyboard settings: Access keyboard settings. Predictive text Note: Available options depend on the app in use. Not all options are available for all apps.
Use Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, enter text by speaking. Settings Delete text To enable Google voice typing: 1. Tap Voice input on the Samsung keyboard. • You may need to touch and hold Options (left of the Space bar) to find it. 2. Speak your text. Note: Tap Settings > Languages to download additional languages for use with Google voice typing. Configure Google Voice Typing To customize Google voice typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Language and input. 3.
NOOK The Samsung Galaxy Tab E NOOK® integrates NOOK’s award-winning reading experience and Barnes & Noble’s enormous selection of content with Samsung’s leading edge technology, allowing you to connect to the world when you need and escape from it when you want.
NOOK Features on the Home Screen The Home screen features widgets and apps shortcuts that provide quick and easy access to your NOOK Library and to new NOOK Content. NOOK Library Widget NOOK app shortcuts Current Read • NOOK app shortcuts: Access NOOK apps NOOK Library Widget quickly from a Home screen. This widget displays books, periodicals, or apps from your Library. A scrollable carousel presents the items you have most recently purchased or accessed.
NOOK Home NOOK Shortcut to Book The NOOK Home app presents recommendations and special offers from the NOOK Store. You can add a Home screen shortcut to a NOOK Book or any other NOOK content. Tapping the shortcut automatically opens the NOOK content linked to the shortcut. To access NOOK Home: ►► From a Home screen, tap NOOK Home. To add a shortcut to a NOOK Book, a NOOK Magazine, or other NOOK content: By default, the NOOK Home app appears in the row of app shortcuts on the Home screen. 1.
NOOK Reader Open a Book or Periodical View a List of Bookmarks To open a book or periodical in the Library or the Library widget: 1. Tap the center of the page. 2. Tap Table of Contents to open the Contents window. ►► Tap the cover of the item. 3. Tap the Bookmarks. 4. Tap the page in the list of bookmarked pages to open that page. Turn Pages To turn to the next page: ►► Tap the right side of the screen.
View the Details Page Change the Page Turn Effect 1. Tap the center of the page. Your NOOK offers a choice of three animated effects when you turn a page in a NOOK Book or other EPUB-formatted ebook or magazine. The page can curl as though you were turning a paper page, one page can slide smoothly to the other, or there can be no special effect at all as the one page simply flashes to the next. 2. Tap More options to open the options menu. 3. Tap View Details.
Additional Features in ArticleView In ArticleView, tap the center of the page to open Reading Tools at the top of the screen. Text Settings to open controls for formatting the page. • Tap • Tap the grid icon (9 small squares) to display all pages as thumbnail images in a scrollable grid. To jump to a page in the grid, tap it. Table of Contents to see a scrollable table of contents for the publication. • Tap Comics Your NOOK supports comics.
NOOK Shop and the NOOK Store Subscribe to a Magazine or Newspaper To reach the NOOK Store, launch the NOOK Shop app or tap the shopping bag icon at the top of the screen in any other NOOK app. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Magazines, and tap the cover of the magazine or newspaper to display its Details page. By default, the NOOK Shop app appears in the row of app shortcuts on the Home screen. 3. Tap Try for free.
Manage Credit Cards Redeem Access Codes You can also manage your credit card on NOOK.com. An access code is a 13-digit code that is available on a receipt or a card you received in a store or in the body of an email confirmation message. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap NOOK Shop. To redeem an access code for a NOOK Book: More options > Shop Settings. NOOK Shop. 1. From a Home screen, tap 3. Tap Credit cards > Change, and enter your credit card information. 2. Tap 4.
NOOK Library In the NOOK Library app, you can see all your books, periodicals, TV shows and movies, and catalogs. You can also see all the NOOK apps you have purchased that are supported on the Samsung Galaxy Tab E NOOK. Manage the Content in a Shelf To add or remove content in a shelf that you previously created: 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Library. Apps > 2. Tap Expand next to All My Items, and tap My shelves. 3. Tap a Shelf to open it. 4. Tap 5.
View Content in Your NOOK Archive You can archive books and periodicals in the NOOK Cloud. 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Library. 2. Tap Apps > More options > Archive. • To download an item, tap its cover, and then tap Save. • To return to the Library, tap Cancel. Refresh the Content in Your Library 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Library. 2. Tap Apps > Refresh. Remove an Item from Your Device You can remove an item such as a book from your device.
NOOK Profiles A NOOK Profile™ tailors content and shopping experiences on your NOOK for an individual user. • Adult Profile: An adult profile can purchase any type of content. An adult profile can also control which content is visible to itself and which content is visible to any child profile. It can also set parental controls for child profiles. It cannot control which content is visible to the primary profile.
Create a Restricted Profile Set up a Child Profile Simple-to-use parental controls help create a “kid‑safe” experience on your NOOK. Using parental controls, you can limit the types of content that child profiles can view and purchase. You set up parental controls when you create a child profile. You can adjust them later if you like by editing the child profile. To set up a child profile: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2.
Delete a NOOK Profile Assign Content to Other Profiles Note: Deleting a user’s NOOK profile does NOT remove the user account from the device. The lock screen will continue to display the user’s icon, and the user account can be used for other apps. However, if the user wants to access NOOK apps or content, he or she will have to sign in and set up a NOOK profile. The primary profile can assign content to adult profiles and child profiles. An adult profile can assign content to child profiles.
Manage Parental Controls for a Child Profile To view the parental controls for a child profile: 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Settings. To manage parental controls for a child profile: 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Profile, and tap the profile you want to edit. Apps > 3. Tap Edit > Manage content > Parental controls. 2. Tap Profile, and tap the profile you want to edit. Note: You must first set up a child profile before you can manage its parental controls. 3.
NOOK Settings NOOK Settings provides access to the configuration settings for NOOK Library, NOOK Shop (for example, credit cards and gift cards), and other NOOK features. By default, the NOOK Library displays just one issue or episode of any given magazine, TV show, newspaper, or catalog. To change how items are displayed: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > NOOK Settings > New & Recent Shelf. 2. Tap More options next to Magazines, TV shows, Newspapers, or Catalogs, and then choose a new setting.
Manage Gift Cards Configure Adobe DRM Settings To add a gift card to your account: DRM stands for Digital Rights Management, a system for managing publication and distribution rights for digital content. To gain authorized access to content protected with Adobe DRM on your NOOK, you need to obtain a free Adobe ID from Adobe and to enter that ID on your NOOK. 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Shop & Purchases > Gift Cards. 3. Tap Add Gift Card.
NOOK Search The NOOK Search app lets you quickly search your Library and the NOOK Shop. The NOOK Search app appears by default on your Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Search. 2. Type in the search field at the top of the screen. As you type, your NOOK displays suggestions for matching words and phrases in a pop-up window. 3. When you see the word or phrase you are searching for, tap it.
Sideloading Files Sideloading means transferring files from your personal computer to your NOOK over the USB cable. 5. To view your personal files once you have copied them to the My Files folder, open your NOOK Library on your device and scroll down to the My Files section of your Library. Note: To view the amount of storage available on your NOOK, from a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Storage.
Dictionaries Your NOOK includes Merriam‑Webster’s Collegiate® Dictionary, Eleventh Edition. Download Dictionaries 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Reader > Dictionaries. 3. Tap Download beside the language you want to add. 4. Once the dictionary has been downloaded, tap it to select it as the active dictionary. Remove Dictionaries To remove a dictionary: 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Reader > Dictionaries. 3.
NOOK Legal Information NOOK Device Terms of Service, the NOOK Store Terms of Service, the NOOK Privacy Policy, and NOOK Open Source Licenses can be accessed using the NOOK Settings app. To read the NOOK Device Terms of Service, the NOOK Store Terms of Service, the NOOK Privacy Policy, and NOOK Open Source Licenses: 1. From a Home screen, tap NOOK Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Legal. 3. Tap a document. To view NOOK legal information online, visit: NOOK.com/legal.
Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Apps List Uninstall or Disable Apps The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view. You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install. • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. • Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden from view. Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of the Home screens. For more information, see Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen. To uninstall or disable an app: Access Apps 2. Tap Edit.
Organize Your Apps To launch apps in a folder: ►► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to launch it. App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. To delete a folder: To change the order apps are listed: 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit. 2. Tap the folder to delete, and then tap Delete folder. Confirm when prompted. 2. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder, and then drag it to a new location. 3. Tap Done when finished. 3.
NOOK Apps NOOK Home The following NOOK applications are preloaded on your device. View NOOK CHANNELS, books picked for you based on recent library activity, New York Times bestsellers, new releases, and shop departments. Barnes & Noble Tap to visit the Barnes & Noble online bookstore at barnesandnoble.com. Tap Menu in the upper-left corner of most NOOK screens to access Current Read, Home, Shop, Library, Messages, and Settings.
Google Apps Enjoy these apps from Google. Maps Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Find your current location and get directions and other location-based information. Chrome Visit google.com/maps to learn more. Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. Note: You must enable location services to use Google Maps™. For more information, see Location Services. Visit google.
Voice Search Use voice commands to search the web with Google. YouTube View and upload YouTube™ videos from your device. Visit youtube.com to learn more.
Microsoft Apps These Microsoft apps are also preloaded on your device. Word View, create, and edit documents on your device. You can unlock the full Word experience with an Office 365 subscription. Excel View, create, and edit spreadsheets on your device. You can unlock the full Excel® experience with an Office 365™ subscription. OneDrive Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive® account, which you can then access from your personal computer, tablet, or phone.
Additional Apps There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Samsung+ Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. SideSync Share screens, windows, and data between a PC and Samsung Android device. Smart Manager Access your Battery, RAM, Storage, and Device security information. For more information, see Smart Manager.
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Basic Operation You can use your calculator to perform basic operations. The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions. 1. From a Home screen, tap Calculator. Apps > 2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key. 4. Enter the next number. 5. Tap Equals to view the result. 6. Tap Clear to clear the results.
Calendar Share an Event Manage your events and tasks. You can share events you create from the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar. Calendar View To choose a calendar view: 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar. Apps > 2. Tap an event to view it. Apps > 3. Tap Share, choose a sharing method, and follow the prompts. 2. Tap one of the following to change the view: • Year: Display all twelve months of this year. Delete an Event Swipe across the screen to display another year.
Create a Task Calendar Settings You can use the Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as a checklist item and is removed once you mark the task as complete. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Calendar. Apps > 2. Tap More > Settings. Apps > 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. 2.
Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app. Effect Gallery Timer Record video Take a picture Picture size Switch cameras More settings Shooting mode • Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and • More settings: Configure other camera settings. • Picture size: Change the picture size (resolution videos. • Record video: Record a video. • Take a picture: Take a picture. • Switch cameras: Switch between the rear and and screen ratio). • Timer: Set the camera timer.
Take Pictures Shooting Mode Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic protective covering from the camera lens. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera. Both cameras • Auto: Take the best possible picture by setting the device to adjust the exposure and color of pictures automatically.
Camera Settings Rear camera • Video size (rear): Select a resolution. Use You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory. • View mode: Choose between standard and Camera. full screen view mode. 2. Quick settings are listed across one side of the camera view finder.
Clock • Options: Tap to view and set the following The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > options: -- Volume: Drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm. -- Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play for the Clock. alarm. 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: -- Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and • Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.
World Clock Timer The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. To list a city on the main World clock screen: 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 2. Tap Timer. Clock. 3. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer. The following options are available: 2. Tap World clock. 3.
Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts. Add a Contact Use the following procedure to add a new contact. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. Apps > 2. Tap Create contact, and then tap contact fields to enter information. • Choose a storage account for the contact. You For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see Accounts.
Share a Contact Delete Contacts When you share a contact, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (VCF) or text file. You can share a vCard using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to an email, or save it to a storage location. You can delete a single contact or choose multiple contacts to delete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. Apps > Apps > 2. Touch and hold a contact to select it.
Groups Send an Email to a Group You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your family, coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group. You can send an email to members of a group. Create a Group 4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap Done. 1.
Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. View Multiple Email Accounts To access Email: 1. From a Home screen, tap ►► From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can view email you receive for multiple accounts on the Combined inbox screen or you can view email accounts individually. Email. 3. Tap the account name to view: • Combined inbox: View all email in a combined You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few steps. Apps > Email. 2.
Create and Send an Email Email Settings This section describes how to create and send an email using the Email app. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Compose. Apps > Email > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap More > Settings. 2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address or tap Add recipient to select a recipient from Contacts or Groups. 3. Under General, tap an option, and then follow the prompts.
Galaxy Apps Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website: ►► From a Home screen, tap Galaxy Apps. Apps > Galaxy Essentials Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen apps available through Samsung Apps. From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and download a collection of premium content, free of charge. To access Galaxy Essentials: 1.
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Play Videos Note: Some functions described in this section are only available if there are images or videos in the Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap You can play videos stored on your device. Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder or category to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. 4. Tap View Images and Videos Launching Gallery displays available folders.
Share Images and Videos You can share images and videos from your Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. In a folder, tap More > Share, select images and videos, and then tap Share to send them to others or share them with social network services. – or – While viewing a single image or video, tap Share to send it to others or share it with social network services. Delete Images and Videos You can delete images and videos stored on your device. 1.
Internet Access the Internet with a fully‑featured web browser. To zoom in or out: Access the Internet Browser Tabs ►► From a Home screen, tap Apps > ►► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom out. Stretch the screen to zoom in. Internet. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. Command Keys To open a new tab: The following commands are available: ►► Tap • Back or page. • • • If all tabs are closed, tap New tab. • Tap a different tab to view it.
Saved Pages To turn off Secret mode: Saving a web page stores the web page content on your device so that you can access it offline. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet. 2. Tap More > Turn off Secret mode. To save the current web page: ►► Tap More > Save web page. Internet Settings To view saved web pages: These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app. 1. Tap Bookmarks > Saved pages. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2.
Memo Browse Memos Use the Memo app to write and save notes on your device. You can browse memos you create. ►► From a Home screen, tap You can create memos using the Memo app. Apps > Memo. Memo Options 2. Tap Create memo and type a memo. Available options include: • • • • • Memo. • Browse memo entries by swiping up or down. • To search for a memo, tap Search. Compose a Memo 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can edit, share, or manage memos. Category: Add or change the category. 1.
Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists. Song queue More options Sound quality and effects Playback position Favorite Time elapsed Playback controls Volume Song length • Song queue: View the current song list being • Playback controls: Change shuffle or repeat played. modes, fast-forward or rewind, or play or pause the current song. • More options: View more options.
Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music. 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to view your music files. 3. Swipe through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin playback. 4. Tap the record cover to the left of the progress bar to display the Music player screen. The following controls are available: • Tap Pause to pause playback. To start playback again, tap Play.
My Files Recent Files Options Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. The first category by default is for recently accessed files. ►► From a Home screen, tap > Recent files. View Files My Files • Search: Search for a file or folder. • More: Tap for the following options: -- Edit: Edit files shown in Recent files. -- Share: Share files shown in Recent files. -- Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent To view files in My Files: 1.
Other Category Options Options for Selected Files and Folders Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more. 1. From a Home screen, tap My Files. 1. From a Home screen, tap My Files. Apps > Apps > 2. Tap a folder in Local storage. 2. After tapping a category, the following options are available: 3. Tap More > Edit, and then tap one or more files or folders. The following functions are available: • Search: Search for a file or folder.
Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. Video list File name More options Playback position Volume Time elapsed Video length Move controls Move controls Screen ratio Pop-up Rewind Fast-forward Pause or Play • Video list: View the current video playlist. • More options: View more options. • Volume: Adjust the volume. • Video length: View the total length of the video. • Move controls: Move all of the controls to the • Pause or Play: Pause or play the current video.
Access the Video Player 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Change the Video Screen Size Video. You can change the size of the video during video playback. 2. Swipe through the videos stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap 3. Tap a video to view it. Apps > Video. 2. Tap a video to view it. 3. Tap the screen ratio icon to cycle through the screen size options: Manage Videos Once you have recorded and saved at least one video, the following options are available: 1.
Settings Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize Home screens, apps, and features.
How to Use Settings Access Settings There are a couple of ways to access your device settings. ►► From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > – or – Drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap Settings. Search for Settings If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Search feature. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Search. • Enter a word or words in the Search field.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Networks Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a wireless Access Point (AP). To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. • When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device automatically scans for available networks and displays them.
Wi-Fi Options Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device‑to-device connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. Apps > 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. 3. Tap More for options: • Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that connects your device wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth. • When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them. • To manually perform a new scan, tap Scan.
Rename a Paired Device Once you have paired your device to another device, you can rename the paired device to make it easier to recognize. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth. 3. Tap Settings next to the previously paired device, and then tap Rename. 4. Enter a new name, and tap Rename. Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each other.
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications. Enable Airplane Mode To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap On/Off to enable or disable the option.
Data Usage Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Data usage for options: • Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu, and then choose a time period for data usage. Data usage for the period is displayed on the graph, along with usage by application at the bottom of the screen. • By application: View data usage by application. 3.
More Connection Settings Virtual Private Networks (VPN) The More connection settings allow you to configure a variety of connectivity settings for your device. Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). Note: You must set a secured screen lock before setting up a VPN. For more information, see Set a Screen Lock. Nearby Device Scanning Add a VPN Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them up easily. You receive a notification when there are available devices to connect to.
Edit or Delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or delete the connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap More connection settings > VPN. 3. Tap Settings next to the VPN that you want to edit or delete. 4. Edit the VPN and tap Save. – or – Tap Delete to delete the VPN. Ethernet Manage your Ethernet connections. Note: An Ethernet connection is required in order to configure this setting. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2.
Smart Manager Use Smart Manager Smart Manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and device security. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources. To use the Smart Manager options: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Smart Manager. 3. Tap each of the following for options: • Battery: Check the battery power and time remaining to use the device.
Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on your device. Manage Apps You can view and update information about an application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. Application Manager 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications. 2. Tap Applications > Application manager. 3.
Default Applications If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. You can also use a simpler Home screen that provides an easier user experience for first-time users. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Applications > Default applications. 3. Tap the following to choose default apps: • Browser app: Choose a default browser app. • Default app selection: Choose default apps for other functions.
Sound Settings Change the Notification Sound Configure the sounds used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Change the Sound Mode 2. Tap Sound > Notification sounds and configure the following options: You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
System Sounds Set various other system sound options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Sound, and tap to enable each option: • Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections. • Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you unlock the screen. • Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected. Key-Tap Feedback Play tones when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2.
Notifications Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Notifications. 3. Tap On/Off next to an app to enable or disable notifications. • Tap Advanced to configure more notification options for individual apps.
Display Settings Change the Font Size and Style Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. You can set the font size and style for all text that is displayed on the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Adjust the Screen Brightness 2. Tap Display > Font to choose a font size and font style. Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. 1.
Set the Screen Timeout Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Display > Screen timeout and choose a time period. Enable Smart Stay The screen does not time out as long as you are facing the front camera. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Display > Smart stay, and tap On/Off to turn the feature on.
Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. You can control certain device actions by picking up the device and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Advanced features. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: • Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the screen by swiping the edge of your hand across it, from side to side, keeping in contact with the screen.
Users Delete a User or Profile Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts. To delete a user or profile: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and settings. Users can also adjust tablet settings like Wi-Fi, which affects everyone. 2. Tap Users. 3. Tap Delete user next to a user or profile. Note: Only the device owner can delete other users or profiles.
Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. To change wallpaper: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens. 4. Tap an image to preview it. • Tap From Gallery for additional wallpapers. 5. Tap Set as wallpaper to select an image.
Home Screen Settings Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. To customize Home screen: ►► From a Home screen, tap > Home screen. Apps > Settings – or – From a Home screen, either touch and hold an empty space on a screen or pinch the screen. For more information, see Home Screen.
Lock Screen and Security Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and Security settings. 4. Choose a screen lock option: • Info and app shortcuts: Display owner information and app shortcuts on the Lock screen. • Notifications on lock screen: Show notifications on the Lock screen. Set a Screen Lock • Secure lock settings: Set your secure lock It is recommended that you secure your device using a Screen lock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
Unknown Sources Other Security Settings Enable installation of non‑Google Play applications. Change other security settings, such as those for security updates and credential storage. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > View Passwords 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Unknown sources to enable this option. Display password characters briefly as you type them.
Credential Storage Advanced Security Settings Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. Use these options to configure advanced security settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > Apps > 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following advanced options: 2.
Privacy Choose from various modes designed to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Recent Location Requests Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Privacy > Location. Location 3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. 4.
App Permissions Report Diagnostic Info Control which apps have permissions to use certain features of your device. This feature sends diagnostic information about your device when you are having technical problems. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Privacy > App permissions. 2. Tap Privacy > Report diagnostic info. 3. Tap the following features to see which apps have permission to access them: 3.
Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. • High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play store. • Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
Dexterity and interaction • Universal switch: Control your device with your customized switches. • Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. • Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for this action. • Interaction control: Block areas of the screen from touch interaction. Disable auto screen rotation and hard key functions. Only show application notifications in the Notification panel and the Status bar.
Accounts Account Settings Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. Note: Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers. Contact your service provider for more information on your account’s settings.
Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. Customize Google To customize your Google settings: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Google, and select an option to customize: • Ads: Configure your Google advertising profile. • Location: Configure your Google location settings. • Nearby: Use your device’s sensors to connect with nearby devices. • Search & Now: Configure your Google search settings and Google Now settings.
Backup and Reset Auto Restart Use your Samsung account or your Google Account to back up or restore your data. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at set times. The device only restarts if it is not in use and battery power is more than 30%. Note: Any unsaved data is lost when the device restarts. To enable Auto restart: Backup and Restore 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings.
Reset Network Settings To reset your device: You can reset Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other network settings to their defaults. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset. Apps > 3. Tap Reset device and follow the prompts to perform the reset. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset network settings. 4. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to set up your device. 3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.
Language and Input Samsung Keyboard Configure your device’s language and input settings. Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Set Your Default Language 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: You can select a default language for your device’s menus and keyboards. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. • Languages and types: Set the keyboard type Apps > and language. -- 2. Tap Language and input > Language. 3.
Google Voice Typing Text-to-Speech Options Speak rather than type your text entries using Google voice typing. Configure your Text-to-speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as Voice Assistant. For more information, see Accessibility. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Google voice typing for options: Apps > 2.
Battery View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Battery for options: • Power saving mode: Save battery power by limiting your device’s performance and restricting location services and most background data. • Ultra power saving mode: Save battery power by using a minimal Home screen layout and limiting the number of usable apps.
Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). To increase available memory: Device Memory 4. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Storage. 3. Tap Internal storage, if an optional SD card is installed. View and manage the memory used by the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 5. Tap Delete to confirm. Apps > Memory Card (SD Card) 2. Tap Storage.
Remove a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Storage. 3. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and then tap Unmount. 4. Open the memory card slot cover and turn to expose the slot. 5. Gently press inward on the memory card so that it pops out from the slot, and carefully pull the card out. 6. Close the memory card slot cover.
Date and Time By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap Date and time. The following options are available: • Automatic date and time: Receive date and time updates from the wireless network.
User Manual View tips and guidelines for using your device. To view the user manual for this device: 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap User manual.
About Device View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: • Download updates manually: Check for software updates. • Scheduled software updates: Set a time to automatically check for and install available software updates. • Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device.
