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Table of Contents Getting Started ............................................................1 Front View........................................................................2 Back View ........................................................................4 Assemble Your Device ..................................................6 Set Up Your Device .......................................................9 Set Up Accounts on Your Device .............................11 Know Your Device ..................
Lock Screen .............................................................. 116 Multi Window Settings ............................................. 118 Notification Panel Settings ...................................... 119 Toolbox........................................................................ 121 Storage ....................................................................... 122 Battery......................................................................... 125 Power Saving Settings ...............
Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Front View Proximity sensor Front camera Power key Volume key Back Recent Home key/Finger scanner Getting Started 2 Front View
Here are some key features found on the front of your device. • Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself. • Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature. • Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, restart it, or for quick access to Airplane mode. Press to lock or wake up the screen. • Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for Multi window™.
Back View Speaker Microphone Rear camera Simple clicker Flash Infrared transmitter Memory card slot SIM card slot Simple clicker Speaker Headset jack USB charger/Accessory port Getting Started 4 Back View
Here are some key features found on the back of your device. • • • Speaker: Play music and other sounds. Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos. Simple clicker: Securely attach optional covers (not included) to these retractable attachment points. • Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not included). • USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB charger (included) and other optional accessories (not included). • SIM card slot: Install the SIM card here.
Assemble Your Device This section helps you to assemble your device. 4. Position the replacement SIM card with the Verizon logo facing up. Optional: Replace the SIM Card When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children. 5. Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot (as shown) until it clicks into place.
Install a Memory Card Charge the Battery You can install an optional microSD™ or microSDHC™ memory card (not included) to add more memory space to your device. Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from any standard outlet. Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not necessary to install it prior to using the device. The battery comes partially charged.
For a quick check of your battery level: ► View the battery charge indicator located in the top right corner of your device’s display. A solid color ( ) indicates a full charge. 2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet. 3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete. You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Set Up Your Device Turn Your Device On or Off Restart the Device The instructions below explain how to turn your device on or off. If your device stops responding to taps or finger gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can restart your device. Turn the Device On ► Press and hold the Power key and the Volume down key at the same time for more than seven seconds. To turn the device on: ► Press and hold the Power key until the device vibrates and turns on.
Secure Your Device Unlock the Device Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 116. Lock the Device To unlock your device: ► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag your finger across the screen. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. To lock the device: ► Press the Power key.
Set Up Accounts on Your Device Samsung Account Google Account Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung content and apps on your device. When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Samsung account or create a new Samsung account. Your new device uses your Google™ Account to fully utilize its Android™ features, including Gmail™, Google Hangouts™, and the Google Play™ store.
Know Your Device Learn some 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 Status bar Widget App folder App shortcuts Apps list Home screen indicator Know Your Device 13 Home Screen
Here are some features of the Home screen. • Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left). For more information, see “Status Bar” on page 19. • • App shortcuts: Launches your favorite applications. • Home screen indicator: Indicates which Home screen is currently visible. • • App folder: Groups multiple apps into a folder. Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your applications. Widget: Runs as a simple application extension (not a shortcut) on a Home screen.
Customize your Home screens by adding application shortcuts, widgets, and folders, and using wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Use these options to manage screens: To access Home screen manager: ► From a Home screen, pinch the screen. • Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens, and then tap Add. • Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen, and then drag it to the Delete. • Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap Main Home screen at the top of a screen.
Wallpapers To enable or disable the Content Home screen: 1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen, and then tap Home screen settings. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 2. Tap Content Home screen to either enable or disable this feature. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Tap Wallpapers to customize. Widgets For more information, see “Wallpaper Settings” on page 115.
Add a Widget to a Home Screen App Shortcuts You can add a widget to a Home screen. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. 2. Tap Widgets. Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen 3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Home screen, and release it. You can add a shortcut to a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Remove a Widget You can remove a widget that you added to a Home screen. Remove a Shortcut 1.
Folders Use Folders • Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. inside. Add a Folder to a Home Screen • To add shortcuts to a folder, touch and hold the shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder and release. • Tap More options to change the folder’s color scheme. • To delete a folder, touch and hold the folder until it detaches, and then drag it to Delete and release it. You can create an app folder on a Home screen. 1.
Status Bar The Status bar at the top of the Home screen provides device information (such as network status and battery charge) on the right side and notification alerts on the left. Status Icons Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled. 4G LTE active: The device is connected to a 4G LTE™ wireless network. Signal strength: Cellular network signal strength. Status Icons Battery full: Battery is fully charged. Network not available: No wireless network is available. Battery low: Battery is low.
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. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active and acquiring a signal. App updates available: App updates are available from the Google Play store. App updates complete: App installation or updates are complete.
Navigation Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device. Touch and Hold Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. Touchscreen Navigation Use the following motions and gestures on your touchscreen to navigate the device. • Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options. Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Lightly tap items to select or launch them. • • Tap the keyboard to enter characters or text. Tap an item to select it.
Drag Motions Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. Control your device by making specific gestures with your hand above the device’s screen. • • Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. To enable Motions: ► From a Home screen, tap Motions. Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a Home screen. Apps > Settings > For more information, see “Motions” on page 147.
Common Options The device uses basic command options to perform common actions. • • • • • • • More options: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share. Delete: Tap to select items to delete. Share: Tap to select items to share, and then choose a sharing method. Edit: Tap to customize the screen. On/Off: Tap to turn the option on ( ON ) or off ( OFF ) . Checkbox: Tap to enable or select. When enabled, a checkmark is displayed.
Notification Panel Notification icons on the Status bar display calendar events, device status, and more. For details, open the Notification panel.
Notification Panel Features • Settings: Display the Settings screen. • View all: See all available Quick settings. • Clear: Clear all notifications. • Notification card: View details about a notification. • Screen brightness: Adjust screen brightness. • Quick settings: Quickly enable or disable a feature. • Manage users: Display the Users screen. View the Notification Panel You can access the Notification panel from any Home screen. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2.
Quick Settings Customize Notification Panel In addition to notifications, the Notification panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off. To customize Notification panel settings: ► From a Home screen, tap Notification panel. From the Notification panel, tap Edit. 1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. View all > For more information, see “Notification Panel Settings” on page 119. View all.
Multi Window Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.
Window Controls Activate Multi Window Select an app window, and then tap Window controls in the middle of the window border. 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. Note: Multi window is not available for all apps. Controls 1. From a Home screen, tap Multi window. Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi window apps. Apps > Settings > 2.
Use Multi Window You can also launch recently used apps directly into Multi window view: After enabling Multi window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time. 1. Tap • Note: Only apps located on the Multi window tray can be used together. Additional Multi window apps are available from the Google Play store. Recent. Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon in their title bar. 2. Tap Multi window in the title bar to launch an application in split screen view.
Customize Multi Window Choose Apps to Display in the Multi Window Tray You can customize Multi window to suit your preferences. You can choose the apps you want to display in the Multi window tray. Create a Window Group 1. Touch and hold panel appears. If you like to use two apps together in Multi window often, you can create a window group to quickly display the two apps in Multi window. 2.
Enter Text Text can be entered using a keyboard or by speaking. Special Keys Symbol: Tap to insert symbols. Control: Touch and hold for quick access to cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y), and select all (a). Use the Samsung Keyboard Enter text using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive Text Special Keys Predictive text suggests words that match your text entries, and can automatically complete common words. Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from your contacts, messages, email, and social networking sites — improving the accuracy of predicting text entries. Touch and hold Options for the following: Voice input: Enter text using Google Voice™ typing. Handwriting: Use your handwriting to enter text.
Use Google Voice Typing Configure Google Voice Typing Instead of typing, enter you text by speaking. To customize Google voice typing: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Google voice typing for options. For more information, see “Google Voice Typing” on page 143. 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.
Use Swype Configure Swype Swype™ is a text input method that makes it possible to enter a word by sliding your finger or stylus (not included) from letter to letter, lifting your finger or stylus between words. To customize Swype: For example, to enter the word “this”, slide your fingers between the letters “t-h-i-s”. For more information, see “Swype Keyboard” on page 142. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Swype for options.
Applications Learn how to change the way apps are displayed, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Apps List The Apps list displays all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view. Download and Install New Apps • Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of the Home screens. For more information, see “Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen” on page 17. • Galaxy Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices.
Uninstall or Disable Apps Organize Your Apps You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install. App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order. • • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. To change the order apps are listed: Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap More options > View as. Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden from view. To uninstall or disable an app: 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Customizable grid. 3. Tap Apps. More options > Edit. 4.
Use Folders to Organize Apps To launch apps in a folder: ► Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to launch it. You can organize Apps in a folder on an Apps list screen. ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > More options > Create folder. • • • To delete a folder: 1. Tap More options > Edit. Enter folder name: Name the folder. 2. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches. Add application: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Save. 3.
Apps Screen Options 1. From a Home screen, tap Uninstall/disable apps: Remove an app that you downloaded to your device or disable a preloaded app (preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled). Tap Uninstall/disable to remove or disable the selected app. • • Hide apps: Hide apps from the Apps list. • Show hidden apps: Display hidden apps. This option displays only if apps have been hidden. • Galaxy Essentials: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices.
Google Apps Gmail Enjoy these apps from Google. Send and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email service. Note: Certain apps require a Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. Visit gmail.com to learn more. Chrome Google Browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device. Visit google.com/chrome/browser/mobile to learn more about Chrome™.
Hangouts Photos Meet friends and family online, share photos, host video calls, and send SMS and Hangouts messages. Automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google Account. Visit photos.google.com to learn more about Google Photos™. Visit hangouts.google.com to learn more. Play Books Maps Find millions of free e-books and hundreds of thousands more to buy in the eBookstore. Find your current location and get directions and other location-based information. Visit google.
Play Movies & TV Play Newsstand Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can stream them instantly or download them for viewing when you are not connected to the Internet. You can also view videos saved on your device. Subscribe to your favorite magazines to read on your device at your leisure. Visit play.google.com/store/movies to learn more. Play Store Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand to learn more.
YouTube View and upload YouTube™ videos from your device. Visit youtube.com to learn more.
Verizon Apps Enjoy these apps from Verizon Wireless. Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid subscription. Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more, or contact your service provider for additional information. Mobile Hotspot Use your device as a Mobile Hotspot. For more information, see “Mobile Hotspot” on page 100. Setup Wizard Set up and configure your device at any time with this shortcut.
Additional Applications Hancom Office Viewer There are additional apps, including several Samsung apps, preloaded on your device. Open and manage Hancom™ Office Hanword (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) documents. Dropbox Help Save and share files with others using the Dropbox™ cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other computers that have Dropbox installed. View information on your device’s basic features and settings.
NYTimes Read the latest web edition of The New York Times newspaper. SideSync Share screens, windows, and data between a PC and Samsung Android device.
Calculator The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions. Additional Functions Basic Operation To clear the calculator history: ► Tap Clear history. You can perform additional functions on your calculator. You can use your calculator to perform basic operations. The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions. 1. From a Home screen, tap Calculator.
Calendar Manage your events and tasks. Calendar View • Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day. • Agenda: Display all events and tasks. 3. Tap Today to return to the current date. To choose a calendar view: 1. From a Home screen, tap Create an Event or Task Calendar. Menu, and then tap one of the following: 2. Tap • Apps > You can use your Calendar to create events or tasks. Year: Display all twelve months of this year.
Share Events To delete multiple events or tasks: 1. Tap More options > Delete. You can share events or tasks you create from your Calendar. Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Select events or tasks. 3. Tap Done. Confirm when prompted. Calendar. 2. Tap to view an event or task. 3. On the event or task, tap Share via. Calendar Settings More options > These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar. 4.
Camera and Video Take pictures and record videos with the Camera app.
Camera Features • Current shooting mode: Indicates the current Take Pictures • • • • Record video: Record a video. Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic protective covering from the camera lens. • • • More settings: Configure other camera settings. Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera, or combine shots with Dual camera mode. shooting mode. Take a picture: Take a picture. 1. From a Home screen, tap Shooting mode: Change the shooting mode. Apps > Camera. 2.
Shooting Mode Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down to take a picture. This is the default action of the Volume key while the camera is active. You can also set the Volume key to act as the video record key or as a zoom key. For more information, see “Camera and Video Settings” on page 53. Several photo effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits. 1. From a Home screen, tap Quick Settings Apps > Camera.
• Manage modes: Select which shooting modes to display when you tap Modes. • Download: Download additional shooting modes from the Samsung Apps store. Camera and Video Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. Rear camera only Panorama: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together. 1. From a Home screen, tap • • Camera. 2. Quick settings are listed across one side of the camera view finder.
• • ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film-camera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects. • Video stabilization: Activate or deactivate anti-shake. Anti-shake helps focus when the camera is moving. • Effects: Access to pre-installed and downloaded effects. Metering modes: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.
• White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life color range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. • Exposure value: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For low light situations, use a higher exposure. • Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects.
Clock Alarm The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. Create an Alarm Clock. Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified. 2. Tap a tab to use a feature: • • • • Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time. 1. From a Home screen, tap Alarm. World clock: View the time of day or night in other parts of the world.
World Clock • Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play for the alarm. • Volume: Drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm. • Snooze: Enable snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing. To list a city on the main World clock screen: Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Smart alarm: Set this option and the alarm starts playing a tone at a low volume at an interval before the alarm time, and slowly increases in volume.
Stopwatch Timer The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second. The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Stopwatch and use the following options: • • • • Start: Begin timing. • Reset: Reset the Stopwatch to zero. Clock. 3. Tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the length of the Timer. The following options are available: Stop: Stop timing.
Contacts Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts. Find a Contact You can search for a contact or swipe the list to find one by name. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters to find contacts that match. For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see “Accounts” on page 148.
Add a Contact Edit a Contact Use the following procedure to add a new contact. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add more fields to the contact’s list of information. Contacts. 2. Tap Create, and then tap contact fields to enter information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Choose a storage account for the contact. You can store the contact on the device or sync it with an account.
Link Contacts Create a Shortcut to a Contact When you have contacts from various accounts, you may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single contact. You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home screen to access their information directly from a Home screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Contacts. 3. Tap More options > Add shortcut to Home screen.
Favorites Groups When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. Favorites also display together on the Favorites tab in the Contacts app. You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your device comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group.
Rename a Group Send an Email to a Group You can rename a contact group. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > You can send an email to members of a group. Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. 2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group. 3. Tap More options > Edit group and enter a new name. 3. Tap Add Contacts to a Group 5. Choose an account and follow the prompts. You can add contacts to a group. Apps > More options > Send email. 4.
Contacts Settings Delete a Group Preset groups cannot be deleted. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app. Contacts. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Groups. 3. Tap 2. Tap More options > Delete groups. Apps > Contacts. More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option to configure it. 4. Tap the groups to select them or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all groups. 5. Tap Done. 6.
Email Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app. To access Email: ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > To add an Email account: 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Apps > More options > Settings > Email. Add account. The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your account and synchronize your email. When complete, your email is displayed in the Inbox for the account. Email. Note: To configure email account settings at any time, tap More options > Settings.
View Multiple Email Accounts Manage Your Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts on the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually. There are several tools available from the Inbox screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > ► From a Home screen, tap Email. 2. Tap Menu at the top left of the screen to view the current account mailbox. 3. Tap the account name to view: • Combined view: View all email in a combined inbox.
Create and Send an Email 3. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text. This section describes how to create and send an email using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap Compose. Apps > Email > • • Tap More options for additional email options. Send. To remove an email account: 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap the contact to place a checkmark, and then tap Done. The contact is displayed in the recipients field.
Email Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Apps > Email. More options > Settings. 3. Under General settings, tap an option, and then follow the prompts. 4. Tap an account to configure specific settings for only that account.
Galaxy Apps Galaxy Essentials Samsung Galaxy Apps provides a quick and easy way to find and download free premium apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device. 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. Samsung Galaxy Apps is a free storefront that provides a quick and easy way to find and download apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device.
Gallery View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. 3. Depending on the view mode selected, either tap an image or video to view it, or first tap an album or folder and then tap an image or video. • Note: Some functions described in this section are only available if there are images or videos in the Gallery. When viewing an image or video, you can swipe left or right to view the next or previous image or video. View Images and Videos Zoom In or Out Launching Gallery displays available folders.
Play Videos Edit Images You can play videos stored on your device. You can edit images stored on your device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap a folder to open it. 3. Tap a video to view it. 4. Tap Play to play the video. Trim Segments of a Video You can trim segments of a video. 1. Select a video, and then tap Trim. 2. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video.
• • Delete Images and Videos Print: Print the image using a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. You can delete images and videos stored on your device. Settings: Change the Gallery settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Share Images and Videos 3. In a folder, tap You can share images and videos from your Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery. More options > Delete. 4.
Gallery Settings These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using your Gallery. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Apps > Gallery. More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. 4. Tap More options > Add account to add a Samsung, Dropbox, or Google Account.
Internet Access to the Internet with a fully‑featured web browser. • Access the Internet View a Web Site ► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet. To view a web site: ► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go on the keyboard. Command Keys To share, save, or print the current web page: ► Tap More. The following commands are available: • • • • • Back or More: Share, save, or bookmark a web page, open a new secret tab, display Internet app settings, and more.
Browser Tabs To open a bookmarked web page: 1. Tap Bookmarks > Bookmarks. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time. 2. Tap an entry. To open a new tab: ► Tap Add tab. • • Saved Pages If all tabs are closed, tap New tab. Saving a web page stores the web page content on your device so that you can access it offline. Tap a different tab to view it. To save the current web page: To close a tab: ► Tap Close tab. ► Tap More > Save web page. To view saved web pages: 1.
Share Pages To turn off Secret mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap To share a web page address with others: Apps > ► Tap More > Share, and follow the prompts. 2. Tap More > Turn off Secret mode. Secret Mode Internet Settings Internet. Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows.
Music Player Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists.
Music Player Features • • • Volume: Adjust the volume. • • • • Repeat: Control playback. More options: View more options. Sound quality and effects: Customize options to adjust sound effects. Song length: View the total length of the song. Add to playlist: Add the song to a playlist. Playback controls: Fast-forward or rewind, or play or pause the current song. Applications 78 • • View playlist: View the current playlist. • • Shuffle: Shuffle songs in the current playlist.
Listen to Music 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Tap the shuffle button to control the order songs are played. Choose Shuffle off to play songs in the order they appear in the list or Shuffle on to play songs in random order. • Tap Favorite to mark a song as a favorite. Whenever a song is a favorite, the star is gold. Favorite songs are included in the Favorites playlist. • Tap Volume to set the volume. You can also set volume by pressing the Volume key on the side of the tablet. Music. 2.
My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. To view files in My Files: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. • Folders: View files stored in the internal memory or a memory card. • • Categories: View files sorted by their types. Apps: View files stored or created in specific applications. Shortcuts 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. When you add shortcut folders, displayed on the Home screen. 3.
Group Options File Options After selecting a group: ► Tap More options > Select, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions: ► Tap More options for the following options: Share via: Send files to others or share them. • • • • Select: Select files or folders. • Add shortcut to Home screen: Add a shortcut to a folder on the Home screen. • Go to folder: Go to the folder in which the file resides. • Add FTP: Add an FTP server shortcut in Favorite folders.
Additional Functions The following functions are available: • Create folder: Create a new folder. (Only available in a folder group.) • View: Change the view mode (the icon changes depending on the current view). • Storage usage: View memory information for your device and memory card (not included). • Search: Search for a file or folder.
S Voice S Voice Settings Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations. These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using S Voice. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Apps > S Voice. More options > Settings. 3. Tap an option and follow the prompts. Access S Voice You can access S Voice™ from the Apps list. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice. 2. Speak a command.
Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device.
Video Player Features • Change player: Play the video on a connected device. • • • • • More options: View more options. • • Volume: Adjust the volume. Pop-up player: Open the video in a pop-up window. Video length: View the total length of the video. Move controls: Tap to move the Video player controls to the right or to the left (landscape orientation only). Screen ratio: Change the screen ratio. Fast-forward: Skip to the next video or fast-forward through the current video.
Access the Video Player Use Pop-Up Play To access the video player: Multitask with Pop-up player by transforming your video player into a pop-up window. The video continues to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. Swipe through the videos stored on your device. 3. Tap a video to view it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. Tap a video to view it. Manage Videos 3.
Change the Video Screen Size You can change the size of the video during video playback. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. Tap a video to view it. 3. Tap the screen ratio icon to cycle through the screen size options: • Fit to height: The video is enlarged as much as possible without becoming distorted. • Overlook aspect ratio: The entire screen is used, which may cause some minor distortion. • Original size: The video is played in its original size.
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 Apps > Settings. – or – Device: Customize the device’s display, sounds and more. • Personal: Configure device users, security, keyboards, and more. • Motion: Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand. Settings System: Customize the device’s system settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Search.
Airplane Mode Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as Wi‑Fi. While in Airplane mode, you can use other features, such as playing music, watching videos, or other offline applications. Enable Airplane Mode To enable or disable Airplane mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap On/Off to enable or disable the option. Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the device options pop-up.
Wi-Fi 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). Wi-Fi Status Indicators Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi connection status: Turn Wi-Fi On or Off Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range wireless APs. 1.
Wi-Fi Networks Manually Connect to a Wi-Fi Network To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it: You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network manually. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 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. Settings. 3. Tap Add Wi-Fi network. 4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network: 3.
Wi-Fi Options The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. • 3. Tap Settings Show Wi-Fi pop-up: When opening apps, receive a notification when Wi-Fi is available. • Share Wi-Fi profile: Share saved Wi-Fi network credentials with other devices that support this feature.
• MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when connecting to some secured networks (not configurable). To rename your device (as seen by other devices): ► Tap More options > Rename device. To disconnect from a device: ► Tap End connection. IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable). Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi networks, and other settings.
Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth On or Off 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. To turn your device’s Bluetooth service on or off. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Scan for Bluetooth Devices 1. From a Home screen, tap When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. 2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • 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. Settings.
More Bluetooth Options Delete a Paired Device (Unpair) To access more Bluetooth options: When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you have to pair the devices. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Bluetooth > More options. The following options are available: • Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap Received files: When you receive files from another device through Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth settings.
Data Usage Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and restrictions to conserve it. • 3. Tap Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Settings Apps > Settings. Tap Data usage for options: • • Mobile data: Enable mobile data. • Alert me about data usage: Receive alerts when your device has reached the set warning amount of data usage. • Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu, and then choose a time period for data usage.
More Networks Download Booster The More Networks settings allow you to configure a variety of communication settings for your device. Download Booster improves download speed by using both Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > Download booster, and then tap On/Off to turn Download Booster on or off. Nearby Device Scanning Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them up easily.
Mobile Networks Set options for network selection and data service. Caution: Depending on your service plan, changes you make to mobile networks settings may incur extra charges. Consult Verizon Wireless for information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Settings Data Roaming Access: Enable or disable connection to data services when your device is roaming on another network. • Roaming: (Not configurable) Current roaming status.
Turn Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspot On or Off Connect a Device to Your Mobile Hotspot Activate your device’s Mobile hotspot application to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet connection. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile hotspot. Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap More networks > Mobile hotspot. Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile hotspot. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Mobile hotspot on or off. 3.
Change the Mobile Hotspot Password 4. Tap Allowed devices, and then tap Add to enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address. You can change your Mobile hotspot password. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 5. Tap OK to add the device. 2. Tap More networks > Mobile hotspot. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Mobile hotspot on. 4. Tap Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings Configure Mobile hotspot. Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting settings. 5.
• Tethering Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. A default password is displayed on the Mobile hotspot screen. • Show password: Display your password instead of masking it. • Show advanced options: Access advanced options, including Broadcast channel, the number of devices that can connect to your Mobile hotspot, and timeout settings. You can use Bluetooth or USB tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with a computer. 1.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) Connect to a VPN Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). To connect to a VPN: Note: You must set a secured lock screen before setting up a VPN. For more information, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 116. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap More networks > VPN. 3. Tap either Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN. 4. Tap the VPN you want to connect to, enter your log in information, and tap Connect.
Edit or Delete a VPN Nearby Devices Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or delete the connection. Share your media files with nearby devices using Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile hotspot. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care. 2. Tap More networks > VPN. Apps > 3. Tap either Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN. 1. From a Home screen, tap 4.
Screen Mirroring Share your device’s screen with another device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > Screen Mirroring. 3. Available devices are listed. • Tap Scan to find more devices. 4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. View Your Verizon Account View your Verizon account and data plan information. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap More networks > View Verizon Account.
Sound and Notification Settings Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Sound Mode Adjust the Volume 2. Tap Sound and notification > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. 1. From a Home screen, tap Set the system volume level, and set default volume for notifications and other media.
Vibration Intensity Other Sounds Set the level for vibration to accompany notifications and feedback for your screen touches, also known as haptic feedback. Set various other sound options. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Settings. 3. Tap the checkbox next to the options under Feedback and Samsung keyboard to indicate whether to enable the sound or vibration. 2.
Do Not Disturb Notifications on Lock Screen This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode. You can select what notifications, if any, appear on the Lock screen. To activate Do not disturb mode: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2.
Notification Access Determine if applications can or cannot read notifications received on your tablet. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Sound and notification > Notification access. 3. A list of applications that can read your notifications is displayed. Tap the checkbox to allow them to read your notifications.
Display Settings Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other display settings. Screen Brightness Font Style and Size 2. Tap Display > Brightness for options: Adjust the screen brightness to suit your surroundings, or personal preference. You may also want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery power. 1. From a Home screen, tap You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2.
Screen Rotation Screen Timeout Set the screen to rotate when the device is rotated (landscape or portrait). Turn the screen off after a set amount of time. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display > Screen timeout, and then choose a time period. 2. Tap Display > Screen rotation. 3. Tap On/Off to turn screen rotation on. • Screen Mode Tap Smart rotation to rotate the screen based on the orientation of your face.
Reading Mode Daydream Optimize the screen for reading with selected applications. The Daydream™ setting controls what is displayed on the screen when the device is docked (dock not included) or while charging. You can choose to display colors or display photos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display > Reading mode. 1. From a Home screen, tap 3. Tap On/Off to enable. 4. Tap Edit to select additional applications for use with Reading mode.
4. Tap Increase Touch Sensitivity More options for additional options: • Preview: See a demonstration of the Daydream mode selected. • Select when to daydream: Select when your device can go into Daydream mode. Increase the sensitivity of the touch screen to improve results when wearing gloves. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Display > Increase touch sensitivity to enable. Touch Key Light Duration Set the length of time Recent and remain lit after you tap them. 1.
Wallpaper Settings Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Wallpaper. 3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screen. 4. Tap an image to preview it. • • Tap From gallery for additional wallpapers. • Tap Travel wallpaper to set up that option (Lock screen only). Tap Bubbles or Phase beam for animated wallpaper.
Lock Screen Choose a method for unlocking your screen. Different Screen Locks have different levels of security and options. Set a Screen Lock Apps > Settings • Pattern: Create a pattern that you draw on the screen to unlock your device. This option provides medium security. Password: Create a password for unlocking the screen. This option provides high security. • Fingerprint: Use fingerprint recognition to unlock the screen. This option provides medium to high security. • • • 2.
• 4. Choose a screen lock option: Swipe Only Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen. • • All Screen lock types Clock widget options: Set the size of the Clock widget that is displayed on your Home screens, and whether to show the date. Help text: Show help information on unlocking the screen on the Lock screen. • Pattern Only Pattern type: Select a pattern type.
Multi Window Settings Turn on the Multi window feature. To activate Multi window: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Multi window. 3. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. The following options are available: • Open in Multi window view: Tap the checkbox to open content in Multi window view automatically when an application is open in full screen view. For more information, see “Multi Window” on page 27.
Notification Panel Settings Customize which Quick setting buttons appear on the Notification panel. The following options are available: You can also customize which apps appear on the Related applications menu on the Notification panel when you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones. ► From a Home screen, tap > Notification panel. Apps > Settings Brightness adjustment: Adjust the screen brightness from the Notification panel.
Related Apps When you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcuts to your favorite related apps, such as Music player or Google Play Music. To customize which shortcuts to display on the Related apps menu: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Notification panel > Related apps. 3. Tap On/Off to turn the feature on. 4.
Toolbox The Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, giving you quick access to your favorite apps. To customize the Toolbox applications: 1. From the active Toolbox screen, tap Edit to select which apps to include in the Toolbox. To activate the Toolbox: 1. From a Home screen, tap Note: A maximum of five apps can be selected at one time. Just uncheck and reselect to customize the Toolbox to your needs. Apps > • Some default apps are selected. 2.
Storage View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included). Device Memory View and manage the memory used by the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Storage. 3. Tap Internal storage, if an optional SD card is installed. Device storage used out of the total space available is displayed. Settings Total space: The total space in your device’s memory. • Available space: The amount of storage space currently available.
To increase available memory: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Install a Memory Card Settings. You can use a microSD or microSDHC card (not included) to add more memory space to your device. 2. Tap Storage. 3. Tap Internal storage, if an optional SD card is installed. For more information, see “Install a Memory Card” on page 7. 4. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps. 5. Tap Delete to confirm.
Remove a Memory Card Format a Memory Card Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device. Warning: When formatting an SD card (not included), you should back up your music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Storage. 1. From a Home screen, tap 3. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and then tap Unmount.
Battery Apps and System Usage View how battery power is used for device activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Battery usage displays in percentages per application and system process. Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Battery for options: • Percentage on status bar: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar. • Battery chart: The battery level displays as a percentage. The amount of time the battery has been used is also displayed.
Power Saving Settings Conserve battery power by automatically adjusting the screen brightness, limiting the performance of the CPU, and other power reduction activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. 2. Tap Power saving for options: • Power saving mode: Tap On/Off to enable. Tap Power saving mode to select options. • Ultra power saving mode: Tap On/Off to enable. Tap Ultra power saving mode for options. 3. Tap More options > Help to display more information about conserving power.
Applications Settings Manage settings for applications on your device. 3. If you have disabled applications: • • 4. Tap Application Manager Tap Menu at the top left of the screen. Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled. More options for the following options: • Memory: View memory usage over various time frames. • Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system (background) apps.
Manage Apps • You can view and update information about an application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. Set as default: Set the app as a default for a certain category of apps. • Battery: View battery usage since the last full charge. • Memory: View memory usage. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Applications > Application manager. Note: Options vary by application. 3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application.
Default Applications Applications Settings If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default. Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location. You can also use a simpler Home screen that provides an easier user experience for first-time users. 2. Tap Applications. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap 2. Tap Applications > Default applications. • • • • • • 3.
Users Delete a User or Profile Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts. • • To delete a user or profile: 1. From a Home screen, tap 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. Note: Only the device owner can delete other users or profiles. Deleting a user’s profile removes the user account from the device entirely.
Change User Account Nicknames and Photo IDs The photo and name each user uses in their personal Contact entry (listed under Me at the top of their Contacts list) is used as their User ID and name. To change their ID photo and name, each user can edit their personal Contact entry. For more information, see “Edit a Contact” on page 60.
Private Mode Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications. Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint) is required to use Private Mode. Set Up Private Mode 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap On/Off to turn Private mode on. 3. Tap Private mode. 4. Follow the prompts to learn about and set up Private mode.
Location Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. 4. Tap Mode to select how your location is determined: Location Method Apps > • Power saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS). • GPS only: Uses GPS only. • Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
Recent Location Requests Location Sources Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests. You can save your favorite locations for use with services that require location information. This information can improve your search results and other location-related activities. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Location. 1. From a Home screen, tap 3. Tap On/Off to enable Location services. Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Location. 4.
Security Encryption Secure your device and protect your data with Security settings. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your tablet each time you power it on or encrypt the data on a memory card (not included) each time it is connected. Device Administration 1. From a Home screen, tap Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap Security for options: Device administrators: Add or remove device administrators.
Find My Mobile SIM Card Lock Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely. Use this option to set up your password when one is first required or change your current password. 1. From a Home screen, tap ► To access your device remotely, visit findmymobile.samsung.com. Apps > Settings. 3. Tap Lock SIM card and enter a PIN code.
Security Update Service Credential Storage Automatically receive security updates. Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security for options: • Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates. • Settings 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2.
Advanced Security Settings • Use these options to configure advanced security settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > - Settings. 2. Tap Security and swipe down for the following Advanced options: • Settings • Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected. - To view Trust agents, set up a secured screen lock (Password, PIN, Pattern, or Fingerprints). For more information, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 116.
Finger Scanner Register a Fingerprint Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can register up to 3 fingerprints. A password is also set up as an alternative to your fingerprint. 1. From a Home screen, tap You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device.
Delete a Fingerprint Fingerprint Verification To delete a fingerprint: Fingerprint verification can be used for other accounts accessed from your device. ► Touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap Delete. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Finger Scanner for the following options. Change Your Backup Password • Screen lock: Change your Screen lock and access Screen lock settings. For more information, see “Set a Screen Lock” on page 116.
Language and Input Configure your device’s language and input settings. Default Keyboard Language 2. Tap Language and input > Default. You can select a default language for your device’s menus and keyboards. 3. Select a keyboard. You can select a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards. 1. From a Home screen, tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Apps > Settings. Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store. Settings. 2.
Samsung Keyboard Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options: • • Settings • More settings: Reset all keyboard settings. Configure options for using the Swype keyboard. 1. From Home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input. 3. Tap Swype for options: Smart typing: Use predictive text and correct common typing mistakes to improve input.
Google Voice Typing • Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing you to use voice input while not connected to the network. • Block offensive words: Hide recognized offensive voice results. • Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a Bluetooth headset (not included) if one is connected. Speak rather than type your text entries using Google voice typing. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input. 3.
Text-to-Speech Options Pointer Speed Configure your Text-to-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as TalkBack. For more information, see “Accessibility” on page 152. Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or trackpad (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 1. From a Home screen, tap Settings. Settings Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each TTS engine for options.
Backup and Reset Personal Data Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults. Restore your device to its default settings. Reset Settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. Backup and Restore Enable backup of your information to Google servers. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap 2.
Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset network settings. 3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Factory Data Reset Return your device to its factory defaults. You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device.
Motions Control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions. 3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following: Settings • Mute/pause: Mute or pause sounds and video by covering the screen or turning over the device. • Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand left or right across the screen.
Accounts Synchronize Accounts Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account, Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts. Ensure that the information on your device is updated with any information that changes in your accounts. 1. From a Home screen, tap • Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content. Tap Sync all to synchronize all accounts of this type. 4. Tap individual data items to sync. 5.
Account Settings Remove an Account Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, you can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type. To remove an account from your device: 1. From a Home screen, tap 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. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts > [Account type]. 3.
Google Settings Configure your device’s Google settings. Note: These options may change if you are signed in to your Google Account. Customize Google To customize your Google settings: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Google, and select an option to customize: Settings • • Ads: Configure your Google advertising profile. • Nearby: Use your device’s sensors to connect with nearby devices. • Search & Now: Configure your Google search settings and Google Now settings.
Date and Time Settings By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. • When Automatic time zone is disabled, the following option is available: - 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 Apps > Automatic time zone: Tap the checkbox to use the time zone detected on the mobile and/ or Wi-Fi network. • Settings.
Accessibility Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. • Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times for privacy. • Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter selection instead of double tapping. • Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud as you enter your passwords. Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play store. • • Font size: Set the font size.
• Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen if you are color blind or have difficulty reading the display because of the screen color. Tap Color adjustment for options. • Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable accessibility features in two quick steps. • Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred TTS engine and options. For more information, see “Text-to-Speech Options” on page 144. Settings • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available.
More Settings Direct Access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home Key three times in quick succession. • • Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms and calendar events with a single tap. • Manage accessibility: Import and export your accessibility settings, or share them with other devices. Services Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store. Certain accessibility services you install may be configured here.
Accessories Configure options when using HDMI audio devices (not included) or using a book cover (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accessories for options: HDMI Audio output: Select a sound output format to use when connecting your device to HDMI devices (not included). Some devices may not support the Surround sound setting. • Book cover Automatic unlock: With a cover attached (not included), flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure lock is turned off.
Printing Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included). 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Printing. 3. Tap a print service and follow the prompts. Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
About Device View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and more. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details: Settings • Download updates manually: Check for and install available software updates. • Download updates automatically: Check for and download updates automatically when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.
