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Table of Contents
Getting Started
.................................................................1
........................................................................... 2
Back View ........................................................................... 3
Assemble Your Device ............................................... 4
Set Up Your Device ...................................................... 6
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Know Your Device
.........................................................8
Home Screen .................................................................... 9
Status Bar .........................................................................12
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures ..................13
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Entering Text ...................................................................17
Applications
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Apps Screen ...................................................................19
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Other Applications ......................................................24
Alarm ...................................................................................25
Calculator ..........................................................................26
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Contacts .............................................................................30
Email ....................................................................................34
Gallery .................................................................................35
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Messages .........................................................................40
Music Player ....................................................................42
My Files ..............................................................................43
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WatchON ...........................................................................47
World Clock .....................................................................48
Settings
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Bluetooth ...........................................................................53
Tethering and Mobile HotSpot .............................55
Airplane Mode ...............................................................57
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Default Messaging App ...........................................60
Printing ................................................................................61
Mobile Networks ...........................................................62
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
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Nearby Devices .............................................................65
Screen Mirroring ...........................................................66
Sound Settings ..............................................................67
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Lock Screen ....................................................................71
Wallpaper Settings ......................................................72
Font .......................................................................................73
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Blocking Mode ..............................................................77
Language and Input Settings ...............................78
Motion Control ...............................................................80
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Accessories .....................................................................85
Application Manager ..................................................86
Default Applications ...................................................88
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Power Saving Mode ...................................................91
Storage ...............................................................................92
Security ...............................................................................94
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Table of Contents v
Getting Started
Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Front View
Front camera
Power/Lock key
Volume
Infrared transmitter
Recent apps Back key
Home key
• Back key: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
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Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself.
• Home key: Tap to return to the Home screen.
• Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices using infrared light.
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Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off. Press to lock or wake up the screen. Press and hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick access to Airplane Mode,
Emergency Mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and
Sound modes.
• Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps or touch and hold for home screen options.
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Volume: Press to adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio.
Getting Started 2 Front View
Back View
Headset jack
Microphone
Camera lens
SIM card slot microSD card slot
Speaker
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•
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USB charger/Accessory port
Camera lens: Take pictures and record videos.
Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(not included).
Microphone: Records audio and detects voice commands.
• microSD card slot: Install an optional memory card (not included) for storage of files.
• SIM card slot: Install your SIM card here.
•
Speaker: Plays music, and other sounds.
•
USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included), and other optional accessories (not included).
Getting Started 3 Back View
Assemble Your Device
Prior to use, install the SIM card and optional memory card
(not included), and charge the battery.
Install the SIM Card
1. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your PIN, available optional services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children.
► Carefully slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot until the card locks into place.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face into the device and that the upper-left angled corner of the card is positioned as shown.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is not detected.
Install a Memory Card
You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC memory card (not included) to expand available memory space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card,
Getting Started 4 Assemble Your Device
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head and USB cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge time. You can use the device while charging.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of operation remain, the battery icon ( ) blinks and the device sounds a warning tone at regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device automatically turns off.
► For a quick check of your battery level, view the battery charge indicator located in the upperright corner of your device’s display. A solid color ( ) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage value. Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea of the remaining charge on the battery. For more information, see
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device.
Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery, can cause damage to the device.
Getting Started 5 Assemble Your Device
Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On and Off
Turning the Device On
► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and starts up.
Turning the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the device vibrates and the Device options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off.
Welcome Screen
The first time you turn your device on, the Welcome
Screen displays. It will guide you through the basics of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi network, set up accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
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/Lock key.
Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
► To unlock your device, press the Power/Lock key or Home key, and then touch and drag your finger across the screen.
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see
.
Getting Started 6 Set Up Your Device
Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google Account to fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail,
Google Hangouts, and the Google Play Store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Google Account, or create a new
Google Account.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
Google Account on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings. For more information, see
.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Accounts > Add account >
Google.
Samsung 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.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsung account on your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information, see
.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Accounts > Add account >
Samsung account.
Getting Started 7 Set Up Accounts on Your Device
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 non-metallic stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
Home Screen
Notification Icons
Widgets
Status Bar
Status Icons
App Folders
Folder Creator
App Shortcuts
Apps Screen
Home Screen Indicator
• App Folders: For your convenience, there are several applications that are grouped into folders on the main Home screen.
•
Apps Screen: Allows quick access to all of your applications.
• App Shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite applications.
•
Folder Creator: Organize your shortcuts using folders.
•
Home Screen Indicator: Indicates which
Home screen is presently displayed.
• Notification Icons: Display new messages and emails, notifications, available software updates, and so on.
•
Status Bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left).
• Status Icons: Display information about the device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, the time, and so on.
•
Widgets: Self-contained applications that run on the Home screen (not shortcuts).
Know Your Device 9 Home Screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.
Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers.
Manage Home Screens
Your device comes with multiple Home screens to hold apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home screens in a different order.
1. Touch and hold an empty space on a Home screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
• Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens, and then tap Add.
•
Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag it to Remove.
• Set a screen as the main Home screen:
Tap Main Home screen at the top of a screen. This screen displays when you press the Home Key.
•
Change the order of screens: Touch and hold on a screen, and then drag to a new position.
3. To stop editing the Home screens, tap Back.
App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen.
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a
Home screen and release it.
Remove a Shortcut
1. Touch and hold a shortcut to release it.
2. Drag the icon to Remove and release it.
Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
Widgets
Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a
Home screen. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and many others.
Add a Widget to the Home Screen
1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen, and then tap Widgets.
2. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a
Home screen and release it.
Remove a Widget
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to release it.
2. Drag the widget to Remove and release it.
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it just removes the widget from the Home screen.
Know Your Device 10 Home Screen
Folders
Place folders on the Home screen to organize items.
Adding Folders
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut.
2. Drag the shortcut onto Create folder and release.
•
Enter a folder name.
•
Tap OK.
A folder will be created with the shortcut inside.
Using Folders
► Tap the folder to open it and access the shortcuts inside.
To add shortcuts to the folder:
► Touch and hold the shortcut, and then drag it onto the folder and release.
To delete a folder:
► Touch and hold the folder until it detaches, and then drag it to Remove and release.
Change the 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, touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Set wallpaper, and then choose Home
screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock
screens.
3. On the Select wallpaper from popup, tap a wallpaper source.
4. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap
Set wallpaper.
•
Tap Bubbles or Phase beam for animated wallpaper. (Animated wallpaper consumes additional battery power).
•
Tap Travel wallpaper to see recommended travel destinations (Lock screen only).
Know Your Device 11 Home Screen
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.
Status Icons
Battery is fully charged.
Battery is low. The yellow area turns red as the charge level becomes critical.
Battery is charging.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
Mute mode is enabled.
The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
Signal strength.
Wi-Fi is active.
No wireless network is available.
Notification Icons
New email has arrived
New Gmail has arrived.
New text or multimedia message has arrived.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
File is being uploaded or sent.
Location service (GPS) is active.
App updates are available from the
Google Play Store.
App updates are complete.
Keyboard is in use.
Connected to a computer using a
USB cable.
Know Your Device 12 Status Bar
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures
Touchscreen Navigation
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
•
Tap the on screen keyboard to enter characters or text.
•
Tap an item to select it.
•
Tap an app icon to launch the application.
Touch and Hold
Activate onscreen items by a touch and hold gesture.
•
Touch and hold a widget on the Home screen to move it.
• Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options.
Swipe or Slide
To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
•
Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
•
Swipe the screen to scroll through the
Home screens or menu options.
Drag
To drag, touch and hold on 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 a place it in a new location on a
Home screen.
Pinch and Spread
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart.
•
Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while viewing a picture or a web page.
• Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while taking a picture.
Palm Motions
Use palm motions to control the device by touching the screen.
Note: Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. For more information, refer to
Enable Motions
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab > Palm motion.
2. Touch ON/OFF to enable Palm motion, and then touch ON/OFF to enable each feature:
•
Capture screen: Create a copy of the current screen by swiping the side of your hand across the screen. The screenshot is saved to the clipboard and to the Screenshots folder in the Gallery app.
•
Mute/pause: Mute alarms and pause media by turning the device over or by covering the screen with your hand.
13 Know Your Device Navigation, Motions, and Gestures
Notification Panel
Settings
View additional
Quick settings
Quick settings
Adjust screen brightness
Tap a notification to launch its app or view it
Notification icons display on the Status Bar displaying calendar events, device status, and more. For details about these notifications, open the
Notification Panel.
View the Notification Panel
1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the
Notification Panel.
2. Scroll down the list to see notification details.
•
Tap an item to open it.
•
To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. Tap CLEAR to clear all notifications.
3. To close the Notification Panel, swipe upward from the bottom of the screen or tap the
Back key.
Volume
Clear all notifications
Quick Settings
In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel also provides quick access to device functions such as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
To view additional Quick settings:
► Swipe left or right across the visible icons.
– or –
Tap View all.
Notification Panel Settings
To customize the Notification Panel:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab > Notification panel.
14 Know Your Device Notification Panel
Multi Window
Multi Window Tray
Window Controls Tray Controls
Multitask by using multiple applications at the same time.
Activate Multi Window
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab > Multi window.
2. Tap ON/OFF to activate.
•
Tap Open in multi window view to automatically view content in Multi window when you open files from My Files or Video player, or attachments from email.
Tip: You can also activate Multi window from the Notification Panel. For more information, see
Using Multi Window
After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run multiple apps at the same time.
Note: Only apps located on the Multi Window tray can be used together. Additional Multi Window apps are available from the Google Play Store.
The apps 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. Swipe from the right edge of the screen toward the center to display the Multi window tray. (After a few seconds, the tray will be hidden again.)
2. Touch and drag apps off of the tray and release.
Know Your Device 15 Multi Window
Window Controls
Select an application window and tap Border
button in the middle of the window border.
Control Buttons
Switch locations between Multi window applications.
Share items between the application windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Some applications may not support this feature.
Maximize the application.
Close the application.
Customize Multi Window
You can customize Multi window to suit your preferences.
Create a Window Group
If you use certain apps together in Multi window often, you can create a window group to quickly display the two apps in Multi window.
The window group will be stored in the Multi window tray, so you can choose it any time to display the two apps.
1. Swipe the right edge of the screen toward the center to display the Multi window tray.
2. Tap Tray Controls > Create.
Change the Order of Apps in the
Multi Window Tray
1. Swipe the right edge of the screen toward the center to display the Multi window tray.
2. Tap an hold an app, drag it to a new position in the tray and then drop it.
Choose Apps to Display in the
Multi Window Tray
You can choose the apps you want to display in the
Multi window tray.
1. Swipe the right edge of the screen toward the center to display the Multi window tray.
2. Tap Tray Controls > Edit for options:
•
To remove an app from the tray, tap and drag it off of the tray and place it in the storage area.
•
To add an app to the tray, tap and drag it from the storage area to the tray.
•
To relocate an app, tap and drag it to a new location.
Know Your Device 16 Multi Window
Entering Text
Using the Samsung Keyboard
Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard.
Predictive Text
Predictive Text
Predictive text suggest words matching your text entries, and, optionally, completes common words automatically. Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from your contacts, messages, email, and social networking sites — improving its accuracy of predicting your text entries.
Configure the Samsung Keyboard
To customize the Samsung Keyboard:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab > Language and input.
Using Google Voice Typing
Instead of typing, speak your text input.
Options key
Special Keys
Touch and hold for quick access to cut (x), copy (c), paste (v), undo (z), redo (y), and select all (a).
Tap to insert numbers and symbols.
Touch and hold the Options key to:
Use Google Voice Typing.
Use your handwriting to enter text.
Access the clipboard.
Access keyboard settings.
Insert emoticons.
Change the layout of the keyboard.
1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice
Typing.
2. Speak your text.
Configure Google Voice Typing
To customize Google Voice Typing:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab > Language and input.
17 Know Your Device Entering Text
Applications
The Apps screen displays all applications installed on your device, both preloaded apps and apps you download and install yourself.
Learn how to change the way apps appear, organize apps into folders, and uninstall or disable apps.
Apps Screen
The Apps screen shows all preloaded apps and apps that you downloaded. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps from view.
Shortcuts to app can be placed on any of the Home screens. For more information, see
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen .
Accessing Applications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap an application’s icon to launch it.
3. To return to the main Home screen, press the
Home key.
Download and Install New Apps
Find new apps to download and install on your device:
•
Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play Store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more.
• GALAXY Apps: View and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with GALAXY devices. Visit apps.samsung.com
to learn more.
Uninstall or Disable Apps
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.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > Uninstall/disable apps.
Apps that can be uninstalled show Delete on their icon.
3. Tap Delete and follow the prompts to either uninstall or disable the app.
Applications 19 Apps Screen
Organize Your Apps
The Apps icons can be organized in folders and listed alphabetically or in your own custom order.
Change the Order Apps Are Listed
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > View type.
3. Tap an option:
•
Customizable grid: The default view, which allows you to touch and hold apps to move them from screen to screen.
•
Alphabetical grid: Icons are arranged in a grid, in A-Z order.
Use Folders to Organize Apps
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options > Create folder.
3. Enter a folder name.
4. Tap Add, select apps to include in the folder, and then tap Done.
5. Touch a folder to view its apps. Touch an app to launch it.
Apps Screen Options
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
2. Tap More options for these options:
•
Edit: Touch and hold an app icon then drag it to the Create folder icon to create a new folder. Drag it to App info to view information about this app. Or drag it to Disable app or
Delete to remove the app
•
Create folder: Create a new folder to hold the app icon.
• Uninstall/disable apps: Uninstall an app that you downloaded to your device, or disable a preloaded app (preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled). Touch Delete to remove or disable the selected app.
• View type: Configure the apps screen.
•
Show disabled apps: Display disabled apps.
•
Set wallpaper: Set Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens wallpaper.
Applications 20 Apps Screen
Google Applications
Enjoy these applications from
Google.
Note: Certain applications require a Google account.
Visit google.com
to learn more.
Chrome
Use Google Chrome to browse the
Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device.
Visit google.com/chrome/browser to learn more.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share your
Google Docs and files.
Visit drive.google.com
to learn more.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Gmail,
Google’s web-based email service.
Visit gmail.com
to learn more.
Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device.
Google Now
Google Now works in the background to collect information you regularly look up and organize it into convenient cards that appear when you need them.
Visit google.com/landing/now to learn more.
► Press and hold the Home key.
Note: When Google Now is enabled, you can also access it by touching .
Google Settings
Quickly and easily change Google app settings to suit your preferences.
Note: You must be signed in to the application you want to configure. For example, sign in to Google+ to configure
Google+ settings.
Google+
Stay connected and share with Google+.
Chat with friends and family, post photos, and see what others are sharing.
Visit google.com/mobile/+ to learn more.
Hangouts
Hangouts is an online place to meet friends and family, share photos, and host video calls. Conversation logs are automatically saved to a Chats area in your Gmail account.
Visit google.com/hangouts to learn more.
21 Applications Google Applications
Applications
Maps
Use Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, and other location-based information.
Visit google.com/maps to learn more.
Note: You must enable location services to
use Maps. Please see Location Services
.
Photos
This application automatically backs up your photos and videos to your Google+ account.
Play Books
With Google Play Books, you can find millions of free e-books and hundreds of thousands more to buy in the eBookstore.
Visit play.google.com/store/books to learn more.
Play Games
Discover hundreds of games for download and purchase through the Google Play
Store.
Visit play.google.com/store to learn more.
Play Movies & TV
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.
Visit play.google.com/about/movies to learn more.
Play Music
With Google Play Music, you can play music and audio files on your device.
Visit play.google.com/about/music to learn more.
Play Newsstand
Subscribe to your favorite magazines to read on your device at your leisure.
Visit play.google.com/store/newsstand to learn more.
Play Store
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in
Google Play Store.
Visit play.google.com/store to learn more.
Voice Search
Use voice commands to search the web with Google.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube videos right from your device.
Visit youtube.com
to learn more.
22 Google Applications
T-Mobile Applications
Enjoy these applications from
T-Mobile.
Note: Certain applications require a data plan or paid subscription. Visit t-mobile.com
to learn more, or contact your service provider for additional information.
Connect Me
This application provides tools for managing your T-Mobile Mobile Internet account. You can activate a new Mobile
Internet line, change your plan, view data usage, and more.
Mobile HotSpot
This is a shortcut to the Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot settings page.
Note: A separate plan is required to use this feature. Charges may apply. Please contact your service provider for further details.
T-Mobile My Account
This application provides you online access to account information such as your current activity, billing information, service plans, downloads, and more.
Applications 23 T-Mobile Applications
Other Applications
Amazon
Shop at Amazon.com from your device.
Visit Amazon.com
to learn more.
Dropbox
Use this application to save and share files with others via 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.
Visit dropbox.com
to learn more.
Hancom Office Viewer
Opens and manages Hancom Office
Hanword (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) documents.
Help
View information on using your device’s basic features and settings.
Kids Mode
Kids Mode creates a child-friendly environment on your device. The following apps are available: Drawing, Gallery,
Camera, Music. All content available to the child is controlled in the Parental Controls section.
Lookout Security
Lookout Mobile Security provides key security options, such as anti-virus and anti-malware technology, a lost and stolen device locater service, an application privacy adviser, and a backup service.
Applications 24 Other Applications
Alarm
The Alarm app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.
Adding and Configuring Alarms
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be notified.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Alarm.
2. Tap Create alarm.
– or –
Touch an existing alarm to display the Edit alarm screen.
3. Tap fields on the screen to configure the alarm.
•
Time: Choose a time for the alarm.
• Days: Choose the days to use this alarm.
• Repeat weekly: When enabled, the alarm repeats every week.
•
Type: Choose whether the alarm will use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to alert you.
• Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, choose a sound to play for the alarm.
• Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound, drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm.
•
Location alarm: When activated, the alarm only sounds when you are at a specific location.
•
Snooze: Allow snoozing, and set Interval and
Repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
•
Smart alarm: When on, the alarm will start playing a tone at a low volume at an interval before the alarm time, and slowly increase in volume. Choose a time interval and a tone to use with smart alarm. Available when you have chosen an alarm type that includes sound.
• Name: Enter a name for the alarm.
4. Tap Save.
Delete an Alarm
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Alarm.
2. Touch and hold an alarm, and then tap
Delete.
Applications 25 Alarm
Calculator
The Calculator provides basic and advanced arithmetic functions.
Basic Operation
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calculator.
2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key.
4. Enter the next number.
5. To view the result, tap the = (Equals) key.
Additional Functions
To clear the results:
► Tap Clear.
To clear the calculator history:
► Tap Menu > Clear history.
To copy all or part of the calculation to the clipboard:
► Touch and hold an entry in the display field.
Scientific Calculator
Turn the device landscape to use advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan.
Applications 26 Calculator
Calendar
Manage your events and tasks.
Create an Event or Task
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap Add and use one of the following methods:
•
Event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting.
• Task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting.
3. Enter details for the event or task, and then tap Done.
Delete an Event or Task
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
> Delete.
– or –
To delete multiple events or tasks, tap
More options > Delete, select events or tasks, and then tap Done.
Sharing Events
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap to view an event or task.
3. Tap sharing method, and follow the prompts.
Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
Applications 27 Calendar
Camera and Video
Switch between the front and back cameras
Camera settings
Quick settings
Storage location
Number of pictures you can take
Current shooting mode
Record video
Take a picture
Change shooting mode
View pictures and videos in the Gallery
Taking Pictures
Take pictures with your device’s front or back camera.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
Using the display screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject. While composing your picture, use the onscreen options or these gestures:
•
Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom in and out.
•
Tap the screen to focus on the area you touched.
3. Tap to take the picture.
Effects
Note: By default, he Volume key is set as a zoom key. You can also set the Volume key to take a picture when you press it.
Shooting Mode
Several visual effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.
2. Tap
MODE
MODE, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.
•
Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the picture.
• Beauty face: Take a picture with lightened faces for gentler images.
Applications 28 Camera and Video
• Sound & shot: Enrich pictures by adding background sounds for a few seconds.
•
Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction.
• Sports: Take fast action photos.
•
Night: Take brighter, clearer pictures in low light settings without the use of the flash.
Camera and Video Settings
► Tap Settings to configure settings for
Camera. Available options vary depending on the camera/recording mode used.
Camera
• Photo size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution photos take up more memory.
• Metering: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.
Center-weighted measures background light in the center of the scene. Matrix averages the entire scene. Spot measures the light value at a specific location.
Video
•
Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.
General
•
Location tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture.
•
Review pics/videos: Set to show photos or videos after taking them.
• Volume key: Use the Volume key as the camera key, the record key, or as a zoom key.
• Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.
•
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.
• Brightness: Adjust the brightness level by moving the slider.
•
Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
•
Voice control: Set the camera to take pictures with voice commands.
• Contextual filename: Add your location as part of the filename. You must first activate
Location tag described above.
•
Save as flipped: Save the self-portrait or selfrecording as a reversed or mirrored image.
•
Storage: Select the memory location for storage.
• Shutter sound: Turn the shutter sound on or off.
•
Reset: Reset the camera settings.
• Help: View information on using the camera.
Applications 29 Camera and Video
Contacts
Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with a variety of your existing personal accounts, including Google,
Email, and your Samsung account.
For more information on connecting with and managing your accounts through your device, see
.
Contacts
Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts app, which is a shortcut to the Contacts tab. To access your Contacts list:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
Finding a Contact
You can search for a contact, or scroll 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.
– or –
Tap a letter on the side of the list to jump directly to that letter in the alphabetical list. You can also slide across the alphabetical list to select a letter with better precision.
Add a Contact
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap Create, and then tap contact fields to enter information.
•
Choose a storage account for the contact. You can store the contact on the device, your SIM card, or sync it with an account.
•
Tap Photo to assign a picture to the new contact.
•
Enter a name, phone number, email address, and assign the contact to a group. Tap
Add another field to add additional contact information.
Tap Add to enter additional entries.
Tap Delete to remove an entry.
Tap Expand for additional fields.
Tap Label to choose a label for the field.
3. Tap Save.
30 Applications Contacts
Edit a Contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete the information, or you can add additional fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap
Edit.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.
4. Tap Save.
Share a Name Card
When you share a name card, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it to a message, or save it to a storage location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
More options > Share name card via.
3. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.
Link Contacts
When you have contacts from various sources
(Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have multiple similar entries for a single contact. Contacts lets you link multiple entries into a single contact.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap
Link.
3. Tap Link another contact, and then select contact(s) to link to the original contact.
4. Tap Back.
Unlink Contacts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap
Link.
3. Tap Remove beside contacts to unlink them from the main contact.
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple contacts to delete.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it, and then touch Delete.
– or –
Tap a contact and then tap Delete.
– or –
Tap More options > Delete contacts.
Select one or more contacts, or choose
Select all, and then tap Done.
Applications 31 Contacts
Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display together on the Favorites tab in Contacts.
Mark Contacts as Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Favorite (the star turns gold ).
Remove Contacts from Favorites
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Favorites tab.
3. Tap More options > Remove from Favorites.
4. Select one or more contacts, or choose
Select all, and then tap Done.
Tip: Tap a contact and tap the star in the upper right corner of the contact screen so that it turns gray .
Create a Shortcut to a Favorite
You can create a shortcut to a favorite on the home screen, to access their information directly from the home screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Favorites tab, and then touch and hold a contact to select it.
3. Tap Add shortcut to home.
The new shortcut displays in an empty area of the home screen.
Groups
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.
Create a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap Create.
3. Tap fields to enter information about the group:
•
Tap Create group in All Accounts to choose where to save the group. You can save it to a specific account, to the device memory, or to all accounts.
•
Tap Group name to enter a name for the new group.
•
Tap Message alert to select tone for message alerts.
4. Tap Add member and select contact(s) to add to the new group, and then tap Done.
5. Tap Save.
Rename a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group.
3. Tap More options > Edit group and enter a new Group name.
4. Tap Save.
Applications 32 Contacts
Add Contacts to a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group.
3. Tap More options > Add member, and then tap the contact(s) you want to add or choose
Select all.
4. Tap Done.
Send an Email to a Group
You can send an email to members of a group.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap a group.
3. Tap More options > Send email.
4. Tap contacts to select them or tap Select all, and then tap Done. (You will only see group members that have email addresses in their contact records.)
5. Choose an account and follow the prompts.
Delete a Group
Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
2. Tap the Groups tab.
3. Tap More options > Delete groups.
4. Select groups to delete or tap Select all, and then tap Done.
Contact Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Contacts app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Contacts.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Applications 33 Contacts
Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one application.
To access Email:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
Configuring Email Accounts
You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few steps.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account.
– or –
For additional accounts, tap More options >
Settings > Add account.
The device communicates with the appropriate server to set up your account and synchronize your email. When complete, your email appears in the
Inbox for the account.
Note: To configure email account settings at any time, display Account settings.
Refreshing Your Email Account
Refresh your account to update your email accounts.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. In the Application Bar, tap Refresh.
Managing Your Email Accounts
You can view email you receive for all accounts on the Combined view screen or you can view email accounts individually.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap select:
Menu at the top left of the screen to
• Combined view: View all email in a combined inbox.
•
<Account Name>: View email for only this account.
Deleting Email Accounts
To delete an Email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap the account you want to delete, and then tap
Delete account.
Email Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Email app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap General settings to display settings that apply to all email accounts.
– or –
Tap an account to display settings for that account.
4. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
34 Applications Email
Gallery
View, edit, and manage pictures and videos.
View Images and Videos
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves an image, a Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot automatically creates a Screenshots folder.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap , and then tap Time or Album to choose the way items display.
3. Tap > Albums, and then tap to create a new album.
New album
4. Tap an album to open it.
5. Tap an image or video to view it in full screen.
Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image or video.
Zoom In and Out
Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out on an image:
•
Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or zoom out.
•
Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in.
Pinch the screen to zoom out.
Playing Videos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. Tap a video to view it.
Trimming 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. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, move the right bracket to the desired ending point.
3. Tap Done to save the video.
Editing Images
•
Edit: Use basic tools to edit your picture.
•
Favorite/Unfavorite: Assign or unassign this photo or video as a Favorite. A gold star displays on photos and videos marked as a
Favorite.
•
Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images and videos in the current folder.
•
Photo frame: Add a frame to the selected photo.
• Photo note: Write a note on the current photo and then save it.
•
Copy to clipboard: Place a copy on the clipboard.
• Print: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. Some printers may not be compatible with the device.
35 Applications Gallery
• Rename: Rename the file.
•
Buddy photo share: Detect the face in this picture and email that person.
•
Rotate left: Rotate the picture counter clockwise.
• Rotate right: Rotate the picture clockwise.
•
Crop: Resize the frame to crop the image.
•
Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or as a contact’s photo.
• Details: Information about the picture or video such as title, type, size, and so on.
•
Settings: Change the Gallery settings.
Deleting Images and Videos
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. In a folder, tap More Options > Select
item, select images and videos, and then tap
Delete.
– or –
When viewing an single image or video, tap
Delete.
Sharing Images and Videos
Use one of the following methods:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a folder to open it.
3. In a folder, tap More Options > Select item, select images and videos, and then tap Share
via to send them to others or share them via social network services.
– or –
When viewing a single image or video, tap
Share via to send it to others or share it via social network services.
Gallery Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using your Gallery.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
4. Tap More options > Add account to add a
Dropbox, Google, or Facebook account.
Applications 36 Gallery
Internet
Access the Internet with a fully featured web browser.
Access the Internet
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
Command Keys
The following command keys are available:
• Back or previous page.
Back key to return to the
•
Forward to go forward to a recent page.
•
Refresh to reload the current page.
•
Tap More options > Homepage to display your
Internet Home screen.
Viewing Web Site
To view a web site:
► Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go.
To share, save, or print the current web page:
► Tap More options.
To zoom in or out:
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom out and stretch the screen to zoom in.
Browser Tabs
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time.
To open a new tab:
► Tap More options > New tab.
To close a tab:
► Tap Close.
Bookmarks
To bookmark the current web page:
Add bookmark.
To open a bookmarked web page:
History
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
Saved Pages
To save a web page:
► Tap More options > Save Web page.
To view a list of saved web pages:
Applications 37 Internet
Sharing Pages
To share a web page address with others:
► Tap More options > Share via and follow the prompts.
Incognito Tabs
Pages viewed with incognito tabs do not appear within your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device.
Incognito tabs display Incognito on their tab.
Note: Any downloaded files will remain on your device after you close the incognito tab.
To open a new incognito tab:
► Tap More options > New incognito tab.
Internet Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Internet.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Applications 38 Internet
Memo
Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later time.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.
Composing a Memos
The following options are available while composing a memo:
•
Tap Create memo, enter a memo, and then touch Save.
•
To change the category, tap Add category.
• To insert an image into the memo, tap
Insert image.
•
To use your voice to insert text into the memo, tap .
Browsing Memos
•
Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.
•
To edit a memo, touch a memo thumbnail, and then tap the content of the memo.
•
To search for a memo, tap Search.
Managing the Category List
To edit the category list:
► Tap > Manage categories.
Memo Options
To delete memos:
► Tap More options > Delete.
To change the sync settings:
► Tap More options > Account.
Viewing a Memo
1. Touch the memo thumbnail to open it.
2. To edit the memo, touch the content of the memo.
3. To delete the memo, touch Delete.
4. To send the memo to others, touch Share via.
Applications 39 Memo
Messages
Learn how to send and receive different messages using the default messaging app on your device.
Types of Messages
Your default Messaging app provides the following message types:
•
Text Messages (SMS)
•
Multimedia Messages (MMS)
The Short Message Service (SMS) lets you send and receive text messages to and from other mobile devices or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s message service.
The Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) lets you send and receive multimedia messages (such as picture, video, and audio messages) to and from other mobile devices or email addresses. To use this feature, you may need to subscribe to your service provider’s multimedia message service.
Messaging icons are displayed at the top of the screen and indicate when messages are received and their type.
Creating and Sending Messages
This section describes how to create a send a message using the Messaging app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages > Compose.
2. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select a recipient from your Contacts. You can also select the recipient based on Groups, Favorites, or
Logs.
3. If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap the contact to place a check mark then tap Done.
The contact will be placed in the recipients field.
4. Enter additional recipients by separating each entry with a semicolon (;) and then using the previous procedure. More recipients can be added at any time before the message is sent.
For the Group option, if the number of recipients is less than 10, all members in the group will be added. You will need to delete any unnecessary members in the list by selecting the trash can icon and deleting unwanted entries.
5. Tap the Enter message field and use the onscreen keypad to enter a message. For more information, please see
6. Review your message and tap Send.
Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the message is automatically saved as a draft.
Applications 40 Messages
Viewing New Messages
When you receive a new message, a new message icon appears on the Status Bar.
To view the message:
1. Open the Notification Panel and select the message. For more information, please see
.
– or –
From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages, and then tap the new message to view it.
2. To play a multimedia message (audio or video), tap Play.
3. To scroll through the list of messages, tap the screen and scroll up or down the page.
Deleting Messages
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages.
2. Tap More options > Delete threads.
3. Tap each message you want to delete or tap
Select all.
4. Tap Delete.
5. At the Delete prompt, tap OK to delete or
Cancel to cancel.
Message Search
You can search through your messages by using the
Message Search feature.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages.
2. Tap Search.
3. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then tap Search on the keyboard.
Messaging Settings
Configure the settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and so on.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Messages > More options > Settings.
Applications 41 Messages
Music Player
Stream the song to another device
Menu
Volume
Mark as favorite
Playback position
Elapsed playing time
View playlist
Rewind song or go to previous song
Pause/Play
Scan forward or go to next song
Adjust the sound quality with
SoundAlive
Length of song
Repeat the song or playlist
Shuffle songs
Listen to your favorite songs with the Music player. Navigate through your music library, play songs, and create customized playlists.
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. Scroll through the list of songs and tap an entry to begin playback.
42 Applications Music Player
My Files
Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips.
View Files
Files stored in the device are sorted into groups:
• Timeline: View files that are grouped by date.
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FAVORITE FOLDERS: View shortcuts to folders or
FTP servers.
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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.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
My Files.
2. Select a group, and then tap a file or folder to open it.
Group Options
► After selecting a group, tap Menu for options:
•
Select: Select files or folders.
• Sort by: Sort files or folders.
• Delete: Select files or folders to delete.
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Add FTP: Add an FTP server shortcut in
Favorite folders.
•
Scan for nearby devices: Search for devices that have media sharing activated.
• Display options: Change the file manager settings.
File Options
► Tap Menu > Select, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions:
Share via: Send files to others or share them.
Delete: Delete files or folders.
Move: Move files or folders to another folder.
Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder.
Tap More options for additional options:
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Go to folder: Go to the folder in which the file resides.
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Rename: Rename a file or folder.
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Add shortcut to home: Add a shortcut to a file or folder to the Home screen.
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Details: View file or folder details.
Additional Functions
The following functions are available:
•
Tap Create folder and enter a name for the new folder.
• Tap Thumbnail View to change the view mode.
•
Tap Storage usage to view memory information for your device and memory card (not included).
•
Tap Search, and then enter search criteria.
Add Shortcuts to Folders
Add a shortcut to frequently-used folders in Favorite folders.
► Select a folder and tap More options >
Add to Favorite folders.
43 Applications My Files
S Voice
Speak commands to perform operations on your device, and to speak criteria for searches and other operations.
Use S Voice to find everything from directions to trivia answers to the current weather forecast.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice.
2. Speak a command.
3. Tap the microphone icon, if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command.
S Voice Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > S Voice.
2. Tap More options > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Samsung Apps / Galaxy Apps
Samsung Apps is now Galaxy
Apps. When you access
Samsung Apps, GALAXY Apps will be installed on your device.
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.
GALAXY Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through
Samsung Apps.
From GALAXY Essentials, you can access and download a collection of premium content, free of charge.
To access the Samsung GALAXY Apps website:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
GALAXY Apps.
To access GALAXY Essentials:
1. Swipe across the GALAXY Apps screen and then tap GALAXY Essentials.
– or –
Swipe across the Home screens and locate and tap the GALAXY Essentials widget.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download
GALAXY Essential apps specially chosen from
Samsung Apps.
Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase and download apps.
Applications 45 Samsung Apps / Galaxy Apps
Video Player
Video file name
Playback position
Pop up play
Change player
More options
Volume
Adjust the sound quality with
SoundAlive
Video list
Rewind video or go to previous video
Pause/Play
Change screen ratio
Scan forward or go to next video
Play and manage videos stored on your device.
To access video:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device.
After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip.
3. Tap a video to view it.
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Use Pop-Up Play
Multi task with Pop-Up Play — transform your video player into a pop-up window. The video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Tap a video to view it.
3. Tap Pop up play to continue playing the video in a floating window.
•
Drag the window to any location on the screen.
•
Use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window.
Video Player
WatchON
WatchON turns your tablet into a remote control. Not only can you control your TV, set-top box,
DVR and other devices from your tablet, but it will recommend great shows and movies based on your preferences and past viewing behavior.
You can search, discover, explore, and access what’s on live TV, and on-demand movies and TV shows across multiple video-on-demand providers.
Note: Before initiating use, verify you have an active
Internet connection available (either mobile network or
Wi-Fi connection).
Set Up WatchON
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
WatchON.
2. Tap Set up WatchON.
3. Follow the prompts to configure WatchON options, such as ZIP code, TV service provider, channel list setup, and so on.
Note: Tap More > Help to learn more about
WatchON.
Configure Your Device as a
Remote
1. From the WatchON tool bar, tap Remote
Control.
2. Tap Setup at the prompt.
3. Follow the instructions to find your TV or other devices and configure your device to control their operation.
Applications 47 WatchON
World Clock
View the time of day or night in other parts of the world. World
Clock displays time in hundreds of different cities, within all 24 time zones around the world.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
World Clock.
A map of the world displays with the locations you have added flagged.
2. Tap Add city to add a city to display.
A list of world cities displays.
3. Scroll through the list and touch the city you want to add.
Tip: Touch the first letter of the city’s name, to the right of the list, to find the city more quickly.
To change the order of the cities:
1. Tap More options > Change order.
2. Touch the grid on an entry and drag the entry to a new position in the list.
3. Touch Done to change the order.
Applications 48 World Clock
Settings
Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the home screen, apps, and features.
•
Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn the option on ( ON ) or off ( OFF ) .
•
For some options, you must tap a field, such as Email address, to display and set options.
•
Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping a check box. When enabled, a check mark displays. Tap the check mark to remove it and disable the option.
Settings
How to Use Settings
Accessing Settings
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
– or –
From a Home screen, drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap
Settings.
The main Settings screen displays with the
Connections tab selected.
Accessing a Specific Setting
1. From the main Settings screen, tap one of the tabs at the top of the screen.
2. Tap the specific setting.
For example, to display sound settings:
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab > Sound.
Search for Settings
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Setting search feature.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Search.
• Enter a word or words in the Search box. As you type, settings that match will appear on the screen.
•
Tap an entry to go to that setting.
Settings Tabs
The Settings are divided into four main groups.
When the Settings screen displays, the following tabs are located at the top of the screen:
• Connections: Settings related to the connection of your device to external sources, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
•
Device: Settings that provide access to device configuration and customization features, such as
Sound, Display, and Lock screen.
• Controls: Configure the Samsung keyboard and
Google voice typing as well as device motion controls.
•
General: Create and modify your accounts
(Samsung, Google, email, and more), configure
Cloud functionality, and access Backup and reset features. Also access device settings, such as date and time, security, battery, storage, and
About device, which lists information about your device and access to software updates for your device.
Note: The settings for your device are described below using the order in which they appear in the Settings menu. Functions found under the
Connections tab are listed first, followed by the other tabs.
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Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area
Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi communication requires access to a Wireless Access Point
(WAP).
Wi-Fi Direct creates a direct connection between two or more devices using Wi-Fi.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range WAPs.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi
Network
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
When Wi-Fi is first turned on, your device will automatically scan for available networks and display them.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
•
When you select an open network, you are automatically connected to the network.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
•
To manually scan for networks, tap Scan.
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Manually Connect to a
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. Tap Add Wi-Fi network.
4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
•
Tap Network SSID to enter the name of the
Wi-Fi network.
•
Tap the Security field and select a security option and enter your password.
•
Tap Show advanced options if you need to add advanced options such as Proxy settings,
IP settings, or Key management.
5. Tap Connect to store the new information and connect to your target WAP.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators
These Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status:
Displays when Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access
Point (WAP).
A Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is not connected to it. It may also display if there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point
(WAP).
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Settings
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
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3. Tap Smart network switch to automatically switch between Wi-Fi and mobile networks to maintain a stable Internet connection.
4. Tap More options for options:
• Advanced:
Network notification: Receive a notification when new Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are available.
Sort by: Sort Wi-Fi networks by Alphabet or Signal strength.
Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi.
Always allow scanning: Allow Google location service and other apps to scan for networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
Install certificates: Install authentication certificates.
MAC address: View your device’s
MAC address, which is required when connecting to some secured networks (not configurable).
IP address: View your device’s IP address
(not configurable).
• WPS push button: Set up a connection to a
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other equipment.
•
WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not configurable).
•
Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi networks, and other settings.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a
Wi-Fi network.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices or you can tap Scan to start scanning.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection.
•
Tap Multi connect to scan for devices that support multi connect. Select the devices and follow the prompts to establish the connections.
•
To rename your device (as seen by other devices), tap More options > Rename
device.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator
When your device is connected to another device using Wi-Fi Direct, displays in the Status Bar.
Settings 52 Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
Settings
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled computers, printers, and wireless devices.
Note: The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
Bluetooth on or off.
Change Your Device’s Name
Change the name others will use when pairing with your device via Bluetooth.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
Rename device.
3. Tap Device name and edit your device name.
Making Your Device Visible to
Other Bluetooth Devices
When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can choose the length of time your device remains visible.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
Bluetooth on.
3. Tap Bluetooth > More options >
Visibility timeout.
4. Select a time period for your device to remain visible after you turn on visibility.
Tip: Under MY DEVICE, tap the check box next to your device. Your device is then visible to other
Bluetooth devices for the length of time set under
Visibility timeout.
Scan for Bluetooth Devices
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
To manually perform a new scan:
► Tap Scan.
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Pair Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish trusted connections between your device and another Bluetooth device.
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one time process. Once a pairing is created, the devices will continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re-enter a passcode.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable, so that your device can find it. Refer to the instructions that came with the device to find out how to set it to discoverable mode.
4. Tap Scan. Your device starts scanning for
Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap the name. Your device then automatically tries to pair with the target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target device.
Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all
Bluetooth-compatible devices.
Disconnect a Paired Device
Disconnecting a paired device breaks the connection between the device and your device, but retains the knowledge of the pairing. At a later point when you wish to reconnect the device, there is no need to set up the connection information again.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn on
Bluetooth.
3. Tap the previously paired device.
4. Tap OK to confirm disconnection.
Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you must pair the devices.
1. Verify your Bluetooth is active.
2. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap next to the previously paired device, and then tap
Unpair to delete the paired device.
Review Files Received via
Bluetooth
When you receive files from another device via
Bluetooth, you can access them from Bluetooth settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
Received files.
Bluetooth Status Indicators
When Bluetooth is turned on, displays in the
Status Bar.
Settings 54 Bluetooth
Settings
Tethering and Mobile HotSpot
Share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a
USB cable.
Use Mobile HotSpot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices using your device as a Mobile HotSpot.
Connect Your Device to a
Computer Using Tethering
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Connect the computer to the device using the
USB cable, and then tap USB tethering to turn tethering on.
Use Your Device as a Mobile
HotSpot
Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service account in order to use the Mobile HotSpot.
Warning! Mobile HotSpot consumes battery power and uses data service.
Turn Mobile HotSpot On or Off
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 >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on or off.
Warning! By default, your device’s Mobile
HotSpot has no security applied, and any device can connect. For more information, see
Configure Mobile Hotspot Settings .
Connect a Device to
Your Mobile Hotspot
Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your device’s Mobile HotSpot.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile HotSpot.
3. Activate Wi-Fi on the target device.
4. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots and select the target device from the list.
5. On the target device, enter your device’s Mobile
HotSpot password. By default, the password is your device’s phone number.
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Allowed Device List
Control whether devices connect to your Mobile
HotSpot with the Allowed device list. After you add devices to the list, they can scan for your device and connect using your device’s Mobile HotSpot name and password.
Note: Using your device as a Mobile HotSpot consumes battery power and uses data service. While
Mobile HotSpot is active, your device’s applications will use the Mobile HotSpot data service. Roaming while using your device as a Mobile HotSpot will incur extra data charges.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Tap Mobile HotSpot.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile HotSpot.
4. Tap Allowed devices, and then tap Add to enter the other device’s Device name and
MAC address.
5. Tap OK to add the device.
Change the Portable HotSpot
Password
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Tap Mobile HotSpot > Configure.
3. Tap the Security field and select WPA2 PSK and enter a new password.
Turn Off Mobile HotSpot
Automatically
Set your device to automatically turn off Mobile
HotSpot if there are no connected devices.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Tap Mobile HotSpot > Configure.
3. Tap Show advanced options, tap Timeout
settings, and select an amount of time.
Configure Mobile Hotspot
Settings
Manage your Mobile HotSpot security and connecting settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Connections tab > Tethering and
Mobile HotSpot.
2. Tap Mobile Hotspot > Configure for options.
• Network SSID: View and change the name of your Mobile HotSpot.
•
Broadcast network name (SSID): Make your
Mobile HotSpot invisible to other Wi-Fi devices during a scan. Other devices can still connect to your Mobile HotSpot, but will have to set up the connection manually with your Network
SSID and Password.
•
Security: Choose the security level for your
Mobile HotSpot.
• Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, enter the password. By default, the password is your device’s phone number.
•
Show password: Display your password instead of masking it.
• Show advanced options: Access advanced options, including Broadcast channel, and to specify the channel your device uses for
Mobile HotSpot.
Settings 56 Tethering and Mobile HotSpot
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, and other online applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option.
Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the Device options menu. Press and hold the
Power/Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode.
Settings 57 Airplane Mode
Data Usage
Monitor your mobile data usage.
Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
• Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile Data at the Notification panel.
•
Set mobile data limit: Disable your mobile data connection when the specified limit is reached. Drag the red limit line to set the data usage limit.
• Data usage cycle: Tap the menu, and then choose a time period for data usage. Data usage for the period displays on the graph, along with usage by application below.
• Upgrade data service: Explore data plan upgrade options for your rate plan.
2. Tap More options:
•
Data roaming: Enable data roaming on your device.
•
Restrict background data: Restrict some apps and services from working unless you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.
•
Auto sync data: Set your accounts to automatically sync.
•
Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab that shows Wi-Fi usage.
• Mobile HotSpots: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict apps from using these networks, and you can configure apps to warn you before using these networks for large downloads.
Settings 58 Data Usage
Settings
Location Services
Some apps, such as Google maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality.
Locating Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Mode to select how your location is determined:
• High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.
•
Power saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks
(no GPS).
•
GPS only: Use GPS only.
Recent Location Requests
Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap an entry to view the app’s settings.
Location Reporting
Google uses Location Reporting to store and use your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap Google Location Reporting for options:
• Location Reporting: Allow Google apps to use your device’s most recent location data.
•
Location History: Allow Google to store a history of your location data. Tap DELETE
LOCATION HISTORY to permanently delete your location history.
My Places
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
> Connections tab > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
3. Tap My places.
4. Tap a category (Home, Work, or Car) to add a location:
•
•
Tap Add to add additional categories.
Tap More options > Delete to delete a custom category.
Home, Work, and Car cannot be deleted.
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Default Messaging App
If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap More networks > Default messaging app to select a default.
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Printing
Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers
(not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > More networks > Printing.
2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts.
Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.
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Settings
Mobile Networks
Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab.
2. Tap More networks > Mobile networks for options:
• Mobile data: Allow your device to connect to a mobile data network.
•
Data roaming: Allow your device to connect to data services while roaming. Significantly higher charges may result.
• Access Point Names: To use Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point (hotspot).
Tap to display a list of the Access Point
Names. The active access point displays a green, filled circle to the right of the name.
• Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode.
•
Network operators: Using this feature, you can view the current network connection. You can also scan and select a network operator manually, or set the network selection to
Automatic. The current network connection displays at the bottom of the list.
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Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Set up and manage your
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password before setting up a VPN. For more information, see
Adding a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN and follow the prompts to set up your VPN.
Connect to a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN.
3. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect.
Edit or Delete a VPN
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > More networks > VPN.
2. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPSec VPN.
3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete.
Settings 63 Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Ethernet Connection
Manage your Ethernet connections.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > More networks.
2. Tap Ethernet and follow the prompts to connect to an Ethernet network.
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Nearby Devices
Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi,
Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile Hotspot.
Warning! If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Nearby devices.
2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Nearby devices.
3. Set the following options:
•
Content to share: Select the content to share.
Choices are: Videos, Photos, and Music.
• Allowed devices: Indicate the devices accessible to your device.
•
Denied devices: Indicate devices not allowed access to your device.
•
Download to: Allow downloading of data to your device or optional memory card (not included).
•
Receive files from other phones: Warn if a device attempts to upload data to your device.
Settings 65 Nearby Devices
Screen Mirroring
Share Your Device’s Screen with
Another Device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Connections tab > Screen Mirroring.
2. Tap ON/OFF to enable Screen Mirroring.
Available devices are listed.
3. Tap Scan to find more devices.
4. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect.
Settings 66 Screen Mirroring
Settings
Sound Settings
Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other activities.
Change the Sound Mode
You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made.
Tip: Sound modes are also available from the Device options menu. Press and hold the Power/Lock key, and then choose Mute, Vibrate, or Sound from the
Device options.
1. From a Home screen, drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel.
2. Tap the Sound / Vibrate / Mute button:
• Sound: Your device uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
•
Vibrate: Your device vibrates for notifications and alerts. This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in Sound settings.
• Mute: Your device plays no sounds or vibrations. Onscreen reminders will still occur.
Adjust the Volume
Set the system volume level, and set default volume for notifications and other audio.
Tip: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound > Volume, and then drag the sliders to set the default volume for:
•
•
Music, video, games, and other media
Notifications
•
System
Change the Notification Sound
Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound > Notifications.
3. Tap a sound to preview it, and then tap Done to set it as your default notification sound.
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Play Tones When Touching or
Tapping the Screen
Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound > Touch sounds to turn the feature on.
Set the Screen Lock Sound
Play a sound when you unlock the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound > Screen lock sound to turn the feature on.
Set Notification Sounds for
Samsung Applications
Choose notification alerts for new messages, email, and calendar events.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound for options:
• Messages: Customize messaging notifications and alerts.
•
Email: Configure your email account notifications.
•
Calendar: Configure your event notifications.
Play a Sound Or Vibrate When
Using the Samsung Keyboard
Play a sound when typing on the
Samsung Keyboard.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound > Sound when tapped to play a tone when you tap an onscreen key.
Adapt Sound
The Adapt sound feature allows you to customize your call sounds.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Sound > Adapt Sound.
3. Read the instructions and tap Start.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your personal call sound.
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Settings
Display Settings
Adjust the Screen Brightness
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 Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Display > Brightness.
3. To set a custom brightness level, drag the
Brightness level.
Note: You can also control Brightness from the
Notification panel. Drag down the Status bar at the top of the screen to find the Brightness option.
Set the Screen Timeout Delay
Choose how long the display screen remains lit after you tap the screen or press any key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Display > Screen timeout, and then choose a time period.
Daydream (Screen Saver)
The Daydream setting controls what the screen displays when the device is docked (dock not included), or while charging. You can choose to display colors, or display photos stored on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Display > Daydream. Tap ON/OFF to turn
Daydream on. Configure options:
•
Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors.
• Desk home screen: Select items to display while the device is docked.
•
Google Photos: Display pictures from your
Google Photos account. Tap Settings for options.
• Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. Tap Settings for options.
•
Photo table: Display pictures in a photo table.
Tap Settings for options.
3. Tap Preview to see a demonstration of
Daydream.
4. Tap More options > Select when to
daydream and tap While docked, While
charging, or Both.
Show Battery Percentage
Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Display > Show battery percentage to turn the feature on.
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Multi Window Settings
Turn on the Multi window feature.
For more information, see Using Multi Window.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab > Multi window.
2. Tap ON/OFF to enable.
The following option is available:
•
Open in multi window view: Automatically view content in a multi window when you open files from My Files or Video, or attachments from email.
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Settings
Lock Screen
Choose a method for unlocking your screen. Different Screen
Locks have different levels of security and options.
Set a Screen Lock
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Lock Screen
3. Tap Screen lock to select a screen lock and level of security:
• Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This option provides no security.
•
Pattern: A screen unlock pattern is a tap gesture you create and use to unlock your device. This option provides medium security.
• PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. This option provides medium to high security.
•
Password: Create a password for unlocking the screen. This option provides high security.
• None: Never use a Lock screen.
Screen Lock Options
Swipe Only
•
Shortcuts: Set to display shortcuts on the bottom of the Lock screen.
• Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen.
•
Help text: Show help information on unlocking the screen on the Lock screen.
Pattern Only
• Make pattern visible: Display the pattern as your draw it.
•
Vibration feedback: Causes your device to vibrate if you enter a wrong pattern.
All Screen Locks
• Clock widget options: Show the dual clock on the lock screen, adjust the Clock size, and show the date
•
Personal message: Enter a personalized message to display on the lock screen.
• Owner Information: Show owner information on the Lock screen.
•
Lock automatically: Set a time-out for the lock screen (not Swipe).
•
Lock instantly with power key: Instantly lock the device after pressing the power key (not
Swipe).
•
Automatic unlock: Flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure lock is disabled.
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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
> Device tab.
2. Tap Wallpaper, and then choose Home screen,
Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
3. On the Select wallpaper from popup, tap a wallpaper source.
4. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap
Set wallpaper.
•
Tap Bubbles or Phase beam for animated wallpaper. (Animated wallpaper consumes additional battery power).
•
Tap Travel wallpaper to see recommended travel destinations (Lock screen only).
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Font
Change the Font Style and Size
You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Display > Font to choose a font style and font size.
•
Tap Font style > Download to find new fonts from the Google Play Store.
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Settings
Notification Panel
Customize which Quick setting buttons appear on the
Notification panel.
You can also customize which apps appear on the
Recommended applications menu on the Notification panel when you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab > Notification panel.
– or –
From the Notification panel, tap View all >
Edit.
The following options are available:
•
Tap Brightness and volume to be able to adjust the screen brightness and volume from the Notification panel.
• Tap Recommended applications to show selected apps on the Notification panel after certain actions, such as connecting earphones. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
To customize which quick setting buttons appear at the top of the Notification panel:
► Tap and drag buttons to reorder them.
To use the default layout:
► Tap Reset.
Recommended Applications
When you perform certain actions, such as plugging in earphones, the Notification panel can display shortcut to your favorite related apps, such as Music
Player or Google Play Music.
To customize which shortcuts appear on the
Recommended apps menu:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab > Notification panel.
2. Tap Recommended applications.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
4. Tap Edit and choose which apps to display on the Notification panel when you insert earphones.
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Settings
Accessibility
Accessibility services are special features to make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities.
Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play Store.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Accessibility for options:
•
Auto rotate screen: Automatically rotate an available screen.
•
Screen timeout: Timeout the accessibility feature after a defined amount of time.
• Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud as you enter your passwords.
•
Single tap mode: Tap to stop or snooze alarms and calendar events.
• Show shortcut: Press and hold the Power/
Lock key to use the accessibility shortcut under the Device options screen.
•
Manage accessibility: Export your accessibility settings and share them with another device.
SERVICES
•
TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to help blind and low-vision users.
TalkBack can collect all of the text you enter, except passwords, including personal data and credit card numbers. It may also log your user interface interactions with the device.
VISION
• Font size: Set the font size.
• Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.
• Negative colors: Reverse the display of onscreen colors from White text on a
Black background to Black text on a White background.
•
Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the screen if you are color blind or have difficulty reading the display because of the screen color. Tap Color adjustment for options.
•
Notification reminder: Play a beep when a notification has been missed.
• Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable accessibility features in two quick steps. Tap
ON to turn the feature on.
•
Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred
TTS engine and options. For more information,
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HEARING
•
Sound balance: Use the slider to set the Left and Right balance when using a stereo device.
•
Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono for use with one earphone.
• Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all notifications and audio.
•
Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap
Google subtitles (CC) for options.
• Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available
Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.
DEXTERITY
• Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
•
Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for this tap gesture.
RECOGNITION
• Interaction control: Block areas of the screen from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate screen and hard key functions. Only show application notifications in the Notification panel and the Status bar.
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Blocking Mode
Turn off notifications for selected features.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Device tab.
2. Tap Blocking mode.
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
4. Configure options:
•
Tap Turn off notifications to block all notifications.
•
Tap Disable alarm to block all alarms.
•
The SET TIME option allows you to set
Blocking mode for a specific time range or to always keep it on.
- Tap the Always field to disable it and configure the From and To time fields.
Note: When Blocking Mode is enabled, displays in the Status Bar.
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Language and Input Settings
Configure your device’s language and input settings.
Set Your Default Language
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input > Language.
Select Your Default Keyboard or Input Method
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input > Default.
3. Select a keyboard.
Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play Store.
Samsung Keyboard Settings
Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Settings next to Samsung keyboard for options:
•
Select input languages: Choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the space bar sideways.
•
Predictive text: Allow Predictive text to suggest words matching your text entries, and, optionally, complete common words automatically. Predictive text can learn your personal writing style from your contacts, messages, Gmail, and social networking sites — improving its accuracy of predicting your text entries.
•
Additional keyboard settings provide assistance with capitalization, punctuation, and much more.
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Google Voice Typing Settings
Speak rather than type your text entries using
Google Voice Typing.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input.
3. Tap Settings next to Google voice typing for options:
•
Choose input languages: Select languages for Google voice typing.
• Block offensive words: Hide words many people find offensive are in results of Google voice searches. Offensive words are replaced in results with a placeholder (####).
• Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines, allowing you to use voice input while not connected to the network.
Voice Search
Use Google voice recognition to perform Google searches using spoken commands.
To perform a voice search, tap in the Google search bar or widget. Or say “Ok Google” to launch a Google search (if the hotword detection option is enabled).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input > Voice search for options.
•
Tap “Ok Google” Detection to launch a
Google search whenever you say “Ok Google.”
•
Additional options include selecting a default language, blocking offensive words, and more.
Text-To-Speech Options
Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as
TalkBack. For more information, see Accessibility
.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech
options for options:
•
Choose either the Samsung or Goggle text-to speech engine. Tap
TTS engine for options.
Settings next to each
•
Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
•
Listen to an example: Play a sample of speech synthesis (available if voice data is installed).
•
Default language status: Display the default language in use.
Mouse/Trackpad Settings
Configure settings for using an optional mouse or trackpad (not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Language and input > Pointer speed.
3. Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower.
4. Tap OK to save your setting.
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Settings
Motion Control
Use Palm motion to control certain device actions by touching the screen with the palm of your hand.
Use Smart screen to customize your screen settings to make the screen more responsive and easier to use.
Palm Motion
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Palm motion.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Palm motion
4. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following:
• Capture screen: Create a copy of the current screen by swiping the side of your hand across the screen. The screenshot is saved to the clipboard and to the Screenshots folder in the Gallery app.
• Mute/pause: Mute alarms and pause media by turning the device over or by covering the screen with your hand.
Smart Screen
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Controls tab.
2. Tap Smart screen.
The following option displays:
• Smart stay: Using the front camera to detect your face, the screen will not time out as long as you are facing the screen. Tap to enable.
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Settings
Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, including your Google Account,
Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
Depending on the account, you can choose to synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content.
Add an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > General tab.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Tap one of the account types.
4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account.
Synchronize Accounts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Accounts > (account type).
3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that account.
•
Check individual data items to sync.
•
Tap Sync now to synchronize the account.
Account Settings
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.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > General tab.
2. Tap Accounts > (account type).
•
Tap an account to configure that account’s settings.
•
Tap Settings or other available options to configure common settings for all accounts of this type.
Delete an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > General tab.
2. Tap Accounts > (account type).
3. Tap the account, and then tap
Remove account.
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Cloud
Back up your personal data using your Samsung Account or
Dropbox.
Using Your Samsung Account
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Cloud.
3. Tap your Samsung account to manage your sync settings and backup options.
•
If you have not signed in to your Samsung
Account, tap Add Samsung account.
•
Tap Storage usage to show the storage used and remaining storage available.
•
Tap Sync settings to select which data to sync.
• Tap Backup to manage your back up and restore options.
•
Tap Restore to retrieve data from your
Samsung account.
Using Your Dropbox Account
For more information about Dropbox, visit dropbox.com
.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Cloud.
3. Tap your Dropbox account to manage your sync settings and backup options.
•
If you have not signed in to your Dropbox account, tap Link Dropbox account.
• Follow the prompts to set up and use Dropbox.
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Settings
Backup and Reset
Back up your data to Google servers. You can also reset your device to its factory defaults.
Backup and Restore
Enable backup of your information to Google servers.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Backup and reset for options:
• Back up my data: Enable back up of application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.
•
Backup account: Select a Google account to be used as your backup account.
• Automatic restore: Enable automatic restoration of settings from Google servers.
When enabled, backed-up settings are restored when you reinstall an application.
Factory Data Reset
Return your device to its factory defaults.
Warning! This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.
3. Tap Reset device and follow the prompts to perform the reset.
Collect Diagnostics
This feature collects diagnostic data from your device so that T-Mobile technicians can better troubleshoot issues with your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Backup and reset > Collect diagnostics.
3. Tap Diagnostics and read the onscreen information. Choose to enable or disable the feature checking Allow Diagnostics.
Tap More info to display additional information or tap Next to display the Issue Assist screen.
4. Tap Issue Assist and read the onscreen information. Tap Accept or Decline.
5. Tap Special Offers and read the onscreen information. Tap Accept or Decline.
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Date and Time Settings
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
> General tab.
2. Tap Date and time.
Apps > Settings
3. Set the date, time, time zone, time format, and date format.
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Accessories
Configure options when connected to an optional dock (not included) or using a book cover (not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Accessories for options:
DOCK
• Dock sound: Play a sound when you insert and remove the tablet from the dock.
•
Audio output mode: Play audio through the dock speakers when the tablet is docked.
BOOK COVER
• Automatic unlock: Flip the cover open to unlock the screen when secure lock is turned off.
Settings 85 Accessories
Settings
Application Manager
You can download and install new applications on your device.
Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications.
Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.
Memory Usage
See how memory is being used by Downloaded or
Running applications.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab > Application manager.
2. Tap DOWNLOADED, SD CARD, RUNNING, or
ALL to display memory usage for that category of applications.
The graph on the DOWNLOADED tab shows used and free device memory. The graph on the
RUNNING tab shows used and free RAM.
Downloaded
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab > Application manager.
2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the downloaded applications on your device.
•
To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED list, tap More options > Sort by size or Sort by
name.
• To reset all of your application preferences, tap More options > Reset app preferences.
•
Tap an application to view and update information about the application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions. The following options are displayed:
Force stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping an app, process, or service causes your device to stop working correctly.
Uninstall/Uninstall updates: Delete the application from the device or uninstall updates made to apps that cannot be deleted.
Move to SD card: Move this app to your microSD card.
Clear data: Clear application data from memory.
Clear cache: Clear an application’s temporary memory storage.
Clear defaults: Clear an application’s customization.
Permissions: View information about the application’s access to your device and data.
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SD Card
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your memory card (not included).
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab > Application manager.
2. Tap SD CARD to view a list of all the downloaded applications on your SD card.
•
To switch the order of the SD CARD list, tap
More options > Sort by size or Sort by
name.
• To reset your application preferences, tap
More options > Reset app preferences.
Note: When you reset app preferences, you will not lose any app data.
3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions.
Running Services
View and control services running on your device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab > Application manager.
2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.
All the applications that are currently running on the device display.
3. Tap Show cached processes to display all the cached processes that are running. Tap Show
services in use to switch back.
4. Tap one of the applications to view application information.
•
Stop: Stops the application from running on the device. This is usually done prior to uninstalling the application. (Not all services can be stopped. Stopping services may have undesirable consequences on the application or Android System.)
•
Report: Report failure and other application information.
Note: Options vary by application.
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Default Applications
If you have multiple applications of the same type, such as email apps, you can select one app to be the default.
You can also use a simpler
Home screen which provides an easier user experience for first-time tablet users.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab > Default Applications.
•
Tap Home and select a Home screen mode:
TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user experience for the first-time tablet users.
- TouchWiz home: The Home screen that originally displays on your device.
•
Tap Messages and select a default messaging app.
•
To clear defaults you have set up, tap Clear.
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Settings
Users
Share this tablet with multiple people by creating User accounts.
Users have their own space, which they can customize with their own apps, wallpaper, and so on. Users can also adjust settings like Wi-Fi which affect everyone.
Restricted profiles allow only limited access to apps and content.
Set Up User Profiles
Set up user profiles and then select one when unlocking the device to use personalized settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Users.
3. To add a new user or profile, tap Add user or
profile.
Deleting a User or Profile
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Users.
3. Tap Delete next to a User profile to delete it.
Note: Only the Device Owner can delete other User accounts.
Use User Profiles
To access the device with a user profile, select a profile at the top right of the locked screen.
Owner New New New user 1 user 2 user 3
You can also switch between users by sliding down the Notification panel and tapping the current User.
For more information, see
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
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Battery
View how battery power is used for device activities.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Battery for options:
• Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.
•
Battery Chart: The battery level displays as a percentage. The amount of time the battery has been used also displays.
• Apps and OS Usage: Battery usage displays in percentages per application.
3. Tap Screen, Android System, Android OS, or an app to view how they are affecting battery use.
4. Tap Refresh to update the listing.
Note: Other applications may be running that affect battery use.
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Power Saving Mode
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 Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Power saving mode:
3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
4. Tap the following options to create a check mark and conserve power:
•
CPU performance: Limit the maximum performance of the CPU.
• Screen output: Lower the screen power level.
5. Tap Learn about power saving to learn about various ways to conserve battery power.
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Settings
Storage
View the device memory and usage, or 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
> General tab.
2. Tap Storage.
•
The DEVICE MEMORY displays Total space,
Available space, and Used space.
• The amounts of memory used for System memory, Cached data, and Miscellaneous files are also displayed.
To increase available memory:
1. Tap Cached data to clear all cached data for all apps.
2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary files (or tap Select all), and then tap Delete.
Memory Card (SD Card)
Once an optional memory card (not included) has been installed in your device, the card memory displays as Total space and Available space.
Install a Memory Card
You can use an optional microSD or microSDHC card (not included) to add additional memory space to your device.
1. Open the microSD card slot cover (1) and turn to expose the slot.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully slide the memory card into the slot (2), pushing gently until it clicks into place.
3. Close the microSD card slot cover.
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Mount a Memory Card
When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to the device) and prepared for use.
Unmount an SD Card
To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, always unmount the card before removing it from the device.
Unmounting an SD card may stop some applications from functioning until you mount the SD card again.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Storage > Unmount SD card.
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 Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Storage > Unmount SD card.
3. Open the memory card slot cover and turn to expose the slot.
4. Gently press inward on the memory card so that it pops out from the slot and carefully pull the card out.
5. Close the memory card slot cover.
Formatting an SD Card
Warning! When formatting an SD card, you should backup 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
> General tab.
2. Tap Storage > Format SD card and follow the prompts.
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Settings
Security
Secure your device and protect your data with Security settings.
Device Administration
Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Security for options:
• Device administrators: Add or remove device administrators.
•
Unknown sources: Enable installation of non-Google Play applications.
•
Verify apps: Block or warn before installing apps that may cause harm.
Warning! Enabling installation of third-party applications can cause your device and personal data to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
Encrypt Your Data
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device each time you power it on or encrypt the data on a memory card (not included) each time it is connected.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Security for options:
•
Tap Encrypt device and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your device.
• Tap Encrypt external SD card to encrypt data on a memory card (not included).
Set Up or Change Your
SIM Card Lock
Use this option to set up your password when one is first required or change your current password.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Security > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts.
View Passwords
Display password characters briefly as you type them.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Security > Make passwords visible to turn the feature on.
Security Update Service
Automatically receive security updates.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Security for options:
•
Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates.
•
Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.
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Credential Storage
Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap Security for options:
•
Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents.
• Trusted credentials: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates you have installed.
•
Install from device storage: Install a new certificate from storage.
• Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.
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About Your Device
View information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and a tutorial.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details:
• Software updates: Update your device’s software.
•
Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device.
• Legal information: View your device’s open source licenses and Google legal information.
•
Device name: View and change your device’s name.
•
Additional device information includes the
Model number, Android version, Build number, and more.
Software Updates
Use Software update to update your device’s software.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> General tab.
2. Tap About device > Software updates.
3. Follow the prompts to check for available software updates to download and install.
Settings 96 About Your Device
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Key Features
- Slate Mobile tablet White
- 20.3 cm (8") 1280 x 800 pixels TFT
- 1.2 GHz
- 16 GB Flash Card reader integrated
- Single camera 3 MP Front camera 1.3 MP
- 4G Bluetooth
- Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) 4450 mAh 108 h
- Android
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