Settings. Samsung Galaxy Note 5 T-Mobile, Note 5 T-Mobile, SM-N920T T-Mobile, galaxy note 5

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 checkbox. When enabled, a check mark displays. Tap the check mark to remove it and disable the option.

Settings

How to Use Settings

Access 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.

Categories of Settings

Settings are grouped in to four categories.

•

Connections: Wi-fi, Bluetooth, VPN, Mobile networks, and other connections.

•

Device: Display, Sounds and notifications, and other device settings.

• Personal: Accounts, Lock screen and security, and other personal settings.

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System: Language and input, Date and time,

Battery, Storage, and other system settings.

Search for Settings

If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can use the Search feature.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings.

2. Tap SEARCH.

• Enter a word or words in the Search field. As you type, settings that match will appear on the screen.

•

Tap an entry to go to that setting.

Customize the Quick Settings

Menu

Quick settings are the settings that you are most likely to frequently use. When you first access the

Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a default list of settings.

Change the Quick Settings

You can change the Quick settings list to include your most frequently used settings.


Settings.

2. Tap EDIT to the right of Quick settings.

•

Select additional settings to appear in your

Quick settings menu. Settings that are already in the Quick settings menu are checked.

• Uncheck a setting to remove it from the

Quick settings list.

3. Tap Back to save your new Quick settings menu.

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Settings

Wi-Fi

Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain types of Wireless Local Area

Networks (WLAN). Wi‑Fi communication requires access to a Wireless Access Point

(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.


Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on or off.

Wi-Fi Status Indicators

Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status:

•

When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point

(WAP), displays.

•

If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is not connected to it, displays. It may also display if there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP).

Scan and Connect to a

Wi-Fi Network


Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. When Wi-Fi is 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.

Manually Connect to a

Wi-Fi Network


Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.

3. Tap MORE > Add network.

4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:

• Tap Enter network name 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 IP settings and

Proxy settings.

5. Tap CONNECT to store the new information and connect to your target WAP.

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Wi-Fi Options

The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.


Settings.


3. Tap MORE for options:

•

Add network: Manually add a Wi-Fi network.

• 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).

•

Smart network switch: Connect automatically to a mobile network connection when the Wi-Fi connection is unstable.

• Advanced:

Network notification: Receive a notification when new Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are available.

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Passpoint: Connect to passpoint-enabled

Wi-Fi Access Points automatically.

Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi.

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Always allow scanning: Allow Google location service and other apps to scan for networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.

Install network 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).

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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.


Settings.


Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.

3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices.

4. After scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection.

Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator

When your device is connected to another device using Wi-Fi Direct, displays in the Status bar.

Settings 81 Wi‑Fi

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology that connects your phone 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


Settings.

2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn

Bluetooth on or off.

Bluetooth Status Indicator

When Bluetooth is turned on, displays in the

Status bar.

Scan for Bluetooth Devices

When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible.


Settings.

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.

•

Tap SCAN to manually perform a new scan.

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.


Settings.


Bluetooth.

•

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.

3. Tap SCAN. Your device will start to scan for

Bluetooth devices within range.

4. 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.

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Rename a Paired Device

Once you have paired your phone to another device, you can rename the paired device to make it easier to recognize.


Settings.


Bluetooth.

3. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap

Settings next to the previously paired device, and then tap Rename.

4. Enter a new name, and tap RENAME.

Delete a Paired Device (Unpair)

When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices will no longer recognize each other. To connect again, you will need to pair the devices.


Settings.


Bluetooth.

3. From the Bluetooth settings page, tap

Settings next to the paired device, and then tap Unpair to delete the paired device.

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Airplane Mode

Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features, such as phone calls and Wi‑Fi.

While in airplane mode, you can use other features such as playing music, watching videos, and other offline applications.


Settings.

2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option.

Note: You can also enable Airplane mode from the

Device options menu. Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Airplane mode.

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Settings

Mobile HotSpot and Tethering

Use Mobile Hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices using your device as a portable Wi‑Fi hotspot.

Share your device’s Internet connection with a computer that connects to your device using a

USB cable.

Use Your Device as a

Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot

Note: You must have a tethering plan on your service account in order to use Mobile Hotspot.

Warning: Mobile Hotspot consumes battery power and uses data service.

Turn Mobile Hotspot On or Off

Activate Mobile Hotspot to allow other devices to use your device’s Internet connection.


Settings > Mobile HotSpot and Tethering >

Mobile HotSpot.

2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Mobile Hotspot on or off.

Warning: By default, 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

Mobile Hotspot.



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.

Allowed Device List

Control whether devices connect to 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.



Mobile HotSpot.

2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.

3. Tap MORE > Allowed devices, and then tap

ADD to enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address.

4. Tap OK to add the device.

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Change the Mobile Hotspot

Password



Mobile HotSpot.

2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Mobile Hotspot.

3. Tap MORE > Configure Mobile HotSpot.

4. Tap the Security field and select WPA2 PSK.

5. Swipe down and enter a new password in the

Password field.

Configure Mobile Hotspot

Settings

Manage your Mobile Hotspot security and connecting settings.



Mobile HotSpot.

2. Tap MORE > Configure Mobile HotSpot:

• Network name: 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.

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Scroll down to view all options.

• 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.

Use USB Tethering to Connect

Your Device to a Computer

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings

> Mobile HotSpot and Tethering.

2. Connect the computer to the device using the

USB cable, and then tap USB tethering to turn tethering on.

Settings 86 Mobile HotSpot and Tethering

Settings

Data Usage

Monitor your mobile data usage.

Note: Your service provider may account for data usage differently.


> Data usage for options:

• Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also control Mobile data at the Notification panel.

•

Set mobile data limit: Your mobile data connection will be turned off when the specified limit is reached.

• Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down 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.

•

By application: View data usage by application.

2. Tap MORE for the following options:

• Restrict background data: Restrict some apps and services from working unless you are connected to a Wi-Fi network.

•

Show Wi-Fi usage: Display a Wi-Fi tab that shows Wi-Fi usage.

• Restrict networks: 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.

• Help: View help topics on how to check and limit your data usage.

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Mobile Networks

Control your device’s access to networks and mobile data service.

► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings

> Mobile networks for options:

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Data roaming: Allow your device to connect to data services while roaming. Significantly higher charges may result.

•

Access Point Names: Choose or add APNs.

•

Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode.

• Network operators: Choose available and preferred networks.

Settings 88 Mobile Networks

Settings

NFC and Payment

NFC (Near Field Communication) allows data exchange when you touch your device with another compatible device. This is used for features like Android Beam.

To activate NFC:


> NFC and payment.

2. Tap NFC, and tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.

Android Beam

When Android Beam is activated, you can beam app content to another NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. You can beam browser pages, YouTube videos, contacts, and more.



2. Tap NFC, and tap ON/OFF to turn NFC on.

3. Tap Android Beam, and tap ON/OFF to turn

Android Beam on.

4. Touch the back of your device with another

NFC-capable device and the content is transferred.

Tap and Pay

Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application you want to use for making purchases on your phone.



2. Tap Tap and pay.

3. Select the app that you want as your default.

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Settings

More Connection Settings

This option displays additional connectivity information.

Printing

Print images and documents to Samsung printers and other compatible printers (not included).


> More connection settings > Printing.

2. Tap a print service and follow the prompts.

Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers.

MirrorLink

Mirror your device’s display on your car’s entertainment and information screen using a USB connection.

Note: To use this feature, your car system must support MirrorLink.

To turn on MirrorLink:

1. Connect your device to your car’s system using the USB cable.

2. On your device’s Home screen, tap Apps

> Settings > More connection settings >

MirrorLink.

3. Tap Connect to vehicle via USB and follow the instructions.

Download Booster

Download booster improves download speeds by using both Wi-Fi and LTE networks at the same time when downloading files over 30 MB in size.

Note: Download booster uses mobile data services.

To turn on Download booster:


Settings > More connection settings >

Download booster.

2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Download booster on or off.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks

(VPNs).

Note: You must set a secured screen before setting up a VPN. For more information, see

Lock Screen and Security.

Add a VPN


> More connection settings > VPN.

2. Tap MORE > Add VPN and follow the prompts to set up your VPN.

Connect to a VPN



2. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and tap CONNECT.

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Edit or Delete a VPN



2. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or delete.

Default Messaging App

If you have multiple messaging apps installed, you can select which app should be your default messaging app.


> More connection settings.

2. Tap Default messaging app to select a default.

Wi-Fi Calling

Your device is equipped with Wi-Fi Calling functionality.

Note: Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by your wireless service provider. Please contact your wireless service provider for details on cost and functionality.

To configure Wi-Fi Calling:


> More connection settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi Calling, and then tap ON/OFF to enable this feature.

3. Tap an option to customize your preferences for calling:

•

Wi-Fi Preferred

•

Cellular Network Preferred

• Never use Cellular Network

4. Tap MORE to view a tutorial or top questions about Wi-Fi Calling.

Settings 91 More Connection Settings

Settings

Sounds and Notifications

Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.

Change the Sound Mode

You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound mode, and then choose a mode:

• Sound: Sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.

•

Vibrate: Vibrate for notifications and alerts.

This uses the Vibration intensity you choose in

Sound settings.

• Mute: Mute all sounds and notifications.

Adjust the Volume

Set the system volume level and default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio.

Tip: You can also set the Ringtone volume from a

Home screen by pressing the Volume key.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Volume.

3. Drag the sliders to set the default volume for:

• Ringtone

•

Media

•

Notifications

•

System

Ringtones and Sounds

Select a Default Ringtone

Choose from preset ringtones or add your own.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and

sounds > Ringtone.

3. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it.

– or –

Tap Add ringtone to use an audio file as a ringtone.

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Change the Notification Sound

Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new messages and event reminders.


Settings.


sounds > Default notification sound.

3. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it.

Set Notification Sounds for Samsung

Applications

Choose notification alerts for new messages, calendar events, and email.


Settings.


sounds, and tap to configure each option:

• Messages notifications: Configure message notifications and alerts.

•

Calendar notifications: Configure event notifications.

•

Email notifications: Configure email account notifications.

System Sounds

Set various other system sound options.


Settings.


sounds, and tap to enable each option:

•

Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections.

• Dialing keypad tone: Play tone when the dialing keypad is tapped.

•

Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you unlock the screen.

•

Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the

Samsung keyboard is tapped.

Vibrations

Set the amount of vibration for incoming calls, notifications, and haptic feedback.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Vibrations.

•

Tap Vibration intensity and move the sliders to change the amount.

•

Tap Vibration pattern to choose a pattern.

• Tap ON/OFF to enable each option:

-

Vibrate while ringing

-

Vibration feedback

-

Keyboard vibration

Sound Quality and Effects

Choose from advanced sound options to customize your audio experience.

Sound Quality

Find the best sound setting for your preferences.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound quality

and effects.

3. Tap Adapt Sound and follow the prompts to customize your sound settings.

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Sound Effects

Note: Sound effects are only available when headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset is connected.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound quality

and effects.

3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each option:

• UHQ Upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos for a clearer listening experience.

•

SoundAlive+: Recreate the effects of rich surround sound.

• Tube Amp Pro: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier.

Do Not Disturb

This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode.

To activate Do not disturb mode:


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.

3. Tap ON/OFF to enable this option.

Set Schedule

This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode on and off automatically at scheduled times.

Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned on manually.


Settings.


3. Tap Turn on as scheduled to enable the Do not disturb feature, and then tap Days, Start

time, and End time to set up a do not disturb schedule.

Allow Exceptions

This option lets you customize what notifications are allowed while your phone is in Do not disturb mode.


Settings.


3. Tap Allow exceptions, and tap ON/OFF to enable the exceptions you want to allow.

App Notifications


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications >

App notifications and choose an app to enable or disable notifications.

LED Indicator

Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications.


Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and notifications > LED indicator to enable this feature.

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Settings

Display

Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout delay, and other 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.


> Display.

2. Under Brightness:

•

Tap Auto to allow the device to adjust brightness automatically.

•

To set a custom brightness level, drag the

Brightness slider.

Note: You can also control Brightness from the

Notification panel. Drag the Status bar down from the top of the screen to find the Brightness option.

Change the Font Style and Size

You can set the font style and size for all text that displays on the screen.


> Display.

2. Tap Font to choose a font style and font size.

•

Drag the slider to adjust the font size.

•

Tap a font style to select a font, or tap

Download fonts to find new fonts from

Galaxy Apps.

3. Tap DONE to set the font size and style.

One-Handed Operation

Change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with one hand.


> Display.

2. Tap One-handed operation and tap to enable options:

•

Reduce screen size: Press the Home key three times in quick succession to reduce the size of the display.

•

One-handed input: Adjust the size and position of the keyboard and other input methods for easier use with one hand.

Set the Screen Timeout

Choose how long the display screen remains lit after you tap the screen or press any key.


> Display.

2. Tap Screen timeout and choose a time period.

Smart Stay

Using the front camera to detect your face, the screen will not time out as long as you are facing the screen.


> Display.

2. Tap Smart stay, and tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.

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Select a Screen Mode

Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing. You can choose to have the device automatically adapt the display depending on the type of image being displayed, and other criteria such as battery level.


> Display.

2. Tap Screen mode and choose a screen mode:

• Tap Adaptive display if you want your device to automatically optimize the display to match the type of image displayed and other criteria, such as battery level.

– or –

Choose a specific type of screen mode based on what your are viewing.

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.


> Display.

2. Tap Daydream > ON/OFF to turn Daydream on.

3. Configure options:

•

Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors.

• Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table.

Tap Settings for options.

•

Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame. Tap Settings for options.

• Photos: Display pictures from your Google account. Tap Settings for options.

4. Tap MORE for additional options:

•

Preview: See a demonstration of Daydream.

•

Select when to daydream: Select when your phone can go into daydream mode.

Settings 96 Display

Settings

S Pen Settings

Configure options and settings for the S Pen.

To configure settings for the S Pen:

► From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > S Pen.

– or –

From Air Command tap SETTINGS.

The following options are available:

•

Air command: Turn the Air command feature on.

• Air view: Turn the Air view feature on.

• Direct pen input: Turn the Direct pen input feature on. This feature allows you to switch from the keyboard to the S Pen when filling in form fields.

• Pointer: Turn the pointer on. The pointer appears on the screen when the tip of the

S Pen is hovering close enough. Holding the pointer over some features can reveal what an item is or what it does.

• S Pen alerts: Tap the checkbox to set your device to sound an alert and show a pop-up if you forget to attach the S Pen and walk away from it with your device.

•

Screen off memo: Create action memos by detaching the S Pen while the screen is off and writing on the screen.

•

S Pen sound: Tap the checkbox to enable sounds when writing with the S Pen.

•

S Pen vibration: Activate vibration feedback when writing with the S Pen.

For more information on using the S Pen, see

S Pen .

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Motions and Gestures

Control certain device actions by picking up the phone or touching the screen with the palm of your hand.


Settings.

2. Tap Motions and gestures.

3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each of the following:

• Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact details are currently on the screen by bringing the device close to your ear.

• Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to notify you about missed calls and messages.

•

Mute: Mute sounds and video by covering the screen or turning over the device.

• Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand left or right across the screen.

Settings 98 Motions and Gestures

Settings

Applications Settings

Manage settings for applications on your phone.

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, you operate such software at your own risk.

Memory Usage

See how memory is being used by Downloaded or

Running applications.


> Applications > Application manager.

2. Swipe across the screen to display

DOWNLOADED, RUNNING, or ALL to display memory usage for that category of applications.

If you have disabled applications, a DISABLED tab also displays.

The graph on the RUNNING tab shows used and free RAM.

Downloaded

Displays apps you have downloaded onto your device.



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 > Sort by size or Sort by name.

•

To reset all of your application preferences, tap MORE > Reset app preferences.

3. 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.

•

DISABLE: Disable apps that cannot be deleted.

• CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from memory.

•

CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s temporary memory storage.

•

CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s customization.

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Running Services

View and control services running on your device.



2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.

All the applications that are currently running on the device display.

3. Tap MORE > Show cached processes to display all the cached processes that are running. Tap

MORE > 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.

Disabled Services

View and configure disabled apps on your device.

Note: This screen only appears if you have disabled an app on the Apps list.



2. Tap DISABLED to view a list of applications you have disabled.

• To switch the order of the DISABLED list, tap

MORE > Sort by size or Sort by date.

•

To reset all of your application preferences, tap MORE > Reset app preferences.

•

To uninstall several apps at once, tap MORE >

Uninstall multiple.

3. 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.

•

ENABLE: This will move the application back to the Apps list.

• CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from memory.

•

CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s temporary memory storage.

• CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s customization.

Note: Options vary by application.

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 smartphone users.


> Applications > Default applications.

2. Tap Home and select a Home screen mode:

•

TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user experience for the first-time smartphone users.

• TouchWiz home: The Home screen that originally displays on your phone.

3. Tap Messages and select a default messaging app.

4. To clear defaults you have set up, tap CLEAR.

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Application Settings

Shortcuts to the settings for various apps are available in one convenient location.


> Applications.

2. Tap one of the following to display the settings for the selected app:

•

Calendar

•

Camera

• Contacts

•

Email

•

Internet

•

Messages

•

Music

• Phone

•

S Voice

•

Weather

Settings 101 Applications Settings

Wallpaper

Change the look of the Home and lock screens with wallpaper.

You can display a favorite picture or choose from preloaded wallpapers.


> Wallpaper.

2. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and

lock screen.

3. Tap a image to preview it, and then tap SET AS

WALLPAPER.

•

Tap ON/OFF by Wallpaper motion effect to allow the wallpaper to shift slightly as you move the device.

• Tap From Gallery for additional wallpapers.

•

Tap Live weather to add high quality images based on the time, location and weather.

(Lock screen only.)

Settings 102 Wallpaper

Themes

Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock screens, wallpapers, and app icons.

Apply Themes


> Themes.

•

Tap a theme to view a preview of various screens.

•

Tap THEME STORE to download additional themes from the Theme Store with your

Samsung account.

•

Tap HELP for help using this feature.

2. Tap APPLY to apply the selected theme.

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Settings

Lock Screen and Security

Secure your device and protect your data with Lock Screen and

Security settings.

Set a Screen Lock


Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock

type 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.

•

Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition to unlock the screen. This option provides medium to high security.

• None: Never use a Lock screen.

3. If choosing a secured lock screen option, select your notification settings:

•

Show content

•

Hide content

•

Do not show notifications

4. Choose a screen lock option:

•

Show information: Show the dual clock, or information such as the weather information, on the lock screen.

• Notifications: Show notifications on the Lock screen.

•

Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when unlocking the screen. (This option is available with Swipe only.)

• Secure lock settings: Set your secure lock functions such as Secured lock time, and

Smart lock.

Note: Options vary based on the screen lock type.

Fingerprints

Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps.

You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account.

Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor confusing even small areas of two different fingerprints is very low. But in rare cases, the sensor may recognize a fingerprint that is similar to a registered fingerprint.

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Register a Fingerprint

You can register up to 3 fingerprints. A password will also be set up as an alternative to your fingerprint.


Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Fingerprints.

•

To add a fingerprint, tap Add fingerprint and follow the instructions to register a fingerprint and password.

•

To rename a fingerprint, touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap RENAME.

•

To delete a fingerprint, touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap REMOVE.

Change Backup Password

You can change the backup password for your fingerprint.


Settings.


3. Tap Change backup password and enter a new password.

Fingerprint Verification

Fingerprint verification can be used for other accounts accessed from your phone.


Settings.


• Web sign-in: Access your online accounts using your fingerprint.

•

Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity using your fingerprint when logging in to your

Samsung account.

Device Security

Configure security for your phone.


Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security >

Device security.

3. Tap Install My KNOX to activate KNOX active protection on your phone.

Find My Mobile

Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be deleted remotely.

► To access your device remotely, visit findmymobile.samsung.com

.

Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile.


Settings.


Find My Mobile.

3. Enter your Samsung account password, or if you are not logged in to your Samsung account, tap

Add account and follow the prompts.


•

Remote controls: Tap to activate or deactivate

Remote controls, which allows you to access your device remotely.

• Google location service: Tap to activate or deactivate Google location service. This service must be on in order to find your phone.

•

SIM change alert: Prevent unauthorized changes to your SIM card by being alerted whenever an app or service attempts to change data on your SIM card.

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Unknown Sources

Enable installation of non-Google Play applications.


Settings.


Unknown sources to enable this option.

Warning: Enabling installation of third-party applications can cause your device and personal data to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.

Other Security Settings

Encrypt Your Data

Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device each time you power it on.


Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security

settings > Encrypt device and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your device.

SIM Card Lock

Require both your SIM card PIN and your ordinary screen lock type when unlocking the device.


Settings.


settings > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts.

3. Tap Lock SIM card to turn the feature on.

4. Tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN.

View Passwords

Display password characters briefly as you type them.


Settings.


settings > Make passwords visible to turn the feature on.

Security Update Service

Automatically receive security updates.


Settings.


settings for the following Security update service 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.

Device Administration

Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.


Settings.


Settings > Device administrators.

3. Tap Android Device Manager to allow it to lock or erase a lost device.


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.


Settings.


settings for the following Credential storage options:

• Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents.

•

View security certificates: 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.

Advanced Security Settings

Use these options to configure advanced security settings.


Settings.


settings for the following advanced options:

•

Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected.

• Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, preventing access to other features of you phone.

•

Usage data access: View the applications that can access your device’s usage history.

• Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your phone.

Note: To view Trust agents, set up a screen lock

(pin, password, pattern, or fingerprint). For more

information, see Set a Screen Lock.


Settings

Privacy and Safety

Choose from various modes designed to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device, or to aid you in an emergency.

Location

Some apps, such as Google maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality.

Locating Method


> Privacy and safety > Location.

2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.

3. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined:

•

GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks: Use GPS,

Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.

• Wi-Fi and mobile networks: 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.




3. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app’s settings.

Location Services

Google uses Location History 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.




3. Tap Google Location History and sign in to your

Google Account for more options.

Private Mode

Hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your device. Private mode is only available for certain applications.

Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint) is required to use Private mode.


Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and safety > Private mode.

3. Tap ON/OFF to enable Private mode.

4. Follow the prompts to learn about and set up

Private mode.

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Report Diagnostic Info

This feature sends diagnostic information about your phone when you are having technical problems.


Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and safety, and then tap Report

diagnostic info to either enable or disable this feature.

Send SOS Messages

Send a quick alert to your primary contacts when you are in an emergency situation.


Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and safety > Send SOS messages.

3. Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on and configure the following options:

•

Send messages to: Add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from

Contacts.

•

Attach audio recording: Send a short audio message to your emergency contacts.

To send a help message:

► Press the Power key quickly three times.

Settings 109 Privacy and Safety

Easy Mode

Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience.

To enable Easy Mode:


> Easy mode.

2. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature. When

Easy mode is enabled, you can scroll down the page and select which apps you want to appear on the Home screens.

3. Tap the apps you want to add or remove.

4. When finished, tap DONE.

To disable Easy Mode:


> Easy mode.

2. Tap Standard mode to exit Easy mode.

3. When finished, tap DONE.

Settings 110 Easy Mode

Accessibility

Accessibility services are special features that make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities.

Note: You can download additional accessibility applications from the Google Play store.


Settings.

2. Tap Accessibility for options:

Vision

•

Voice Assistant: Give spoken feedback aloud to help blind and low-vision users.

-

Voice Assistant 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.

-

You can turn on Voice Assistant from any screen by pressing the Home key quickly three times (triple-press).

•

Voice Assistant help: Tap for help on using

Voice Assistant.

• Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all times for privacy.

•

Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter selection instead of double tapping.

•

Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud as you enter your passwords.

• Voice Label: Write voice recordings to

NFC tags to provide information about nearby objects.

•

Font size: Set the font size.

• Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.

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• Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on the screen.

•

Grayscale: Change all colors to gray.

•

Negative colors: Reverse the display of 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.

• Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable accessibility features in two quick steps. Tap

ON/OFF to turn the feature on.

•

Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred

TTS engine and options. For more information,

see Text-To-Speech Options .

Hearing

•

Sound detectors: Give an alert when baby crying or the doorbell is detected.

• Flash notification: Set your camera light to blink whenever you receive a notification.

•

Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all notifications and audio.

•

Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids.

• Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available

Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.

•

Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles with multimedia files when available. Tap

Google subtitles (CC) for options.

•

Left/right 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.

Accessibility

Settings

• Auto haptic: The device will vibrate in time to the sound when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. It will also vibrate when buttons are tapped in supported apps.

This may consume battery power, and not all applications will support this feature.

Dexterity and interaction

•

Universal switch: Control your phone with your customized switches.

• Assistant menu: Improve the device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.

•

Gesture wake up: Wake up your device by waving your hand over the sensor.

•

Press and hold delay: Select a time interval for this action.

• 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.

More settings

•

Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in a series of four to eight directions.

•

Direct access: Open your accessibility settings by pressing the Home key three times in quick succession.

•

Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to remind you of any unread notifications.

•

Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts for answering and ending calls.

• Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms and calendar events.

•

Manage accessibility: Export your accessibility settings and share them with another device.

Services

Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store. Certain accessibility services you install may be configured here.

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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


Settings.

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


Settings.

2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].

3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that account.

4. Tap individual data items to sync.

5. Tap MORE > Sync all or Sync now to synchronize the account.

Note: Sync options and the location of the sync command differ depending on the account type.

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.


Settings.


3. Tap an account to configure that account’s sync settings.

4. Tap other available options for the account.

Delete an Account


Settings.


3. Tap the account and then tap MORE >

Remove account.

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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 your Samsung account or Google servers.


Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset for options:

Samsung Account

•

Back up my data: Enable back up of your phone log, messages and more through your

Samsung account.

•

Restore: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data.

Google Account

• Backup account: Select a Google Account to be used as your backup account.

•

Back up my data: Enable back up of application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.

• 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.

Caution: If you reset your device to factory settings with the FRP (Factory Reset Protocol) feature turned on, you must enter the user name and password for the last registered Google Account to regain access to the device. You will not be able to access the device without the correct credentials. This Google

Account verification prevents unauthorized users from accessing or using your device if it has been reset to factory settings without your permission (for example, if your device is lost or stolen). You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to

Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.


Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.

3. Tap RESET DEVICE and follow the prompts to perform the reset.

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.

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Collect Diagnostics

Collect diagnostics data for troubleshooting.


Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset > Collect diagnostics.

3. Tap Diagnostics and read the information.

Choose to enable the feature by checking

Allow Diagnostics.

Tap More info to display additional information or tap Next to display the Connection Assistant screen.

4. Tap Connection Assistant and read the information. Tap Accept or Decline.

5. Tap Special Offers and read the information. Tap

Accept or Decline.

Settings 115 Backup and Reset

Settings

Language and Input Settings

Configure your device’s language and input settings.

Set Your Default Language


Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Language.

3. Select a language from the list.

Select Your Default Keyboard or Input Method


Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Default keyboard.

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.


Settings.

2. Tap Language and input.

3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options:

•

English(US): Set the keyboard type: Qwerty keyboard or 3x4 keyboard.

• Add 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.

Google Voice Typing Settings

Speak rather than type your text entries using

Google voice typing.


Settings.


3. Tap Google voice typing for options:

•

Language: Select languages for Google voice typing.

• “Ok Google” detection: Tap to launch a

Google search whenever you say “Ok Google”.

•

Hands-free: Allow requests with the device locked.

• Speech output: Select options for spoken feedback.

•

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 (####).

• Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a

Bluetooth headset (not included), if one is connected.

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Handwriting Recognition

Language

Handwriting can be recognized in S Note and

Action Memo. Use this option to select a language that will be used by the device to recognize your handwriting.


Settings.


3. Under Handwriting recognition, tap Language.

•

Tap MORE LANGUAGES to select a new language.

Voice Input

Use Google voice recognition to perform Google searches using spoken commands.

To perform a voice search, tap Search in the

Google search bar or widget. Or say “Ok Google” to launch a Google search (if the hotword detection option is enabled).


Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Voice input for options.

•

Tap Enhanced Google services for full voice interaction or Basic Google recognition for simple voice recognition.

• Tap Settings next to the selected option to configure its options.

Text-To-Speech Options

Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility features, such as Voice Assistant. For more information, see

Accessibility .


Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech

options for options:

• Tap Settings next to the Samsung or

Google text-to speech engine for options.

•

Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.

• Default language status: Display the default language in use.

Mouse/Trackpad Settings

Configure settings for using an optional mouse or trackpad (not included).


Settings.

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.

Settings 117 Language and Input Settings

Battery

View how battery power is used for device activities.


Settings.

2. Tap Battery for options:

• BATTERY USAGE: View battery usage since the battery was last fully charged.

-

Tap REFRESH to update the listing.

-

Tap an item to view details.

•

Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on, and customize options.

• Ultra power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.

•

DETAIL: View details on apps which have an abnormal amount of battery usage.

• Show power on status bar: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.

Settings 118 Battery

Settings

Storage

View the device memory and usage.

Device Memory

View and manage the memory used by the device.


Settings.

2. Tap Storage.

•

The Device memory displays Total space, which is the total space/free space in your phone’s memory.

•

The amounts of memory used are further divided into:

-

Available space: The amount of storage space currently available.

-

System memory: The minimum amount of storage space required to run the system.

Used space: The amount of storage space currently being used.

-

Cached data: The amount of data currently cached.

Miscellaneous files: The amount of memory used to store miscellaneous files.

To increase available memory:

1. Tap Cached data to clear cached data for all apps. Tap DELETE to confirm.

2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary files individually, or tap SELECT ALL, and then tap DELETE.

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Settings

Date and Time

By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network.

When you are outside network coverage, you may want to set date and time information manually using the date and time settings.


Settings.

2. Tap Date and time.


• Automatic date and time: When enabled, the device takes date and time updates from the wireless network.

•

Automatic time zone: When enabled, the device takes the time zone from the wireless network.

•

Set date: Enter the current date (only available when Automatic date and time is disabled).

•

Set time: Enter the current time (only available when the Automatic setting is disabled).

• Select time zone: Choose your local time zone (only available when the Automatic setting is disabled).

•

Use 24-hour format: Set the format for time displays.

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Help

View tips and guidelines for using your device.


Settings.

2. Tap Help for information about:

•

New features

• Getting started

•

Applications

•

Settings

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About Device

View information about your device, including current status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and more.


Settings.

2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more details:

• Software update: Check for and install available software updates.

•

Status: View the status of the battery, network, and other information about your device.

• Legal information: View legal notices and other 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 Update

Use Software update to update your device’s software.


Settings.

2. Tap About device > Software update.

3. Follow the prompts to check for available software updates to download and install.

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