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Samsung Galaxy Note9 Ug PDF
Samsung Galaxy Note9 Ug PDF
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Always On Display 50 Samsung apps 70
Flexible security 51 Calculator 70
Multi window 57 Calendar 72
Enter text 59 Camera and video 75
Emergency mode 62 Clock 81
Apps 64 Contacts 85
Using apps 65 Email 92
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Samsung Health 124 Play Music 132
Samsung Notes 126 Play Store 132
Samsung Pay 128 YouTube 133
SmartThings 130 Verizon Apps 134
Google apps 131 Caller Name ID 134
Android Pay 131 Cloud 134
Chrome 131 hum 134
Drive 131 My Verizon 134
Duo 131 Security and Privacy 134
Gmail 131 Voicemail 134
Google 131 Message+ 135
Google Pay 132 Settings 138
Maps 132 Access Settings 139
Photos 132 Search for Settings 139
Play Movies & TV 132 Connections 140
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Wi-Fi 140 Ethernet 157
Bluetooth 143 Sounds and vibration 157
Phone visibility 145 Sound mode 157
Data usage 145 Vibrations 158
Airplane mode 147 Volume 159
NFC and payment 147 Ringtone 160
Mobile hotspot 148 Notification sounds 160
Tethering 151 Do not disturb 160
Mobile networks 151 System sounds 161
Location 152 Key-tap feedback 161
Nearby device scanning 153 Sound quality and effects 162
Connect to a printer 154 Separate app sound 162
MirrorLink 154 Notifications 163
Download booster 155 Manage notifications 163
Virtual Private Networks 155 Smart alert 163
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Display 164 Memory 171
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Install unknown apps 183 Google settings 192
Samsung Pass 184 Accessibility 193
Secure Folder 184 Vision 193
App permission monitor 185 Hearing 195
Secure startup 185 Dexterity and interaction 195
Encrypt SD card 185 More accessibility settings 196
Set up SIM card lock 186 Accessibility services 197
View passwords 186 Other settings 197
Security update service 187 Help 197
Device administration 187 Manage game features 198
Credential storage 188 Phone assistance app 198
Advanced security settings 188 Dual messenger 199
Accounts 189 About phone 199
Add an account 190 Getting help 200
Backup and restore 191 Videos 200
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Smart Simulator 200
Tips 200
Legal 201
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Special features
Meet Bixby Camera
Bixby responds to your voice commands and The camera on your device has several
can help you understand your settings and unique features, such as:
set up your Samsung device. See Bixby on
l Dual optical zoom
page 48.
l Live focus
S Pen l AR emoji
™
The S Pen is a stylus designed for special l Super slow mo
functions with Samsung Galaxy devices. It l Detect closed eyes, image blur, and lens
uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to work as smudges
a remote.
See Camera and video on page 75.
See S Pen functions on page 32.
Flexible security
Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock
your device. See Flexible security on page 51.
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Stereo Speakers
Your device uses Dolby Atmos and stereo
speakers to deliver quality sound while
watching videos or listening to music.
Special features 2
Getting started
Front and back views 4
Assemble your device 5
Start using your device 10
Front and back views
Proximity/Light
Speaker
sensor
SIM/microSD card tray
Iris recognition LED Front camera
Heart rate sensor
LED indicator Iris scanner
Flash
Dual camera
Volume
Fingerprint scanner
Power
Bixby
Headset jack
Speaker
USB charger/
S Pen Mic
Accessory port
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Getting started 4
Assemble your device
Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly
procedures, and how to get started using your new device.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started 5
Install a SIM card and Charge the battery
memory card Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
A charger (charging head and USB Type-C cable) is
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
included with the device for charging the battery
provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use
from any standard outlet.
your previous SIM card. Contact your service provider
for more details. Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port
before inserting a power connector to charge your
Warning: Small components such as SIM cards and
device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your
memory cards can pose a choking risk. Please be
device may operate abnormally. For example, it may
careful when handling these cards to avoid
charge more slowly or overheat.
damaging them.
™ The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
You can install an optional microSD memory card
device while charging.
(not included) to add more memory space to your
device. A memory card can be installed at any time. Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries (if
It is not necessary to install it prior to using the applicable) that are approved by Samsung. Samsung
device. charging devices and batteries are designed for your
device to maximize battery life. Using other charging
devices and batteries may void your warranty and
may cause damage.
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1. Insert the USB Type-C cable into the
USB charger/Accessory port.
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S Pen
The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing
various functions. For more information, see S Pen
functions on page 32.
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Getting started 8
Remove the S Pen Replace the S Pen tip
The S Pen stores inside your device for convenient You can replace the tip of the S Pen with the
access. included kit.
1. Push the S Pen inward and release it. 1. Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip.
2. Slide the S Pen out the rest of the way using the
notch on the end of the S Pen.
2. Insert the new pen tip and press until it clicks in
place.
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Start using your device Use the Setup Wizard
The instructions below explain how to turn your The first time you turn your device on, the Setup
device on or off. Wizard guides you through the basics of setting up
your device.
To turn the device on:
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
u Press and hold the Power key until the device ®
connect to a Wi-Fi network, set up accounts, choose
turns on.
location services, learn about your device’s features,
To turn the device off: and more.
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Lock or unlock your device Add a Google account
™
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your Your new device uses your Google account to fully
™
device. By default, the device locks automatically utilize its Android features.
when the screen times out.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts.
To lock the device:
2. Tap Add account > Google.
u Press the Power key.
Note: When you sign in to a Google account, Factory
To unlock the device: Reset Protection (FRP) is activated. FRP requires
u Press the Power key, or double-tap or touch and your Google account information when resetting to
press Home, and then drag your finger across factory settings. For more information, see Factory
the screen. reset protection on page 178.
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Add a Samsung account Transfer data from your
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung old device
content and apps on your device. ™
Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and
1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts. other content from your old device. You can also use
the included On-the-Go adapter to transfer content
2. Tap Add account > Samsung account.
quickly and easily from your old device without
Note: To quickly access your Samsung account, installing the Smart Switch app.
tap Settings > Samsung account. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/
owners/app/smart-switch.
Add an email account
View and manage all of your email accounts.
Getting started 12
To use Smart Switch:
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Set up your voicemail
You can access your voicemail from a Home screen.
Getting started 14
Navigation
Tap Touch and hold Swipe Drag and drop Pinch and spread
Lightly tap items to Touch and hold a Lightly drag your Touch and hold an Pinch the screen to
select or launch field to display a finger vertically or item, and then move zoom out, or spread
them. Double-tap an pop-up menu of horizontally across it to a new location. your fingers to zoom
image to zoom in or options. the screen. in while viewing
out. pictures.
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Navigation Touch and hold
Please note that a touchscreen responds best to a Touch and hold items to activate them.
light touch from the pad of your finger or a
l Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic
of options.
object on the touchscreen may damage the
tempered glass surface and void the warranty. Swipe
Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally
Tap
across the screen.
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
l Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
l Tap the keyboard to enter characters or text.
l Swipe the screen to scroll through the
l Tap an item to select it.
Home screens or menu options.
l Tap an app shortcut to launch the app.
Double-tap
Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them.
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Drag Common options
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new The device uses basic command options to perform
location. common actions.
l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. l More options: Tap to view more menu options
Pinch and spread l Share: Tap to select items to share, and then
Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or choose a sharing method.
spread by moving your fingers apart. l Edit: Tap to customize the screen.
l Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a l On/Off: Tap to turn the option on ( ) or off ( ).
picture or a web page.
l Menu: Tap to view available options for
l Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in
the field.
while viewing a picture or a web page.
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Touch sensitivity Navigation bar
Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use The Navigation bar, at the bottom of the screen,
with screen protectors. displays the navigation keys.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features.
Navigation keys
2. Tap Touch sensitivity to enable.
Hide/Show
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Full screen mode Navigation bar settings
The navigation keys are hidden in full screen mode. You can configure the Navigation bar background
color and button layout.
To enter or exit full screen mode:
u Double-tap the Hide/Show icon to the left of the u From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar
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Home screen
Status bar
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Getting started 20
Customize your • To change the order of screens, touch and
hold a screen, and then drag it to a new
Home screen position.
Your device has multiple Home screens to hold app
shortcuts and widgets. You can add, remove, change • To add a screen, swipe to the end of the
the order of screens, as well as choose a different screens, and then tap Add.
main Home screen. • To enable Bixby Home, swipe right, and then
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. tap On/Off.
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App shortcuts To move a shortcut from one Home screen to
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any another:
Home screen.
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to release it.
1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut to
2. Drag the app shortcut to a new Home screen, and
open the options menu.
then release it.
2. Tap Add to Home.
Use folders
To remove a shortcut:
You can organize App shortcuts in folders on an
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to open the Apps list screen and Home screen.
options menu.
For more information, see Create and use folders on
2. Tap Remove from Home. page 67.
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Wallpapers Themes
Change the look of the Home and Lock screens with Set the theme to be applied to your Home and Lock
wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or screens, wallpapers, and app icons.
choose from preloaded wallpapers.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Themes to customize.
2. Tap Wallpapers to customize.
• Tap a theme to preview and download it to
3. Tap View all to see all available wallpapers. My themes.
4. Tap an image to choose it. 3. Tap View all to see downloaded themes.
• Infinity wallpapers are applied to all screens. 4. Tap a theme, and then tap Apply to apply the
Other wallpapers prompt you to select which selected theme.
screen you want to use it for.
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Icons Icon frames
Apply custom icons to replace built-in app icons. You can show icons with shaded frames to make
them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers > Icons to customize.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Icon frames and
3. Tap an icon set to preview and download it to
choose one of the following options:
My icons.
• Icons only: Show icons only.
• Tap View all to see downloaded icons.
• Icons with frames: Show frames around icons.
4. Tap an icon, and then tap Apply to apply the
selected icon set. 2. Tap Done, and confirm when prompted.
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Widgets Home screen settings
Widgets are simple application extensions that run Customize your Home and Apps screens.
on a Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
To add a widget to a Home screen:
2. Tap Home screen settings to customize:
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen. • Home screen layout: Set your device to have a
2. Tap Widgets. Home and Apps screen, or only a Home screen
where all apps are located.
3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a
Home screen, and release it. • Home screen grid: Choose a dimension option
to determine how icons are arranged on the
To remove a widget from a Home screen:
Home screen.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
• Apps screen grid: Choose a dimension option
open the options menu.
to determine how icons are arranged on the
2. Tap Remove from Home screen. Apps screen.
• Apps button: Add an apps button to the Home
screen for easy access to the Apps screen.
• App icon badges: Select how to show icon
badges when apps receive notifications.
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• Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add Easy mode
newly downloaded apps to the Home screen. Switch between the default screen layout and a
• Quick-open notification panel: Enable this simpler layout. The Easy mode layout has larger text
feature to open the Notification panel from and icons, making for a more straightforward visual
the Home screen by swiping down. experience.
• Portrait mode only: Prevent the Home screen 1. From Settings, tap Display > Easy mode.
from rotating to Landscape mode. 2. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature.
• Hide apps: Select apps to hide. 3. Tap Done to confirm.
• About Home screen: View version information.
To disable Easy mode:
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Status bar
The Status bar provides device information on the
right side and notification alerts on the left.
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Status bar display
Configure display options for the Status bar.
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Notification panel
Settings
Quick
View all settings
Notification
cards
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View the Notification panel You can also open or close the Notification panel by
You can access the Notification panel from any swiping up or down on the fingerprint sensor.
screen.
To enable this feature:
1. Drag the Status bar down to display the
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features >
Notification panel.
Finger sensor gestures.
2. Swipe down the list to see notification details.
2. Tap On/Off to enable this feature.
• To open an item, tap it.
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Quick settings
The Notification panel also provides quick access to
device functions, allowing you to quickly turn them
on or off.
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S Pen functions Single press Double press
The S Pen provides a variety of helpful functions. Use
your S Pen to launch apps, take notes, or draw a Camera Take picture Switch camera
picture.
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The S Pen can also perform the following functions: Configure remote functions
Customize the remove functions of your S Pen.
l Camera
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Air view Direct pen input
Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content When entering text, you can open a Handwriting
or view information about an item on the screen. The window that allows you to write with the S Pen.
following Air view features are available:
To use the Handwriting window:
l Preview an email message before opening it.
1. Hover the S Pen over a text field until
l Preview the contents of a photo album or enlarge Handwriting is displayed.
a picture.
2. Tap Handwriting. The Handwriting window is
l Preview a video and navigate to a specific scene displayed.
by hovering over the timeline.
3. Use the space provided in the window to write an
l View the name or description of an icon or a entry by hand using the S Pen. While writing, your
button. entries are converted into text.
Note: The preview function is only available when • To edit the converted text, use the Space,
the S Pen’s on-screen pointer is a solid color. Delete, and Enter icons.
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Configure S Pen settings l Pointer: Turn the pointer on or off. The pointer
appears on the screen when the tip of the
To configure S Pen settings:
S Pen is near the screen, showing available
u From Settings, tap Advanced features > S Pen actions.
to configure the following settings:
Air Command
l S Pen remote: Configure remote control of
l Shortcuts: Configure the Air command menu
apps with the S Pen button.
with S Pen features, apps, and functions.
l Unlock with S Pen remote: Use the S Pen
l Floating icon: Show an Air command icon that
button to unlock the device. A secure screen
you can move around the screen.
lock must be set to use this feature.
Removal
l Screen off memo: Create Screen off memos by
detaching the S Pen while the screen is turned l When S Pen is removed: Choose what happens
off and then writing on the screen. Screen off when you detach the S Pen. Choose Open Air
memos are saved in Samsung Notes. command, Create note, or Do nothing.
l Air view: Turn Air view on or off. Select l Alarm: Set your device to sound an alarm and
options for Air view and customize. show a pop-up when you walk away without
reinserting the S Pen and the screen is off.
l Direct pen input: Turn the Direct pen input
feature on or off.
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l Power saver: Save battery power by turning Air command
off detection of the S Pen while it is attached.
To launch the Air command menu:
Feedback
1. Tap Air command.
l Sound: Set your device to make sounds when
– or –
the S Pen is attached and detached, and when
writing on the screen. Hold the S Pen near the screen so that the
pointer appears, and then press the S Pen button
l Vibration: Activate vibration feedback when
once.
the S Pen is attached and detached.
2. Tap an option:
General
• Create note: Launch a new note in the
l Learn about S Pen features: Find out how to
Samsung Notes app.
use S Pen features.
• View all notes: Launch the Samsung Notes
l About S Pen: View version information for the
S Pen features. app and view a listing of the notes you have
created.
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• Live message: Create a short animated Create note
message by drawing or writing with the S Pen. Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes
app. For more information, see Samsung Notes on
• Translate: Hover the S Pen over a word to
page 126.
see it translated into another language and
listen to its pronunciation. u Tap Air command > Create note.
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Smart select • Draw: Draw on the captured content.
The Smart select feature provides a capture tool to
• Share: Choose a sharing method to share your
collect content on a screen. You can then add it to
content.
your Gallery app or share it with your contacts.
• Set as: Set the selected content as the Always
To launch the Smart select tool:
On Display background.
1. Tap Air command > Smart select.
3. Tap Save.
2. Tap a shape at the top of the screen, and then
drag the S Pen to select content. The following Screen write
options appear: Screen write allows you to capture screenshots and
write or draw on them.
• Auto select: Allow Smart select to
automatically select content to extract. To use Screen Write:
• Extract text: Identify and extract text from the 1. Tap Air command > Screen write.
selected content.
2. The current screen is captured, and a pen tool
• Pin to screen: Place a shortcut to the collected appears. The following editing tools are
content on a Home screen. provided:
• Bixby Vision: Use Bixby Vision on the captured • Pen: Draw on the screenshot. Press the Pen
content. icon a second time to change the pen tip, size,
and color, and to save presets.
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• Eraser: Erase the writing or drawings on the Live message
screenshot. Tap the Eraser icon a second time Record an animated drawing or written message.
for additional options, including Erase all. To launch the Live message tool:
• Undo: Reverse the last action. 1. Tap Air command > Live message.
• Redo: Repeat the last action that was undone. l Draw an image or write a message, which is
• Scroll capture: Capture any scrollable areas of recorded to create an animation.
the screen that may be hidden. l Tap Format and select a file format for saving
• Crop: Crop the captured content. the animation.
• Share: Choose a sharing method to share your 2. Tap Done to save.
content.
Translate
3. Tap Save. The content is saved to the
Hover over words with the S Pen to translate them
Gallery app.
and listen to their pronunciation. To access
Translate:
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3. Hover the S Pen over a word. Add shortcuts
You can customize the Air command menu by adding
• Tap Sound to hear the word pronounced in
shortcuts to apps and functions.
the source language.
To use Add shortcuts:
4. Tap Close to close Translate.
1. Tap Air command > Add shortcuts.
PENUP
2. Tap the apps or functions you would like to add
Use the S Pen to draw, color, edit, and share live to the Air command menu.
drawings.
• To remove an app shortcut, tap Remove.
u Tap Air command > PENUP.
3. Tap Back to save your selection.
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1. From the Notification panel, tap S Pen remote to Reset S Pen
disable it. If the S Pen has connection problems, use the reset
function to reset the connection.
2. Insert the new S Pen into the S Pen slot.
1. Insert the S Pen in the S Pen slot.
3. From the Notification panel, tap S Pen remote to
enable the feature. 2. From Settings, tap Advanced features >
• In the Status bar, the S Pen icon flashes while 3. Tap More options > Reset S Pen.
the S Pen is being paired with your device.
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Edge screen 2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. The following
The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for options are available:
notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping. • Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel.
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– Move from any screen: Touch and hold the Apps edge
Edge panel handle to change its position You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the
from any screen. Apps edge panel.
– Size: Drag the slider to adjust the size of 1. From any screen, drag the Edge panel handle to
the Edge panel handle. the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps
edge panel is displayed.
– Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the
transparency of the Edge panel handle. 2. Tap an app or app pair to open it.
• More options > Download: Search for and To configure Apps edge:
download more Edge panels from Galaxy 1. From any screen, drag the Edge panel handle
Apps. to the center of the screen. Swipe until the
3. Tap Back to save changes. Apps edge panel is displayed.
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• To create a folder shortcut, drag an app from People edge
the left side of the screen on top of an app in People edge allows you to quickly communicate with
the columns on the right. contacts in your My people list.
• To change the order of the apps on the Edge 1. From any screen, drag the Edge panel handle to
panel, drag each app to the desired location. the center of the screen. Swipe until the People
edge panel is displayed.
• To remove an app, tap Remove.
2. Tap a contact, and tap Call or Message.
3. Tap Back to save changes.
To configure People edge:
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Edge lighting Edge lighting advanced settings
Set the Edge screen to light up when you receive Customize the color, width, and transparency of the
calls or notifications while the device is turned over. Edge lighting feature.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Edge screen > 1. From Settings, tap Display > Edge screen >
Edge lighting. Edge lighting.
2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. 2. Tap Edge lighting style to customize:
• When screen is on: Show Edge lighting only • Color: Choose a preset or custom color, and
when the screen is on. enable app colors.
• When screen is off: Show Edge lighting only • Transparency: Drag the Transparency slider to
when the screen is off. adjust the transparency of the Edge lighting.
• Always: Show Edge lighting at all times. • Width: Drag the Width slider to adjust the
width of the Edge lighting.
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Manage Edge lighting notifications Quick reply
Choose which notifications will light up the Reject an incoming phone call with a text message
Edge screen. by placing your finger on the heart rate sensor for
two seconds. The call is rejected, and a preset
1. From Settings, tap Display > Edge screen >
message is sent to the caller.
Edge lighting.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Edge screen.
2. Tap Manage notifications to choose the apps
that can activate Edge lighting when a 2. Tap Edge lighting > More options > Quick reply.
notification is received.
l To edit the text reply, tap the default
message.
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About Edge screen
You can view the current software version and
license information for the Edge screen feature.
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Bixby Bixby Vision
Bixby is a virtual assistant that learns, evolves, and Bixby is integrated with your Camera, Gallery, and
adapts to you. It learns your routines, helps you set Internet apps to give you a deeper understanding of
up reminders based on time and location, and is built what you see. It provides contextual icons for
in to your favorite apps. For more information, visit translation, QR code detection, landmark recognition,
samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/Bixby. or shopping.
– or –
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Gallery Internet
Bixby Vision can be used on pictures and images Bixby Vision can help you find out more about an
saved in the Gallery app. image you find in the Internet app.
1. From Apps, tap Gallery, and then tap a picture 1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Internet.
to view it.
2. Touch and hold an image until a pop-up menu is
2. Tap Bixby Vision and follow the prompts. displayed.
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Always On Display • About Always On Display: View the current
View missed calls and message alerts, check the software version and license information.
time and date, and view other customized Some display settings can appear on both the
information without unlocking your device. Lock screen and Always On Display (AOD). For more
1. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Always On information, see Clock and information on page 182.
Display.
AOD themes
2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature, and then set Apply custom themes for Always On Display.
the following options:
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
• Content to show: Choose to show Home
2. Tap Wallpapers > AODs to customize.
button and clock, Clock, or Home button.
• Tap an AOD to preview and download it to
• Auto brightness: Automatically adjust the
My Always On Display.
brightness of Always On Display.
3. Tap View all to see downloaded AODs.
• Show always: Enable to show the Always On
Display at all times. 4. Tap an AOD, and then tap Set to apply the
selected AOD.
– Set schedule: If Show always is disabled,
then set a schedule for when to start and
end Always On Display.
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Flexible security Intelligent scan verification
Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your Customize how Intelligent scan works.
device. u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
Intelligent scan for the following options:
Intelligent scan
l Remove face and iris data: Delete stored iris
Use Intelligent scan to improve accuracy and security
and face information.
by combining iris and face recognition.
l Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts
To register a face for identity verification, see
using Intelligent scan verification.
Register a face on the next page.
l Intelligent scan unlock: Unlock your device
To register your irises, see Register irises on page 53.
using both iris and face scanning.
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Face recognition Face recognition
Use face recognition as an alternative to entering Customize how face recognition works.
passwords in certain apps. You can use face
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
recognition to unlock the screen by recognizing
Face recognition for the following options:
your face.
l Remove face data: Delete existing faces.
Register a face l Samsung Pass: Access your online accounts
To use your face to unlock your device, you must set using face recognition.
a pattern, PIN, or password.
l Face unlock: Enable or disable face
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > recognition security.
Face recognition.
l Screen-on face recognition: Unlock your
2. Follow the prompts to register your face. device with face recognition as soon as the
screen turns on.
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Iris scanner Note: To register just one of your eyes, tap the link
Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering on the setup screen to register one iris.
passwords in certain apps. You can also use your
irises to verify your identity when logging in to your Iris verification
Samsung account. Iris verification can be used for other accounts
accessed from your device.
For support, visit samsung.com/us/irisscanner.
Note: The Iris scanner is not intended to be used as a u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
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l Screen-on iris recognition: Unlock your device
with your irises as soon as the screen
turns on.
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Fingerprint scanner Fingerprint management
Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to Add, delete, and rename fingerprints.
entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging
Fingerprint scanner for the following options:
in to your Samsung account.
l To rename a fingerprint, tap the fingerprint,
Register a fingerprint enter a new name, and then tap Rename.
To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you l To add a fingerprint, tap Add fingerprint
must set a pattern, PIN, or password. You can
and follow the prompts to register a
register up to three fingerprints.
fingerprint.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
l To delete a fingerprint, touch and hold the
Fingerprint scanner. fingerprint, and then tap Remove.
2. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.
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Fingerprint verification
Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in
supported apps and actions.
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Multi window
Multitask by using two apps at the same time. Apps
that support Multi window can be displayed together
on a split screen. You can switch between the apps
and adjust the size of their windows.
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Window controls Multi window settings
The Window controls modify the way app windows Additional features are available for Multi window.
are displayed in split screen view.
u From Settings, tap Advanced features >
u Tap the middle of the window border for the Multi window, and then tap On/Off to enable
following options: each of the following options:
l Add app pair on Home screen: Add the l Use Recents button: Touch and hold Recent
open pair of apps as a shortcut to the apps to either put the app into split screen
Home screen. view or dock the open app at the top of the
l Snap window: Choose an area of the screen. While in Multi window view, touch and
hold Recent apps to close the app on the
selected app to snap to the top of the screen.
bottom.
l Switch windows: Swap the two windows.
l Pop-up view action: Swipe down diagonally
l Open in pop-up view: Open the selected from either the right or left top corner of the
app in a pop-up window. screen to put the app into pop-up view.
l Close app: Close the selected app.
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Enter text Toolbar functions
Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice. The toolbar provides additional helpful functions.
u From the Samsung keyboard, tap Expand
Toolbar functions toolbar for the following options:
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Configure the Samsung keyboard l Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to
Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard. original settings and clear personalized data.
u From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for l About Samsung keyboard: View version and
the following options: legal information for the Samsung keyboard.
l Pen detection: Show the handwriting pad 1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input.
when the S Pen is detected.
2. Tap the screen and speak your text.
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Configure Samsung voice input
Set customized options for Samsung voice input.
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Emergency mode Emergency mode features
Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency While in Emergency mode, only the following apps
features and conserve your device’s power during an and features are available on the Home screen:
emergency situation. l Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady
To save battery power, Emergency mode: source of light.
l Restricts application usage to only essential l Emergency alarm: Sound an audible siren.
applications and those you select. l Message my location: Send your location
l Turns off connectivity features and Mobile data information to your emergency contacts.
when the screen is off. l Phone: Launch the call screen.
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l Estimated usage time remaining: Display Turn off Emergency mode
estimated standby time that can be reached When emergency mode is turned off, the device
based on current battery charge and usage. returns to standard mode.
l Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone 1. Press and hold the Power key.
number (for example, 911). This kind of call can be
2. Tap Emergency mode.
made even without activated cellular service.
Note: When Emergency mode is activated, Locating
l More options:
method is set to Battery saving. After Emergency
– Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode is turned off, check your location settings.
mode and return to standard mode. For more information, see Location on page 152.
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Apps
Using apps 65
Samsung apps 70
Google apps 131
Verizon Apps 134
Using apps Add an apps shortcut
The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded In addition to swiping to access apps, you can add an
apps. You can uninstall, disable, or hide apps Apps button to the Home screen.
from view. 1. From Apps, tap More options > Home screen
settings > Apps button.
Access apps 2. Tap Show Apps button > Apply.
Access and launch all apps from the Apps list.
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Search for apps Uninstall or disable apps
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain
Uninstall or disable apps you have download.
setting, you can use the Search feature.
u From Apps, touch and hold an app to open the
1. From Apps, tap Search phone.
options menu.
2. Enter a word or words in the Search phone field.
l To uninstall an app, tap Uninstall.
As you type, apps that match are displayed on
the screen. l To disable an app, tap Disable.
3. Tap an entry to go to that app. Note: Some preloaded apps can only be disabled, not
uninstalled. Apps that are disabled are turned off
l To customize the Finder search settings, tap
and hidden from view.
More options > Settings.
Galaxy Essentials
View and download Samsung apps that are
optimized for use with Galaxy devices.
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Sort apps Create and use folders
App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your Create a folder to organize App shortcuts on an
own custom order. Apps list screen.
u From Apps, tap More options > Sort. 1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and
then drag it on top of another app shortcut until
l Custom order: Arrange apps manually.
it is highlighted.
– To remove empty spaces between apps, tap
2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
More options > Clean up pages.
• Enter folder name: Name the folder.
l Alphabetical order: Sort apps alphabetically.
• Palette: Change the folder color.
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Copy a folder to a Home screen App settings
Create a folder and copy it to a Home screen. Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps.
1. From Apps, touch and hold a folder to open the
1. From Settings, tap Apps.
options menu.
2. Tap Menu to set which apps to view, and then
2. Tap Add to Home.
choose All apps, Enabled, or Disabled.
Delete a folder 3. Tap More options for the following options:
When you delete a folder, the app shortcuts are • Sort by size/name: Sort the apps by size
returned to the Apps list screen. or name.
1. From Apps, touch and hold a folder to delete. • Default apps: Choose or change apps that are
2. Tap Delete folder, and confirm when used by default for certain features, like email
prompted. or browsing the Internet.
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• Special access: Select which apps can have • Notifications: Configure notifications from
special access permissions to features on your the app.
device.
• Permissions: View permissions granted to the
• Reset app preferences: Reset options that app for access to your device’s information.
have been changed. Existing app data is not
• Set as default: Set the app as a default for a
deleted.
certain category of apps.
4. Tap an app to view and update information about
Note: Options vary by app.
the app. The following options may be displayed:
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Samsung apps View calculator history
View and clear your calculator history.
Samsung apps The following apps come pre-installed
or downloaded over-the-air to your device. u From Apps, tap Calculator > History.
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Scientific calculator
The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic
functions.
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Calendar Calendar view
Manage your events and tasks. There are several ways the calendar can be viewed.
1. From Apps, tap Calendar > View, and then tap
Add calendars
an option.
Add existing calendars to the Calendar app.
Go to today’s date
1. From Apps, tap Calendar > More options. Change calendar view
2. Tap Manage calendars > Add account, and More options
select an account type.
Add event/task
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Create an event Create a task
Use your Calendar to create events. Use your Calendar to create tasks. Tasks are items
you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a
1. From Apps, tap Calendar > Add to add an
certain day. A task displays as a checklist item and is
event.
removed once you mark the task as complete.
2. Enter details for the event, and then tap Save.
1. From Apps, tap Calendar > View > Tasks.
Delete an event
Delete events from your Calendar.
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Delete a task Calendar settings
Delete tasks from your Calendar. Use Calendar settings to customize your calendar.
1. From Apps, tap Calendar, and tap a day on 1. From Apps, tap Calendar > More options >
the calendar to view the tasks for the day, or tap Settings.
View > Tasks.
2. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
2. Tap the Checkbox by the task to mark it as
complete and remove it from the calendar.
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Camera and video
Shooting modes
Bixby Vision
Switch cameras
Take a picture
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
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Take pictures Record videos
Take pictures with your device’s front or rear camera. Record high-quality videos using your device.
1. From Apps, tap Camera. 1. From Apps, tap Camera and aim the camera
at your subject.
2. Use the display screen as a viewfinder.
• To focus the shot, tap the screen. When you 2. Tap Record to begin recording a video.
tap the screen, a brightness scale is displayed. • To take a picture while recording, tap
Slide the light bulb to adjust the brightness. Capture.
• To add an effects filter, swipe to the left and • To temporarily stop recording, tap Pause.
tap a preview filter to apply it to the screen.
To continue recording, tap Resume.
• To change the shooting mode, swipe to the
3. Tap Stop when you are finished recording.
right and select a mode.
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Configure shooting mode l Live focus: Take artistic pictures by adjusting
Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for the depth of field.
your pictures or choose from several shooting
l Auto: Allow the camera to determine the ideal
modes.
mode for the picture.
u From Apps, tap Camera, and swipe to the
l Super slow-mo: Record videos at a high frame
right or left to see the available shooting modes. rate for viewing in slow motion. You can play a
To view and reorganize all available shooting specific section of each video in slow motion
modes, touch and hold a shooting mode. after recording it.
Rear camera l AR Emoji: Create an emoji of yourself or add
l Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid animations, frames, and stickers using
colors of food. augmented reality.
l Panorama: Create a linear image by taking l Hyperlapse: Create a time lapse video by
pictures in either a horizontal or vertical recording at various frame rates. The frame
direction. rate is adjusted depending on the scene being
recorded and the movement of the device.
l Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity,
exposure value, white balance, and color tone l Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame
while taking pictures. rate which can be played in slow motion.
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Front camera Camera settings
Use the icons on the main camera screen and the
l Selfie focus: Enhance the focus of a selfie by
settings menu to configure your camera’s settings.
adding blur to the background.
l Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various u From Apps, tap Camera > Settings.
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l Tracking AF: Focus on and track a subject l HDR (rich tone): Enables the light sensitivity
selected on the preview screen. and color depth features of the device to
produce a brighter and richer picture.
l Super slow-mo: Record videos at a high frame
rate for viewing in slow motion. You can play a l Save pictures as previewed: Save
specific section of each video in slow motion self-portraits or self-recordings as viewed on
after recording it. the camera screen, not as flipped images.
– Multi-take: Catch multiple moments in l Show palm: Hold your hand out with your palm
super slow motion while recording a video. facing the camera to have your picture taken
in a few seconds.
– Single-take: Record a single action in super
slow motion. l Face shape correction: Reduce the effects of
camera lens distortion on faces.
Front camera
Common
l Picture size: Select a resolution. Selecting a
higher resolution for higher quality requires l Edit camera modes: Enable, disable, and
more memory. rearrange shooting modes.
l Video size: Select a resolution. Selecting a l Flaw detection: Get notified when someone
higher resolution for higher quality requires blinks or looks blurry in pictures, and if there
more memory. are smudges on the camera lens.
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l Motion photo: Create a short video by taking l Voice control: Take pictures using key words.
pictures.
l Floating Camera button: Add an extra camera
l Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake to button that you can move anywhere on the
keep the focus steady when the camera is screen in Auto and Selfie modes.
moving.
l Hold Camera button to: Choose an action for
l Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help when the Camera button is touched and held.
compose a picture or video.
l Press Volume key to: Use the Volume key to
l Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to take pictures, record video, zoom, or control
the picture. system volume.
l Review pictures: Review pictures after l Shutter sound: Play a tone when taking a
taking them. picture.
l Quick launch: Press the Power key twice in l Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
quick succession to open the camera.
l About Camera: View app and software
l Storage location: Select a memory location. information.
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Clock • Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and
The Clock app offers features for keeping track of repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
time and setting alarms. • Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the
alarm, and drag the slider to set the volume of
u From Apps, tap Clock, and tap a tab to use a
the alarm.
feature.
• Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses
Alarm vibration alert.
Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring • Read time aloud: Read the time aloud when
alarms, and choose options for how to be notified. the alarm rings.
1. From Apps, tap Clock > Add alarm. 3. Tap Save to save the alarm.
2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
Turn off alarm
• Date: Choose the day for this alarm.
At the set alarm time, the phone sounds the alarm
• Time: Set a time for the alarm. and/or vibrates.
• Repeat: Choose when to repeat the alarm. 1. To stop an alarm, tap Dismiss, or swipe Dismiss
• Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm. to the left or right.
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Delete an alarm World clock
You can delete an alarm that you created. The World clock lets you keep track of the current
time in multiple cities around the globe.
1. From Apps, tap Clock, and find the alarm in
the alarm list (under Alarm), and then touch and 1. From Apps, tap Clock > World clock.
hold it to select it.
2. Tap Add city.
2. Tap Delete.
3. Tap Search and enter the name of the city.
4. Tap the city name in the list, and then tap Add.
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Time zone converter Stopwatch
Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a
what the local times would be in the other listed hundredth of a second.
cities.
1. From Apps, tap Clock > Stopwatch.
1. From Apps, tap Clock > World clock.
2. Tap Start to begin timing.
2. Tap Time zone converter.
• To keep track of lap times, tap Lap.
3. Tap Menu to choose a different city. 3. Tap Stop to end timing.
• To add a city to the list, tap Add city. • To continue timing after stopping the clock,
4. Swipe the hours, minutes, and period (AM or PM) tap Resume.
on the clock to set a time. Local times for the • To reset the Stopwatch to zero, tap Reset.
other cities listed are automatically updated.
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Timer
The Timer provides a countdown timer for up to
99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
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Contacts • Enter a name and other contact information.
Store and manage your contacts. You can – Tap Add field to enter additional
synchronize with personal accounts added to your entries.
device. For more information, see Add an account on
– Tap Remove field to remove an entry.
page 190.
Note: The Contacts app and the Contacts tab in the – Tap View more for additional fields.
device app have different options and functions. – Tap the label to the right of an entry to
choose a label for the field (for example,
Add a contact Home or Work).
Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
2. Tap Save.
1. From Apps, tap Contacts > Create contact,
and then tap contact fields to enter information.
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Edit a contact Share a contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and Share a contact by using various sharing methods.
change or delete information, or you can add more
1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap a
fields to the contact’s list of information.
contact.
1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap a
2. Tap Details > Share.
contact.
3. Tap either vCard file (VCF) or Text.
2. Tap Details > Edit.
4. Choose a sharing method and follow the
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete
prompts.
information.
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Import contacts Link or unlink contacts
Your device can import contacts from an installed Consolidate contact information from multiple
memory card (not included). sources into one contact by linking entries into a
single contact.
1. From Apps, tap Contacts > More options >
Manage contacts. 1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap the
contact to select it.
2. Tap Import/Export contacts.
3. Tap Import and follow the prompts. 2. Tap Details > More options > Link contacts.
1. From Apps, tap Contacts > More options > 1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap the
Manage contacts. contact to select it.
2. Tap Import/Export contacts. 2. Tap Details > More options > Manage linked
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Favorites Delete contacts
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are easily Delete a single contact or multiple contacts.
accessible from other apps.
1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then touch and
1. From Apps, tap Contacts, and then tap a hold a contact to select it.
contact.
• You can also tap other contacts to select them
2. Tap Details. for deletion.
3. Tap Add to Favorites to mark the contact as a 2. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
favorite. The star brightens .
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Groups Add or remove group contacts
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts.
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Send an email to a group Delete a group
Send an email to members of a group. Delete a group you have created.
1. From Apps, tap Contacts > Groups, and then 1. From Apps, tap Contacts > Groups, and then
tap a group. tap a group.
2. Tap More options > Send email. 2. Tap More options > Delete.
3. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All • To only delete the group, tap Group only.
checkbox at the top of the screen to select all,
• To delete the group and the contacts in the
and then tap Done.
group, tap Group and members.
• Only group members that have an email
address in their records are displayed. Contacts settings
These settings allow you to modify settings
4. Choose an email account and follow the prompts.
associated with using the Contacts app.
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Direct share
Share content directly with your contacts from within
any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are
displayed in the Share window.
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Email • If adding a recipient from your Contacts, tap
View and manage all of your email accounts in one the contact to place a checkmark, and then
app. To add an email account, see Add an email tap Done. The contact is displayed in the
account on page 12. recipients field.
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Manage the inbox View multiple email accounts
There are several tools available from the Inbox You can view email you receive for multiple accounts,
screen. or you can view email accounts individually.
l Tap a message to read and reply or forward it. 2. Tap Mailbox at the top left of the screen to
l Tap Search to search for key words in your choose a different view:
email inbox. • [Account name]: View email for only one
l Tap Edit for additional message options. email account.
l Tap Sort to customize how messages display. • All accounts: View all email in a combined
inbox.
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Remove email accounts
Email accounts can be removed from your device.
Email settings
Modify settings associated with using the Email app.
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Galaxy Apps
Find and download premium apps that are exclusive
to Galaxy devices. A Samsung account is required to
download from Galaxy Apps.
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Gallery View pictures
View, edit, and manage pictures and videos. Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the
Gallery app.
The following categories allow you to organize your
content: 1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.
l Pictures: View pictures and videos in the order 2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to
they were saved. Content is organized by date. view other pictures or videos.
l Albums: Create custom albums to organize your • To mark the picture as a favorite, tap
pictures and videos. Favorite. The picture is added to
Favorites under the Albums tab.
l Stories: Create custom collections of related
pictures and videos and share them with your • To access the following features, tap More
contacts. options:
l Shared: Sign in to your Samsung account to share – Details: View and edit information about
pictures and videos with your friends and family the picture, including the date created,
through Samsung Social. location, and properties.
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– Set as image for Always On Display: Set the Edit pictures
picture as the background image for the Edit pictures stored on your device.
Always On Display.
1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.
– Show date and location tags: See date and
2. Tap a picture to view it.
location tags when viewing your pictures.
• Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other
– Share by Live message: Use Live message
changes to the overall appearance of the
to draw an animation on a picture and
picture.
share it.
• Effects: Add color effects.
– Print: Send the picture to a connected
printer. • Stickers: Overlay illustrated or animated
– Open in Photo Editor Pro: Edit the picture in stickers.
Photo Editor Pro. • Draw: Add handwritten text or hand
drawn content.
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Play video Video enhancer
Play videos stored on your device. Enhance the playback quality of your videos in any
video app.
1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features >
2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view
Video enhancer.
other pictures or videos.
2. Tap On/Off to enable this feature.
• To mark the video as a favorite, tap Favorite.
The video is added to Favorites under the
Albums tab.
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Edit video Share pictures and videos
Edit videos stored on your device. Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app.
1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures. 1. From Apps, tap Gallery > Pictures.
2. Tap a video to view it. 2. Tap More options > Share, and then tap
3. Tap Edit to use the following tools: pictures and videos to select them.
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Delete pictures and videos Screenshot options
Delete pictures and videos stored on your device.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features.
1. From Apps, tap Gallery.
2. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following:
2. Tap More options > Edit.
• Smart capture: Capture an image of any
3. Tap pictures and videos to select them, or tap the scrollable areas of the screen that are
All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all currently hidden, as well as the area that is
pictures and videos. visible, and crop and share the screenshot
immediately.
4. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
• Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of
Take a screenshot the screen by swiping the edge of your hand
Capture an image of your screen. It will across it, from side to side, keeping in contact
automatically create a Screenshots album in the with the screen.
Gallery app.
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Internet • Tabs: Manage open tabs. The number on
Access the Internet with a fully-featured web the icon indicates the number of tabs that are
browser. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/ currently open.
support/owners/app/samsung-internet.
Quick menu
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Internet.
Access common features of your browser.
2. Tap the address field, enter the web address, and
u Tap Quick menu for the following options:
then tap Go on the keyboard.
l Share: Share the web page with others.
• Add to Bookmarks: Add the current web
page to bookmarks. l New tab: Open a new tab.
• Refresh: Refresh or reload the current l Turn on Night mode: Switch to Night
web page. mode.
• Back or Back: Return to the l Webpage text size: Change the text size.
previous page.
l Close: Close the Quick menu.
• Forward: Go forward to a recent page.
l Settings: Change Quick menu options.
• Home: Display your Internet Home screen.
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Browser tabs Open a Bookmark
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same Quickly launch a web page from the Bookmarks
time. page.
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Internet. 1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Internet.
2. Tap Tabs > New tab. 2. Tap Bookmarks > Bookmarks.
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Open a saved web page Secret mode
View a web page that has been saved. Pages viewed in Secret mode are not listed in your
browser history or search history, and leave no traces
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Internet.
(such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a
2. Tap Bookmarks > Saved pages. darker shade than the normal tab windows.
3. Tap a saved page. Any downloaded files remain on your device after
you close the secret tab.
View history
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Internet.
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
2. Tap Tabs.
u Tap Bookmarks > History.
3. Tap Turn on secret mode.
Share pages 4. Tap Set password to protect your Secret mode
Web pages can be shared with your contacts. data with a password.
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To turn off Secret mode:
Internet settings
Modify settings associated with using the
Internet app.
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Messages Send SOS messages
Learn how to send and receive text messages (SMS) Send a message with your location to designated
and multimedia messages (MMS). contacts when you are in an emergency situation.
1. From Apps, tap Messages > Compose. 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Send
SOS messages, and then tap On/Off to enable
• You can choose recipients from Contacts or this feature.
enter a phone number.
2. Tap Send messages to > Add and add recipients
2. Tap Start. by creating new contacts or selecting from
3. Tap the Enter message field to enter a message. Contacts.
l To add an attachment, tap Attach. • To include a picture from your front and rear
camera, tap Attach pictures.
4. Review the message and tap Send.
• To include a five-second audio recording in
Note: If you exit a message before you send it, the your SOS message, tap Attach audio
message is automatically saved as a draft. recording.
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View Messages Message search
Search through your messages by using the search
u From Apps, tap Messages, and then tap a
feature.
message to view it.
1. From Apps, tap Messages > Search.
l To play an audio or video attachment, tap
Play. 2. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then
tap Search on the keyboard.
l To scroll through the list of messages, swipe
up or down.
Messages settings
Configure the settings for text and multimedia
Delete messages
messages.
1. From Apps, tap Messages > More options >
u From Apps, tap Messages > More options >
Edit.
Settings.
2. Tap each message you want to delete.
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Emergency alerts
Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and
other situations. There is no charge for receiving an
Emergency alert message.
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My Files File groups
View and manage files stored on your device, Files stored in the device are organized into the
including images, videos, music, and sound clips. following groups:
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My Files options
Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history,
and more.
l More options:
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PENUP
Share photos, comment on other creations, or just
browse through the pages for something to add to
your personal collection. This community brings
together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch,
scribble or paint.
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Phone
More options
Call
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
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Make a call Make a call from Recents
Make a call from a Home screen. All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded
in the Call log.
1. From Apps, tap Phone.
1. From Apps, tap Phone.
2. Enter a number on the keypad and tap Call.
2. Tap Recents to display a list of recent calls.
• Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.
3. Tap a contact, and then tap Call.
Enable swipe to call
Swipe a contact or number to the right to make a Make a call from Contacts
call. Call a contact from the Contacts app.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > 1. From Apps, tap Contacts.
Swipe to call or send messages. 2. Swipe your finger across a contact to the right to
2. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. call the contact.
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Direct calls Decline a call
Call the contact whose call log, message, or contact You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you
details are currently on the screen by bringing the are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for
device close to your ear. the incoming call.
u From Settings, tap Advanced features > u On the incoming call screen, drag Decline to
Direct call, and tap On/Off to enable. the left to reject the call and send it to your
voicemail.
Answer a call – or –
When a call is received, the phone rings and the
caller’s phone number or name is displayed. If you On the incoming pop-up screen, tap Decline
are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.
the incoming call.
– or –
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Decline with a message Actions while on a call
You can choose to decline an incoming call with a You can adjust call volume, switch to a headset or
text message response. speaker, and even multitask while on a call.
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Switch to headset or speaker Multitask
Listen to the call using the speaker or through a If you exit the call screen to use another app, your
®
Bluetooth headset (not included). active call is indicated in the Status bar.
u Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the To return to the call screen:
speaker. u Drag the Status bar down to display the
– or – Notification panel and tap the call.
Tap Bluetooth to hear the caller using a To end a call while multitasking:
Bluetooth headset. u Drag the Status bar down to display the
Notification panel, and then tap End call.
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Call log Save a contact from a recent call
The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or Use recent call information to create a contact or
missed are stored in the Call log. update your Contacts list.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. 1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
2. Tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. 2. Tap Recents.
If the caller is in your Contacts list, the caller’s
3. Tap the call that contains the information that
name is displayed.
you want to save to your Contacts list.
– or –
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Delete call records Block a number
To delete Call log entries: By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from
this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
messages are not received.
2. Tap Recents.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
3. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from
2. Tap Recents.
the Call log.
3. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list.
4. Tap Delete.
4. Tap Details > Block number, and confirm when
prompted.
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Speed dial Make a call with Speed dial
You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for You can make a call using Speed dial.
speed dialing their default number.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
l Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.
• Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.
2. Touch and hold the Speed dial number.
2. Tap More options > Speed dial numbers. The
l If the Speed dial number is more than one
Speed dial screen displays the reserved speed digit long, enter the first digits, and then hold
dial numbers. the last digit.
3. Tap an unassigned number.
Remove a Speed dial number
• Tap Menu to select a different Speed dial
You can remove an assigned Speed dial number.
number than the next one in sequence.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
• Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail.
l Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.
4. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from
Contacts to assign a contact to the number. 2. Tap More options > Speed dial numbers.
• The selected contact is displayed in the Speed 3. Tap Remove by the contact you want to
dial number box. remove from Speed dial.
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Emergency calls 1. Drag Phone upward to open the call screen.
You can dial the emergency telephone number in
2. Tap Emergency call to display the Emergency
your region regardless of the phone’s cellular service
dialer.
status. If your phone is not activated, you can only
make an emergency call. 3. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in
North America) and tap Call.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
4. Complete your call. During this type of call, you
2. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in
have access to most in-call features.
North America) and tap Call.
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Voicemail Optional calling services
Use your phone’s voicemail feature. If available with your mobile service plan, the
following calling services are supported.
For information on setting up voicemail, see Set up
your voicemail on page 14.
Place a multi-party call
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone. If your service plan supports this feature, you can
2. Touch and hold Voicemail. make another call while a call is in progress.
3. Follow the voice prompts from the voicemail 1. From the active call, tap Add call to dial the
2. Dial the new number and tap Call. When the
call is answered:
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Video calls Wi-Fi Calling
To make Video calls: Make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected to a
Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi Calling is a service provided by
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone.
your wireless service provider. You need to activate
2. Enter a number and tap Video call. Advanced calling first.
Note: Not all devices support video calling. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Advanced
The receiver has the option to accept the video call Calling.
or answer the call as a regular voice call.
2. Tap Activate Wi-Fi Calling.
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Phone settings Real Time Text (RTT)
These settings allow you to modify settings Type back and forth in real time with the other
associated with the Phone app. person while on a call.
1. From a Home screen, tap Phone > More Note: To use RTT, you must be connected to a 4G LTE
options > Settings. or Wi-Fi network.
2. Tap an option and follow the prompts. You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone
whose phone also supports RTT or is connected to a
teletypewriter (TTY) device. The RTT icon appears on
all incoming RTT calls.
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Samsung Gear
Connect your device to your Samsung Gear using this
application. For more information, visit samsung.com/
us/support/owners/app/samsung-gear.
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Samsung Health For more information on proper wear and use, visit
™
Use Samsung Health to plan, track, and manage samsung.com/us/heartratesensor.
your health goals and activities, including exercise, To access Samsung Health:
sleep, and meals. For more information, visit
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Samsung
samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-health.
Health, and read and accept the terms and
Caution: The information gathered from this device, conditions.
Samsung Health, or related software is not intended
2. Set up your health profile and goals.
for use in the diagnosis of disease or other
conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or
prevention of disease.
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Before you start exercising l Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest,
Although the Samsung Health application is a great or when lying down or going to bed;
companion to your exercise routine, it is always best
l Ankle swelling, especially at night;
to make sure you consult with your physician before
beginning any exercise regimen. While moderate l A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced
physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for heartbeat;
most people, health experts suggest that you talk l Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill
with your doctor before you start an exercise that goes away when you rest.
program, particularly if you have any of the following
It is recommended that before engaging in an
conditions:
exercise routine, you consult with your doctor or
l Heart disease; asthma or lung disease; diabetes, medical practitioner. If you are unsure of your health
or liver or kidney disease; arthritis. status, have several health problems, or are
Before beginning your exercise regimen check with pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before
your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of starting a new exercise program.
heart, lung, or other serious disease, such as:
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Samsung Notes l More options > Turn on/off S Pen only:
Use Samsung Notes to write and save notes. For Choose to draw only with the S Pen or also
more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/ with your finger and compatible styluses.
owners/app/samsung-notes. 3. Tap Save when finished.
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Samsung
Notes.
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Edit notes Notes options
Make edits to notes you create. You can edit, share, or manage notes.
1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Samsung 1. From Apps, tap Samsung folder > Samsung
Notes. Notes.
2. Tap a note to view it. 2. Tap More options for the following options:
3. Tap Edit to make changes. • Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move.
4. Tap Save. • Sort: Change the way notes are organized.
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Samsung Pay Use Samsung Pay
™
Samsung Pay allows you to make a payment with Use Samsung Pay quickly and conveniently whenever
your device. It is accepted almost anywhere you can you have your device with you.
swipe or tap your credit card. A Samsung account is Note: Make sure the NFC feature is enabled on your
required. device. For more information, see NFC and payment
For Samsung Pay support, visit samsung.com/us/ on page 147.
support/owners/app/samsung-pay. 1. From Apps, tap Samsung Pay.
Note: For added security, your credit and debit card 2. Select a card to pay with and authorize payments
information is not stored on a cloud service. If you by scanning your finger or iris, or by entering
are using the Samsung Pay app on multiple devices, your Samsung Pay PIN.
you must sign in to the app and add all payment
3. Hold your phone over the store’s card reader.
cards on each device.
• When your payment is complete, a receipt is
u From Apps, tap Samsung Pay, and tap Start
sent to your registered email.
and follow the prompts.
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Simple Pay Use gift cards with Samsung Pay
Use Simply Pay to access Samsung Pay from the Purchase, send, and redeem gift cards from an
Lock Screen, Home screen, or Always On Display. expanding selection of your favorite retailers.
1. From Apps, tap Samsung Pay. To view the list of supported banks and gift card
merchants, visit samsung.com/us/samsung-
2. Tap More options > Settings > Use Favorite
pay/compatible-cards/#bank.
Cards.
3. Tap On/Off to enable Simple Pay on each screen. Secure your information
Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security
To use Simple Pay:
technology and works on most recent Samsung
1. From any screen, swipe up from the bottom of Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your
the screen. fingerprint, iris, or PIN, and each transaction uses a
• Your payment card and Simple Pay are unique token each time, so your device only allows
displayed. payments with your consent.
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SmartThings
Control your devices by monitoring them in one
place. Check the status of your devices by looking at
the dashboard.
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Google apps Drive
Enjoy these apps from Google. Certain apps require a Open, view, rename, and share files saved
™
Google Account. Visit google.com to learn more. to your Google Drive cloud account.
Chrome Gmail
™
Browse the Internet with Chrome and Send and receive email with Google’s web-
bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and based email service.
address bar data from your computer to Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more.
your mobile device.
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Verizon Apps My Verizon
Pre-installed apps may vary according to your plan. View details and manage your Verizon
Visit verizonwireless.com to learn more or contact Wireless account. No airtime or minute
your service provider for additional information. charges apply when accessing My Verizon.
hum
Turn your car into a Wi-Fi Hotspot for
streaming and gaming on the go. Get
roadside assistance at the push of a
button, and more.
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Message+ • Tap Attach to attach an item, such as a
This section describes how to create and send a postcard, picture, video, audio recording,
message using the Verizon Messages app. Glympse location, location, contact card,
or song.
Create and send messages • Tap Emoticon to insert emoticons into your
Use the Verizon Messages app to send and receive message.
message with your friends and family.
• Tap Voice to record and insert an audio
1. From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+.
recording into your message.
2. Tap New message.
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Read messages Reply to messages
When you receive a message, your phone notifies you Messages you exchange with another person are
by displaying the New message icon in the displayed as conversations in the Messages app, so
Status bar. you can see all the messages in one place.
To access a new message: 1. From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+.
u Drag your finger down from the Status bar to 2. Tap a conversation to display it.
display the Notification panel, and then tap the
3. Tap the Type a message field and then type your
message notification to open the message.
reply message.
– or –
4. When the message is complete, tap Send.
From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+,
and then tap the message to open it. Delete messages
1. From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+.
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Delete conversations Protect a message from deletion
You can delete all messages that you've exchanged You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted
with another person. even if you delete the other messages in the
conversation.
1. From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+.
1. From Apps, tap Verizon folder > Message+.
2. Touch and hold a conversation you want to
delete and tap Delete Conversation. Follow the 2. Tap a conversation to display it.
prompts to confirm the deletion.
3. Touch and hold the message that you want to
Note: Locked messages will not be deleted unless lock, and then tap Lock message on the pop-up
you select Also delete locked messages before menu. A lock icon displays on the message.
confirming the deletion.
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Settings
Access Settings 139
Connections 140
Sounds and vibration 157
Notifications 163
Display 164
Device maintenance 167
Lock screen and security 180
Accounts 189
Accessibility 193
Other settings 197
Access Settings Search for Settings
There are a couple of ways to access your device If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain
settings. setting, you can use the Search feature.
u From a Home screen, swipe up to access 1. From Settings, tap Search.
Apps, and then tap Settings. 2. Enter a word or words in the Search field. As you
– or – type, settings that match display on the screen.
Drag down from the Status bar to display the 3. Tap an entry to go to that setting.
Notification panel, and then tap Settings.
Settings 139
Connections Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network
Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network that is
Manage connections between your device and a
hidden.
variety of networks and other devices.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and
Wi-Fi then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network. 2. Tap Add network at the bottom of the list.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and 3. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi.
• Network name: Enter the network name.
• When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device
• Security: Select a security option and enter
automatically scans for available networks
your password.
and displays them.
• Auto reconnect: Connect to this network
2. Tap the network you want to connect to.
automatically.
• When you select an open network, you are
• Show advanced options: Add advanced
automatically connected to the network.
options, such as IP settings and Proxy settings.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
4. Tap Connect.
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Wi-Fi preferences • Manage networks: View your saved Wi-Fi
Customize advanced Wi-Fi services. networks.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and • Wi-Fi control history: View devices that have
then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. turned your Wi-Fi on or off.
2. Tap More options > Advanced. To view all • Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi
network settings, tap View more. access points that support Hotspot 2.0.
• Switch to mobile data: Connect automatically • WPS push button: Connect to a Wi-Fi network
to a mobile network connection when the by pressing the WPS button on a router.
Wi-Fi connection is unstable. When the Wi-Fi • WPS PIN entry: Connect to a Wi-Fi network by
signal is strong, it switches back to Wi-Fi. entering your WPS PIN.
• Turn on Wi-Fi automatically: Enable Wi-Fi in • Install network certificates: Install
frequently used locations. authentication certificates.
• Wi-Fi power saving mode: Reduce battery • MAC address: View your device’s MAC address,
usage by analyzing Wi-Fi traffic patterns. which is required when connecting to some
• Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications when secured networks (not configurable).
open networks in range are detected. • IP address: View your device’s IP address
• Show Wi-Fi pop-up: When opening apps, (not configurable).
indicate when Wi-Fi is available.
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Wi-Fi Direct Share files with Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct uses Wi-Fi capability to share data Share files with another device using Wi-Fi Direct.
between devices. A Wi-Fi network connection is not
1. From an app, tap Share.
required.
– or –
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and
then tap On/Off to turn on Wi-Fi. Tap More options > Share.
2. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. 2. Tap Wi-Fi Direct and follow the prompts.
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Disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct Bluetooth
Disconnect your device from a Wi-Fi Direct device. Bluetooth allows you to pair your device to another
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi > Bluetooth-enabled device. Once a pairing is created,
Wi-Fi Direct. the devices continue to recognize their partnership
and exchange information without having to re-enter
2. Tap a device to disconnect it.
a passcode.
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Rename a paired device Share files with Bluetooth
Rename a paired device to make it easier to Use Bluetooth to transfer information to a paired
recognize. device.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, 1. From an app, tap Share.
and then tap On/Off to turn on Bluetooth.
– or –
2. Tap Settings next to the previously paired
Tap More options > Share.
device, and then tap Rename.
2. Tap Bluetooth and follow the prompts.
3. Enter a new name, and tap Rename.
2. To open the file, drag down the Status bar and
tap File received.
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Unpair from a Bluetooth device Data usage
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two View your current mobile and Wi-Fi data usage.
devices no longer recognize each other. To connect
again, you have to pair the devices. u From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.
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Monitor mobile data Monitor Wi-Fi data
Enable mobile data to access the Internet through View your Wi-Fi data usage and set restrictions for
your mobile network. Wi-Fi networks.
u From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. u From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.
The following options are available: The following options are available:
l Mobile data: Enable mobile data services. l Wi-Fi data usage: View data usage over Wi-Fi
connections.
l Alert me about data usage: Enable alerts for
when your mobile data usage reaches the l Restrict networks: Select networks to prevent
amount you chose. apps that are running in the background from
using them.
l Mobile data usage: Monitor mobile data usage
by app.
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Airplane mode Android Beam
Airplane mode disconnects your device from all Share content to another NFC-capable device by
networks and turns off connectivity features. touching the backs of the devices.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Airplane 1. From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and
2. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. 2. Tap Android Beam, and then tap On/Off to
enable this feature.
2. Tap On/Off to enable this feature. Tap More options > Share.
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Tap and pay Mobile hotspot
Use an NFC payment application to make payments Activate Mobile hotspot to allow other devices to use
by touching your device to a compatible credit card your device’s Internet connection.
reader.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile
1. From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and
hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
payment, and then tap On/Off to enable NFC.
2. Tap On/Off to turn on Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap Tap and pay, and tap an app to set it as the
default payment method. 3. Activate Wi-Fi on the target device.
• To specify when to use the default app, tap 4. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots and select your device’s
If open app supports Tap and pay. Mobile hotspot.
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Change the mobile hotspot Allowed devices list
password Control which devices can connect to your Mobile
Change your Mobile Hotspot password. hotspot.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile
hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap the password and enter a new password. 2. Tap More options > Allowed devices, and then
3. Tap Save. tap Add to enter the other device’s Device name
and MAC address.
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Configure mobile hotspot settings Timeout settings
Manage your security and connecting settings. Automatically turn off Mobile hotspot if there are no
connected devices.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile
hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile
hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap More options > Configure mobile hotspot
for the following settings: 2. Tap More options > Timeout settings, and then
select an interval.
• Network name: View and change the name of
your Mobile hotspot.
Wi-Fi sharing
• Hide my phone: Prevent your Mobile hotspot Share your device’s Wi-Fi network with other devices,
from being discoverable by other devices. without having to enter the Wi-Fi password.
• Security: Choose the security level for your 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile
Mobile hotspot.
hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
• Password: If you choose a security level that
2. Tap Wi-Fi sharing to enable this feature.
uses a password, you can view or change it.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile u From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile
hotspot and tethering. networks.
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Location • Bluetooth scanning: Allow apps to scan for
Some apps may require one or more location and connect to nearby devices automatically
services be turned on for full functionality. through Bluetooth, even when Bluetooth is
turned off.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Location.
• Battery saving: Uses Wi-Fi and mobile 3. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to
networks (no GPS). view the app’s settings.
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Location services Nearby device scanning
Location services store and use your device’s most Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them
recent location data. Google apps can use this data up easily. You receive a notification when there are
to improve your search results based on places that available devices to connect to.
you have visited.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Location.
connection settings > Nearby device scanning.
2. Tap an entry under Location services to use as a 2. Tap On/Off to enable the feature.
location service.
Settings 153
Connect to a printer MirrorLink
Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi Mirror your device’s display on your car’s
network. entertainment and information screen using a
USB connection.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More
connection settings > Printing. To use this feature, your car system must support
™
MirrorLink . For more information, visit
2. Tap Add service and follow the prompts to
mirrorlink.com.
add a print service.
1. Connect your device to your car’s system using
3. Tap the print service, and then tap More
the USB cable.
options > Add printer.
2. From Settings, tap Connections > More
connection settings > MirrorLink.
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Download booster Virtual Private Networks
Download booster improves download speed by Set up and manage your Virtual Private Networks
™
using both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE networks at the same (VPNs). You must set a secured screen lock before
time when downloading files over 30 MB in size. setting up a VPN. For more information, see Set a
secure screen lock on page 180.
Note: Download booster uses mobile data services.
To turn on Download booster: 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More
connection settings > VPN.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More
2. Tap Add VPN and follow the prompts to set up
connection settings > Download booster.
your VPN.
2. Tap On/Off to enable Download booster.
Settings 155
Manage a VPN Connect to a VPN
Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connection, connecting
connection. to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy.
1. Tap Settings > Connections > More connection 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More
settings > VPN. connection settings > VPN.
2. Tap Settings next to a VPN. 2. Tap a VPN, enter your log in information, and tap
Connect.
3. Edit the VPN and tap Save.
l To disconnect, tap the VPN, and then tap
– or –
Disconnect.
Tap Delete to delete the VPN.
Settings 156
Ethernet Sounds and vibration
Connect to a network using an Ethernet connection. Configure the sounds and vibrations used to indicate
u From Settings, tap Connections > More notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.
connection settings > Ethernet, and follow the
prompts. Sound mode
Switch between sound modes, while preserving the
individual sound settings you have made.
Settings 157
Easy mute Vibrations
Mute sounds and videos by covering the screen or Configure your device’s vibrations.
turning over the device.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration.
u From Settings, tap Advanced features > Easy
mute, and tap On/Off to enable. 2. Tap options to customize:
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Volume Media volume limiter
Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume
and other audio. while using headphones or Bluetooth speakers
(not included).
u From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >
Volume, and drag the sliders.
Volume.
Note: You can also use the Volume key to adjust
2. Tap More options > Media volume limiter.
the volume. Tap More to customize all volume
options. 3. Tap On/Off to enable this feature.
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Ringtone Do not disturb
Choose from preset ringtones or add your own. Set your device to mute all or some notifications and
sounds during specific time periods.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >
Ringtone. u From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration >
Do not disturb and configure the following:
2. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it.
l Turn on now: Enable this option.
– or –
l Turn on as scheduled: Configure Days and
Tap Add to use an audio file as a ringtone.
Set schedule to set up a regular schedule.
Settings 160
System sounds Key-tap feedback
Set various other system sound options. Play tones when keys are tapped.
u From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration. u From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and
then tap to enable each option:
l Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or
tap the screen to make selections. l Dialing keypad tones: Play a tone when the
dialing keypad is tapped.
l Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you
unlock the screen. l Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the
Samsung keyboard is tapped.
l Emergency tone: Set the emergency tone to
alert, vibrate, or silent. l Keyboard vibration: Enable vibrations when
the Samsung keyboard is tapped.
l Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger
is connected.
Settings 161
Sound quality and effects l Concert hall: Simulate the reverb of a
Choose from advanced sound options to customize concert hall.
your audio experience. l Adapt Sound: Customize your sound settings.
Settings 162
Notifications Smart alert
Select which apps you want to receive alerts from. Set the device to vibrate when you pick it up to
Alerts include notifications, sounds, and vibrations. notify you about missed calls and messages.
Settings 163
Display Screen brightness
Configure your display’s brightness, screen timeout Adjust the screen brightness to suit your
delay, and other settings. surroundings or personal preference. You may also
want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery
Customize when the screen turns off. 1. From Settings, tap Display.
1. From Settings, tap Display. 2. Customize options under Brightness:
2. Tap an option to customize: • Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom
brightness level.
• Screen timeout: Turn the screen off after a set
amount of time. • Tap Auto brightness to automatically adjust
the screen brightness based on the lighting
• Block accidental touches: You can prevent the
conditions.
screen from turning on while the device is in a
dark place, such as a pocket or a bag. – Reset usage patterns: Clear your
brightness adjustment history. Your phone
• Screen saver: Display colors or images after
will begin learning your preferences again
the screen has turned off or while charging.
after the reset.
Settings 164
Blue light filter Font and screen zoom
Use the Blue light filter at night to help you sleep You can set the screen zoom level and the font size
better. You can set a schedule to automatically turn and style.
this feature on and off.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Font and screen
u From Settings, tap Display > Blue light filter, zoom for the following options:
and then choose one of the following options:
• Drag the Screen zoom slider to adjust the
l Drag the Opacity slider to set the opacity of zoom level.
the filter.
• Drag the Font size slider to adjust the size
l Tap Turn on now to enable this feature. of text.
l Tap Turn on as scheduled to set a schedule for • Tap a font to select it, or tap Download
when Blue light filter should be enabled. You fonts to find new fonts from Galaxy Apps.
can choose Sunset to sunrise or Custom
2. Tap to set the screen zoom and font.
schedule.
Settings 165
Screen quality LED indicator
Customize the screen mode to match your viewing Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice
preferences. recording, or receiving notifications.
u From Settings, tap Display to configure an u From Settings, tap Display > LED indicator to
option: enable the feature.
Choose which apps you want to use in the full screen Smart stay, and tap On/Off to enable the feature.
aspect ratio.
Settings 166
One-handed mode Device maintenance
Change the screen layout to accommodate operating View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and
your device with one hand. memory. You can also automatically optimize your
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > device’s system resources.
One-handed mode.
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Battery Performance mode
View how battery power is used for device activities. Optimize your device’s performance features to best
fit your usage.
u From Settings, tap Device maintenance >
Battery for options: u From Settings, tap Device maintenance >
Performance mode.
l Battery usage: View power usage by item.
l Optimized (recommended): Balance battery
l Power saving mode: Select a power mode to
life and screen resolution for everyday use.
extend battery life.
l Game: Enhance your gaming experience by
l App power monitor: View power usage by app.
making games run more smoothly.
l Unmonitored apps: Select apps to exclude
l Entertainment: Enjoy music and videos with
from being put to sleep by the App power
ultra-high quality sound and enhanced
monitor.
images.
l Always sleeping apps: Select apps to put to
l High performance: Experience the highest
sleep immediately when not being used.
quality display settings.
l More options > Advanced settings: Configure
advanced battery settings and notifications.
Settings 168
Storage Mount a memory card
View the device memory and usage. Mount, unmount, When you install an optional memory card, it is
or format an optional memory card (not included). automatically mounted (connected to the device) and
prepared for use. However, should you unmount the
u From Settings, tap Device maintenance > card without removing it from the device, you need
Storage. to mount it before it can be accessed.
l To increase available memory, tap Clean now. 1. From Settings, tap Device maintenance >
Storage.
Memory card (SD card)
Once an optional memory card (not included) has 2. Tap More options > Storage settings.
been installed in your device, the card memory is 3. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and
displayed in the Storage setting. then tap Mount.
For more information, see Install a SIM card and
memory card on page 6.
Settings 169
Remove a memory card Format a memory card
Warning: To prevent damage to information stored Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should
on the memory card, unmount the card before back up your music and photo files that are stored
removing it from the device. on the card because formatting the SD card deletes
all the stored data.
1. From Settings, tap Device maintenance >
Storage. 1. From Settings, tap Device maintenance >
Storage.
2. Tap More options > Storage settings.
2. Tap More options > Storage settings.
3. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and
then tap Unmount. 3. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, tap
Format, and then follow the prompts.
4. Remove your memory card from the device.
Settings 170
Memory Language and input
Check the amount of available memory. You can Configure your device’s language and input settings.
close background apps and reduce the amount of
memory you are using to speed up your device. Change the device language
You can add languages to your list and organize
1. From Settings, tap Device maintenance >
them according to preference. If an app does not
Memory.
support your default language, then it will move to
• The used and available memory are shown. the next supported language in your list.
2. To free up as much memory as possible, tap 1. From Settings, tap General management >
Clean now and follow the prompts. Language and input > Language.
• The selected apps and services in the list will 2. Tap Add language, and select a language
be closed.
from the list.
Settings 171
Default keyboard Google Voice typing
You can select a default keyboard for your device’s Speak rather than type your text entries using
menus and keyboards. Additional keyboards can be Google Voice typing.
downloaded from the Google Play store.
1. From Settings, tap General management >
1. From Settings, tap General management > Language and input.
Language and input.
2. Tap On-screen keyboard > Google voice typing.
2. Tap Default keyboard, and select a keyboard.
• Languages: Select languages for Google voice
typing.
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• Offline speech recognition: Download and Physical keyboards
install speech recognition engines, allowing Customize options when you have a physical
you to use voice input while not connected to keyboard connected to your device (sold separately).
the network.
1. From Settings, tap General management >
• Block offensive words: Hide search results Language and input.
that contain offensive words.
2. Tap Physical keyboard, and then choose an
• Bluetooth headset: Records audio through a option:
Bluetooth headset, if available.
• Show on-screen keyboard: Show the
on-screen keyboard while a physical keyboard
Manage on-screen keyboards
is also being used.
Enable or disable on-screen keyboards.
• Keyboard shortcuts: Show explanations of the
1. From Settings, tap General management >
keyboard shortcuts on the screen.
Language and input.
Settings 173
Show keyboard button Text-to-speech options
Show a button on the Navigation bar to quickly Configure your Text-to-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is
switch between keyboards. used for various accessibility features, such as Voice
Assistant.
1. From Settings, tap General Management >
Language and input. u From Settings, tap General management >
Language and input > Text-to-speech for options:
2. Tap Show keyboard button to enable this
feature. l Preferred engine: Choose either the
Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine.
Autofill service Tap Settings for options.
Save time entering information using autofill
l Use system language: Select a language to
services.
use as the default.
1. From Settings, tap General Management >
l Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is
Language and input.
spoken.
2. Tap Autofill service and select your preferred
l Pitch: Set the pitch of the speech.
service.
l Play: Tap to play a short demonstration of
speech synthesis.
Settings 174
Pointer speed Date and time
Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or By default, your device receives date and time
trackpad (not included). information from the wireless network. Outside of
1. From Settings, tap General management > network coverage, you can set the date and time
Language and input. manually.
2. Under Pointer speed, drag the slider to the right u From Settings, tap General management >
to go faster or to the left to go slower. Date and time. The following options are
available:
Settings 175
Report diagnostic Reset
information Reset device and network settings. You can also
reset your device to its factory defaults.
This feature sends diagnostic information about your
device when you are having technical problems.
Reset settings
1. From Settings, tap General management > You can reset your device to its factory default
Report diagnostic info to Samsung. settings, which resets everything except the security,
2. Read and accept the consent information to language, and account settings. Personal data is not
enable this feature. affected.
Settings 176
Reset network settings Factory data reset
You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing
settings with Reset network settings. all data from your device.
1. From Settings, tap General management > This action permanently erases ALL data from the
Reset > Reset network settings. device, including Google or other account settings,
2. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. system and application data and settings,
downloaded applications, as well as your music,
photos, videos, and other files. Any data stored on an
external SD card is not affected.
Settings 177
Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, Factory reset protection
it can take 24 hours for the password reset to sync When you sign in to a Google Account on your device,
with all devices registered to the account. Factory Reset Protection is activated. Factory Reset
Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using
Before resetting your device:
your device if it is reset to factory settings without
1. Verify that the information you want to keep has your permission. For example, if your device is lost or
transferred to your storage area. stolen and a factory data reset is performed, only
2. Log in to your Google Account and confirm your someone with your Google Account username and
user name and password. password can use the device.
To reset your device: You will not be able to access the device after a
factory data reset if you do not have your Google
1. From Settings, tap General management >
Account username and password.
Reset > Factory data reset.
Caution: Before shipping your device back to
2. Tap Reset and follow the prompts to perform the Samsung or taking it to your nearest Samsung-
reset. authorized service center, you should remove your
3. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to Google Account before resetting the device back to
set up your device. factory settings. For more information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/frp.
Settings 178
Enable factory reset protection Auto restart
Adding a Google Account to your device Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at
automatically activates the FRP security feature. set times. Any unsaved data will be lost when the
device restarts.
Disable factory reset protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the 1. From Settings, tap General management >
device. Reset > Auto restart.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts > 2. Tap On/Off to activate Auto restart, and then set
[Google account]. the following parameters:
2. Tap Remove account. • Time: Set the time of day to restart your
device.
Settings 179
System updates Lock screen and
Check for and install available software updates for
your device.
security
Secure your device and protect your data with Lock
u From Settings, tap System updates for the
screen and security settings.
following options:
l Check for system updates: Manually check for Screen lock types
available software updates. The various Screen lock types offer high, medium, or
l Show system update history: View previous no security. Choose from the following: Swipe,
software updates. Pattern, PIN, Password, and None.
Settings 180
2. Tap On/Off to enable showing notifications on l Secure lock settings: Customize your secure
the lock screen. The following options are lock settings. A secure screen lock is required
available: for this feature.
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Clock and information l Notifications: Select which notifications to
Configure features for the Lock screen. display on the Lock screen and Always On
Display screen.
u From Settings, tap Lock screen for options:
l App shortcuts: Select which apps to open from
l Clock style: Set the type and color of the clock the Lock screen.
on the Lock screen and Always On Display
l About Lock screen: View the software version
screen.
for the Lock screen and check for updates.
l Roaming clock: Change to digital clocks
showing both local and home time zones when
Google Play Protect
roaming.
Configure app safety checks from Google Play.
l FaceWidgets: Enable widgets on the Lock
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
screen and Always On Display screen to get
Google Play Protect.
quick access to useful information.
2. Tap options to customize security.
l Contact information: Show your contact
information, such as your phone number or
email address.
Settings 182
Find My Device Security update
Protect your device from loss or theft. You need to Check the date of the last security software update.
sign in to your Google Account to use this feature.
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
1. From Settings, tap > Find My Device. Security update to see if the latest security
update is installed.
l If you are not logged in to a Google Account,
tap Find My Device won’t work and follow the
prompts to sign in. Install unknown apps
Allow selected apps to install unknown third-party
2. The following options are available:
apps.
l Find My Device: Download the app from
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
Google Play.
Install unknown apps.
l Web: Access Find My Device on the Internet.
2. Tap an app.
l Google: Search for “find my device” topics
online. 3. Tap Allow from this source to enable apps to be
installed using this app.
Settings 183
Samsung Pass Secure Folder
Use Samsung Pass to access your favorite services Lock your private content and apps to enhance
with biometric data. For more information, visit security. You must sign in to your Samsung account
samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pass. in order to use Secure Folder. You must also set a
You must sign in to your Samsung account to use secure lock for your device.
Samsung Pass.
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Secure Folder and follow the prompts to secure
Samsung Pass. content on your device.
Settings 184
App permission monitor Secure startup
Get notified when permissions you select are being Protect your device by requiring a numeric PIN,
used by apps running in the background. pattern, or password to be entered before it starts
up. You must have a secured screen lock for this
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
option to be available.
App permission monitor.
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
2. Tap On/Off next to the apps you want to be
Secure startup and select an option.
notified about when they use certain
permissions.
Encrypt SD card
Protect your optional memory (not included) card by
encrypting its data.
Settings 185
Set up SIM card lock View passwords
Require your SIM card PIN to unlock and use your Display password characters briefly as you type
SIM card. them.
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and Other security settings > Make passwords visible
follow the prompts. to enable the feature.
Settings 186
Security update service Device administration
Automatically receive security updates. Manage your device administrators and application
installation privileges.
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
Other security settings for the following Security 1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
update service options: Other security settings > Device admin apps.
Settings 187
Credential storage Advanced security
Manage your security certificates. You can disable or settings
remove certificates.
Use these options to configure advanced security
u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > settings.
Other security settings for the following options: u From Settings, tap Biometrics and security >
l Storage type: Select a storage location for Other security settings for the following
credential contents. advanced options:
l View security certificates: Display certificates l Trust agents: Perform selected actions when
in your device’s ROM and other certificates trusted devices are connected.
you have installed.
– This option is only displayed when a lock
l User certificates: View user certificates. screen is enabled. For more information,
see Set a secure screen lock on page 180.
l Install from phone storage: Install a new
certificate from storage. l Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen,
preventing access to other features of your
l Clear credentials: Erase the credential
device.
contents from the device and reset the
password. l Usage data access: View the applications that
can access your device’s usage history.
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l Notification access: View the applications that Accounts
can access notifications you receive on your
Set up and manage accounts, including your Google
device.
Account, Samsung account, email, and
l Do not disturb permission: View which apps social networking accounts.
have permission to change the Do not disturb
settings.
Settings 189
Add an account Account settings
You can add and manage all your email, social Each account has its own set of settings. In addition,
networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. you can configure common settings for all accounts
of the same type.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts >
Account settings and available features vary
Add account.
between account types and service providers.
2. Tap one of the account types. Contact your service provider for more information
3. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and on your account’s settings.
set up the account. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts >
l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic [Account type].
updates to your accounts. 2. Tap an account to configure that account’s sync
settings.
Settings 190
Remove an account Backup and restore
You can remove accounts from your device. Configure your device to backup data to your
1. From Settings, tap Accounts > Accounts > personal accounts.
[Account type].
Google account
2. Tap the account and then tap Remove account.
Enable backup of your information to your Google
account.
Settings 191
External storage transfer Google settings
Back up your data to an SD card or USB storage Configure your device’s Google settings. Available
device, or restore backup data using Smart Switch. options depend on your Google account.
For more information, see Transfer data from your old
device on page 12. u From Settings, tap Google, and select an
option to customize.
u From Settings, tap Accounts > Backup and
restore > External storage transfer.
Settings 192
Accessibility Vision
Accessibility services are special features that make You can turn on Accessibility features to assist with
using the device easier for those with certain visual aspects of the device.
physical disabilities. u From Settings, tap Accessibility > Vision and
For more information about Accessibility for tap an option:
Samsung products, please contact us at l Voice Assistant: Give spoken feedback to
accessibility@sea.samsung.com. assist blind and low-vision users.
Settings 193
l High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and l Negative colors: Reverse the display of colors
outline of fonts to increase the contrast with from white text on a black background to
the background. black text on a white background.
l High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the l Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the
Samsung keyboard and change its colors to screen if you are color blind or have difficulty
increase the contrast between the keys and reading the display because of the screen
the background. color.
l Show button shapes: Show buttons with l Color lens: Adjust the screen colors if you have
shaded backgrounds to make them stand out. difficulty reading the text.
Settings 195
u From Settings, tap Accessibility > Dexterity More accessibility settings
and interaction and tap an option: Customize additional accessibility features for your
l Universal switch: Control your device with your device.
customized switches. u From Settings, tap Accessibility
l Assistant menu: Improve the device l Text-to-speech: Set your preferred TTS engine
accessibility for users with reduced dexterity. and options. For more information, see
l Easy screen turn on: Turn on the screen Text-to-speech options on page 174.
without having to press any buttons. l Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in
l Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval a series of directions.
for this action. l Direct access: Open your accessibility settings
l Click after pointer stops: Automatically click by pressing the Volume up key and the Power
on an item after the pointer stops over it. key together.
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l Answering and ending calls: Select shortcuts Other settings
for answering and ending calls.
Configure features on your device that make it
l Single tap mode: Dismiss or snooze alarms, easier to use.
calendar events, and timer alerts, and answer
or reject incoming calls with a single tap. Help
l Accessibility settings backup: Import and View the user manual on your device.
export your accessibility settings, or share
u From Settings, tap Help.
them with other devices.
Accessibility services
Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded
from the Google Play store.
Settings 197
Manage game features Phone assistance app
Automatically arrange all your games in one place. Phone assistance apps help you by gathering
For more information on Game Launcher, visit information from the screen currently shown.
samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/game-launcher.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features >
u From Settings, tap Advanced features > Phone assistance app.
Games.
2. Tap an option to customize:
l Tap On/Off to enable Game Launcher.
• Phone assistance app: Select your default
assistance app.
Settings 198
Dual messenger About phone
Use two separate accounts for the same app. View information about your device, including
current status, legal information, hardware and
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features >
software versions, and more.
Dual messenger.
1. From Settings, tap About phone, and then
2. Tap On/Off next to supported apps to enable the
view your phone number, model number, serial
feature for each app.
number, and IMEI information.
Settings 199
Getting help
Videos
samsung.com/spsn
Smart Simulator
samsungsimulator.com
Tips
samsung.com/us/support/videos
Samsung Care
samsung.com/us/support
Legal 201
End User License Agreement:
Intellectual property
l English: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by
EULA4 or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its
l Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal- respective suppliers relating to the Product, including
EULA4/#SPANISH but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software
relating thereto, is proprietary to Samsung and
Find legal information on the mobile device
protected under federal laws, state laws, and
The full Arbitration Agreement, Standard Limited international treaty provisions. Intellectual Property
Warranty, End User License Agreement (EULA) and includes, but is not limited to, inventions (patentable
Health & Safety Information are also available on the or unpatentable), patents, trade secrets, copyrights,
device, in the Samsung legal section of Settings. The software, computer programs, and related
location depends on the device, and is usually in the documentation and other works of authorship.
“About device” or “About phone” section, for
example:
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You may not infringe or otherwise violate the rights Disclaimer of
secured by the Intellectual Property. Moreover, you
agree that you will not (and will not attempt to) warranties; exclusion
modify, prepare derivative works of, reverse
engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise
of liability
The information below explains that a user accepts
attempt to create source code from the software. No
this Product as sold, including the hardware and
title to or ownership in the Intellectual Property is
software components as created and packaged for
transferred to you. All applicable rights of the
sale. If the user changes these parameters through a
Intellectual Property shall remain with Samsung and
unique modification, Samsung will not be held
its suppliers.
responsible for damages or issues that result from
these end-user changes.
Open source software
Except as set forth in the Standard Limited Warranty
Some software components of this product, including
that accompanies the Product, the purchaser takes
but not limited to ‘PowerTOP’ and ‘e2fsprogs’,
the product “as is”, and Samsung makes no express
incorporate source code covered under GNU General
or implied warranty of any kind whatsoever with
Public License (GPL), GNU Lesser General Public
respect to the Product, including but not limited to
License (LGPL), OpenSSL License, BSD License and
the:
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code covered under the open source licenses, please
visit: opensource.samsung.com
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l merchantability of the Product or its fitness for Modification of
any particular purpose or use;
l compliance of the Product with the requirements Using custom OS software may cause your device
of any law, rule, specification or contract and applications to work improperly. Your carrier
pertaining thereto. may not permit users to download certain software,
such as custom OS.
Nothing contained in the User Manual shall be
construed to create an express or implied warranty If your carrier prohibits this, and if you attempt to
of any kind whatsoever with respect to the Product. download software onto the device without
In addition, Samsung shall not be liable for any authorization; you will be notified on the screen that
damages of any kind resulting from the purchase or the device will no longer operate and you will then
use of the Product or arising from the breach of the be instructed to power down the device. You must
express warranty, including incidental, special or then contact your carrier to restore the device to the
consequential damages, or loss of anticipated profits carrier authorized settings.
or benefits.
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Samsung Knox Your device has been tested in a controlled
environment and shown to be water and dust
Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is
resistant in certain circumstances (meets
a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with
requirements of classification IP68 as described by
enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may
the international standard IEC 60529 – Degrees of
be required. For more information about Knox,
Protection provided by Enclosures [IP Code]; test
please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox.
conditions: 15-35°C, 86-106 kPa, 5.0 feet, for 30
minutes). Despite this classification, your device is
Maintaining water and not impervious to water damage in any situation. It
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the
rating system. device.
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entering the system. l Water resistant based on IP68 rating, which tests
submersion in fresh water up to 5 feet for up to
l Whenever your device gets wet, dry it thoroughly
30 minutes. If Device is exposed to fresh water,
with a clean, soft cloth. If your device has gotten
dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth; if
wet, you should dry the inside of the charging port
exposed to liquid other than fresh water, rinse
before inserting a power connector to charge your
with fresh water and dry as directed.
device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your
device may operate abnormally. For example, it
may charge more slowly or overheat.
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Warning! Liquid other than fresh water may enter Restricting children’s
the device faster. Failure to rinse the device in fresh
water and dry it as instructed may cause the device access to your mobile
to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues.
device
l Do not expose the device to water at high Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play
pressure. with it because they could hurt themselves and
l If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the others, damage the device, or make calls that
water and dust resistant features of the device increase your device bill. Keep the device and all its
may be damaged. parts and accessories out of the reach of small
children.
l To maintain the water-resistant and
dust-resistant features of your device, if an
S Pen is available for use, verify it is securely
inserted prior to any exposure to liquids.
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America, Inc.
Address: Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain
Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to
85 Challenger Road verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded
Ridgefield Park apps on your device may not be compatible with
New Jersey 07660 DRM-protected files.
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device
Internet: samsung.com may vary.
©2018 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung, The actual available capacity of the internal memory
Samsung Galaxy, Samsung Galaxy Note, Multi is less than the specified capacity because the
Window, S Pen, Samsung Gear, Samsung Health, operating system and default applications occupy
Samsung Pay, and Smart Switch are all trademarks part of the memory. The available capacity may
of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. change when you upgrade the device.
Other marks are the property of their respective Please check with your service provider to verify
owners. qualifying services/features.