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How do I turn on the device?

Press and hold the Side key to turn the device on.

How do I turn off the device?

Press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time, and tap Power off. Confirm when prompted.

How do I restart the device?

Press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time, and tap Restart. Confirm when prompted.

What is the SetupWizard?

The SetupWizard guides you through the basics of setting up your device the first time you turn it on. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi network, set up accounts, choose location services, and learn about your device’s features.

How do I transfer data from an old device?

Download Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes, calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your data using a USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Bring data from old device. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.

How do I lock or unlock my device?

By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. Press the Side key to lock the device. Press the Side key to turn on the screen, and then swipe the screen to unlock it.

How do I customize the shortcuts assigned to the Side key?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. Tap Double press to enable this feature, and tap an option:

Quick launch camera (default)
Open app

How do I add a Google Account?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. Tap Add account > Google. Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage, apps installed from your account, and make full use of your device’s Android™ features.

How do I add a Samsung account?

From Settings, tap Samsung account. Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps.

How do I add an Outlook account?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. Tap Add account > Outlook. Sign in to your Outlook® account to view and manage email messages.

How do I set up voicemail?

From Phone, touch and hold the 1 key or tap Voicemail. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.

How do I use the touch screen?

Tap: Lightly touch items to select or launch them.
- Tap an item to select it.
- Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.
Swipe: Lightly drag your finger across the screen.
- Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
- Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
Drag and drop: Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location.
- Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
- Drag a widget to place it in a new location.
Zoom in and out: Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out.
- Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in.
- Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out.
Touch and hold: Touch and hold items to activate them.
- Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options.
- Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen.

How do I use the navigation buttons?

From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Buttons. Tap an option under Button order to choose which side of the screen the Back and Recent apps icons display.

How do I use navigation gestures?

From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Swipe gestures to enable the feature. Tap an option to customize:

More options: Choose a gesture type and sensitivity.
Gesture hint: Display lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen gesture is located.
- Switch apps when hint hidden: When gesture hint is disabled, you can still switch between apps using the gesture when this option is enabled.
Show button to hide keyboard: Show an icon on the bottom right corner of the screen to hide the keyboard when the device is in portrait mode.

How do I add an app icon to the Home screen?

From Apps, touch and hold an app icon, and tap Add to Home.

How do I remove an icon from the Home screen?

From a Home screen, touch and hold an app icon, and then tap Remove.

How do I change the wallpaper?

From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and then tap Wallpaper and style. Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers:

Tap the Lock screen and Home screen images to edit them.
Browse my wallpapers: Choose from a variety wallpaper options, or download more from Galaxy Themes.
Color palette: Choose a palette based on colors from your wallpaper.
Apply Darkmode to Wallpaper: Enable to apply Darkmode to your wallpaper.

How do I set a theme?

From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. Tap Themes, and tap a theme to preview and download it. Tap Menu > My stuff > Themes to see downloaded themes. Tap a theme, and then tap Apply to apply the selected theme.

How do I apply different icon sets?

From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. Tap Themes > Icons, and tap an icon set to preview and download it. Tap Menu > My stuff > Icons to see downloaded icons. Tap an icon, and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set.

How do I add widgets to the home screen?

From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. Tap Widgets, and then tap a widget set to open it. Swipe to the widget you want to add to the Home screen, and tap Add.

How do I customize a widget?

From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget, and tap an option:

Create stack: Add other widgets of the same size to stack in the same place on the screen.
Remove: Delete a widget from your screen.
Settings: Customize the function or appearance of the widget.
App info: Review the widget usage, permissions, and more.

How do I customize Home screen settings?

From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. Tap Settings to customize:

Home screen layout: Set your device to have separate Home and Apps screens, or only a Home screen where all apps are located.
Home screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Home screen.
Apps screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Apps screen.
Folder grid: Choose a layout to determine how folders are arranged.
Add media page to Home screen: When enabled swipe right from the Home screen to show a media page. Tap to view available media services.
Show Apps screen button on Home screen: Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen.
Lock Home screen layout: Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned.
Add new apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly-downloaded apps to the Home screen.
Hide apps on Home and Apps screens: Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens. Return to this screen to restore hidden apps. Hidden apps are still installed and can appear as results in Finder searches.
App icon badges: Enable to show badges on apps with active notifications. You can also choose the badge style.
Swipe down for notification panel: Enable this feature to open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen.
Rotate to landscape mode: Rotate the Home screen automatically when your device’s orientation is changed from portrait to landscape.
About Home screen: View version information.
Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.

How do I enable Easymode?

From Settings, tap Display > Easymode. Tap to enable this feature.

Touch and hold delay: Set how long it takes for a continuous touch to be recognized as a touch and hold.
High contrast keyboard: Choose a keyboard with high contrast colors.

How do I configure display options for the Status bar?

From Quick settings, tap More options > Status bar to configure settings for Status bar notifications.

How do I view the Notification panel?

Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel. To open an item, tap it. To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. To clear all notifications, tap Clear. To customize notifications, tap Notification settings. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the Notification panel.

How do I open or close the Notification panel by swiping on the fingerprint sensor?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Finger sensor gestures. Tap to enable the feature.

How do I access Quick settings?

Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. Swipe down again from the top of the screen to display Quick settings. Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off. Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting.

What are the available options in Quick settings?

Finder search: Search the device.
Power off: Power off and Restart options.
Open settings: Quickly access the device’s settings menu.
More options: Reorder Quick settings or change the button layout.
Device control: Control other devices when supported apps like SmartThings or Google Home are installed.
Media output: Access the Media panel and control playback of connected audio and video devices.
Brightness slider: Drag to adjust the screen brightness.

How do I set up Modes and Routines?

From Settings, tap Modes and Routines for the following pages:

Modes: Choose a mode based on what you are doing or where you are.
Routines: Create phone routines based on times or places.

How do I access Digital Wellbeing and parental controls?

From Settings, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls for the following features:

Tap the Dashboard to view the following:
- Screen time: View how long an app has been opened and used each day.
- Notifications received: View how many notifications have been received from an app each day.
- Times opened/Unlocks: View how many times an app has been opened each day.
Screen time goal: Set a screen time goal and view your daily average.
App timers: Set a daily limit for how long you use each app.
Driving monitor: Monitor your screen time while connected to your car’s Bluetooth and see which apps you use the most.
Volume monitor: Choose a sound source to monitor the volume and keep your ears safe.
Parental controls: Supervise your children’s digital life with Google’s Family Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen time, and set screen time limits.

How do I set up Face recognition?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Face recognition. Follow the prompts to register your face. To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.

How do I customize face recognition?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Face recognition.

Remove face data: Delete existing faces.
Add alternative appearance to enhance recognition: Enhance face recognition by adding an alternative appearance.
Face unlock: Enable or disable face recognition security.
Stay on Lock screen until swipe: When you unlock your device with face recognition, stay on the Lock screen until you swipe the screen.
Require open eyes: Facial recognition will only recognize your face when your eyes are open.
Brighten screen: Increase the screen brightness temporarily so that your face can be recognized in dark conditions.
About face recognition: Learn additional information about securing your device with face recognition.

How do I set up fingerprint recognition?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.

How do I manage my fingerprints?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints:

The list of registered fingerprints is at the top of this list. You can tap a fingerprint to remove or rename it.
Add fingerprint: Simply follow the prompts to register another fingerprint.
Check added fingerprints: Scan your fingerprint to see if it has been registered.

How do I configure fingerprint verification settings?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints.

Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your device.
Fingerprint always on: Scan your fingerprint even when the screen is off.

How do I configure biometrics settings?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Biometrics for the following:

Show unlock transition effect: Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device.
About unlocking with biometrics: Learn additional information about securing your device with biometrics.

How do I use multi window?

From any screen, tap Recent apps. Tap the app icon, and then tap Open in split screen view. Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen view. Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size.

How do I use the window controls in split screen view?

Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options:

Switch window: Swap the two windows.
Add app pair to: Create and add an app pair shortcut to the Home screen or Apps edge panel.

How do I enable Edge panels?

From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels, tap to enable this feature.

How do I open the Edge panels?

Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panels.

How do I use the Apps panel?

From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed. Tap an app or app pair shortcut to open it. You can also tap All apps for the complete app list. To open additional windows in pop-up view, drag the app icon from the Apps panel to the open screen.

How do I configure the Apps panel?

From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed. Tap Edit to add other apps to the Apps panel.

To add an app to the Apps panel, find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on the right column.
To create a folder shortcut, drag an app from the left side of the screen on top of an app in the columns on the right.
To change the order of the apps on the panel, drag each app to the desired location.
To remove an app, tap Remove. Tap Back to save changes.

How do I configure Edge panels?

From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > Panels. The following options are available:

Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel.
Edit (if available): Configure individual panels.
Search: Find panels that are either installed or available to install.
More options:
- Reorder: Change the order of the panels by dragging them to the left or right.
- Uninstall: Remove a downloaded Edge panel from your device.
- Hide on Lock screen: Choose panels to hide on the Lock screen when a secure screen lock is set.
Galaxy Store: Search for and download more Edge panels from Galaxy Store.

Tap Back to save changes.

How do I change the Edge panel position and style?

From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > Handle for the following options:

Edge handle: Drag to change the position of the Edge handle along the edge of the screen.
Position: Choose either Right or Left to set which side the Edge screen displays on.
Lock handle position: Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held.
Style: Choose a color for the Edge handle.
Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle.
Size: Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle.
Width: Drag the slider to adjust the width of the Edge handle.
Vibrate when handle is touched: Vibrate when the Edge handle is touched.

How do I expand the toolbar on the Samsung keyboard?

From the Samsung keyboard, tap Expand toolbar for the following options:

Expression: Explore different types of emojis, GIFs, create custom combined emojis, and more.
Clipboard: Access the clipboard.
One-handed keyboard: Switch to a layout for one-handed use.
Voice input: Use Samsung voice input.
Split keyboard: Change the keyboard to a split version that is separated.
Floating keyboard: Change the keyboard to a floating version that can be moved anywhere on the screen.
Settings: Access keyboard settings.
Search: Locate specific words or phrases in your conversations.
Translate: Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them into another language.
Samsung Pass: Use biometrics for quick, secure access to your personal data and online accounts.
Grammarly: Get suggestions from Grammarly as you type.
Emojis: Insert an emoji.
GIFs: Add animated GIFs.
Bitmoji: Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers.
Mojitok: Create your own stickers or insert automatically suggested ones.
AR Emoji: Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers you can share.
Spotify: Add music from Spotify™.
YouTube: Add videos from YouTube.
Keyboard size: Adjust the height and width of the keyboard.
Text editing: Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to cut, copy, and paste.

How do I configure the Samsung keyboard?

From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for the following options:

Languages and types: Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard.
- To switch between languages, swipe the Space bar left or right. Smart typing
- Predictive text: As you type see suggested words and phrases.
- Suggest emojis: Include emojis when using predictive text.
- Suggest stickers while typing: View recommended stickers while you are typing.
- Auto replace: Automatically replace what you type with predictive text recommendations.
- Suggest text corrections: Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections.
- Text shortcuts: Create shortcuts for frequently used phrases.
- More typing options: Customize additional typing options. Style and layout
- Keyboard toolbar: View or hide the keyboard toolbar.
- High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
- Theme: Choose a theme for your keyboard.
- Mode: Choose between portrait and landscape mode.
- Size and transparency: Adjust the size and transparency of the keyboard.
- Layout: Display numbers and special characters on the keyboard.
- Font size: Drag the slider to adjust the font size.
- Custom symbols: Change the symbol shortcuts on the keyboard. Other settings
- Voice input: Configure voice input services and settings.
- Swipe, touch, and feedback: Customize gestures and feedback.
- Save screenshots to clipboard: Enable saving screenshots to the keyboard clipboard.
- Select third-party content to use: Enable third-party keyboard features.
- Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data.
- About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard.
- Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.

How do I use Samsung voice input?

From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input and speak your text.

How do I open the Camera app?

From Apps, tap Camera. You can also quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app.

How do I navigate the camera screen?

Tap the screen where you want the camera to focus. When you tap the screen, a brightness scale appears. Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras, swipe the screen up or down.
To zoom at a precise level, tap 1x and tap an option at the bottom of the screen. (Only available when using the rear camera).
To change to a different shooting mode, swipe the screen right or left.
To change camera settings, tap Settings. Tap Capture to take a picture.

How do I configure the camera shooting mode?

From Camera, swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes.

Portrait: Adjust the background of your shots for portrait photos.
Photo: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures.
Video: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos.
More: Choose other available shooting modes. Tap Add to drag modes into or out of the shooting modes tray at the bottom of the Camera screen.
- Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while taking pictures.
- Macro: Capture close-up images of objects from 3-5 cm away.
- Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction.
- Night: Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the flash.

How do you take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food?

Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food.

How do you record videos in slow motion?

Record videos at a high frame rate for viewing in slow motion.

How do you access the AR Zone?

From Camera, swipe to More, and then tap AR Zone.

What features are available in the AR Zone?

The following features are available:

AR Emoji Studio: Use AR tools to create and customize your My Emoji avatar.
AR Emoji Stickers: Add AR stickers to your My Emoji avatar.
Deco Pic: Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera.

How do you record a video?

From Camera, swipe right or left to change the shooting mode to Video.
Tap Record to begin recording a video.

To take a picture while recording, tap Capture.
To temporarily stop recording, tap Pause. To continue recording, tap Resume.

Tap Stop when you are finished recording.

How do you configure camera settings?

From Camera, tap Settings for the following options:

What is the Scene optimizer intelligent feature?

Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter.

What does the Scan QR codes feature do?

Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera.

What can you do when you swipe the Shutter button?

Choose to either take a burst shot or create a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge.

How do you add a watermark to the bottom left corner of your pictures?

Add a watermark to the bottom left corner of your pictures using the Watermark feature.

How do you save pictures as high efficiency images to save space?

Save pictures as high efficiency images to save space using the High efficiency pictures feature. Some sharing sites may not support this format.

How do you save selfies as they appear in the preview without flipping them?

Save selfies as they appear in the preview without flipping them using the Save selfies as previewed feature.

How do you record videos in HEVC format to save space?

Record videos in HEVC format to save space using the Reduce file size feature. Other devices or sharing sites may not support playback of this format.

How do you activate anti-shake to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving?

Activate anti-shake to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving using the Video stabilization feature.

How do you capture more detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots?

Capture more detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots using the Auto HDR feature.

How do you display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video?

Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video using the Grid lines feature.

How do you attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos?

Attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos using the Location tags feature.

How can you use the Volume keys when taking pictures or recording video?

Use the Volume keys to take pictures, record video, zoom, or control system volume using the Press Volume keys to feature.

How do you add an extra shutter button that you can move anywhere on the screen?

Add an extra shutter button that you can move anywhere on the screen using the Floating shutter button feature.

How do you take a picture by holding your hand out with your palm facing the camera?

Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds using the Show palm feature.

How do you launch the Camera with the same settings as the last time?

Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting mode, selfie angle, and filters as the last time by using the Settings to keep feature.

How do you choose a location to store pictures and videos?

Choose a location to store pictures and videos using the Storage location feature. A microSD card (not included) must be installed to view Storage location.

How do you play a tone when taking a picture?

Play a tone when taking a picture using the Shutter sound feature.

How do you view Samsung’s privacy information?

View Samsung’s privacy information using the Privacy Notice feature.

How do you view required and optional permissions for the Camera app?

View required and optional permissions for the Camera app using the Permissions feature.

How do you reset the Camera settings?

Reset the Camera settings using the Reset settings feature.

How do you view app and software information for the Camera?

View app and software information using the About Camera feature.

How do you contact Samsung support through Samsung Members?

Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members using the Contact us feature.

How do you access the Gallery to view visual media stored on your device?

From Apps, tap Gallery.

What can you do in the Gallery app?

You can view, edit, and manage pictures and videos.

How do you customize collections of pictures and videos in the Gallery app?

You can view pictures and videos and sort images into custom albums.

How do you view pictures in the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap Pictures.
Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.

To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites.

How do you access more features for a picture in the Gallery app?

Tap More options to access features such as:

Details: View and edit information about the picture.
Add portrait effect: Enhance or reduce the visibility of the background in your portrait photos by dragging the slider.
Copy to clipboard: Copy the image to paste in another app.
Set as wallpaper: Set the picture as wallpaper.
Move to Secure Folder: Move the picture to a Secure Folder.
Print: Send the picture to a connected printer.

How do you edit pictures in the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap Pictures.
Tap a picture to view it, and then tap Edit for the following options:

Auto adjust: Apply automatic adjustments to improve the picture.
Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture.
Filters: Add color effects.
Tone: Adjust the brightness, exposure, contrast, and more.
Decorations: Add text, stickers, or hand drawn content.
More options: Access additional editing features.
Revert: Undo the changes applied to restore the original picture.

Tap Save when finished.

How do you play videos in the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap Pictures.
Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.

To mark the video as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites. The video is added to Favorites under the Albums tab.
To access the following features, tap More options:
- Details: View and edit information about the video.
- Open in Video player: View this video in the default video player.
- Set as wallpaper: Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen.
- Move to Secure Folder: Add this video to your Secure Folder.

Tap Play video to play the video.

How do you edit videos in the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap Pictures.
Tap a video to view it.
Tap Edit to cut segments of the video.
Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted.

How do you share pictures and videos from the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap Pictures.
Tap More options > Edit and select the pictures or videos you want to share.
Tap Share, and then choose an app or connection to use for sharing your selection. Follow the prompts.

How do you delete pictures and videos in the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap More options > Edit.
Tap pictures and videos to select them.
Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

How do you group similar images in the Gallery app?

From Gallery, tap Group similar images.
Tap Ungroup similar images to return to the default Gallery view.

How do you take a screenshot?

From any screen, press and release the Side and Volume down keys.

How do you modify screenshot settings?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Screenshots.

What are the available screenshot settings?

Show toolbar after capturing: Show additional options after you take a screenshot.
Delete after sharing from toolbar: Automatically delete screenshots after they are shared through the screenshot toolbar.
Hide status and navigation bars: Do not display the status bar or navigation bars on screenshots.
Format: Choose if you would like your screenshots to be saved as JPG or PNG files.

How do you access the Apps list?

From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to access the Apps list.

How do you uninstall or disable apps?

From Apps, touch and hold an app, and tap Uninstall/Disable.

How do you search for apps?

From Apps, tap Search, and enter a word or words. As you type, matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen.
Tap a result to go to that app.

How do you customize the search settings for apps?

You can customize the search settings by tapping More options > Settings.

How do you sort apps?

From Apps, tap More options > Sort for the following sorting options:

Custom order: Arrange apps manually.
Alphabetical order: Sort apps alphabetically.

How do you remove empty icon spaces when apps are arranged manually?

When apps are arranged manually (Custom order), empty icon spaces can be removed by tapping More options > Clean up pages.

How do you create and use folders for apps?

From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted.
Release the app shortcut to create the folder.

Folder name: Name the folder.
Palette: Change the folder color.
Add apps: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Done.

Tap Back to close the folder.

How do you copy a folder to a Home screen?

From Apps, touch and hold a folder, and tap Add to Home.

How do you delete a folder?

From Apps, touch and hold a folder to delete.
Tap Delete folder, and confirm when prompted.

How do you use Game Booster?

While playing a game, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view the navigation bar. The following options are seen on the far right and left sides:

Touch protection: Lock the screen to prevent accidental taps. This is the default option.
Game Booster: Configure other options, including performance monitoring and blocking the navigation bar, screen touches, and screenshots.

How do you manage app settings?

From Settings, tap Apps. Tap an option to customize:

Choose default apps: Choose which apps to use for making calls, sending messages, going to websites, and more.
Samsung app settings: View a list of Samsung apps and customize their settings.
Your apps: Tap an app to view and update information about its privacy and usage settings. Options vary by app.

How do you reset app options that have been changed?

Tap More options > Reset app preferences.

How do you access the AR Zone?

Access all of your Augmented Reality (AR) features in one place.

How do you download apps from the Galaxy Store?

A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Store.

How do you access Game Launcher?

If Game Launcher is not seen in the Apps list, then from Settings, tap Advanced features > Game Launcher, and then tap.

How do you access live TV shows, news, articles, and interactive games for free?

Access live TV shows, news and articles from numerous sources, and interactive games entirely free of charge using the Samsung Free app.

How do you contribute to the Global Goals initiative?

Learn more about the Global Goals initiative and contribute towards donations that support these causes with ads from this app by using the Samsung Global Goals app.

How do you access free news and entertainment on your Samsung devices?

Enjoy free news, entertainment, and more on your Samsung TV and mobile devices using the Samsung TV Plus app.

How do you make payments with your device using Samsung Wallet?

Samsung Wallet lets you make payments with your device. It is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card. A Samsung account is required.

How do you transfer data from an old device using Smart Switch?

Use Smart Switch to transfer contacts, photos, and other content from your old device.

How do you control and automate your home environment using SmartThings?

SmartThings allows you to control, automate, and monitor your home environment through a mobile device to fit your specific needs. You can use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time. Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard.

What features does the Calculator app have?

The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit converter.

How do you view past calculations in the Calculator app?

View past calculations using the History feature.

How do you convert between measurements in the Calculator app?

Convert between measurements using the Unit converter feature.

How do you add accounts to the Calendar app?

From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer.
Tap Manage calendars > Add account and select an account type.
Enter your account information and follow the prompts.

How do you set different alert styles for the Calendar app?

From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer > Calendar settings > Alert style. The following options are available:
- Light: Receive a notification and hear a short sound.
- Medium: Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound.
- Strong: Get a full-screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed.
Depending on the alert style selected above, the following sound options are available:
- Short sound: Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles.
- Long sound: Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style.

How do you create an event in the Calendar app?

From Calendar, tap Add detailed event to add an event.
Enter details for the event, and then tap Save.

How do you delete an event in the Calendar app?

From Calendar, tap an event, and tap again to edit it.
Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

How do you set an alarm using the Clock app?

From Clock, tap Add alarm.
Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
- Time: Set a time for the alarm.
- Day: Choose the days for this alarm.
- Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.
- Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set the volume of the alarm.
- Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert.
- Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
Tap Save to save the alarm.

How do you add your sleep schedule to the Clock app?

To add your sleep schedule, create a bedtime reminder, and automatically put your device in Sleep mode, tap More options > Set Sleep mode schedule.

How do you delete an alarm?

From Clock, touch and hold an alarm.
Tap Delete.

How do you set the device to vibrate for alarms and timers whether the Sound mode is set to Mute or Vibrate?

From Clock, tap More options > Settings.
Tap Silence alarms when system sound is off to enable the feature.

How do you receive notifications for upcoming alarms?

From Clock, tap More options > Settings.
Tap Upcoming alarm notification to choose the number of minutes before an upcoming alarm.

How do you view the current time in multiple cities around the globe?

From Clock, tap World clock.
Tap Add city.
Drag the globe to spin it, tap the city you want, and then tap Add.

How do you remove a city from the World clock?

To remove a city, touch and hold it, and tap Delete.

How do you set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in the other listed cities?

From Clock, tap World clock.
Tap More options > Time zone converter.
Tap Menu to choose a different city.
- To add a city to the list, tap Add city.
Swipe the hours, minutes, and period (AM or PM) on the clock to set a time. Local times for the other cities listed are automatically updated.
- To return the clock to the current time, tap Reset.

How do you show weather information on your World clock?

From Clock, tap World clock.
Tap More options > Settings > Show weather to enable or disable weather information.
Tap Temperature to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.

How do you use the Stopwatch?

From Clock, tap Stopwatch.
Tap Start to begin timing.
- To keep track of lap times, tap Lap.
Tap Stop to end timing.
- To continue timing after stopping the clock, tap Resume.
- To reset the Stopwatch to zero, tap Reset.

How do you set a countdown timer?

From Clock, tap Timer.
Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the Timer.
Tap Start to begin the Timer.
- To temporarily stop the Timer, tap Pause. To continue, tap Resume.
- To stop and reset the Timer, tap Delete.

How do you create and save preset timers?

From Clock, tap Timer > More options > Add preset timer.
Configure the countdown time and timer name.
Tap Add to save the timer.
- To edit a saved preset timer, tap More options > Edit preset timers.

How do you customize the Timer options?

From Clock, tap Timer.
Tap More options > Settings.
- Sound: Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own.
- Vibration: Enable vibration for the timer.
- Show mini timer: Show a pop-up window of the timer when the Clock app is minimized.

How do you view and configure settings for all Clock tools?

From Clock, tap More options > Settings.

Permissions: View required and optional permissions for the Clock app.
Customization Service: Sign in to your Samsung account to customize personal content in supported apps.
Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates.

How do you create a contact?

From Contacts, tap Create contact.
Enter details for the contact, and then tap Save.

How do you edit a contact?

From Contacts, tap a contact.
Tap Edit.
Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.
Tap Save.

How do you mark a contact as a favorite?

From Contacts, tap a contact.
Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite.
- To remove the contact from Favorites, tap Favorites.

How do you share a contact?

From Contacts, tap a contact.
Tap Share.
Tap either vCard file (VCF) or Text.
Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.

How do you share contact information with a QR code?

When viewing a contact, tap More > QR code to quickly share the information with friends or family. The QR code automatically updates when you change the contact information fields.

How do you enable your frequent contacts to be displayed in the Share window?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Show contacts when sharing content, and tap to enable the feature.

How do you create a group in Contacts?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Groups.
Tap Create group, and then tap fields to enter information about the group:
- Group name: Enter a name for the new group.
- Group ringtone: Customize the sounds for the group.
- Add member: Select contacts to add to the new group, and then tap Done.
Tap Save.

How do you add or remove contacts from a group?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Groups, and then tap a group.

To remove a contact, touch and hold a contact to select it, and then tap Remove.
To add a contact, tap Edit > Add member, and then tap the contacts you want to add. When finished, tap Done > Save.

How do you send a text message to members of a group?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Groups, and then tap a group.
Tap More options > Send message.

How do you send an email to members of a group?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Groups, and then tap a group.
Tap More options > Send email.
Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to select all, and then tap Done.
- Only group members that have an email address in their records are displayed.
Choose an email account and follow the prompts.

How do you delete a group?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Groups, and then tap a group.
Tap More options > Delete group.
- To only delete the group, tap Delete group only.
- To delete the group and the contacts in the group, tap Delete group and move members to the trash.

How do you merge contacts?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Manage contacts.
Tap Merge contacts. Contacts with duplicate phone numbers, email addresses, and names will be listed together.
Tap the contacts to select them, and tap Merge.

How do you import contacts?

From Contacts, tap Show navigation menu > Manage contacts.
Tap Import contacts and follow the prompts.

How do you export contacts?

From Contacts tap Show navigation menu > Manage contacts.
Tap Export contacts and follow the prompts.

How do you sync contacts?

From Contacts tap Show navigation menu > Manage contacts.
Tap Sync contacts.

How do you delete contacts?

From Contacts, touch and hold a contact to select it.
- You can also tap other contacts to select them for deletion.
Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

How do you add emergency contacts?

From Settings, tap Safety and emergency > Emergency contacts.

Add member: Choose contacts on your phone as your emergency contacts.
Show on Lock screen: Show emergency contacts on the Lock screen for quick access in an emergency.

How do you use browser tabs in the Internet app?

From Internet, tap Tabs > New tab.

To close a tab, tap Tabs > Close tab.

How do you create a bookmark?

From Internet, tap Add to bookmarks to save the open webpage.

How do you open a bookmark?

From Internet, tap Bookmarks.
Tap a bookmark entry.

How do you save a webpage?

From Internet, tap Tools > Add page to for the following options:

Bookmarks: Add the webpage to your Bookmark list.
Quick access: View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages.
Home screen: Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen.
Saved pages: Save the webpage content on your device so that you can access it offline.

How do you view your browsing history?

From Internet, tap Tools > History.

How do you clear your browsing history?

Tap More options > Clear history.

How do you share webpages?

From Internet, tap Tools > Share, and follow the prompts.

How do you use Secret mode?

From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn on secret mode.
Tap Start to begin browsing in Secret mode.

How do you set up a password or biometric lock to use Secret mode?

From Internet, tap Tabs.
Tap More options > Secret mode settings for the following options:
- Use password: Create a password to enable Secret mode and use biometrics.
- Reset Secret mode: Erase your Secret mode data and restore defaults.

How do you disable Secret mode?

From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode.

How do you modify settings associated with using the Internet app?

From Internet, tap Tools > Settings.

How do you compose a new message?

From Messages, tap Compose new message.

How do you search for a message?

From Messages, tap Search.
Enter keywords in the Search field, and then tap Search on the keyboard.

How do you delete conversations?

From Messages, tap More options > Delete.
Tap each conversation you want to delete.
Tap Delete all, and confirm when prompted.

How do you send an emergency message with pictures and audio to your emergency contacts?

From Settings, tap Safety and emergency > Emergency SOS. Enable to start the following actions by pressing the key five times:

Countdown: Choose the number of seconds before activating emergency actions.
Make emergency call: Choose the number to dial for an emergency call.
Share info with emergency contacts: Enable to send your location to your emergency contacts.

How else can you activate Emergency SOS?

You can also activate Emergency SOS by pressing the Side and Volume down keys, and then tapping Emergency call.

How do you configure the settings for text and multimedia messages?

From Messages, tap More options > Settings.

How do you customize notifications for emergency alerts?

From Settings, tap Safety and emergency > Wireless Emergency Alerts to customize notifications for emergency alerts.

How else can you access Emergency alerts?

From Settings, tap Notifications > Advanced settings > Wireless Emergency Alerts.

How do you view files stored on your device in the My Files app?

Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups:

Recent files: View recently accessed files.
Categories: View your files based on the file type.
Storage: View files saved on your device, optional SD card, and cloud accounts.
- Cloud accounts vary depending on the services you sign in to.
Trash: Choose to restore or permanently remove files that you delete.
Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.

How do you customize file management options in the My Files app?

From My Files, tap More options > Settings for the following options:

Cloud accounts: Connect to and manage your cloud services.
File management: Customize how files are displayed, deleted, and access mobile data.
Analyze storage: Choose a file size to flag when analyzing storage.
Privacy: View the permissions for My Files.

How do you make a call using the Phone app?

From Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call.

Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.

How do you make a call from the Recents tab?

From Phone, tap Recents to display a list of recent calls.
Tap a contact, and then tap Call.

How do you make a call from Contacts?

From Contacts, swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact.

How do you answer a call?

On the incoming call screen, drag Answer to the right to answer the call. On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Answer to answer the call.

How do you decline a call?

On the incoming call screen, drag Decline to the left to reject the call and send it to your voicemail. On the incoming pop-up screen, tap Decline to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.

How do you decline a call with a text message response?

On the incoming call screen, drag Send message upward and select a message. On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Send message and select a message.

How do you end a call?

Tap End call when you are ready to end your call.

How do you adjust call volume?

Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume.

How do you switch to a headset or speaker during a call?

Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker or tap Bluetooth to hear the caller using a Bluetooth headset.

How do you return to the call screen when multitasking?

Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.

How do you end a call while multitasking?

Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap End call.

How do you select a picture or video to show when you make or receive a call?

From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call background for the following options:

Layout: Choose how to show caller info when the person has a profile picture.
Background: Choose a photo to display during a call.

How do you customize how incoming calls are displayed when using other apps?

From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call display while using apps. The following options are available:

Full screen: Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app.
Small pop-up: Display an incoming call as a pop-up at the top of the screen.
Mini pop-up: Display an incoming call as a smaller pop-up.
Keep calls in pop-up: Enable this option to keep calls in the pop-up after they are answered.

How do you view a list of recent calls?

From Phone, tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.

How do you save a contact from a recent call?

From Phone, tap Recents.
Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list, and tap Add to contacts.
Tap Create new contact or Update existing contact.

How do you delete call records?

From Phone, tap Recents.
Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
Tap Delete.

How do you block a number?

From Phone, tap Recents.
Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list, and then tap Details.
Tap Block, or More > Block contact and confirm when prompted.

How else can you modify your Block list?

From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Block numbers.

How can I assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing?

From Phone, tap Keypad > More options > Speed dial numbers. The Speed dial numbers screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers. Tap an unassigned number. You can also tap Menu to select a different Speed dial number than the next one in sequence. Note that Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from Contacts to assign a contact to the number. The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box.

How do I make a call using Speed dial?

From Phone, touch and hold the Speed dial number. If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long, enter the first digits, and then hold the last digit.

How do I remove an assigned Speed dial number?

From Phone, tap More options > Speed dial numbers. Tap Delete by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial.

How do I make an emergency call?

From Phone, enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap Call. Complete your call. During this type of call, you have access to most in-call features. The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency. When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller. The rest of the phone remains secured.

How do I access phone settings?

From Phone, tap More options > Settings.

How do I make a multi-party call?

From the active call, tap Add call to dial the second call. Dial the new number and tap Call. When the call is answered, you can tap Swap or the On hold number to switch between the two calls or tap Merge to hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing).

How do I make a video call?

Tap Phone, enter a number, and then tap Meet or Video call or Video call. Not all devices support video calling. The receiver has the option to accept the video call or answer the call as a regular voice call.

How do I enable Wi-Fi calling?

From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Wi-Fi calling. Tap to enable this feature, and then follow the prompts to set up and configure Wi-Fi calling.

How do I use Real Time Text (RTT)?

From Phone, tap More options > Settings. Tap Real time text for the following options: Choose a visibility option for the RTT call button.

Visible during calls: Show the RTT call button only during calls.
Always visible: Show the RTT call button on the keypad and during calls. 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.

How do I create notes?

From Samsung Notes, tap Add. Use the text options to create content. You can add text, images, voice recordings and more.

How do I create annotated voice recordings?

From Samsung Notes, tap Add. Tap Insert > Voice recording. Use the text options to create content while audio is being recorded. Playback is synced to scroll to the corresponding text.

How do I edit notes?

From Samsung Notes, tap a note to view it. Tap Edit and make changes. When you are finished, tap Navigate up.

What options are available in Samsung Notes?

From Samsung Notes, the following options are available:

Import PDF: Open a PDF in Samsung Notes.
Search: Search for a keyword.
More options: Edit: Select notes to share, delete, save as file, lock, or move. View: Switch between Grid, List, or Simple list. Pin favorites to top: Keep notes marked as your favorites at the top of the main page.

How can I view my notes by category?

From Samsung Notes, tap Show navigation menu for the following options:

Settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app.
All notes: View all notes.
Shared notebooks: View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung account.
Trash: View deleted notes for up to 15 days.
Folders: View notes by groups.
Manage folders: Add, remove, and organize folders.

How do I access device settings?

From a Home screen, swipe down and tap Settings, or from Apps, tap Settings.

How can I search for a specific setting?

From Settings, tap Search, and enter keywords. Tap an entry to go to that setting.

How do I connect to a Wi-Fi network?

From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi and scan for available networks. Tap a network, and enter a password if required, and then tap Connect.

How do I connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network?

From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi. Tap Add network at the bottom of the list. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network, including the network name, security option, and password. You can also select the Hidden network option and view more advanced options. Tap Save.

How do I use a QR code to connect to a Wi-Fi network?

Tap Scan QR code to connect to a Wi-Fi network by using your device’s camera to scan a QR code.

How can I access Intelligent Wi-Fi settings?

From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi. Tap More options > Intelligent Wi-Fi for the following options:

Switch to mobile data: When enabled, your device will switch to mobile data whenever the Wi-Fi connection is unstable. When the Wi-Fi signal is strong, it switches back to Wi-Fi.
Switch to better Wi-Fi networks: Automatically switch to faster or more stable Wi-Fi networks.
Turn Wi-Fi on/off automatically: Turn on Wi-Fi in frequently-used locations.
Show network quality info: Display network information (such as speed and stability) in the list of available Wi-Fi networks.
Detect suspicious networks: Get notified when suspicious activity is detected on the current Wi-Fi network.
Auto Hotspot connection: Automatically connect to a Wi-Fi hotspot when detected.
Intelligent Wi-Fi: View the Intelligent Wi-Fi version.

How can I access Advanced Wi-Fi settings?

From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi. Tap More options > Advanced settings for the following options:

Sync with Samsung Cloud/account: Sync Wi-Fi profiles with your Samsung account.
Show Wi-Fi pop-up: Alert me that Wi-Fi is available when opening apps.
Network notification / Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected.
Manage networks: View saved Wi-Fi networks and configure whether to auto reconnect to or forget individual networks.
Wi-Fi on/off history: View apps that have recently turned your Wi-Fi on or off.
Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi networks that support Hotspot 2.0.
Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates.

How do I use Wi-Fi Direct?

From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi. Tap More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Tap a device, and then follow the prompts to connect.

How do I disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct?

From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi > More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Tap a device to disconnect it.

How do I pair my device with a Bluetooth device?

From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap to turn on Bluetooth. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. When sharing a file, you can tap Bluetooth to use this feature.

How can I rename a paired Bluetooth device?

From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap to turn on Bluetooth. Tap Settings next to the device name, and then tap Rename. Enter a new name, and tap Rename.

How do I unpair from a Bluetooth device?

From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap to turn on Bluetooth. Tap Settings next to the device, and then tap Unpair. Tap Unpair to confirm.

How can I access Advanced Bluetooth settings?

From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth. Tap Advanced settings or More options > Advanced settings for the following options:

Sync with Samsung Cloud/account: Sync files transferred through Bluetooth with your Samsung account.
Phone name: Change the name of your device for Bluetooth connections.
Received files: View a list of files received using Bluetooth.
Music Share: Let friends play music on your Bluetooth speaker or headphones.
Ringtone sync: Use the ringtone set on your device when you receive calls through a connected Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth control history: View apps that have used Bluetooth recently.
Block pairing requests: Add devices to block pairing requests.
Bluetooth scan history: View which apps have recently scanned for nearby Bluetooth devices and manage Bluetooth features for apps.

How do I turn on NFC?

From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and contactless payments, and then tap to turn on this feature.

How do I use Tap and Pay with an NFC payment app?

From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and contactless payments, and then tap to turn on NFC. Tap Contactless payments to see the default payment app. To use another payment app, tap an available app to choose it. To use a payment app that is open, tap Pay with currently open app. To set another payment service as the default, tap Others, and then tap the service you prefer.

How do I enable Airplane mode?

From Settings, tap Connections > Airplane mode, and then tap to enable this feature. While in Airplane mode you can turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth in Settings or from the Quick settings panel.

How do I access Mobile networks settings?

From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile networks. Here, you can configure options such as:

Data roaming access
Access Point Names
Network operators
Network extenders

How do I access Data usage settings?

From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.

How do I turn on Data saver?

From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage > Data saver. Tap to turn on Data saver. To allow some apps to have unrestricted data usage, tap Allowed to use data while Data saver is on, and tap next to each app to specify restrictions.

How can I monitor mobile data usage?

From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. The following options are available:

Mobile data: Use mobile data from your plan.
Mobile data only apps: Set apps to always use mobile data, even when your device is connected to Wi-Fi.
Mobile data usage: View data usage over mobile connections over a period of time. You can view total usage as well as usage by app.
Billing cycle and data warning: Change the monthly date to align with your service provider’s billing date.

How can I monitor Wi-Fi data usage?

From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. Tap Wi-Fi data usage to view data usage over Wi-Fi connections over a period of time. You can view total usage as well as usage by app.

How do I enable Mobile hotspot?

From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. Tap to turn on Mobile hotspot. On the devices you want to connect, activate Wi-Fi and select your device’s Mobile hotspot. Enter the Mobile hotspot password to connect. Connected devices are listed under the heading Connected devices.

How do I configure mobile hotspot settings?

From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. Tap Configure for the following settings:

Network name: View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot.
Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, you can view or change it.
Band: Select one of the available bandwidth options.
Security: Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot.
Advanced: Configure additional Mobile hotspot settings.

How do I use Auto hotspot?

From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot. Tap Auto hotspot, and tap to enable the feature.

How can I use tethering to share my device’s internet connection?

From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering. Tap an option:

Tap Bluetooth tethering to share your device’s Internet connection using Bluetooth.
Connect the computer to the device using a USB cable, and then tap USB tethering.
Connect the computer to the device using an Ethernet adapter, and then tap Ethernet tethering.

How do I use Nearby device scanning?

From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Nearby device scanning. Tap to turn on the feature. This feature sends you a notification when there are available devices to connect to.

How do I connect to a printer?

From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Printing. Tap Default print service, and then tap More options > Add printer. If your printer requires a plugin, tap Download plugin and follow the prompts to add a print service.

How do I set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?

From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. Tap More options > Add VPN profile. Enter the VPN network information provided by your network administrator, and tap Save.

How do I manage a VPN connection?

From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. Tap Settings next to a VPN. Edit the VPN and tap Save, or tap Delete to remove the VPN.

How do I connect to a VPN?

From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. Tap a VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect. To disconnect, tap the VPN, and then tap Disconnect.

How do I configure Private DNS?

From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Private DNS. Tap one of the available options to configure a private DNS connection and tap Save.

How do I connect to a local network using an Ethernet cable?

Connect an Ethernet cable to your device. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Ethernet, and follow the prompts.

How do I access Connected devices settings?

From Settings, tap Connected devices for the following features:

Quick Share: Allow anyone with a Samsung account to share files with your device.
Auto switch Buds: Automatically switch your Galaxy Buds from another device to this device when you make a call, answer a call, or play media.
Call & text on other devices: Make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account.
Continue apps on other devices: Pick up where you left off on your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account.
Smart View: Show your device’s screen or play videos on a nearby TV.
SmartThings: Use your device to connect to an ecosystem of smarter living solutions.
Android Auto: Connect your device and compatible car displays so that you can focus on driving.

How do I change the sound mode on my device?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode:

Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts. You can also set your device to vibrate in addition to ringing when you receive a call.
Vibrate: Use vibration only for notifications and alerts.
Mute: Set your device to make no sounds, with an option to set a time limit for muting the device.

How can I customize vibrations?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration. Tap options to customize:

Call vibration: Choose from preset vibration patterns for calls.
Notification vibration: Choose from preset vibration patterns for notifications.
System vibration: Configure vibration intensity and feedback for the following options:
- System vibration intensity: Drag the slider to adjust vibration intensity.
- Touch interactions: Vibrate when you tap navigation buttons or touch and hold items on the screen.
- Dialing keypad: Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad.
- Samsung keyboard: Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard.
- Charging: Vibrate when a charger is connected.
- Navigation gestures: Vibrate when using gestures.
Vibration intensity: Set vibration intensity levels for calls, notifications, and touch interactions by dragging the sliders.

How do I set the volume level for different sound types?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume, and drag the sliders for each sound type. You can also use the Volume keys to adjust the volume. When pressed, a pop-up menu shows the volume level and current sound type. You can tap the menu to expand it, and then adjust the volume of the other sound types by dragging their sliders.

How can I use the volume keys for media volume?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume. Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature.

How do I limit the media volume?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume. Tap More options > Media volume limit. Tap to enable this feature. To set the maximum output volume, drag the Custom volume limit slider. To require a PIN to make changes to the volume setting, tap Set volume limit PIN.

How do I customize my call ringtone?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Ringtone. Drag the slider to adjust the ringtone volume. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it, or tap Add to use an audio file as a ringtone.

How do I choose a preset sound for all notification alerts?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Notification sound. Drag the slider to adjust the notification sound volume. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it. You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique for each app using the App settings menu.

How do I customize system sounds?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > System sound for the following options:

System sound volume: Drag the slider to adjust the system volume.
System sound theme: Choose a sound theme to use for touch interactions, charging, changing the sound mode, and Samsung Keyboard, and more.
Touch interactions: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections.
Dialing keypad: Play a tone when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad.
Samsung keyboard: Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard.
Charging: Play a sound when a charger is connected.
Screen lock/unlock: Play a sound when you lock or unlock the screen.

How do I enable Dolby Atmos?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects for the following options:

Dolby Atmos: Experience breakthrough audio that flows above and around you.
Dolby Atmos for gaming: Apply Dolby Atmos optimized for gaming.

How do I use the Equalizer?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects. Tap Equalizer to choose a music genre.

How do I use the UHQ upscaler?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects. Tap UHQ upscaler and choose an upscaling option. This feature is only available with a headset connected.

How do I use Adapt sound?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects > Adapt sound. Tap Adapt sound for to select when to change the sound settings. Tap the sound profile that fits you best, and tap Settings to customize. You can also tap Test my hearing to let your device identify the best sound for you.

How do I use Separate app sound?

From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Separate app sound. Tap Turn on now to enable Separate app sound, and then set the following options:

App: Choose an app to play its sound on a separate audio device.
Audio device: Choose the audio device that you want the app’s sound to be played on.

How do I choose which apps are allowed to send notifications?

From Settings, tap Notifications > App notifications, and then tap to enable notifications for individual apps.

How do I customize lock screen notifications?

From Settings, tap Notifications > Lock screen notifications, and then tap to enable the feature. Tap an option to customize:

Hide content: Do not show notifications in the Notification panel.
Notifications to show: Choose which notifications to show on the Lock screen.

How do I change the notification pop-up style?

From Settings, tap Notifications > Notification pop-up style, and then choose a pop-up style:

Brief: Enable customization of your notifications.
- Apps to show as brief: Choose apps to show as brief notifications.
- Edge lighting style: Choose a style of edge lighting for notifications.
- Color by keyword: Choose custom colors for notifications containing keywords that matter to you.
Detailed: Enable the default Samsung Notification settings.

How do I use Do not disturb mode?

From Settings, tap Notifications > Do not disturb and configure the following:

Do not disturb: Enable Do not disturb to block sounds and notifications.
For how long?: Choose a default duration for Do not disturb mode when you enable it manually.
Schedule:
- Sleeping: Customize a schedule for Do not disturb mode while you are sleeping.
- Add schedule: Create a new schedule to configure the days and times to regularly put your device in Do not disturb mode.
Allowed during Do not disturb
- Calls and messages: Tap to allow Do not disturb exceptions.
- App notifications: Add apps that you would like to receive notifications from in Do not disturb mode. Call, message, and conversation notifications will still reach you even if you don’t allow the associated apps.
- Alarms and sounds: Enable sounds and vibrations for alarms, events, and reminders while Do not disturb mode is active.
- Hide notifications: View customization options to hide notifications.

How can I access Advanced notifications settings?

From Settings, tap Notifications > Advanced settings. The following options are available:

Show notification icons: Modify how many notifications appear on the Status bar.
Show battery percentage: Display the current battery life of your device on the Status bar.
Notification history: Display recent and snoozed notifications.
Conversations: View conversation notifications. Touch and hold a conversation notification to mark it as priority, set it as alerting, or silent.
Floating notifications: Enable floating notifications in either Bubbles or Smart pop-up view.
Suggest actions and replies for notifications: Get applicable suggestions for actions to notifications and replies to messages.
Show snooze button: Enable to display a button to quickly snooze your notifications.
Notification reminders: Enable and customize periodic reminders about notifications from selected apps and services. Clear notifications to stop the reminders.
App icon badges: Identify which apps have active notifications with badges that appear on their icons. Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the number of unread notifications.
Wireless Emergency Alerts: Customize notifications for emergency alerts.

How do I set my device to vibrate when I pick it up to notify me of missed calls and messages?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Alert when phone picked up to enable.

How do I mute incoming calls and alarms by turning my phone face down?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Turn over to mute, and tap to enable.

How do I enable Dark mode?

From Settings, tap Display for the following options:

Light: Apply a light color theme to your device (default).
Dark: Apply a dark color theme to your device.
Dark mode settings: Customize when and where Dark mode is applied.
- Turn on as scheduled: Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule.

How do I adjust screen brightness?

From Settings, tap Display. Customize options under Brightness:

Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level.
Tap Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the screen brightness based on the lighting conditions. You can also adjust screen brightness from the Quick settings panel.

How do I adjust Motion smoothness?

From Settings, tap Display > Motion smoothness. Tap an option, and then tap Apply.

How do I enable Eye comfort shield?

From Settings, tap Display > Eye comfort shield, and then tap to enable this feature. Tap an option to customize:

Set schedule and choose Always on, Sunset to sunrise, or Custom.
Drag the Color temperature slider to set the opacity of the filter.

How do I customize the font size and style?

From Settings, tap Display > Font size and style for the following options:

Tap Font style to choose a different font. Tap a font to select it, or tap Download fonts to add fonts from Galaxy Store.
Tap Bold font to make all fonts appear with bold weight.
Drag the Font size slider to adjust the size of text.

How do I adjust the screen zoom?

From Settings, tap Display > Screen zoom. Drag the Screen zoom slider to adjust the zoom level.

How do I choose which apps to use in full screen?

From Settings, tap Display > Full screen apps and tap apps to enable this feature and customize options.

How do I hide the camera cutout area?

From Settings, tap Display > Camera cutout and tap apps to enable this feature and customize options.

How do I adjust the screen timeout?

From Settings, tap Display > Screen timeout, and tap a time limit to set it. Note that prolonged display of non-moving images, excluding Always On Display, may result in permanent ghost-like afterimages or degraded image quality. Turn off the display screen when not in use.

How do I increase the touch sensitivity of the screen?

From Settings, tap Display > Touch sensitivity to enable.

How do I use screen saver?

From Settings, tap Display > Screen saver. Choose one of the following options:

None: Do not display a screen saver.
Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors.
Photo table: Display pictures in a photo table.
Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame.
Photos: Display pictures from your Google Photos account. Tap Preview for a demonstration of the selected Screen saver and tap Settings next to a feature for additional options.

How do I enable Lift to wake?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Lift to wake to enable this feature.

How do I enable double tap to turn on the screen?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Double tap to turn on screen to enable this feature.

How do I enable double tap to turn off the screen?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Double tap to turn off screen to enable this feature.

How do I enable Keep screen on while viewing?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Keep screen on while viewing, and tap to enable the feature.

How do I use one-handed mode?

From Settings, tap Advanced features > One-handed mode. Tap to enable the feature and select one of the following options:

Gesture: Swipe down in the center of the bottom edge of the screen.
Button: Tap Home two times in quick succession to reduce the display size.

What are the different screen lock types?

The screen lock types are Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None. Biometric locks are also available. It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks.

How do I set a secure screen lock?

From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). Tap to enable showing notifications on the lock screen. You can choose to hide content or choose which notifications to show. Tap Done to exit the menu. Configure the following screen lock options:

Smart Lock: Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected. A secure screen lock is required for this feature.
Secure lock settings: Customize your secure lock settings. A secure screen lock is required for this feature.
Lock screen: Tap to edit the items on and appearance of the Lock screen.
Widgets: Tap to edit the widgets that appear with the clock on the Lock screen.
Touch and hold to edit: Choose whether to allow items on the Lock screen to be edited by touching and holding them.
Roaming clock: Show the time both where you are and at home while you are roaming.
About Lock screen: Update the Lock screen’s software.

How do I turn on Find My Mobile?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Find My Mobile. Tap to enable Find My Mobile and log in to your Samsung account. The following options are available:

Remote unlock: Allow Samsung to store your PIN, pattern, or password, allowing you to unlock and control your device remotely.
Send last location: Allow your device to send its last location to the Find My Mobile server when the remaining battery charge falls below a certain level.

How do I use Google Play Protect?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > App security > Google Play Protect. Updates are checked for automatically.

How do I check for a Security update?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Updates > Security update to see the latest security update installed and check if a newer update is available.

How do I use the Permission manager?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy > Permission manager. Tap a category, then tap an app to select which permissions you want to be notified about. When using an app or service for the first time that wants to access certain features of your device, a dialog box asks if you want to permit such access.

How do I control app access to the camera, microphone, and clipboard?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy. Under Controls and alerts tap the following options to enable or disable:

Microphone access: Allow apps to use the microphone if they have the appropriate permissions.
Alert when clipboard accessed: Get an alert when an app accesses content copied to the clipboard.

How do I send diagnostic information about my device to Samsung?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy > Other privacy settings. Under Samsung, tap Send diagnostic data to send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when you are having technical problems.

How do I customize Samsung content and recommendations?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy > Other privacy settings. Under Samsung, tap Customization Service to allow Samsung to provide customized content and recommendations.

How do I view Samsung’s privacy information?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy > Other privacy settings. Under Samsung, tap Samsung Privacy to view Samsung’s privacy information.

How do I customize Android and Google privacy features?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Privacy > Other privacy settings. Under Google, tap privacy services to customize them.

How do I use Samsung Pass?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Samsung Pass. Sign in to your Samsung account and add your biometric data.

How do I set up and use Secure Folder?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Secure Folder and follow the prompts to secure content on your device. You must sign in to your Samsung account to set up and use Secure Folder.

How do I use Private Share?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Private share, and follow the prompts to add files. This allows you to share files privately, prevent recipients from resharing, and set expiration dates. Keep your data safe with blockchain technology.

How do I allow installation of unknown third-party apps?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Install unknown apps. Tap to allow installation from an app or source. Warning: Installing unknown third-party apps could make your device and personal data more vulnerable to security risks.

How do I encrypt an SD card?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings > Encrypt SD card. Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your microSD card. This will protect its data and only allow the card information to be accessed from your device with a password.

What should I do before performing a factory reset on my device with an encrypted SD card?

Before initiating a Factory data reset, make sure to decrypt the installed microSD card first, because performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing an encrypted microSD card.

How do I set up a SIM card lock?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts. Tap Lock SIM card to turn on the feature, or tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN.

How do I make passwords visible as I type them?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings > Make passwords visible to turn on the feature.

How do I authorize security features and apps to have administrative access to my device?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings > Device admin apps. Tap an option to turn it on as a device administrator.

How do I manage trusted security certificates?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings for the following options:

View security certificates: Display the certificates on your device.
User certificates: View user certificates that identify your device.
Install from device/phone storage: Install a new certificate from storage.
Clear credentials: Erase credential contents from the device and reset the password.
Certificate management app: Select a certification management app for credential contents.

How do I allow trusted devices to perform selected actions when connected?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings for the following options: Trust agents. This option is only displayed when a lock screen is turned on. For more information, see Set a secure screen lock.

How do I pin an app on my device screen?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings for the following options: Pin windows. This prevents access to other features of your device.

How do I configure my device to receive and install Samsung updates automatically?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings for the following options: Galaxy system app update.

How do I check for security updates?

From Settings, tap Security and privacy > Other security settings for the following options: Security policy updates.

How do I turn on location services?

From Settings, tap Location. Tap to turn on Location services. Note: Some apps require location services be turned on to function.

How do I configure location permissions for apps?

From Settings, tap Location > App permissions. Tap an app and choose which location permissions to grant it. Options vary by app.

How can I see how my location information is used?

From Settings, tap Location. Tap an entry under Location services to see how your location information is used.

How do I enable Wi-Fi scanning for location services?

From Settings, tap Location > Location services. Tap Wi-Fi scanning under Improve accuracy to allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.

How do I enable Bluetooth scanning for location services?

From Settings, tap Location > Location services. Tap Bluetooth scanning under Improve accuracy to allow apps to scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically through Bluetooth, even when Bluetooth is turned off.

How do I view a list of apps that have requested my location?

From Settings, tap Location. Tap an entry under Recent access to view the app’s settings.

How do I turn on Emergency Location Service?

From Settings, tap Safety and emergency > Emergency Location Service. Tap to turn on Emergency Location Service. If supported in your region, when you call or text an emergency number, your device can automatically send its location to emergency response partners.

How do I add an account to my device?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts > Add account. Tap one of the account types. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account. Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts.

How do I customize an account’s settings?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. Tap an account to customize its settings.

How do I remove an account from my device?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. Tap the account and then tap Remove account.

How do I back up my data to my Samsung account?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup and tap an option under Samsung Cloud:

Back up data: Configure your Samsung account to back up your data.
Restore data: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data.

How do I back up my data to my Google Account?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup. Under Google Drive, tap Back up data.

How do I back up my data to external storage?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > External storage transfer. You can back up your data to an SD card or a USB storage device, or restore backup data using Smart Switch.

How do I customize my device’s Google settings?

From Settings, tap Google, and select an option to customize. Available options depend on your Google Account.

How do I use the quick optimization feature?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Optimize now. This feature improves device performance by identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items, deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background, and scanning for malware.

How do I save battery life with power saving mode?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Battery. Tap Power saving to save battery life by limiting background network usage, syncing, and location checking. Choose from additional power saving options to save more power when this mode is enabled.

How do I view background usage limits?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Battery. Tap Background usage limits to view apps that you don’t use often and limit their battery usage. To disable this feature, tap Put unused apps to sleep.

How do I view my recent battery usage?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Battery. Tap Usage since last full charge to view your recent battery usage by time, app, and service.

How do I configure additional battery settings and notifications?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Battery. Tap More battery settings to configure additional battery settings and notifications.

How do I view my storage capacity and usage?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Storage. Tap a category to view and manage files.

How do I mount an SD card?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Storage. Swipe the screen to SD card, and then tap Mount.

How do I unmount an SD card?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Storage. Swipe the screen to SD card, and then tap More options > Unmount.

How do I format an SD card?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Storage. Swipe the screen to SD card, and then tap More options > Format. Tap Format to confirm. Be aware that this action will delete all stored files on the SD card.

How do I check the amount of available memory?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Memory. The used and available memory are shown. Tap Clean now to free up as much memory as possible.

How do I view the full list of apps and services using memory?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Memory. Tap View more to view the full list of apps and services using memory. Tap to include or exclude these apps and services.

How do I view apps not used recently?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Memory. Tap Apps not used recently to view apps and services that are included in this group. Tap to include or exclude these apps and services.

How do I view excluded apps from memory usage checks?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Memory. Tap Excluded apps to view a list of apps that have been excluded. Tap Add apps to choose apps to exclude from memory usage checks.

How do I select how much internal storage to use as virtual memory?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Memory. Tap RAM Plus to select how much internal storage to use as virtual memory to improve app performance.

How do I find panels that are either installed or available to install in Device care?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap Search to find panels that are either installed or available to install.

How do I view information about the restart history and charging and temperature tips in Device care?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap Care report to view information about the restart history and charging and temperature tips.

How do I display the icon for Device care on the Apps screen?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap More options > Add to Apps screen to display the icon for Device care on the Apps screen.

How do I contact Samsung support through Samsung members in Device care?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap More options > Contact us to contact Samsung support through Samsung members.

How do I view version and license information about the Device care feature?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap More options > About Device care to view version and license information about the Device care feature.

How do I enable auto optimization?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap Auto optimization to automatically restart when needed to keep it in the best condition.

How do I check for software updates in Device care?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap Software update to check for software updates.

How do I view the status of my touch screen, sensors, charging, and more in Device care?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap Diagnostics to view the status of you touch screen, sensors, charging, and more.

How do I turn on Maintenance mode to protect my privacy while someone else is using my phone?

From Settings, tap Battery and device care. Tap Maintenance mode to turn on Maintenance mode to protect your privacy while someone else is using your phone, such as when it is being repaired.

How do I add a language to my device?

From Settings, tap General management > Language. Tap Add language, and select a language from the list. Tap Set as default to change the device language. To switch to another language on the list, tap the desired language, and then tap Apply.

How do I choose which language each app uses by default?

From Settings, tap General management > App languages. Tap an app to change the default language.

How do I configure Text-to-Speech options?

From Settings, tap General management > Text-to-speech for the following options:

Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings for options.
Language: Set the default speech language.
Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
Pitch: Set the pitch of the speech.
Play: Tap to play a short demonstration of speech synthesis.
Reset: Reset the speech rate and pitch.

How do I change my default keyboard?

From Settings, tap General management > Keyboard list and default for the following options:

Default keyboard: Choose a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards.
Samsung keyboard: Modify settings for the Samsung keyboard.
Google voice typing: Modify settings for Google Voice input.
Keyboard button on navigation bar: Enable a button on the Navigation bar to quickly switch between keyboards.

How do I customize options when I have a physical keyboard connected to my device?

From Settings, tap General management. Tap Physical keyboard, and then choose an option:

Show on-screen keyboard: Show the on-screen keyboard while a physical keyboard is also being used.
Keyboard shortcuts: Show explanations of the keyboard shortcuts on the screen.
Change language shortcut: Enable or disable language key shortcuts for your physical keyboard.

How do I configure pointer speed and button assignments for a mouse or trackpad?

From Settings, tap General management > Mouse and trackpad for the following options:

Pointer speed: Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower.
Wheel scrolling speed: Drag the slider to the right to scroll faster or to the left to scroll slower.
Enhance pointer precision: Enable to make the mouse cursor move faster or slower depending on how fast you move your mouse.
Pointer size and color: Change the size and color of the mouse pointer.
Primary mouse button: Choose either the Left or Right mouse button to be your primary button.
Secondary button: Choose the action of your secondary mouse button.
Middle button: Choose the action of your middle mouse button.
Additional button 1: Choose an action for another available mouse button.
Additional button 2: Choose an action for another available mouse button.

How do I use autofill services?

From Settings, tap General Management. Tap Passwords and autofill to view your selected services.

How do I set the date and time manually?

From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. When Automatic date and time is disabled, the following options are available:

Set date: Enter the current date.
Set time: Enter the current time.

How do I use the time zone provided by my mobile network?

From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. Enable Automatic time zone to use the time zone provided by your mobile network.

How do I receive time updates based on my location?

From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. Enable Set time zone based on location to receive time updates based on your location.

How do I set the format for displaying time?

From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. Enable Use 24-hour format to set the format for displaying time.

How do I manually check for software updates?

From Settings, tap Software update/System updates. Tap Check for software updates to manually check for software updates.

How do I view a list of all software updates on my device?

From Settings, tap Software update/System updates. Tap Show software update history to view a list of all software updates on your device.

How do I install security updates automatically?

From Settings, tap Software update/System updates. Tap Smart updates to install security updates automatically.

How do I install a tool to install system updates?

From Settings, tap Software update/System updates. Tap Use software upgrade assistant to install a tool to install system updates.

How do I reset all settings?

From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset all settings. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. This will reset everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected.

How do I reset network settings?

From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset network settings. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. This will reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings.

How do I reset accessibility settings?

From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset accessibility settings. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. This will reset device accessibility settings, but downloaded apps and your personal data are not affected.

How do I perform a factory data reset?

From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Factory data reset. Tap Reset and follow the prompts to perform the reset. Be aware that this action will permanently erase ALL data from the device.

What should I do before resetting my device?

Before resetting your device:

Verify that the information you want to keep has transferred to your storage area.
Log in to your Google Account and confirm your user name and password.

How do I enable Google Device Protection?

Adding a Google Account to your device and setting a Lock screen automatically activates Google Device Protection.

How do I disable Google Device Protection?

To disable Google Device Protection, you can either remove all Google Accounts from the device or remove the Lock screen.

How do I remove Google accounts?

From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts > [Google Account]. Tap Remove account.

How do I remove a secure Lock screen?

From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type. Tap either Swipe or None.

How do I view recommended accessibility features?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Recommended for you to view recommendations.

How do I enable TalkBack?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > TalkBack. Tap to enable the feature, and tap an option to customize:

TalkBack shortcut: Choose a shortcut to quickly turn on TalkBack.
Settings: Configure TalkBack settings to better assist you.

How do I enable Spoken assistance?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Spoken assistance. Tap to enable the feature, and tap an option to customize:

Speak keyboard input aloud: The device will read aloud what you type on the keyboard.
Audio description: If available, automatically choose the audio soundtrack with an audio description while watching videos.
Voice Label: Write voice recordings to NFC tags (not included) to provide you with information about objects or locations as you near them.

How do I adjust colors and contrast for easier viewing?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:

Choose an available display mode and tap Apply:
Default: Default display mode.
High contrast: Dark mode, High contrast fonts, High contrast keyboard, Remove animations, and Reduce transparency and blur are turned on.
Large display: Font size and Screen zoom are increased and Bold font and Highlight buttons are turned on.
High contrast theme: Adjust colors and screen fonts to increase the contrast for easier viewing.
High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the contrast with the background.
High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
Highlight buttons: Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out better against the wallpaper.

How do I adjust visual aspects of my device? From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:

Color inversion: Reverse the display of colors from white text on a black background to black text on a white background.
Color correction: Adjust the color of the screen if you find it difficult to see some colors.
Remove animations: Remove certain screen effects if you are sensitive to motion.
Reduce transparency and blur: Reduce visual effects on dialogs and menus to make them easier to see.
Extra dim: Dim the screen beyond the minimum brightness setting for more comfortable viewing. Tap for additional options.

How do I increase the size of supported screen elements? From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:

Magnification: Use exaggerated gestures such as triple-tapping, double pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.
Magnifier: Magnify your surroundings using the camera.
Pointer size and color: Use a large pointer for a connected mouse or touchpad (accessories not included).

How do I configure screen fonts? From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:

Font size and style: Configure screen fonts.

How do I configure the screen zoom level? From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:

Screen zoom: Configure the screen zoom level.

How do I activate real-time text (RTT) calling?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Real time text: Activate real-time text (RTT) calling.

How do I use Live Transcribe?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Live Transcribe: Use the microphone to record speech and convert it to text.

How do I automatically caption speech in media played on my device?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Live Caption: Automatically caption speech in media played on your device.

How do I configure closed caption and subtitle services?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Caption preference: Configure closed caption and subtitle services.

How do I receive alerts when the device detects a baby crying or a doorbell?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Sound notifications: Receive alerts when the device detects a baby crying or a doorbell.

How do I improve the sound quality to work better with hearing aids?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Hearing aid support: Improve the sound quality to work better with hearing aids.

How do I amplify the sounds of conversations with headphones?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Amplify ambient sound: Enable this feature and connect headphones to your device to amplify the sounds of conversations.

How do I customize the sound for each ear?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Adapt sound: Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening experience.

How do I turn off all notifications and audio for privacy?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Mute all sounds: Turn off all notifications and audio for privacy.

How do I switch audio from stereo to mono?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono.

How do I adjust the left and right sound balance?

From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:

Left/right sound balance: Use the sliders to adjust the left and right balance for connected audio and device speakers.

How do I control my device with customized switches?