VERIZON SAMSUNG GALAXY S7 (02) PDF MANUAL

Earpiece: Listen to a call.

Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself.

Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, restart it, or for quick access to Emergency mode. Press to lock or wake up the screen.

Back: Return to the previous screen or close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard.

Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature.

Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for Multi window.

Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio playback.

Status light: Display a light when the battery is low, charging, or fully charged, when a notification arrives, or when recording voice.

Proximity sensors: Detect the presence of objects near the device.

SIM card/Memory card tray: Install the SIM card and an optional memory card (not included) for storage of files.

Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when taking a photo or recording video.

Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate using your fingertip when using the S Health™ app.

Headset jack: Connect an optional headset (not included).

USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB charger (included) and other optional accessories (not included).

Microphone: Record audio and detect voice commands.

Speaker: Play music and other sounds.

Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.

Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray.

1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until the tray pops out.

2. Place the SIM card on the tray. Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown.

3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold contacts facing down.

4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into the slot.

Important: To prevent water and dust from entering the device, remove any dust on the O-Ring and ensure that the SIM card tray is closed tightly.

Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the device cannot detect it. Reorient the card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is not detected.

Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children.

Whenever your device gets wet, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth.

Do not expose the device to salt water or ionized water, or to water over 5.0 feet deep for more than 30 minutes. If your device is exposed to fresh water, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If the device is exposed to any liquid other than fresh water, rinse the device with fresh water immediately and dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Failure to rinse the device in fresh water and dry it as instructed may cause the device to suffer from operability or cosmetic issues.

Do not expose the device to water at high pressure, such as ocean waves or a waterfall.

If the device is dropped or receives an impact, the water and dust resistant features of the device may be damaged.

The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water or in other liquids.

It is important that all compartments (like the SIM/Memory card tray) are closed tightly.

1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/Accessory port on the device.

2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.

3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device when charging is complete.

Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. A fully discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge time.

Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charging charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.

Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.

Note: This device is also compatible with wireless charging devices approved by Samsung, which are sold separately.

1. Press and hold the Power key until the Device options menu is displayed.

2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.

1. Select Smart Switch during setup.

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Tap Apps > Settings > Backup and reset > Open Smart Switch.

2. Follow the instructions and select the content to transfer.

Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer content faster.

Press the Power key.

Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag your finger across the screen.

Note: To choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen Lock” in the Lock Screen and Security settings.

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From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Samsung account.

– or –

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accounts > Google.

3. If you have more than one Google Account on your device, tap the Google Account you want to remove.

4. Tap More > Remove account.

Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings.

Status icons: Displays information about the device, such as the network signal strength, battery level, and the time.

Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and notification icons (left).

Widget: Runs as a self-contained application (not a shortcut) on a Home screen.

App shortcuts: Launches your favorite applications.

App folder: Groups multiple apps into a folder.

Home screen indicator: Indicates which Home screen is currently visible.

Primary app shortcuts: Displays these shortcuts on all Home screens.

Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your applications.

Notification icons: Displays new messages and emails, available software updates, and more.

From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

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Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.

Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the screens, and then tap + Add.

Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen, and then drag it to the Remove icon.

Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap the Main Home screen icon (house shape) at the top of a screen. This screen is displayed when you press the Home key.

Change the order of screens: Touch and hold a screen, and then drag it to a new position.

Flipboard Briefing: Swipe to the left of the screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen. To enable or disable this feature, tap On/Off at the top of the screen.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Wallpapers to customize.

Alternatively, access Wallpaper settings:

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Display and wallpaper > Wallpaper.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Widgets.

3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Home screen, and release it.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget until it can be moved.

2. Drag the widget to the Remove icon and release it.

Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it just removes the widget from the Home screen.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Themes to customize.

Alternatively, access Theme settings:

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Themes.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Screen grid.

3. Tap a dimension option (4 x 4, 4 x 5, or 5 x 5) to preview its appearance. The numbers indicate how many icons can be placed horizontally by how many icons can be placed vertically.

4. Tap Apply to apply the selected dimensions.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.

2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it.

1. Touch and hold an app shortcut until it can be moved.

2. Drag the app shortcut to the Remove icon and release it.

Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box appears.

2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.

3. Once the folder is created, you have options:

– Enter folder name: Tap the name area and enter a name for the folder.

– Palette: Tap the palette icon to change the folder color.

– + Add application: Tap this to place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Add.

4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.

To add more apps later, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it into the folder.

1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.

2. Drag the folder to the Remove icon and release it.

Battery full: Battery is fully charged.

Battery low: Battery is low. The yellow area turns red as the charge level becomes critical.

Battery charging: Battery is charging.

Vibrate mode: Vibrate mode is enabled.

Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled.

4G LTE active: The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.

Signal strength: Cellular network signal strength.

Network not available: No wireless network is available.

Wi-Fi active: Wi-Fi is active.

Wi-Fi available: A Wi-Fi network is available.

NFC enabled: NFC (Near Field Communication) is enabled.

Missed call: A call has been missed.

Call in progress: A call is in progress.

Call on hold: A call is on hold.

Speakerphone: A call is using speakerphone.

New email: New email has arrived.

New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived.

New voicemail: New voicemail message has been received.

New message: New text or multimedia message has arrived.

File download in progress: Download of a file or app is in progress.

File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent.

GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active and acquiring a signal.

App updates available: App updates are available from the Google Play store.

App updates complete: App installation or updates are complete.

Tap: Lightly tap items to select or launch them. Examples:

– Tap the keyboard to enter characters or text.

– Tap an item to select it.

– Tap an app shortcut to launch the application.

Touch and Hold: Touch and hold items on the screen to activate them. Examples:

– Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to move it.

– Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options.

Swipe: Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Examples:

– Swipe the screen to unlock the device.

– Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.

Warning: Please note that a touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when pressing on the touch screen may damage the tempered glass surface and void the warranty.

Drag: Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. Examples:

– Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.

– Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a Home screen.

Pinch and Spread: Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or spread by moving your fingers apart.

– Pinch the screen to zoom out while viewing a picture or a web page.

– Spread your fingers on the screen to zoom in while viewing a picture or a web page.

More: Tap to view more menu options for a screen. This often allows you to select items to delete or share.

Delete: Tap to select items to delete.

Share: Tap to select items to share, and select a sharing method.

Edit: Tap to customize the screen.

On/Off button: Tap to turn the option on (icon shows color/shift) or off (icon is grayed/standard).

Checkbox: Tap to enable or select. When enabled, a checkmark is displayed. You can often tap a checkbox at the top of the screen to select all.

Menu: Tap (often represented by three dots or lines) to view available options for the field or screen.

Settings: Tap the gear icon to display the Settings screen.

View all: Tap the arrow icon to see all available Quick settings.

Quick settings: Icons (like Wi-Fi, Location, Sound) to quickly enable or disable a feature.

Screen brightness: Slider to adjust screen brightness.

Quick connect: Tap to search for nearby devices to connect with quickly and easily.

Notification card: Displays details about a specific notification.

Notification settings: Tap to enable or disable notifications from each app.

Clear notifications: Tap CLEAR to clear all notifications.

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Swipe down the list to see notification details.

– To open an item, tap it.

– To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right.

– To clear all notifications, tap Clear.

3. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the Notification panel.

To view additional Quick settings:

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Swipe left or right across the visible icons.

To customize the Quick settings that display:

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap the ‘View all’ icon (down arrow), and then tap Edit.

3. Quick settings: Drag the icons to change their positions. The first ten icons appear initially on the Notification panel.

4. Quick connect: Tap On/Off toggle to show or hide this feature on the Notification panel.

5. Tap Done to save.

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap Quick connect. Your device automatically scans for compatible devices.

– (Optional) Scan for nearby devices: Manually scan for compatible devices.

– (Optional) Refresh: Update the list of discovered devices.

– (Optional) More: Access Settings (Configure device visibility and view info), About Quick connect, or Help.

3. Tap a device from the list and select an option:

– Share content: Choose a file to share with the device.

– Share Wi-Fi profile: Share available Wi-Fi profiles with the device.

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap Quick connect.

3. Tap Disconnect next to a paired device.

Note: Multi window is not available for all apps.

Activate via Recent Key:

1. From any screen, touch and hold the Recent key.

2. Tap two apps that support Multi window to open them in split screen view.

Activate via Recent Apps list:

1. Tap the Recent key.

2. Recently used apps that support Multi window have a Multi window icon (two rectangles) in their title bar. Tap this icon on an app to launch it in the top split screen view.

3. Other recently used apps that support Multi window display below the launched app. Tap another app icon to add it to the bottom split screen view.

Activate while in a compatible app:

1. If you are currently using an app that supports Multi window, touch and hold the Recent key.

2. Tap another app that supports Multi window to add it in split screen view.

Note: Only applications that support Multi window have the Multi window icon.

Switch windows: Tap this icon to swap the positions of the two apps.

Drag and drop content: Allows moving items (like text or images) between the app windows. Touch and hold an item in one window and drag it to the other. (Note: Not all applications support this feature).

Minimize window: Tap this icon to minimize the selected app window. It turns into a circular, movable icon that can be opened by tapping on it.

Maximize window: Tap this icon to open the selected app window in full screen view, closing the other app.

Close app: Tap the X icon to close the selected app window.

Sym (Symbol key): Tap to insert numbers and symbols.

Options key (usually a gear or microphone icon, sometimes requires touch and hold): Access the following:

– Google voice typing: Enter text using Google voice™ typing.

– Clipboard: Access the clipboard.

– Insert emoji: Insert an emoji at the cursor position.

– Settings: Access keyboard settings.

Note: Available options depend on the app in use. Not all options are available for all apps.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options.

1. Tap the Google voice typing icon (microphone) on the Samsung keyboard.

– You may need to touch and hold the Options key (left of the Space bar) to find it.

2. When the “Speak now” prompt appears, speak your text.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Google voice typing for options.

Note: Within Google voice typing settings, tap Languages to download additional languages for use with Google voice typing.

Changing the color of the screen to grayscale.

Restricting application usage to only essential applications and those you select.

Turning off Mobile data when the screen is off.

Turning off connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®.

Note: When Emergency mode is turned off, the Location settings may stay the same as they were in Emergency mode.

1. Press and hold the Power key to display the Device options window.

2. Tap Emergency mode > Turn on.

3. When accessing for the first time, read the Terms and conditions. If you accept them, tap the Checkbox, and then tap Agree. Confirm when prompted.

Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.

Emergency alarm: Sound an audible siren.

Message my location: Send your location information to your emergency contacts.

Phone: Launch the call screen.

Emergency alerts: Receive geographically-targeted messages.

+ Add: Add other available apps (like Chrome browser or Google Maps™).

Battery percentage: Display estimated battery charge remaining.

Estimated usage time remaining: Display estimated standby time based on current battery charge and usage.

Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone number (for example, 911). This kind of call can be made even without activated cellular service.

More (three dots icon):

– Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to standard mode.

– Remove: Choose apps to remove from the Emergency mode screen.

– Manage emergency contacts: Add emergency contacts if none have been set in Safety Assistance.

– Settings: Configure the available settings. Only a limited number of settings are enabled in Emergency mode.

Tabs: Navigate between sections like RECENT, FAVORITES, CONTACTS.

More options: Access additional phone settings or actions.

Voicemail: Access voicemail (often by pressing and holding the ‘1’ key on the keypad).

Keypad: Number keys for dialing.

Voice command: Initiate a call using voice.

Call button: Initiate the call after entering a number.

Hide the keypad: Minimize the keypad view.

Video call button: Initiate a video call if available.

The phone offers several features:

More options: Access Speed dial and Call settings.

Hide the keypad: Hide the keypad and display recent calls.

Video call: Make video calls.

Call: Make a call.

Voice command: Say the number you want to dial.

Keypad: Dial the number that you want to call.

Voicemail: Set up and check your voicemail.

Tabs: Display a log of all dialed, received, and missed calls. Display contacts marked as favorites. Display your contacts and select a contact to call.

There are a couple of ways to access the Phone application:

From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

OR

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Phone icon.

Your phone number can be found in Settings:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings icon.

2. Tap About phone > Status.

3. Your phone number is displayed in the My phone number field.

There are a couple of ways to access the Call settings menu:

From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > More > Settings.

OR

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings icon > Applications > Phone.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

2. Enter a number on the keypad and tap the Dial icon.

• Tap the Keypad icon if the keypad is not displayed.

You can quickly dial a phone number from your Contacts list in two ways:

Method 1:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact.

Method 2:

1. From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > Contacts.

2. Swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the contact.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

2. Tap Recent. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the number or caller is listed in your contacts list, the associated name is also displayed.

3. Tap a contact, and then tap the Call icon.

1. From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > More > Settings.

2. Tap Video call to enable.

Note: Not all devices are compatible for Video calls. The caller has the option to accept the video call or answer the call as a regular voice call.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

2. Enter a number and tap the Video call icon.

During a voice call:

Tap Call type > Video call to request two-way video calling.

OR

Tap Call type > Show me to only send video of yourself to your recipient.

When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name is displayed (if stored in Contacts).

At the incoming call screen:

• Drag the Answer icon to the right to answer the call.

• Drag the Reject icon to the left to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.

• Drag Reject call with message upward and select a message to send to the caller.

If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.

On the incoming call pop-up screen:

• Tap the Answer icon to answer the call.

• Tap the Reject icon to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.

• Tap Reject call with message and select a message.

• Tap the Expand icon to exit the app and view the main incoming call screen.

To finish your call from the call screen:

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

To end a call from any application (if you’ve exited the call screen):

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap the End call icon.

If you exit the call screen and return to a Home screen, your active call is indicated by a Call icon on the Status bar.

This lets you continue with your current call and do something else, such as access the contacts list, view a recent email, or locate a picture.

To return to the call screen:

1. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel.

2. Tap Call notification.

Press the Volume keys up or down to increase or decrease the volume.

OR

Tap More > Turn on extra volume to quickly add more volume to the incoming audio.

During a call:

Tap the Speaker icon to hear the caller using the speaker.

OR

Tap the Bluetooth icon to hear the caller using a connected Bluetooth headset (not included).

If your service plan supports this feature:

1. From the active call screen, tap the Add call icon (+) to dial the second call.

2. Dial the new number and tap the Dial icon. When the call is answered:

• Tap the Swap icon to switch between the two calls.

• Tap the Merge icon to hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing).

If your service plan supports call waiting, you are notified of an incoming call by a tone while you are already on a call.

To answer the new call:

1. Drag the Answer icon in any direction to answer the new call.

2. Tap an option:

• Put [caller] on hold: Place the previous caller on hold while you answer the new incoming call.

• Merge with [caller]: Add the new caller to the current call (multi-conferencing).

• End call with [caller]: End the previous call and answer the new call.

3. If you placed the original call on hold, tap the On hold number entry and select the Swap icon to switch between the two calls. This places the new caller on hold and activates the previous call.

The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

2. Tap Recent. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.

Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list.

1. From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > Recent.

2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list.

3. Tap Create contact.

OR

If you want to replace the number for an existing contact, tap Update existing.

To delete Call log entries:

1. From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > Recent.

2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.

3. Tap Delete.

By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received.

To block from Recent calls:

1. From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > Recent.

2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list.

3. Tap More > Add to block list.

You can also modify the Block list in Settings:

From a Home screen, tap Phone icon > More > Settings > Call blocking > Block list.

You can assign up to 100 speed dial numbers (Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail).

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

• Tap the Keypad icon if the keypad is not displayed.

2. Tap More > Speed dial. The Speed dial screen displays the numbers 1 through 100.

3. Tap an unassigned number (shows + Add contact icon).

4. Tap a contact to assign to the number.

• The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

• Tap the Keypad icon if the keypad is not displayed.

2. 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.

You can remove an assigned Speed dial number.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

2. Tap More > Speed dial.

3. Find the contact to remove from Speed dial.

4. Tap the Remove icon (-) next to the contact.

You can dial the emergency telephone number (e.g., 911 in North America) regardless of the phone’s cellular service status, even if the phone is not activated (though only emergency calls can be made if not activated).

1. From a Home screen, tap the Phone icon.

2. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap the Dial icon.

3. 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.

If the Lock screen is set to Swipe:

1. Drag the Phone icon upward to open the call screen OR Swipe across the screen to unlock it, and then tap the Phone icon.

2. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap the Dial icon.

3. Complete your call.

If the phone has a Secure Lock Screen:

Note: The first step differs depending on the device and Lock screen settings.

1. Drag the Phone icon upward to open the call screen.

2. Tap Emergency call to display the Emergency dialer.

3. Enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap the Dial icon.

4. Complete your call.

When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible. The rest of the phone remains secured.

You can access your voicemail setup from a Home screen.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Voice mail icon.

2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.

Note: These steps may be different depending on your network.

You can access your voicemail from a Home screen.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Voice mail icon.

• You may be prompted to enter a password.

2. Follow the voice prompts from the voicemail center.

1. From another phone, dial your wireless phone number.

2. Wait until you hear your voicemail greeting.

3. Press the asterisk (*) key on the phone you are using.

4. Enter your password, and you are connected to your voicemail.

You can access and launch all applications from the Apps list.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Apps icon.

2. Tap an app’s shortcut to launch it.

• To return to the main Home screen, press the Home key.

Find new apps to download and install on your device using the Play Store.

• Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play store. Visit play.google.com/store/apps to learn more.

You can uninstall or disable apps you download and install. Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled. Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden from view.

1. From a Home screen, tap the Apps icon.

2. Tap Edit. Apps that can be uninstalled or disabled display an Uninstall/Disable icon (-) on their shortcut.

3. Tap the Uninstall/Disable icon (-) and follow the prompts to either uninstall or disable the app.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings icon > Applications > Application manager.

2. Tap the dropdown menu (showing ‘All apps’ or similar) and select Disabled.

3. Tap the app you want to enable.

4. Tap Enable. The app is displayed again in the Apps list.

To locate an app in your Apps list:

1. From a Home screen, tap the Apps icon.

2. Tap Search.

• Enter a word or words in the Search field. As you type, apps that match display on the screen.

• Tap an entry to launch that app.

App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order.

To change the order apps are listed (Custom Order):

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit.

2. Touch and hold an app shortcut or folder, and then drag it to a new location.

3. Tap Done when finished.

To alphabetize your apps:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > A-Z.

2. Tap Save.

You can organize Apps in a folder within the Apps list.

To create a folder:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit.

2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until a highlighted box is displayed.

3. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.

• Enter folder name: Name the folder.

• Palette: Change the folder color.

• Add application (+): Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Add.

4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.

• To add more apps later, touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it into the folder.

5. Tap Done when finished editing the Apps list.

To launch apps in a folder:

Tap a folder, and then tap an app shortcut to launch it.

To delete a folder:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Edit.

2. Tap the folder to delete and tap Remove folder.

3. Confirm when prompted.

4. Tap Done when finished.

To add a folder (created in the Apps list) to a Home screen:

1. From a Home screen, tap the Apps icon.

2. Touch and hold a folder, drag it to a Home screen, and then release it.

Basic Operation:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calculator icon.

2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.

3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key (+, -, ×, ÷).

4. Enter the next number.

5. Tap the Equals icon (=) to view the result.

6. Tap C (Clear) to clear the results.

Additional Functions:

• Clear history: Tap History > Clear history.

• Copy calculation: Touch and hold an entry in the display field, and then tap Copy.

• Return to keypad: If viewing history, tap Keypad.

Scientific Calculator:

The Calculator app also provides advanced arithmetic functions, such as sin, cos, and tan. Note: Turn the device landscape to use advanced arithmetic functions.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap the Menu icon (usually top left) and tap one of the following views:

• Year: Display all twelve months of this year. Swipe across the screen to display another year.

• Month: Display the current month. Swipe across the screen to display another month. Events and tasks are also listed.

• Week: Display the current week. Swipe across the screen to display another week.

• Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Swipe across the screen to display another day.

• Tasks: Display all tasks.

3. Tap Today to return to the current date.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap the Add icon (+) to add an event.

3. Enter details for the event (like title, time, location, etc.), and then tap Save.

You can share events you create from your Calendar.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap an event to view it.

3. Tap again to edit it, and tap Share.

4. Choose a sharing method (like Email, Message, etc.), and follow the prompts.

You can delete events you create from your Calendar.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap an event to view it.

3. Tap again to edit it, and tap Delete. Confirm when prompted.

Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as a checklist item and is removed once you mark it as complete.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap the Menu icon and tap Tasks.

3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task description.

4. You can choose to set the task for Today, Tomorrow, or tap the Expand icon (☑) to set the following options:

• Set date: Choose a date on the calendar for the task.

• My task: Choose a calendar (if you have multiple).

• Reminder: Set a reminder alert.

• Notes: Save a note with your task.

• Priority: Assign a priority to the task.

5. Tap Save to save the task.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap a day on the calendar to view the tasks for the day, or tap Menu > Tasks from the drop-down menu.

3. Tap the Checkbox icon by the task to mark it as complete and remove it from the calendar list.

• To delete the task permanently, tap the task itself to open it, and then tap Delete.

These settings allow you to modify settings associated with using the Calendar.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Calendar icon.

2. Tap More > Settings.

3. Tap an option and follow the prompts to modify settings like first day of week, notifications, etc.

The camera screen includes:

• Gallery: Open the Gallery to view photos and videos.

• Record video: Button to start/stop recording a video.

• Take a picture: Button to take a picture.

• Switch cameras: Switch between the rear and front cameras.

• Shooting mode (MODE): Change the shooting mode.

• More settings (Gear icon): Change the camera settings.

• Quick settings: Icons for quick access to settings like Flash, Timer, HDR, Effects, Picture size.

• Show or hide settings (Arrow icon): Show or hide the quick settings panel.

Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plastic protective covering from the camera lens.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera icon.

2. Use the display screen as a viewfinder. Aim the camera at the subject.

• Zoom: Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom in or out.

• Focus/Brightness: Tap the screen to focus on that area. When you tap the screen, a brightness scale is displayed. Slide the light bulb icon up or down to adjust the brightness.

3. Before taking the photo, you can tap the icons for quick settings (Flash, Timer, etc.) or MODE for shooting modes.

4. Tap the Take a picture icon (camera shutter button) to take the picture.

Note: You can also press the Volume key up or down to take a picture (default setting). You can set the Volume key to act as the video record key or as a zoom key in camera settings.

Several visual effects and modes are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits (using the front camera).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera icon.

2. Tap Mode to see the options.

Available for Both cameras:

• Video collage: Create short collages and slow-motion videos without editing tools.

• Live broadcast: Broadcast live on YouTube. Share a link with friends.

Available for Rear camera:

• Auto: Allows the camera to evaluate surroundings and determine the ideal mode.

• Pro: Manually adjust ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone.

• Selective focus: Change the focus of pictures after they have been taken (near, far, or both).

• Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures horizontally or vertically.

• Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame rate for slow motion viewing. Play specific sections in slow motion.

• Virtual shot: Create multi-directional views of objects.

• Food: Take pictures that emphasize vivid colors of food.

• Hyperlapse: Create time-lapse video by recording at various frame rates, adjusted automatically.

Available for Front camera:

• Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect.

• Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your pictures.

Other Options in Mode Menu:

• Download: Download additional shooting modes from the Galaxy Apps store.

• Info: Read information about each available camera mode.

• More: See more options for the camera modes.

You can adjust settings using icons on the main camera screen (Quick settings) or the full settings menu.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera icon.

2. Quick Settings: Tap icons usually listed on one side of the viewfinder. Options vary by mode. Defaults include:

• Effect: Add special graphical effects.

• HDR: Produce a brighter and richer picture (adjusts light sensitivity/color depth).

• Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.

• Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash.

• Picture size: Select a resolution (higher resolution = higher quality but larger file size).

3. Full Settings: Tap the Settings icon (gear) to configure more options. Available options vary depending on the camera (front/rear) and recording mode used.

Tap the Settings icon (gear) in the camera app to access these:

Available for Both Cameras:

• Video size: Select a video resolution.

• Motion photo: Create a short video clip when taking pictures.

• Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake to keep focus steady when moving.

• Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines for composition aid.

• Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture/video.

• Review pictures: Set to show pictures/videos immediately after taking them.

• Quick launch: Open camera by pressing the Home key twice in quick succession.

• Storage location: Select memory location (Internal or SD card if installed).

• Volume keys function: Use the Volume key as the camera key, record key, or zoom key.

• Shutter sound: Enable or disable the shutter sound.

• Reset settings: Reset the camera settings to default.

• Help: View information on using the camera.

In the full camera settings menu, options specific to the rear camera include:

• Tracking AF: Focus on and track a subject selected on the preview screen.

• Shooting methods (rear):

– Voice control: Take pictures by saying “smile”, “cheese”, “capture”, or “shoot”. Record videos by saying “Record video”.

• Save as raw file: Save pictures as high-resolution uncompressed DNG image files (requires a viewer app).

In the full camera settings menu, options specific to the front camera include:

• Save pictures as previewed: Save the self-portrait or self-recording as viewed on the camera screen (not as flipped images).

• Shooting methods (front):

– Voice control: Take pictures by saying “smile”, “cheese”, “capture”, or “shoot”. Record videos by saying “Record video”.

– Tap to take pics: Tap the screen to take selfies.

– Gesture control: Detect your palm and automatically take a picture two seconds later.

– Use heart rate sensor: Once your face is recognized, tap the heart rate sensor (on the back) to take your picture.

Use YouTube to share what is happening around you live. Note: You need to sign in to your Google Account and enable live broadcasting in your YouTube settings.

To access the Live broadcast:

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast.

Live Broadcast Options (Before starting):

• Rear/Front icon: Choose which camera to record with.

• Invite icon: Invite contacts to view your Live broadcast by sending them a link.

• Settings icon: Set privacy settings, Video size, Auto save, and manage your account.

• Live button: Start recording your Live broadcast.

Options During Broadcast:

• Share icon (☑): Share while recording your Live broadcast.

• Stop button (■): End your Live broadcast.

To Record a Live Broadcast:

1. Access Live Broadcast mode as described above.

2. (Optional) Tap Invite and select contacts to share your Live broadcast link with before starting.

3. Press the Live button to begin recording.

4. (Optional) Tap the Share icon during recording to share the link.

5. When you are finished, tap the Stop button (■).

You can share your Live broadcast before, during, or after recording.

To invite contacts before broadcasting:

1. Access Live Broadcast mode (Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast).

2. Tap the Invite icon and select contacts or groups.

3. Tap Save to send invites.

To share while broadcasting:

Tap the Share icon (☑) during the broadcast and select a sharing method.

To share after broadcasting:

After recording and the video has been posted to YouTube, tap Share link and select a sharing method.

1. Access Live Broadcast mode (Apps > Camera > Mode > Live broadcast).

2. Tap the Settings icon (gear) and select an option to customize:

• Account: Tap to add or switch your Google Account used for YouTube.

• Privacy: Choose either ‘Unlisted’ (only friends with a link can view) or ‘Public’ (anyone can view).

• Video size: Tap to choose a size option (resolution).

• Social media settings: Share your link automatically with social media when you start broadcasting.

• Auto save: Tap to enable auto saving your broadcast videos to the Gallery app.

• Auto dim: Dims the screen brightness if you broadcast without touching the screen.

• Add shortcut on Home screen: Tap to create a direct shortcut to Live broadcast on the Home screen.

The Clock app helps keep track of time and set alarms.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock icon.

2. Tap a tab to use a feature:

• Alarm: Set an alarm to ring at a specific time.

• World clock: View the time in multiple cities around the world across all 24 time zones.

• Stopwatch: Measure intervals of time.

• Timer: Use a countdown timer based on a preset time length (hours, minutes, seconds).

Create an alarm event for one-time or recurring notifications.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock icon (ensure the Alarm tab is selected).

2. Tap Add or an existing alarm time to configure:

• Date: Choose the day(s) for this alarm.

• Time: Set a time for the alarm.

• Repeat: Choose when to repeat the alarm (e.g., weekdays), if desired.

• Options: Tap to view and set additional options:

– Alarm type: Choose sound, vibration, or both.

– Volume: Drag the slider to set the alarm volume.

– Alarm tone: Choose a sound to play.

– Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values.

– Increasing volume: Start the alarm tone at low volume and slowly increase (available for sound alarm types).

– Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.

3. Tap Save to save the alarm.

You can delete an alarm that you created.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock icon (ensure the Alarm tab is selected).

2. Find the alarm in the alarm list and tap the Delete icon (X or trash can) associated with that alarm entry.

Keep track of the current time in multiple cities.

To add a city:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock icon > World clock tab.

2. Tap Add or the ‘+’ icon.

3. Search for or select a city to add it to the list and view it on the globe.

4. Repeat to add more cities.

To remove a city:

1. From the World clock screen, tap Edit or the More/Menu icon.

2. Select the city (or cities) to remove.

3. Tap Delete or the delete icon (X or trash can).

Time events down to a hundredth of a second.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock icon > Stopwatch tab.

2. Use the following options:

• Start: Begin timing.

• Stop: Stop timing.

• Lap: Keep track of lap times while the stopwatch continues running.

• Resume: Continue timing after stopping the clock.

• Reset: Reset the Stopwatch to zero.

Provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock icon > Timer tab.

2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds fields to set the length of the Timer.

3. The following options are available:

• Start: Begin the Timer countdown.

• Pause: Pause the Timer.

• Resume: Resume the Timer after pausing.

• Cancel: Stop the Timer.

• Reset: Reset the Timer (usually appears after pausing or canceling).

Store and manage your contacts with the Contacts app, which can be synchronized with accounts like Google, Email, Facebook, and Samsung.

Note: The Contacts app is different from the Contacts tab in the Phone app.

To access your Contacts list:

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

To find a Contact:

1. Open the Contacts app.

2. Tap the Search field and enter characters to find contacts that match.

OR

Tap a letter on the alphabetical index scroll bar on the side of the list to jump directly to that letter. Slide your finger across the list for more precision.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap the Create contact icon (+) or button.

3. Choose a storage account for the contact (Device, SIM card, or sync with an account like Google).

4. Tap contact fields to enter information:

• Tap the Contact photo area to assign a picture.

• Enter name, phone number, email address.

• Assign the contact to a group.

• Choose a default ringtone.

• Tap + Add to enter additional entries (e.g., another phone number).

• Tap – Remove to remove an entry.

• Tap More for additional fields.

• Tap the label (e.g., Mobile, Home, Work) to the right of an entry to choose a different label.

• (Optional) Tap Scan business card to import information using the camera.

5. Tap Save.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap the contact you want to edit to display its details.

3. Tap Edit.

4. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.

5. Tap Save.

When you share a contact, the information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap a contact to display its details.

3. Tap More > Share contact.

4. Choose a sharing method (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, Email, Message) and follow the prompts.

If you have multiple entries for the same person from different sources (e.g., Gmail, Facebook), you can link them into a single contact entry.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap the contact you want to link others to.

3. Tap Edit, then tap Linked contact or a similar option.

4. Tap Link another contact, and then select the contacts you want to link.

5. Tap Link or Done.

You can unlink contacts that you previously linked.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap the linked contact to display it.

3. Tap More > Manage linked contacts (or similar option).

4. Tap the Separate or Unlink icon (-) beside the contacts you want to unlink from the main contact.

You can delete a single contact or multiple contacts.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. To delete multiple contacts: Touch and hold a contact to select it. Tap other contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top to select all contacts.

To delete a single contact: Tap the contact to view details, then tap More.

3. Tap Delete, and then confirm when prompted.

Marking contacts as favorites makes them easily accessible from other apps and displays them on the Favorites tab in the Phone app.

To mark a contact as a Favorite:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap a contact to display it.

3. Tap the Add to Favorites star icon (the star brightens).

To remove a contact from Favorites:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap a favorited contact to display it.

3. Tap the Remove from Favorites star icon (the star dims).

Use groups to organize contacts (e.g., family, coworkers). You can use preloaded groups or create your own.

To create a Group:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap the Groups tab, and then tap Create.

3. Tap fields to enter information:

• 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.

4. Tap Save.

To rename a Group:

1. Open Contacts > Groups tab.

2. Tap the group you want to rename.

3. Tap More or Edit and enter a new name.

4. Tap Save.

To add Contacts to a Group:

1. Open Contacts > Groups tab.

2. Tap the group.

3. Tap Edit > Add member.

4. Tap the contacts you want to add. When finished, tap Done.

5. Tap Save.

To delete a Group:

Preset groups cannot be deleted.

1. Open Contacts > Groups tab.

2. Tap the group to delete.

3. Tap More > Delete.

4. Choose ‘Group only’ to delete just the group (contacts remain) or ‘Group and members’ to delete the group and the contacts within it (if they only belong to this group).

5. Confirm the deletion.

Send a Text Message to a Group:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon > Groups tab.

2. Tap the group.

3. Tap More > Send message.

4. Type your message and tap Send.

Send an Email to a Group:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon > Groups tab.

2. Tap the group.

3. Tap More > Send email.

4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top to select all members with email addresses. Tap Done.

• Only group members that have an email address in their records display.

5. Choose an email account and follow the prompts.

6. Type your message and tap Send.

Modify settings associated with the Contacts app.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts icon.

2. Tap More > Settings.

3. Tap an option (e.g., Contacts to display, Import/Export contacts, Sort by) and follow the prompts.

Use the Email app to view and manage all your email accounts in one app.

To access the Email app:

From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email icon.

To configure Email for the first time:

1. Open the Email app.

2. Follow the prompts to set up your email account (usually requires email address and password).

To add another Email account:

1. Open the Email app.

2. Tap More (or Menu) > Settings > Add account.

3. Enter your email address and password.

The device communicates with the server to set up and sync your email. When complete, email is displayed in the Inbox.

Note: To configure email account settings later, tap More > Settings. Tap the email account to display its settings.

View Multiple Email Accounts:

1. Open the Email app.

2. Tap Menu (usually top left) to view the current account mailbox.

3. Tap the account name to view:

• Combined inbox: View all email from all configured accounts in a single inbox.

• [Account Name]: View email for only one specific email account.

Manage Your Inbox:

From the Inbox screen (Combined or individual account):

• Tap a message to read and reply or forward it.

• Tap Search to search for keywords in your email inbox.

• Tap More for additional options like sorting, deleting, sharing, marking as read/unread, moving messages, and more.

To turn the screen off after a set amount of time:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Screen timeout and choose a time period.

Smart Stay prevents the screen from timing out as long as you are facing the front camera.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Smart stay, and tap On/Off to turn the feature on.

Always On Display allows you to choose an image or information (like Clock, Calendar) to display instead of turning off the screen completely.

To set it up:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Always on display.

3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature, and then set the following options:

• Content to show: Choose Clock, Calendar, or Image.

• Clock style/Calendar style/Image: Select the style for the chosen content.

• Background image: If clock is chosen, set the background image.

• About always on display: View the current software version and license information.

Note: To turn this feature on or off quickly without going to Settings, double tap the screen while it is turned off or while the Always On Display content is shown.

Choose a screen mode to match your type of viewing:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Screen mode and choose a screen mode:

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

– or –

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

The LED indicator lights up when charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper.

3. Tap LED indicator to turn the feature on or off.

This feature prevents the screen from turning on accidentally while the device is in a dark place, such as a pocket or bag.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper.

3. Tap Keep screen turned off to enable or disable this feature.

The screensaver controls what is displayed when the device is docked or charging. You can display colors or photos.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Screensaver.

3. Tap On/Off to enable the screen saver.

4. Configure options:

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

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

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

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

5. Tap More for additional options:

• Preview: See a demonstration of screen saver.

• Select when to use: Select when your device can go into screen saver mode (e.g., While docked, While charging, Both).

Manage useful features while you play games:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Advanced features > Games.

3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following:

• Game launcher: Automatically arranges all your games in one place.

• Game tools: When enabled, a button floating over top of your game provides convenient game features, such as No alerts during game, Minimize and alive, Screenshot, and Record. Game tools can also access your Contacts, Storage, Microphone, and Camera.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Advanced features > One-handed operation.

3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable the following:

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

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

Configure other useful features:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Advanced features.

3. Tap On/Off to enable each of the following:

• Quick launch camera: Open the Camera by quickly pressing the Home key twice.

• Pop-up view gesture: View an app in pop-up view by swiping downwards diagonally from either corner at the top of the screen while the app is open and shown on the screen.

• Smart capture: Capture an image of any scrollable areas of the screen that are currently hidden, as well as the area that is visible, and crop and share the screenshot immediately.

• Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of the screen by swiping the edge of your hand across it, from side to side, keeping in contact with the screen.

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

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

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

To view and manage the memory used by the device:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Storage. Device storage used out of the total space available is displayed.

3. Tap Internal storage for the following details:

• Total space: The total amount of memory on your device.

• Available space: The amount of storage space currently available.

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

• Apps: The amount of storage space currently being used by apps.

• Pictures, videos: The amount of storage space currently being used by pictures and videos.

• Audio: The amount of storage space currently being used by audio.

• Other: The space used by app data, downloaded files, and Android system files.

• Cached data: The amount of data currently cached.

• Explore: Launch My Files to view content stored on your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Storage.

3. Tap Internal storage > Cached data to clear cached data for all apps.

4. Tap Delete to confirm.

When you install an optional memory card, it is usually automatically mounted. However, if you unmount the card without removing it, you need to mount it manually before it can be accessed.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Storage > SD card.

3. Tap Mount.

Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it from the device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Storage > SD card.

3. Tap Unmount.

4. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM card/Memory card tray, and push until the tray pops out.

5. Remove the memory card from the tray, and slide the tray back into the slot.

Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should back up your music and photo files that are stored on the card because formatting the SD card deletes all the stored data.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Storage > SD card.

3. Tap Format and follow the prompts.

View how battery power is used and manage battery settings:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Battery for options:

• Power saving mode: Save battery power by limiting device performance, vibration feedback, location services, and most background data.

• Ultra power saving mode: Save battery power by applying a simplified grayscale theme and limiting usable apps.

• Fast cable charging: Charge the battery more quickly (enable/disable).

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

• Past and predicted usage: View estimated usage time remaining based on your usage over the last 7 days.

• Recent battery usage: Tap an item (app or service) to view details of its battery usage.

3. Tap More for the following options:

• Refresh: Update the listing.

• Optimize battery usage: Choose apps to optimize their individual battery usage.

Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications.

Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, you operate this software at your own risk.

Accessing Application Manager:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Applications > Application manager.

Viewing Disabled Apps:

• If you have disabled applications, tap All apps at the top left of the screen.

• Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled to filter the list.

More Options (Tap More):

• Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system (background) apps.

• Draw over other apps: Choose apps that can run on top of other running apps.

• Modify system settings: Select which apps can change system settings.

• Reset app preferences: Reset options that have been changed (e.g., disabled apps, notification restrictions). Existing app data is not deleted.

Note: Options may vary by application.

You can view and update information about an application, including memory usage, default settings, and permissions.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Applications > Application manager.

3. Tap an application to view and update information. The following options are displayed:

• Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the application. Preloaded apps can only be disabled.

• Force stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping an app causes issues.

• Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage.

• Data usage: View mobile data usage.

• Permissions: View permissions granted to the app for access to your device’s information.

• Notifications: Configure notifications from the app.

• Set as default: Set the app as a default for a certain category of apps.

• Battery: View battery usage since the last full charge.

• Memory: View memory usage.

If you have multiple applications of the same type (e.g., email apps), you can select one app to be the default.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Applications > Default applications.

3. Tap the following to choose default apps:

• Browser app: Choose a default browser app.

• Calling app: Choose a default calling app.

• Messaging app: Choose a default messaging (text and multimedia) app.

• Home screen: Choose a Home screen type (e.g., standard or a simpler experience).

• Phone assistance app: Choose an app that provides assistance for using your device.

• Set as default: Choose default apps for other functions.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Applications.

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

• Calendar

• Camera

• Contacts

• Email

• Messages

• Phone

• S Voice app

• Weather

• Google

Activate NFC (Near Field Communication) to allow your device to exchange data with other NFC devices when touched together.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap NFC and payment.

3. Tap On/Off to turn NFC on or off.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap NFC and payment.

3. Tap On/Off to turn NFC on.

4. Tap Android Beam, and tap On/Off to turn Android Beam on.

5. Touch the back of your device with another NFC-capable device to transfer content. Tap the screen displaying the file you want to share on your device.

Tap and pay allows you to select the default payment application for making purchases on your device using NFC.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap NFC and payment.

3. Tap On/Off to turn NFC on.

4. Tap Tap and pay.

5. Tap Payment for the following options:

• Choose the app that you want as your default payment app.

• Tap ‘If open app supports tap and pay’ to choose whether you want to always use the default payment application, or use an open app if it supports Tap and pay.

6. Tap Others to choose other types of payment apps.

You can apply a theme to change the look of your Home and Lock screens, wallpapers, and app icons.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Themes.

• Tap a theme to view a preview of various screens.

• Tap More themes to download additional themes from the Theme Store (requires Samsung account).

3. Tap Apply to apply the selected theme.

This is a view only field in the Location settings. You cannot turn off E911 Location on any cell phone. E911 Location service is standard on all mobile phones to allow sharing of your GPS location with emergency personnel when you make a call to emergency services (such as 911). This setting is not configurable.

Before using features that require location assistance (like Google Maps), you must enable location services.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Location.

3. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services.

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

• High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.

• Power saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS).

• GPS only: Use GPS only.

5. Tap Improve accuracy to use other connections for determining your location:

• Wi-Fi scanning: Allow apps and services to scan for Wi-Fi networks automatically, even when Wi-Fi is turned off.

• Bluetooth scanning: Allow apps to scan for and connect to nearby devices automatically through Bluetooth, even when Bluetooth is turned off.

Apps that have requested your location are listed under Recent location requests.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Location.

3. Ensure Location services are turned On.

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

Google uses Location History to store and use your device’s most recent location data, which can improve search results in Google apps like Maps.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Location.

3. Ensure Location services are turned On.

4. Tap Google location history and sign in to your Google Account for more options.

It is recommended that you secure your device using a Screen lock.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Screen lock type to select a screen lock and level of security:

• Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. (No security)

• Pattern: Create a pattern to draw on the screen. (Medium security)

• PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking. (Medium to high security)

• Password: Create a password for unlocking. (High security)

• None: Never use a Lock screen.

• Fingerprints: Use fingerprint recognition to unlock. (Medium to high security)

3. If you choose a secured lock screen option (Pattern, PIN, Password, Fingerprints), select your notification preferences:

• Show content

• Hide content

• Do not show notifications

4. If setting up a PIN, Pattern, or Password, you may be prompted to set up fingerprints as well. Tap Set up or Later.

5. Choose additional screen lock options (options vary based on the lock type selected):

• Info and app shortcuts: Display dual clock or weather on the Lock screen.

• Notifications on lock screen: Show notifications on the Lock screen.

• Secure lock settings: Set functions like Secured lock time and Smart lock (Not available with Swipe).

Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance device security. It can be used as an alternative to passwords in certain apps and to verify your identity for your Samsung account.

Note: The likelihood of the fingerprint sensor confusing even small areas of two different fingerprints is very low. However, in rare cases, the sensor may recognize a fingerprint that is similar to a registered fingerprint.

You can register up to three fingerprints. A pattern, PIN, or password must also be set up as an alternative.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Fingerprints.

• To add a fingerprint: Tap + Add fingerprint and follow the prompts to register a fingerprint and backup security (pattern, PIN, or password).

• To rename a fingerprint: Tap the fingerprint you wish to rename, enter a new name, and then tap Rename.

• To delete a fingerprint: Touch and hold the fingerprint you wish to delete, and then tap Remove.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Fingerprints.

• Verify Samsung account: Enable to verify your identity using your fingerprint when logging in to your Samsung account.

• Fingerprint unlock: Tap On/Off to enable or disable using your fingerprint to unlock the screen.

This setting allows the installation of non-Google Play applications.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Unknown sources to enable this option.

This feature requires a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your device data each time you power it on.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Protect encrypted data and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your device and set the required PIN or password.

Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your SD card (not included) when you first access it after powering on your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Encrypt SD card.

3. Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts.

3. Tap Lock SIM card to enable the feature.

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

Display password characters briefly as you type them.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings > Make passwords visible to turn the feature on.

Control how your device receives security updates.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Security update service options:

• Security policy updates: Choose to automatically or manually check for security policy updates. Automatic updates can also be limited to only when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

• Send security reports: Use Wi-Fi to send security reports to Samsung for threat analysis.

Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security Settings > Phone administrators.

• Tap Android device manager to allow it to lock or erase a lost device.

• Tap Support & protection to enable it.

Manage your security certificates. If a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or you do not trust it, you can disable or remove it.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following Credential storage options:

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

• View security certificates: Display certificates in your device’s ROM and other certificates you have installed.

• User certificates: View user certificates.

• Install from device storage: Install a new certificate from storage.

• Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.

Use these options to configure advanced security settings.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security settings for the following advanced options:

• Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected. (Requires a secured screen lock – Password, PIN, Pattern, or Fingerprints – to be set up first. See “Set a Screen Lock” instructions).

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

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

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

• Do not disturb permission: View which apps have permission to change the Do not disturb settings.

Control which apps have permissions to use certain features of your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and emergency > App permissions.

3. Tap a feature (e.g., Body sensors, Calendar, Camera, Contacts, Location, Microphone, Phone, SMS, Storage, Additional permissions) to see which apps have permission to access it.

4. Tap On/Off next to each app within a feature list to enable or disable permissions for that feature.

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

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and emergency > Private mode.

3. Tap On/Off to enable Private mode.

4. Follow the prompts to learn about and set up Private mode (including setting the required secure screen lock if not already set).

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

Setup:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and emergency > Send SOS messages.

3. Tap On/Off to turn the feature on and configure the following options:

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

• Attach pictures: Enable to send pictures to your emergency contacts.

• Attach audio recording: Enable to send a short audio message to your emergency contacts.

To send an SOS message:

• Press the Power key quickly three times.

Use Emergency mode to conserve battery power during emergencies. Power-hungry apps and functions are disabled, but you can still send messages, use Contacts, and make emergency calls.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and emergency > Emergency mode.

3. Tap On/Off to turn the feature on.

Your device can receive wireless emergency alerts (also known as CMAS or PLAN). There are three types:

• Alerts issued by the President (Cannot be disabled)

• Alerts involving imminent threats to safety of life (Extreme and Severe)

• AMBER Alerts (missing child alert)

Alert messages are provided by the US Department of Homeland Security. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency Alert message.

You may choose not to receive Imminent Threats (Extreme and Severe) and AMBER Alerts. Alerts issued by the President cannot be disabled.

To disable Imminent Threats and AMBER Alerts:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Privacy and emergency > Emergency alerts.

3. Tap Settings > Alert types.

4. Tap an alert option (e.g., Extreme alerts, Severe alerts, AMBER alerts) to disable it (toggle it off).

Note: All alerts are enabled (on) by default.

Switch to a simpler layout with larger text and icons.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Easy mode.

3. Tap Easy mode to enable this feature.

• When Easy mode is enabled, you can swipe down the page and select which apps you want to display on the Home screens.

4. Tap the apps you want to add or remove from the Easy Mode Home screens.

5. Tap Done to save your settings.

1. From a Home screen (while in Easy Mode), tap Settings.

2. Tap Easy mode > Standard mode to select the standard layout.

3. Tap Done to confirm.

Add and manage your email, social networking, and other accounts.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accounts > + Add account.

3. Tap one of the account types (e.g., Google, Samsung account, Email).

4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account.

Synchronize your calendar, contacts, and other types of content depending on the account.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accounts > [Select the account type, e.g., Google].

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

4. Tap individual data items (e.g., Calendar, Contacts) to toggle sync on or off for that item.

5. Tap More > Sync all or Sync now to manually synchronize all items for the account.

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

Each account has its own set of settings. You can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type or settings for an individual account.

Note: Account settings and available features vary between account types and service providers.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accounts > [Select the account type, e.g., Email].

3. Tap an account to configure that specific account’s sync settings and other options.

4. Tap other available options within the account type screen for general settings related to that type.

You can remove accounts from your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accounts > [Select the account type, e.g., Google].

3. Tap the account you want to remove, then tap More > Remove account.

Select a default language for your device’s menus and keyboards.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Language.

3. Select a language from the list.

Select a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Default keyboard.

3. Select a keyboard.

Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store.

Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Samsung keyboard for options:

• English(US) (or current language): Set the keyboard type: Qwerty keyboard or 3×4 keyboard.

• + Add input languages: Choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, slide the Space bar sideways.

• Predictive text: Enable/disable text suggestions and auto-completion. Predictive text learns your writing style from contacts, messages, etc.

• Additional keyboard settings: Access settings for capitalization, punctuation, swipe options, key-tap feedback, and much more.

Speak rather than type your text entries using Google voice typing.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Google voice typing for options:

• Languages: Select languages for Google voice typing.

• “Ok Google” detection: Configure launching Google search by saying “Ok Google”.

• Now on tap: Get info based on the current app screen when searching by voice or holding the Home key.

• Hands-free: Allow requests with the device locked.

• Speech output: Select options for spoken feedback.

• Offline speech recognition: Download and install speech recognition engines for voice input without a network connection.

• Block offensive words: Hide search results that contain offensive words.

• Bluetooth headset: Use audio input from a connected Bluetooth headset (not included).

Configure your Text-to-Speech (TTS) options, used for accessibility features like Voice Assistant.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for options:

• Preferred TTS engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech engine. Tap Settings next to each engine for specific options.

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

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

For more information, see “Accessibility”.

Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or trackpad (not included).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Language and input > Pointer speed.

3. Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower.

4. Tap Ok to save your setting.

Transfer content from your old device to this device using Smart Switch.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset > Open smart switch, and then follow the prompts.

Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information and to learn how to use the USB connector to transfer content faster.

Enable backup of your information to Google servers.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset for options:

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

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

• Automatic restore: Enable automatic restoration of settings from Google servers. When enabled, backed-up settings are restored when you reinstall an application.

You can reset your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset settings.

3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.

You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset > Reset network settings.

3. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.

You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing ALL data from your device. This action permanently erases data including Google/other accounts, system/app data and settings, downloaded apps, music, photos, videos, and other files. Data on an external SD card is not affected.

Factory Reset Protection (FRP): When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, FRP is activated. If you reset your device with FRP turned on, you must enter the user name and password for a registered Google Account to regain access. You will not be able to access the device without the correct credentials.

Warning: If you reset your Google Account password, you must wait 72 hours after changing your password to perform a factory data reset on your device.

Before resetting:

1. Verify that the information you want to keep has been backed up or transferred to your storage area.

2. Log in to your registered Google Account and confirm your user name and password.

To reset your device:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.

3. Review the information, then tap Reset phone and follow the prompts to perform the reset.

4. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to set up your device.

By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network. You can set it manually if needed.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Date and time. The following options are available:

• Automatic date and time: Enable to receive date and time updates from the wireless network. Disable to set manually.

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

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

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

• Use 24-hour format: Set the format for displaying time.

Accessibility services make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accessibility for options under Vision:

• Voice assistant: Gives spoken feedback aloud. Can collect text entered (except passwords) and UI interactions. Turn on/off quickly by pressing the Home key three times (triple-press).

• Voice assistant help: View help on using Voice Assistant.

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

• Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter selection instead of double tapping (for Voice Assistant).

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

• Text-to-speech: Set preferred TTS engine and options.

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

• Voice label: Write voice recordings to NFC tags for info about nearby objects.

• Font size: Set the font size.

• High contrast fonts: Adjust font color/outline for contrast.

• High contrast keyboard: Adjust keyboard size/colors for contrast.

• Show button shapes: Show buttons with shaded backgrounds.

• Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on the screen.

• Magnification gestures: Use gestures like triple-tapping, pinching, dragging two fingers.

• Grayscale: Change all colors to gray.

• Negative colors: Reverse display colors.

• Color adjustment: Adjust screen color for color blindness or difficulty reading.

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

Accessibility services make using the device easier.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accessibility for options under Hearing:

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

• Flash notification: Set camera light to blink for notifications.

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

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

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

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

• Left and right sound balance: Use slider to set balance for stereo devices.

• Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono for use with one earphone.

Accessibility services for users with reduced dexterity.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accessibility for options under Dexterity and interaction:

• Universal switch: Control your device with customized switches.

• Assistant menu: Improve accessibility with an on-screen menu.

• Easy screen turn on: Wake up device by waving hand over sensor.

• Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval for touch-and-hold actions.

• Interaction control: Block areas of the screen from touch, disable auto screen rotation and hard key functions. Shows notifications in the Notification panel and Status bar.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accessibility > More settings for these options:

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

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

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

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

• Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms and calendar events (instead of swipe).

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Accessibility > Services:

• Support & protection: Protect your mobile device from threats posed by malicious websites.

• TalkBack: Hear spoken feedback to describe what you touch, select, and activate.

• Switch access: Control your device using configurable key combinations.

• Additional accessibility apps: Apps downloaded from the Google Play store may appear here for configuration.

View tips and guidelines for using your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Help for information about:

• New features

• How-to videos

• Useful tips

• User guide

• My Verizon mobile

• Icon glossary

• Getting started

• Applications

• Settings

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

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

• Icon glossary: View details about icons seen on the Status bar.

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

• Legal information: View legal notices and other legal information.

• Phone name: View and change your device’s name.

• Additional device information: Includes the Model number, Android version, Build number, and more.

Use System updates to update your device’s software.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > System updates.

2. Tap Check for new system update.

• Tap Show system update history to view previous software updates.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email > Compose.

2. Tap the To field to manually add an email address or tap Add Recipient to select a recipient from Contacts or Groups.

• If manually entering multiple recipients, separate each entry with a semicolon (;).

• If adding from Contacts, tap the contact to place a checkmark, then tap Done.

• Tap More to add Cc and Bcc fields.

3. Tap the Subject and Message fields to enter text.

• Tap Attach to add Files, Images, Audio, and more.

• Tap More for additional email options.

4. Review your message and tap Send.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email.

2. Tap More > Settings.

3. Tap the account you want to remove.

4. Tap Remove. Confirm when prompted.

Modify settings associated with using the Email app.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > Email.

2. Tap More > Settings.

3. Under General, tap an option (like Signature, Default account, etc.), and then follow the prompts.

4. Tap an individual account listed to configure specific settings (like sync schedule, server settings) for only that account.

View, edit, and manage pictures and videos.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.

2. Gallery displays available folders (e.g., Camera, Downloads, Screenshots). Tap Menu in the upper left corner to choose how items display (e.g., Albums, Time).

• In Albums view, tap More > Create album to organize images.

3. Depending on the view mode, either tap an image/video directly or tap a folder/album first, then tap the image/video.

• When viewing an item, swipe left or right to view the next or previous one.

Note: Some functions are only available if there are images or videos in the Gallery.

Use one of the following methods:

• Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or zoom out.

• Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch the screen to zoom out.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.

2. Tap a folder or category containing videos.

3. Tap a video thumbnail to view it.

4. Tap the Play icon to play the video.

1. Select a video in the Gallery, and then tap the screen once to see the video options.

2. Tap Edit, and then tap Trim.

3. Use the sliders at the bottom of the screen to trim the video. Move the left bracket to the desired starting point, and move the right bracket to the desired ending point.

4. Tap Export to save the video. Modify the File name or Resolution if desired, and then tap Export to confirm the changes.

While viewing an image in the Gallery, tap the screen once to see the following options:

• Auto adjust: Apply adjustments determined by built-in correction software.

• Share: Send the image via email, messaging, social media, etc.

• Edit: View and use the editing tools (e.g., crop, filters, adjustments).

• Delete: Delete the image from your device.

• More:

– Rotate left: Rotate the picture counter-clockwise.

– Rotate right: Rotate the picture clockwise.

– Details: View and edit information about the image (date created, location, properties).

– Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images and videos in the current folder.

– Set as contact picture: Set the image as the photo for a contact.

– Set as wallpaper: Set the image as wallpaper for the Home and/or Lock screens.

Method 1: Sharing multiple items

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.

2. Tap a folder to open it.

3. Tap More > Share, select the images and videos you want to share, and then tap Share. Choose a sharing method (e.g., email, social network).

Method 2: Sharing a single item

1. While viewing a single image or video, tap Share.

2. Choose a sharing method.

Method 1: Deleting multiple items

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.

2. Tap a folder to open it.

3. Tap More > Edit.

4. Tap images and videos to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top to select all.

5. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.

Method 2: Deleting a single item

• While viewing a single image or video, tap Delete.

Create notes using the Memo app.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.

2. Tap + Create memo and type a memo. Available options include:

• Category: Add or change the category.

• Tasks: Add tasks (checklist items).

• Image: Insert an image into the memo.

• Drawing: Create a drawing and add it to the memo.

• Voice: Use your voice to insert text into the memo.

3. Tap Save when finished.

Make edits to memos you have created.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.

2. Tap a memo to view it.

3. Tap the content area and make edits. When you are finished, tap Save.

View the memos you have created.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.

• Browse memo entries by swiping up or down.

• To search for a memo, tap Search.

You can edit, share, or manage memos.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Memo.

2. While browsing memos, tap More for the following options:

• Edit: Select notes to share, delete, or move.

• Manage categories: Create and manage categories to organize your memos.

Use the Verizon Messages app to send and receive messages.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Verizon folder > Message+.

2. Tap New message.

• Tap the To: field and enter a contact name, mobile number, or email address. Possible matches display as you type; touch a match to add it.

• Tap Type a message and enter your message text.

• Tap + Attach to attach items like postcards, pictures, videos, audio recordings, Glympse location, contact cards, or songs.

• Tap Emoticon to insert emoticons.

• Tap Voice to record and insert an audio recording.

3. Review your message and tap Send.

When you receive a message, the New message icon appears in the Status bar.

To access a new message:

• Drag your finger down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, then tap the message notification.

– or –

• From the Home screen, tap Apps > Verizon folder > Message+, and then tap the conversation containing the new message.

Messages are displayed as conversations.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Verizon folder > Message+.

2. Tap a conversation to display it.

3. Tap the Type a message field and then type your reply message.

4. Tap Send.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Verizon folder > Message+.

2. Tap a conversation to display it.

3. Touch and hold the specific message you want to delete.

4. Tap Delete messages on the pop-up menu. Follow the prompts to confirm the deletion.

Delete all messages exchanged with another person.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Verizon folder > Message+.

2. Touch and hold a conversation you want to delete.

3. Tap Delete Conversation > Delete.

Note: Locked messages will not be deleted unless you select Delete locked messages before confirming the deletion.

Lock a message so it won’t be deleted even if you delete other messages in the conversation.

1. From the Home screen, tap Apps > Verizon folder > Message+.

2. Tap a conversation to display it.

3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock.

4. Tap Lock message on the pop-up menu. A lock icon displays on the message.

The Samsung Messages app provides the following message types:

• Text Messages (SMS): Send and receive text messages to/from mobile phones or email addresses. Requires subscription.

• Multimedia Messages (MMS): Send and receive messages with pictures, video, or audio to/from mobile phones or email addresses. Requires subscription.

Messaging icons at the top of the screen indicate received messages and their type.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages.

2. Tap Compose.

3. Tap the Enter recipients field to manually enter a recipient or tap Add Recipient to select from Contacts, Groups, Favorites, or Logs.

• If adding from Contacts, tap the contact to place a checkmark, then tap Done.

• Enter additional recipients by separating each entry with a semicolon (;).

• For the Group option with less than ten recipients, all members are added; manually delete unwanted ones.

4. Tap the Enter message field to enter text.

• Tap Attach: Add images, audio, and more to your message.

• Tap Add emoji: Choose an emoji from the list to add at the cursor location.

5. Review the message and tap SEND.

Note: If you exit a message before sending, it is automatically saved as a draft.

When you receive a new message, the New message icon appears on the Status bar.

To view the message:

• Open the Notification panel (swipe down from the Status bar) and tap the message notification. (See “Notification Panel” for more info).

– or –

• From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages, and then tap the new message thread.

• To play a multimedia attachment (audio/video), tap Play.

• To scroll through messages, swipe up or down the page.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages.

2. Tap More > Delete.

3. Tap each message thread you want to delete or tap the All checkbox at the top to select all.

4. Tap Delete and confirm if prompted.

Search through your messages using the Message Search feature.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages.

2. Tap Search.

3. Enter a word or phrase to search for, and then tap Search on the keyboard.

Configure settings for text messages, multimedia messages, push messages, and more.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Messages.

2. Tap More > Settings.

3. Adjust the available settings as needed.

Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > My Files.

2. Tap a category (see File Groups) to view the relevant files or folders.

3. Tap a file or folder to open it.

Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups within the My Files app:

• Recent files: View recently saved files (appears if files accessed recently).

• Device storage: View folders and files located on the device’s internal storage.

• SD card: View folders and files located on the optional SD card (not included, appears only if installed).

• Download history: View all apps and files that have been downloaded to the device.

• Documents: View document files.

• Images: View image files.

• Audio: View audio files.

• Videos: View video files.

• Google Drive: Use a Google account for cloud storage.

Note: Cloud drives vary depending on the services you sign in to.

Use My File options to search, edit, clear file history, and more.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > My Files.

The following options are available:

• Search: Search for a file or folder.

• More: Tap for the following options:

– Verizon Cloud: Connect to the Verizon Cloud service.

– Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent files category.

– Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal hidden files.

– Access cloud: Access your cloud server data in Gallery and My Files on your device.

• Storage usage: Tap to view memory information for your device.

Use S Health to plan, track, and manage your health goals and activities, including exercise, sleep, and meals.

Note: This device and related software are not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > S Health.

2. Read and accept the terms and conditions.

3. Set up your health profile and goals.

While moderate physical activity is safe for most people, health experts suggest talking with your doctor before starting an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions or symptoms:

Conditions:

• Heart disease;

• Asthma or lung disease;

• Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease;

• Arthritis.

Symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious disease:

• Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or arms during physical activity;

• Dizziness or loss of consciousness;

• Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to bed;

• Ankle swelling, especially at night;

• A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat;

• Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest.

Also consult your doctor if two or more of the following apply (based on American College of Sports Medicine recommendations for vigorous exercise):

• You are a man older than age 45 or a woman older than age 55;

• You have a family history of heart disease before age 55;

• You smoke or quit smoking in the past six months;

• You have not exercised for three months or more;

• You are overweight or obese;

• You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol;

• You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called prediabetes.

When in Doubt—Check It Out: If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.

Speak commands to perform operations and searches on your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > S Voice.

2. Speak a command (e.g., “Call [Contact Name]”, “What is the weather?”).

3. Tap the Microphone icon if the device does not hear you, or to give it another command.

Tip: Tap the ? Help icon for example commands.

Modify settings associated with using the S Voice app.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Samsung folder > S Voice.

2. Tap Settings (gear icon).

3. Tap an option (e.g., Voice wake-up, Language) and follow the prompts.

There are a couple of ways to access your device settings:

• From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

– or –

• Drag down from the Status bar to display the Notification panel, and then tap Settings (gear icon).

Settings are grouped into categories:

• Quick settings: Shortcuts to settings you use often (customizable).

• Wireless and networks: Configure connections (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Mobile networks, etc.).

• Phone: Customize display, sounds, notifications, etc.

• Personal: Configure personal accounts and preferences (Location, Accounts, Backup, etc.).

• System: Customize system settings (Date/time, Accessibility, About phone, etc.).

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Search.

• Enter a word or words in the Search field. Settings that match display on the screen as you type.

• Tap an entry to go directly to that setting.

Quick settings are the settings you are most likely to use frequently, displayed at the top of the main Settings menu.

To create/edit your Quick settings list:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Edit (at the top right of the Quick settings section).

• Check additional settings (up to nine total) to add them to your Quick settings menu.

• Uncheck a setting to remove it from the Quick settings list.

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

Airplane mode disconnects your device from all networks and turns off connectivity features like phone calls and Wi-Fi. You can still use offline features like music playback.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

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

Turning Wi-Fi on allows your device to discover and connect to compatible in-range wireless Access Points (APs).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the On/Off switch at the top to turn Wi-Fi on or off.

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

• Wi-Fi active (icon with waves): Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a wireless Access Point.

• Wi-Fi available (icon outline): A Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is not connected to it. It may also display if there is a communication issue.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

• Your device automatically scans for available networks and displays them.

3. Tap the network you want to connect to.

• If you select an open network, you are automatically connected.

• Otherwise, enter the network password and tap Connect.

You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network manually if it’s not broadcasting its name (SSID).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

3. Tap More > Add network.

4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:

• Enter network name (SSID): Enter the exact name of the Wi-Fi network.

• Security: Select the security option (e.g., WPA/WPA2 PSK) and enter the password if required.

• Show advanced options: Configure options such as IP settings and Proxy settings if needed.

5. Tap Connect.

The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up advanced Wi-Fi services.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, ensure Wi-Fi is On, then tap More for options:

• Add network: Manually add a Wi-Fi network.

• WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router/equipment using the push button method.

• WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your device to set up a PIN-secured connection to a Wi-Fi router/equipment (not configurable).

• Advanced:

– Show Wi-Fi pop-up: Receive a pop-up when opening apps if a Wi-Fi network is available.

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

– Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications when Wi-Fi networks in range are detected.

– Passpoint: Automatically connect to Passpoint-certified Wi-Fi access points.

– Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi (Always, Only when plugged in, Never).

– Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates.

– MAC address: View your device’s MAC address (not configurable).

– IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable).

• Manage networks: Manage your saved Wi-Fi network connections (forget networks).

• Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi networks.

Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections using Wi-Fi without needing a Wi-Fi network/router.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Wi-Fi, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

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

4. Select a device from the list, and then follow the prompts on both devices to complete the connection.

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

Use the settings menu to turn your device’s Bluetooth on or off.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap the On/Off switch to turn Bluetooth on or off.

Note: The Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet.

When Bluetooth is turned on, the Bluetooth icon is displayed in the Status bar.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Bluetooth, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

• When Bluetooth is first turned on, it automatically scans for nearby devices and displays them.

• To manually perform a new scan, tap Scan.

Pairing establishes a trusted connection. It’s a one-time process; devices then recognize each other without needing a passcode again.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Bluetooth, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

• Make sure the target device is discoverable (refer to its instructions).

3. Tap the name of the target device when it appears in the Bluetooth devices section after scanning.

• Your device automatically tries to pair. If prompted, confirm the passcode on both devices or enter the passcode supplied with the target device.

Note: Due to different specifications, operations and functions like transfer may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices.

Rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Bluetooth, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

3. Tap the Settings (gear) icon next to the previously paired device.

4. Tap Rename, enter a new name, and tap Rename.

When you unpair, the devices no longer recognize each other. You must pair them again to connect.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Bluetooth, and ensure the On/Off switch is turned On.

3. Tap the Settings (gear) icon next to the paired device you want to delete.

4. Tap Unpair to delete the paired device.

Activate Mobile hotspot to share your device’s Internet connection with other devices.

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

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.

3. Tap the On/Off switch to turn Mobile hotspot on or off.

Use the other device’s Wi-Fi control to connect to your Mobile hotspot.

1. On your phone (acting as the hotspot), ensure Mobile Hotspot is enabled: Go to Settings > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot and turn it On.

2. On the other device (the one you want to connect), activate Wi-Fi.

3. Scan for Wi-Fi hotspots on the other device.

4. Select your phone’s Mobile hotspot name from the list.

5. Enter your phone’s Mobile hotspot password (found on your phone’s Mobile hotspot screen) on the target device.

Control whether specific devices can connect to your Mobile hotspot.

Note: Using your device as a Mobile hotspot consumes battery and data. Roaming charges may apply.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.

3. Ensure Mobile hotspot is turned On.

4. Tap More > Allowed devices.

5. Tap Add to enter the other device’s Device name and MAC address.

6. Tap Add to add the device to the list. Only devices on this list can connect if the Allowed Devices feature is configured.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.

3. Ensure Mobile hotspot is turned On.

4. Tap the password field, and enter a new password.

5. Tap Save.

Manage your Mobile hotspot security and connecting settings.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.

3. Tap More > Configure mobile hotspot for the following settings:

• Network name: View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot.

• Hide my device: Make your Mobile hotspot invisible during scans (requires manual connection with SSID and Password).

• Security: Choose the security level (e.g., WPA2 PSK, Open).

• Password: If security requires a password, enter/view the password here.

• Show password: Display your password instead of masking it.

• Show advanced options: Access advanced options, including Broadcast channel selection.

Automatically turn off Mobile hotspot if there are no connected devices for a set period.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.

3. Ensure Mobile hotspot is turned On.

4. Tap More > Timeout settings, and then select an interval (e.g., 5 minutes, 10 minutes, Never timeout).

Share your device’s internet connection with a computer using Bluetooth or USB.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile hotspot and tethering, and choose a tethering option:

• Bluetooth tethering: Turn this On. Pair your device with the computer via Bluetooth first.

• USB tethering: Connect the computer to the device using the USB cable, and then turn this option On.

Monitor data usage and set limits/restrictions.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Data usage for options:

• Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu to choose a time period. Usage for the period and usage by application are displayed.

• Mobile data: Enable/disable mobile data.

• Limit mobile data usage: Set a limit; connection turns off when reached.

• Alert me about data usage: Receive alerts when a set warning amount is reached.

• By application: View data usage broken down by application.

3. Tap More for the following options:

• Restrict background data: Restrict some apps/services from using mobile data unless connected to Wi-Fi.

• Show/Hide Wi-Fi usage: Display or hide a tab showing Wi-Fi usage.

• Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks that are mobile hotspots to restrict app usage or configure warnings for large downloads.

• Show units: Change the unit format (e.g., MB, GB).

• Help: View help topics for data usage.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Mobile networks for options:

• Data roaming access: Enable or disable connection to data services when roaming.

• Roaming: View current roaming status (Not configurable).

• Signal strength: View current signal strength (Not configurable).

• Access Point Names (APNs): Choose or add APNs.

• Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode (e.g., LTE/CDMA, Global).

• Network operators: Choose available and preferred networks (usually automatic).

Enjoy high definition voice and video calling from Verizon.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Advanced calling > Activate advanced calling, and follow the instructions to upgrade (may involve account changes).

3. After activation, tap Advanced calling, and tap the On/Off switch to enable the feature (HD Voice).

4. Tap Activate Wi-Fi calling to enable using Wi-Fi for calls when the mobile network is not available (requires setup and address verification).

Scan for nearby devices to connect to and set them up easily. You receive a notification when available devices are found.

Note: This function uses Bluetooth Low Energy scanning even if Bluetooth is turned off on your device.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > Nearby device scanning.

3. Tap the On/Off switch to enable the feature.

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > Printing.

3. Tap a print service (e.g., Samsung Print Service Plugin) and follow the prompts to enable it and find printers.

Note: Tap + Download plug-in to install additional print service drivers from the Google Play Store if needed.

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

Note: Your car system must support MirrorLink.

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

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

3. Tap More > MirrorLink.

4. Tap Connect to vehicle via USB and follow the prompts.

5. You can tap More > MirrorLink device ID to view the ID for your device.

Download booster improves download speed by using both Wi-Fi and LTE networks simultaneously when downloading files over 30 MB.

Note: Download booster uses mobile data services.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > Download booster.

3. Tap the On/Off switch to enable Download booster.

Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

Note: You must set a secured screen lock (PIN, password, pattern) before setting up a VPN.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > VPN.

3. Tap More > Add VPN (or Add Basic/Advanced IPsec VPN if options exist).

4. Follow the prompts, entering the VPN details provided by your administrator, and save the connection.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > VPN.

3. Tap the VPN connection you want to use (e.g., Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN, then the specific named VPN).

4. Tap the VPN name, enter your login information (username/password), and tap Connect.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > VPN.

3. Tap the active VPN connection.

4. Tap Disconnect.

Once you have set up a VPN connection, you can edit or delete it.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > VPN.

3. Tap Basic VPN or Advanced IPsec VPN (if applicable).

4. Tap the Settings (gear) icon by the VPN connection you want to edit or delete.

• Make changes and tap Save to edit.

• Tap Delete (or similar option) to remove the VPN configuration.

Share your media files with nearby devices via Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, or Mobile hotspot.

Warning: If file sharing is enabled, other devices can access your data. Use this option with care.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap More > Nearby devices.

3. Tap the On/Off switch to enable Nearby devices.

4. Set the following options:

• Content to share: Select the content type(s) to share (Videos, Pictures, Music).

• Allowed devices: Indicate the specific devices accessible to your device.

• Blocked devices: Indicate devices not allowed access.

• Download to: Allow downloading of data to your device or optional memory card.

• Receive files from other devices: Set a default for receiving files.

Switch between sound modes while preserving individual sound settings.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

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

• Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels chosen in Sound settings.

• Vibrate: Vibrate for notifications and alerts using the chosen Vibration intensity.

• Mute: Mute all sounds and notifications.

Your device can vibrate in addition to ringing when you receive a call.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Vibrate while ringing to enable this option (toggle the switch On).

Set the system volume level and default volume for call ringtones, notifications, media, and system sounds.

Tip: You can also set the Ringtone volume from a Home screen by pressing the physical Volume key.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Volume.

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

• Ringtone

• Media

• Notifications

• System

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

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Vibration intensity.

3. Drag the sliders to set the various vibration intensities (e.g., Incoming call, Notifications, Haptic feedback).

Choose from preset ringtones or add your own audio file.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Ringtone.

3. Tap a ringtone from the list to hear a preview and select it.

– or –

• Tap + Add ringtone to select an audio file from your device to use as a ringtone.

Choose from preset vibration patterns or create your own pattern.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Vibration pattern.

3. Tap a pattern to preview and select it. You might also have an option to create a custom pattern.

Choose sounds for notifications like new messages and event reminders.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Notification sound and configure the following options:

• Default notification sound: Choose a default sound for all notifications.

• Messages notifications: Choose a sound specifically for message notifications, and configure vibration and Preview message options.

• Calendar notifications: Choose a sound for calendar notifications, and enable/disable vibration alert.

• Email notifications: Configure email account notifications (requires an email account to be set up).

Do Not Disturb blocks notifications and alerts. You can customize exceptions and schedule it.

To activate immediately:

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Do not disturb.

3. Tap Turn on now to enable this option.

To schedule Do Not Disturb:

1. Go to Settings > Sounds and vibration > Do not disturb.

2. Tap Turn on as scheduled, and set the Days, Start time, and End time.

Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb mode has been turned on manually via “Turn on now”.

To allow exceptions:

1. Go to Settings > Sounds and vibration > Do not disturb.

2. Tap Allow exceptions, and tap one of the following options:

• No exceptions

• Alarms only

• Custom (Allows you to specify exceptions for calls, messages, events, etc.)

Set various other system sound and vibration options.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration, then find and tap the switch to enable/disable each option:

• Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen.

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

• Emergency tone: Set the emergency tone behavior (alert, vibrate, or silent).

• Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected.

• Vibration feedback: Vibrate when Back or Recent keys are tapped, and for other actions.

Play tones or vibrate when the dialing keypad or the keyboard is tapped.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration, and tap the switch to enable each desired option:

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

• Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped.

• Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped.

Enable and customize sound effects when connected to a headset.

Note: Sound effects are only available when headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset (not included) is connected.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects.

3. Tap Equalizer and choose a preset (e.g., Pop, Jazz), or tap Advanced or Basic to customize your sound settings using the equalizer controls.

4. Tap On/Off to enable each additional option:

• UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos.

• Surround: Recreate the effects of rich surround sound.

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

• Concert hall: Simulate the reverb of a concert hall.

5. Tap Adapt sound and follow the prompts to take a hearing test and customize your sound settings based on your hearing.

Select which apps you want to receive alerts from (including notifications, sounds, and vibrations).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Notifications.

3. Tap the On/Off switch next to an app to enable or disable all notifications from that app.

• Tap Advanced (top right) to configure more detailed notification options for individual apps (e.g., priority, previews).

Adjust the screen brightness to suit surroundings or conserve battery.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper.

3. Customize options under Brightness:

• Tap the checkbox next to Auto to allow the device to adjust brightness automatically based on ambient light.

• Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level (Auto must be unchecked).

Note: You can also control Brightness from the Notification panel.

Change the look of the Home and Lock screens.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Wallpaper.

3. Tap Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens at the top to select where the wallpaper will be applied.

4. Choose a source:

• Select a preloaded wallpaper image.

• Tap From Gallery to choose one of your photos.

5. Tap an image to preview it.

6. Tap Set as wallpaper.

• You may see an option for Wallpaper motion effect. Tap On/Off to allow the wallpaper to shift slightly as you move the device.

Set the font size and style for all text displayed on the screen.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Font.

• Drag the slider under Font size to adjust the size.

• Under Font style, tap a style to select it, or tap + Download fonts to find new fonts from Galaxy Apps.

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

Show icons with a shaded background to make them stand out on the Home screen and Apps list screen.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper > Icon backgrounds.

3. Choose one of the following options:

• Icons with backgrounds: Show icons with shaded backgrounds.

• Icons only: Show icons only, without backgrounds.

4. Tap Done, and confirm when prompted.

Rotate the screen display based on the orientation of your device (portrait or landscape).

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.

2. Tap Display and wallpaper.

3. Tap Screen rotation to turn the feature on or off.