Samsung Galaxy A12 User Manual-English

User manual
Contents
Features
Biometric security | Dark mode
Getting started
Device layout: Galaxy A12
Set up your device: Charge the battery
Start using your device: Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Transfer data from
an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts | Set up voicemail |
Navigation | Navigation bar | Customize your home screen | Samsung Free | Digital
wellbeing and parental controls | Biometric security | Multi window | Enter text |
Emergency mode
Customize your home screen: App icons | Wallpaper | Themes | Icons | Widgets | Home
screen settings | Status bar | Notification panel
Camera and Gallery

Camera: Navigate the camera screen | Configure shooting mode | Live focus | Record
videos | Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures | Edit pictures | Play video | Edit video | Share pictures and videos |
Delete pictures and videos | Group similar images | Take a screenshot
Samsung apps
Galaxy Store | Game Launcher | Samsung Free | Samsung Global Goals | Samsung
Members | Calculator | Calendar | Clock | Contacts | Internet | Messages | My Files |
Phone | Samsung Notes
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Google apps
Chrome | Drive | Duo | Gmail | Google | Maps | Photos | Play Movies & TV | Play Store |
YouTube | YT Music
Microsoft apps
Outlook | LinkedIn | Office | OneDrive
Settings
Connections: Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | NFC and payment | Airplane mode | Mobile networks |
Data usage | Mobile hotspot | Tethering | Nearby device scanning | Connect to a printer |
Virtual Private Networks | Private DNS | Ethernet
Customization: Display | Notifications | Sounds and vibration
Security: Lock screen and security | Face recognition | Fingerprint scanner
Accounts: Samsung Cloud | Add an account | Account settings | Remove an account |

Backup and restore | Google settings
Backup: Samsung account | Google Account | External storage transfer
Accessibility: Screen reader | Visibility enhancements | Hearing enhancements | Interaction

and dexterity | Advanced settings | Installed services | About Accessibility
Other: Help | Dual Messenger | About phone
Learn more
Legal information
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Galaxy A12
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy A12
Front camera
Volume keys
Rear cameras
Side key/
Fingerprint
Flash
sensor
USB charger/
Accessory port
Headset jack
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
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Set up your device

Charge the battery
Your device uses a nano-SIM card. A SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able
to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for more details.
Install SIM/
microSD card
Place the SIM card
and optional
SIM
microSD
microSD™ card
(sold separately)
into the tray with
the gold contacts
facing down.
Charge your device

Before turning on your
device, charge it fully.
NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to

federal and local guidelines and restrictions. Check with appropriate authorities
and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your
device.
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Charge the battery

Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable) that are approved
by Samsung. Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your
device to maximize battery life. Using other charging devices and batteries may
void your warranty and may cause damage.
TIP While charging, the device and the charger may become hot and stop
charging. This usually does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is
in the device’s normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the device
and wait for the device to cool down. For more information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.
Start using your device

Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Transfer data from an old device | Lock or
unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts | Set up voicemail | Navigation |
Navigation bar | Customize your home screen | Samsung Free | Digital wellbeing and
parental controls | Biometric security | Multi window | Enter text | Emergency mode
Turn on your device

Use the Side key to turn your device on. Do not use the device if the body is cracked or
broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
◌ Press and hold the Side key to turn the device on.
• To turn the device off, press and hold the Side key > Power off.
Confirm when prompted.
• To restart your device, press and hold the Side key > Restart.
Confirm when prompted.
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Use the Setup Wizard

The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard guides you through the basics
of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up
accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
Transfer data from an old device

Use Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes,
calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your data via
USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer.
Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Smart Switch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.
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Lock or unlock your device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device
locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen
locks, see Lock screen and security.
Side key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then
swipe the screen to
unlock it.
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Side key settings

You can customize the shortcuts assigned to the Side key.
Double press
Choose which feature is launched when the Side key is pressed twice.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key.

2. Tap Double press to enable this feature, and tap an option:
l Quick launch camera (default)
l Open app
Accounts
Set up and manage your accounts.
TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. Contact
your carrier for more information.
Add a Google Account

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

2. Tap Add account > Google.
NOTE When you sign in to a Google Account, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is

activated. FRP requires your Google Account information when resetting to
factory settings. For more information, see Factory Reset Protection.
Add a Samsung account

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

2. Tap Add account > Samsung account.
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Add an Outlook account

Sign in to your Outlook® account to view and manage email messages.

2. Tap Add account > Outlook.
Set up voicemail
You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can
access voicemail through the Phone app. Options vary by carrier.
1. From Phone, touch and hold the 1 key or tap Voicemail.
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your
name.
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Navigation
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 on the touch screen may
damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the
warranty.
Tap
Lightly touch items to select or launch them.
l Tap an item to select it.

l Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.
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Swipe
Lightly drag your finger across the screen.
l Swipe the screen to unlock the device.

l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
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Drag and drop
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location.
l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.

l Drag a widget to place it in a new location.
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Zoom in and out
Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out.
l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out.
l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in.
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Touch and hold
Touch and hold items to activate them.
l Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options.

l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen.
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Navigation bar
You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen
gestures.
Recent apps Back
Home
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Navigation buttons
Use buttons along the bottom of the screen for quick navigation.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Buttons.
2. Tap an option under Button order to choose which side of the screen the Back
and Recent apps icons display.
Navigation gestures
Hide the navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen for an unobstructed screen
experience. Instead swipe to navigate your device.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Swipe gestures to enable the
feature.
2. Tap an option to customize:
l More options: Choose a gesture type and sensitivity.
l Gesture hints: Display lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen
gesture is located.
l Show button to hide keyboard: Show an icon on the bottom right corner of
the screen to hide the keyboard when the device is in portrait mode.
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Customize your home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for navigating your device. You can place your
favorite apps and widgets here, in addition to setting up additional Home screens,
removing screens, changing the order of screens, and choosing a main Home screen.
App icons | Wallpaper | Themes | Icons | Widgets | Home screen settings | Status bar |
Notification panel
App icons
Use app icons to launch an app from any Home screen.
◌ From Apps, touch and hold an app icon, and tap Add to Home.
To remove an icon:
◌ From a Home screen, touch and hold an app icon, and then tap Remove from
Home.
NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app, it just removes the icon from a
Home screen.
Wallpaper
Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture, video,
or preloaded wallpaper.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and then tap Wallpaper.
2. Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers:
• My wallpapers: Choose from featured and downloaded wallpapers.
• Gallery: Choose pictures and videos saved in the Gallery app.
• Wallpaper services: Enable additional features including guide page and
Dynamic Lock screen.
• Apply Dark mode to Wallpaper: Enable to apply Dark mode to your wallpaper.
• Explore more wallpapers: Find and download more wallpapers from Galaxy
Themes.
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3. Tap a picture or video to choose it.

• If choosing a single picture, choose which screen or screens you want to
apply the wallpaper to.
• Videos and multiple pictures can only be applied to the Lock screen.
• If choosing videos or pictures from the Gallery, tap on one or more items, and
then tap Done.
4. Tap Set on Home screen, Set on Lock screen, or Set on Lock and Home screens
(depending on which screens are applicable).
• If applying a picture from the Gallery to both the Home and Lock screens,
enable Sync my edits if you want any edits made to that wallpaper to be
applied to both screens.
Themes
Set a theme to be applied to your Home and Lock screens, wallpapers, and app icons.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen.

2. Tap Themes, and tap a theme to preview and download it.
3. Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > Themes to see downloaded themes.
4. Tap a theme, and then tap Apply to apply the selected theme.
Icons
Apply different icon sets to replace the default icons.

2. Tap Themes > Icons, and tap an icon set to preview and download it.
3. Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > Icons to see downloaded icons.
4. Tap an icon, and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set.
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Widgets
Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps.

2. Tap Widgets, and then tap a widget set to open it.
3. Swipe to the widget you want to add, and drag it to the Home screen.
Customize Widgets
Once you have added a widget, you can customize where it's located and how it
functions.
◌ From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget, and tap an option:
• Remove from Home: Delete a widget from your screen.
• Widget settings: Customize the function or appearance of the widget.
• App info: Review the widget usage, permissions, and more.
Home screen settings

Customize your Home and Apps screens.

2. Tap Home screen settings to customize:
• Home screen layout: Set your device to have separate Home and Apps
screens, or only a Home screen where all apps are located.
• Home screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on
the Home screen.
• Apps screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on
the Apps screen.
• Apps button: Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps
screen.
• App icon badges: Enable to show badges on apps with active notifications.
You can also choose the badge style.
• Lock Home screen layout: Prevent items on the Home screen from being
removed or repositioned.
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• Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly-downloaded apps to the

Home screen.
• Swipe down for notification panel: Enable this feature to open the
Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen.
• Rotate to landscape mode: Rotate the Home screen automatically when your
device’s orientation is changed from portrait to landscape.
• Hide apps: Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens. Return to
this screen to restore hidden apps. Hidden apps are still installed and can
appear as results in Finder searches.
• About Home screen: View version information.
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Status bar
The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on
the left.
Status icons
Battery full Charging Mute Vibrate

Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm

Notification icons
Missed calls Call in progress New message Voicemail

New email Download Upload App update
Configure display options for the Status bar.

◌ From Quick settings, tap More options > Status bar for the following options:
• Show notification icons: Choose how to display notification icons on the
Status bar.
• Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the
battery icon on the Status bar.
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Notification panel
For quick access to notifications, settings, and more, simply open the Notification
panel.
Device settings
Quick settings
View all
Notification cards
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View the Notification panel

You can access the Notification panel from any screen.
1. Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel.

• To open an item, tap it.
• To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right.
• To clear all notifications, tap Clear.
• To customize notifications, tap Notification settings.
2. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the
Notification panel.
Finger sensor gestures

You can also open or close the Notification panel by swiping up or down on the
fingerprint sensor.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Finger sensor
gestures.
2. Tap to enable the feature.
Quick settings
The Notification panel provides quick access to device functions using Quick settings.
◌ Swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen to display Quick
settings.
• Tap Finder search to search the device.
• Tap Power off for Power off, Emergency mode, and Restart options.
• Tap Open settings to quickly access the device's settings menu.
• Tap More options to reorder Quick settings or to change the button layout.
• Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off.
• Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting.
• Drag the Brightness slider to adjust the screen brightness.
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Samsung Free
Access live TV shows, news and articles from numerous sources, and interactive
games entirely free of charge.
◌ From a Home screen, swipe right.
TIP To customize Samsung Free, tap More options > Settings.
Digital wellbeing and parental controls

You can monitor and manage your digital habits by getting a daily view of how
frequently you use apps, how many notifications you receive, and how often you check
your device. You can also set your device to help you wind down before going to bed.
◌ From Settings, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls for the following
features:
• Tap the Dashboard to view the following:
– Screen time: View how long an app has been opened and used each day.
– Notifications: View how many notifications have been received from an
app each day.
– Unlocks: View how many times an app has been opened each day.
Your goals
• Screen time: Set a screen time goal and view your daily average.
• Unlocks: Set a daily goal for how many times you unlock your device and
view your daily average.
• App timers: Set a daily limit for how long you use each app.
Ways to disconnect
• Focus mode: Limit app usage for set periods of time to avoid distractions from
your device.
• Wind down: Enable to turn the screen to grayscale and limit notifications
before going to bed.
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Check on your kids
• Parental controls: Supervise your children’s digital life with Google’s Family

Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen
time, and set screen time limits.
Biometric security
Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in to accounts.
Face recognition
You can enable Face Recognition to unlock your screen. To use your face to unlock
your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.
• Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password. Your device could
be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
• Some conditions may affect face recognition, including wearing glasses, hats,
beards, or heavy make-up.
• When registering your face, ensure that you are in a well-lit area and the camera
lens is clean.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Face recognition.
2. Follow the prompts to register your face.
Face recognition management

Customize how face recognition works.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Face recognition.
• Remove face data: Delete existing faces.
• Add alternative look: Enhance face recognition by adding an alternative
appearance.
• Face unlock: Enable or disable face recognition security.
• Stay on Lock screen: When you unlock your device with face recognition, stay
on the Lock screen until you swipe the screen.
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• Faster recognition: Turn on for faster face recognition. Turn off to increase
security and make it harder to unlock using an image or video of your
likeness.
• Require open eyes: Facial recognition will only recognize your face when
your eyes are open.
• Brighten screen: Increase the screen brightness temporarily so that your face
can be recognized in dark conditions.
• About unlocking with biometrics: Learn additional information about
securing your device with biometrics.
Fingerprint scanner
Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps.
You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your
Samsung account. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a
pattern, PIN, or password.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints.

2. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.
Fingerprint management
Add, delete, and rename fingerprints.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints for the following
options:
• The list of registered fingerprints is at the top of this list. You can tap a
fingerprint to remove or rename it.
• Add fingerprint: Simply follow the prompts to register another fingerprint.
• Check added fingerprints: Scan your fingerprint to see if it has been
registered.
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Fingerprint verification settings

Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints.
• Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking
your device.
• Fingerprint always on: Wake and unlock your device by just touching the Side
key.
• Web sign-in: Use your fingerprints to sign in to websites.
• Samsung account: Use your fingerprints to verify your identity instead of your
Samsung account password.
• About unlocking with biometrics: Read details on the requirements each
biometric security feature has for using your pattern, PIN, or password as a
backup.
Biometrics settings
Configure your preferences for biometric security options.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Biometrics preferences for the
following:
• Screen transition effect: Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to
unlock your device.
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Multi window
Multitask by using multiple apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi window™
can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and
adjust the size of their windows.
Split screen control
1. From any screen, tap Recent apps.

2. Tap the app icon, and then tap Open in split screen view.
3. Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen view.
• Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size.
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Window controls
The Window controls modify the way app windows are displayed in split screen view.
1. Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows.
2. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options:
• Switch window: Swap the two windows.
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Enter text
Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice.
Expand toolbar
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Toolbar
The toolbar provides quick access to features of the keyboard. Options may vary by
carrier.
◌ From the Samsung keyboard, tap Expand toolbar for the following options:
• Emojis: Insert an emoji.
• Stickers: Add illustrated stickers.
• GIFs: Add animated GIFs.
• Voice input: Use Google Voice™ typing.
• Settings: Access keyboard settings.
• Search: Locate specific words or phrases in your conversations.
• Translate: Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them
into another language.
• Text editing: Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to
cut, copy, and paste.
• Modes: Select a keyboard layout.
• Keyboard size: Adjust the height and width of the keyboard.
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Configure the Samsung keyboard

Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard.
◌ From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for the following options:
• Languages and types: Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are
available on the keyboard.
– To switch between languages, swipe the Space bar left or right.
• Smart typing: Use predictive text and auto-correction features to prevent
common typing mistakes. Type by swiping between letters.
• Style and layout: Customize the appearance and function of the keyboard.
• Swipe, touch, and feedback: Customize gestures and feedback.
• Third-party content: Enable third-party keyboard features.
• Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to original settings and clear
personalized data.
• About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the
Samsung keyboard.
• Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
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Use Google Voice typing

Instead of typing, enter text by speaking.
Return to keyboard
Open settings
1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input.

2. Tap the screen and speak your text.
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Configure Google Voice typing

Set customized options for Google Voice typing.
1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input.

2. Tap Settings for options.
• Languages: Choose the language for the keyboard.
• Offline speech recognition: Download languages for offline Google Voice
typing.
• Hide offensive words: Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks.
Emergency mode
Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency features and conserve your
device’s power during an emergency situation.
To save battery power, Emergency mode:
• Restricts application usage to only essential applications and those you select.
• Turns off connectivity features and Mobile data when the screen is off.
Activate Emergency mode

To activate Emergency mode:
1. Press and hold the Side key.

2. Tap Emergency mode.
• When accessing for the first time, read and accept the terms and conditions.
3. Tap Turn on.
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Emergency mode features

While in Emergency mode, only the following apps and features are available on the
Home screen. Options may vary by carrier.
l Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light.

l Emergency alarm: Sound an audible siren.
l Share/Message my location: Send your location information to your emergency
contacts.
l Phone: Launch the call screen.
l Internet/Chrome: Launch the web browser.
l Add: Choose additional apps to include on the Emergency mode screen.
l Estimated battery life: Displays estimated remaining battery charge time based on
current battery charge and usage.
l Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone number (for example, 911). This kind
of call can be made even without activated service.
l More options:
– Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to
standard mode.
– Remove apps: Choose apps to remove from the screen.
– Emergency contacts: Manage your medical profile and ICE (In Case of
Emergency) group contacts.
– Settings: Configure the available settings. Only a limited number of settings are
enabled in Emergency mode.
Turn off Emergency mode

When emergency mode is turned off, the device returns to standard mode.
◌ Tap More options, and tap Turn off Emergency mode.
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Camera and Gallery
You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app. Images and
videos are stored in the Gallery, where you can view and edit them.
Camera
Navigate the camera screen | Configure shooting mode | Live focus | Record videos |
Camera settings
Gallery
View pictures | Edit pictures | Play video | Edit video | Share pictures and videos |
Delete pictures and videos | Group similar images | Take a screenshot
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Camera
You can capture high-quality pictures and videos using the Camera app.
◌ From Apps, tap Camera.
TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app.
Settings
Zoom
Shooting modes
Gallery Switch cameras

Capture
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Navigate the camera screen

Take stunning pictures with your device’s front and rear cameras.
1. From Camera, set up your shot with the following features:
• Tap the screen where you want the camera to focus.
– When you tap the screen, a brightness scale appears. Drag the slider to
adjust the brightness.
• To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras, swipe the screen up or
down.
• To change to a different shooting mode, swipe the screen right or left.
• To change camera settings, tap Settings.
2. Tap Capture.
Configure shooting mode

Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from
several shooting modes.
◌ From Camera, swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes.
• Live focus: Adjust the level of background blur in your photos so the subject
stands out.
• Photo: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures.
• Video: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos.
• More: Choose other available shooting modes. Tap Add to drag modes
into or out of the shooting modes tray at the bottom of the Camera screen.
– Deco Pic: Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera.
– Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and
color tone while taking pictures.
– Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal
or vertical direction.
– Macro: Capture close-up images of objects from 3-5 cm away.
– Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food.
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Live focus
Add interactive focus effects to your pictures.
1. From Camera, swipe to Live focus.

2. Drag the slider to fine-tune the effect.
3. Tap Capture.
Record videos
Record smooth lifelike videos using your device.
1. From Camera, swipe right or left to change the shooting mode to Video.
2. Tap Record to begin recording a video.
• To take a picture while recording, tap Capture.
• To temporarily stop recording, tap Pause. To continue recording, tap
Resume.
3. Tap Stop when you are finished recording.
Camera settings
Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your
camera’s settings.
◌ From Camera, tap Settings for the following options:
Pictures
• Swipe Shutter button to edge to: Choose to either take a burst shot or create
a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge.
Videos
• Rear video size: Choose an aspect ratio and resolution for videos captured
with the rear cameras.
• Front video size: Choose an aspect ratio and resolution for videos captured
with the front camera.
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Useful features
• Auto HDR: Capture more detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots.
• Pictures as previewed: Save selfies as they appear in the preview without
flipping them.
• Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video.
• Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos.
• Shooting methods:
– Press Volume key to: Use the Volume keys to take pictures, record video,
zoom, or control system volume.
– Floating shutter button: Add an extra shutter button that you can move
anywhere on the screen.
– Show palm: Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have
your picture taken in a few seconds.
• Settings to keep: Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting
mode, selfie angle, and filters as the last time.
• Storage location: Select a memory location.
– A memory card (not included) must be installed to view Storage location.
• Shutter sound: Play a tone when taking a picture.
• Watermark: Add a watermark to the bottom left corner of your pictures.
• Reset settings: Reset the Camera settings.
• Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
• About Camera: View app and software information.
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Gallery
Go to the Gallery to look at the all the visual media stored on your device. You can
view, edit, and manage pictures and videos.
◌ From Apps, tap Gallery.
Sort images into Customize collections

custom albums of pictures and videos
View pictures Share pictures and

and videos videos
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View pictures
Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app.
1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.

2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.
• To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites.
• To access the following features, tap More options:
– Details: View and edit information about the picture.
– Set as wallpaper: Set the picture as wallpaper.
– Print: Send the picture to a connected printer.
Edit pictures
Enhance your pictures using the Gallery's editing tools.

2. Tap a picture to view it, and then tap Edit for the following options:
• Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other changes to the overall
appearance of the picture.
• Filters: Add color effects.
• Tone: Adjust the brightness, exposure, contrast, and more.
• Stickers: Overlay illustrated or animated stickers.
• Draw: Add handwritten text or hand drawn content.
• Text: Add text to the picture.
• Reset: Undo the changes applied to restore the original picture.
3. Tap Save when finished.
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Play video
View the videos stored on your device. You can save videos as favorites, and view video
details.

2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.
• To mark the video as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites. The video is added to
Favorites under the Albums tab.
• To access the following features, tap More options:
– Details: View and edit information about the video.
– Set as wallpaper: Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen.
3. Tap Play video to play the video.
Edit video
Edit videos stored on your device.

2. Tap a video to view it.
3. Tap Edit to cut segments of the video.
4. Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted.
Share pictures and videos

Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app.

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

Delete pictures and videos stored on your device.
1. From Gallery, tap More options > Edit.

2. Tap pictures and videos to select them.
3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
Group similar images

Organize pictures and videos in the Gallery by similarity.
1. From Gallery, tap Group similar images.

2. Tap Ungroup similar images to return to the default Gallery view.
Take a screenshot
Capture an image of your screen. Your device will automatically create a Screenshots
album in the Gallery app.
◌ From any screen, press and release the Side and Volume down keys.
Screenshot Settings
Modify screenshot settings.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Screenshots.
l Screenshot toolbar: Show additional options after you take a screenshot.
l Hide status and navigation bars: Do not display the status bar or
navigation bars on screenshots.
l Delete shared screenshots: Automatically delete screenshots after they
are shared through the screenshot toolbar.
l Screenshot format: Choose if you would like your screenshots to be saved
as JPG or PNG files.
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Using apps
Samsung apps
Google apps
Microsoft apps
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Using apps
Uninstall or disable apps | Search for apps | Sort apps | Create and use folders | Game
Booster | App settings
The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. Apps can be downloaded
from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store.
◌ From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to access the Apps list.
Uninstall or disable apps

Installed apps can be removed from your device. Some apps that are preloaded
(available on your device by default) can only be disabled. Disabled apps are turned
off and hidden from the Apps list.
◌ From Apps, touch and hold an app, and tap Uninstall/Disable.
Search for apps

If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting, you can use the Search feature.
1. From Apps, tap Search, and enter a word or words. As you type, matching apps
and settings appear as results on the screen.
2. Tap a result to go to that app.
TIP You can customize the search settings by tapping More options > Finder
settings.
Sort apps
App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order.
◌ From Apps, tap More options > Sort for the following sorting options:
• Custom order: Arrange apps manually.
• Alphabetical order: Sort apps alphabetically.
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Create and use folders

You can make folders to organize App shortcuts on the Apps list.
1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another
app shortcut until it is highlighted.
2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
• Folder name: Name the folder.
• Palette: Change the folder color.
• Add apps: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and
then tap Done.
3. Tap Back to close the folder.
Copy a folder to a Home screen

You can copy a folder to a Home screen.
◌ From Apps, touch and hold a folder, and tap Add to Home.
Delete a folder
When you delete a folder, the app shortcuts return to the Apps list.
1. From Apps, touch and hold a folder to delete.

2. Tap Delete folder, and confirm when prompted.
Game Booster
Get optimized performance while playing games based on your usage. Block
notifications and enable features to improve your gaming experience.
◌ While playing a game, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to view the
navigation bar. The following options are seen on the far right and left sides:
• Screen touch lock: Lock the screen to prevent accidental taps. This is
the default option.
• Game Booster: Configure other options, including performance
monitoring and blocking the navigation bar, screen touches, and
screenshots.
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App settings
Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps.
1. From Settings, tap Apps.

2. Tap More options for the following options:
• Sort by: Sort the apps by size, name, last used, or last updated.
• Default apps: Choose or change apps that are used by default for certain
features, like email or browsing the Internet.
• Permission manager: Control which apps have permissions to use certain
features of your device.
• Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system (background) apps.
• Special access: Select which apps can have special access permissions to
features on your device.
• Reset app preferences: Reset options that have been changed. Existing app
data is not deleted.
3. Tap an app to view and update information about the app. The following options
may be displayed:
Usage
• Mobile data: View mobile data usage.

• Battery: View battery usage since the last full charge.
• Storage: Manage the app’s storage usage.
• Memory: View memory usage.
App settings
• Notifications: Configure notifications from the app.

• Permissions: View permissions granted to the app for access to your device’s
information.
• Set as default: Set the app as a default for a certain category of apps.
Advanced
• Options vary by app.
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App info options
• Open: Launch the app. Not all apps have this option.
• Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the app. Some preloaded apps can only
be disabled, not uninstalled.
• Force stop: Stop an app that is not working correctly.
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Samsung apps
The following apps may be preloaded or downloaded over-the-air to your device
during setup. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store.
Galaxy Store | Game Launcher | Samsung Free | Samsung Global Goals | Samsung
Members | Calculator | Calendar | Clock | Contacts | Internet | Messages | My Files | Phone |
Samsung Notes
Galaxy Store
Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices. A Samsung
account is required to download from Galaxy Store.
Game Launcher
Automatically arrange all your games in one place. For more information on Game
Launcher, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/game-launcher.
TIP If Game Launcher is not seen in the Apps list, then from Settings, tap
Advanced features > Game Launcher, and then tap .
Samsung Free
Access live TV shows, news and articles from numerous sources, and interactive
games entirely free of charge.
Samsung Global Goals

Learn more about the Global Goals initiative and contribute towards donations that
support these causes with ads from this app.
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Samsung Members
Get more and do more from your Galaxy device. Enjoy DIY support tools and exclusive
experiences and content — for Samsung members only. Samsung Members may be
preloaded on your device, or you can download and install it from Galaxy Store or the
Google Play store.
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Calculator
The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit
converter.
Unit converter
Convert between
measurements. Scientific mode
History
View past
calculations.
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Calendar
The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all
your calendars in one place.
Navigation drawer Go to today’s date
Tap to view event
Create new event
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Add calendars
Add your accounts to the Calendar app.
1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer.

2. Tap Calendar settings > Add new account and select an account type.
3. Enter your account information and follow the prompts.
TIP Accounts may also support email, contacts, and other features.
Calendar alert style

Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different styles.
1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer > Calendar settings > Alert
style. The following options are available:
• Light: Receive a notification and hear a short sound.
• Medium: Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound.
• Strong: Get a full-screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed.
2. Depending on the alert style selected above, the following sound options are
available:
• Ring once sound: Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles.
• Keep ringing sound: Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style.
Create an event
Use your Calendar to create events.
1. From Calendar, tap Add event to add an event.

2. Enter details for the event, and then tap Save.
Delete an event
Delete events from your Calendar.
1. From Calendar, tap an event, and tap again to edit it.

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Clock
The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.
Add alarm
Turn alarm on or off
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Alarm
Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring alarms and choose options for how to
be notified.
1. From Clock, tap Add alarm.

2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
• Time: Set a time for the alarm.
• Day: Choose the days for this alarm.
• Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.
• Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set
the volume of the alarm.
• Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert.
• Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while
snoozing.
3. Tap Save to save the alarm.
Delete an alarm
You can delete an alarm that you created.
1. From Clock, touch and hold an alarm.

2. Tap Delete.
Alert settings
You can set the device to vibrate for alarms and timers whether the Sound mode is set
to Mute or Vibrate.
1. From Clock, tap More options > Settings.

2. Tap Vibrate for alarms and timers to enable the feature.
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World clock
The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the
globe.
Search Location
Find a particular Center the globe on
place. your current location.
Globe
Drag to spin and
see times around
the world.
City
View the current
time and add to your
list of cities.
1. From Clock, tap World clock.

2. Tap Add city.
3. Tap the city you want, and then tap Add.
• To remove a city, touch and hold it, and tap Delete.
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Time zone converter

Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in
the other listed cities.

2. Tap More options > Time zone converter.
3. Tap Menu to choose a different city.
• To add a city to the list, tap Add city.
4. Swipe the hours, minutes, and period (AM or PM) on the clock to set a time. Local
times for the other cities listed are automatically updated.
• To return the clock to the current time, tap Reset.
Weather settings
Show weather information on your World clock.

2. Tap More options > Settings > Show weather information to enable or disable
weather information.
3. Tap Unit to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
Stopwatch
The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second.
1. From Clock, tap Stopwatch.

2. Tap Start to begin timing.
• To keep track of lap times, tap Lap.
3. Tap Stop to end timing.
• To continue timing after stopping the clock, tap Resume.
• To reset the Stopwatch to zero, tap Reset.
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Timer
Set a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
1. From Clock, tap Timer.

2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the Timer.
3. Tap Start to begin the Timer.
• To temporarily stop the Timer, tap Pause. To continue, tap Resume.
• To stop and reset the Timer, tap Cancel.
Preset timer
Name and save preset timers.
1. From Clock, tap Timer > Add preset timer.

2. Configure the countdown time and timer name.
3. Tap Add to save the timer.
• To edit a saved preset timer, tap More options > Edit preset timers.
Timer options
You can customize the Timer options.
1. From Clock, tap Timer.

2. Tap More options > Settings.
• Sound: Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own.
• Vibration: Enable to disable vibration for the timer.
General settings
View and configure settings for all Clock tools.
◌ From Clock, tap More options > Settings.
• Customization Service: Sign in to your Samsung account to customize
personal content in supported apps.
• About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates.
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Contacts
Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize with personal accounts added
to your device. Accounts may also support email, calendars, and other features.
Add profile picture
Add, delete, and

expand fields
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Create a contact
1. From Contacts, tap Create contact.
2. Enter details for the contact, and then tap Save.
Edit a contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete information, or you
can add more fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From Contacts, tap a contact.

2. Tap Edit.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information.
4. Tap Save.
Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are grouped at the top of your contact list
and easily accessible from other apps.

2. Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite.
• To remove the contact from Favorites, tap Favorites.
Share a contact
Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services.

2. Tap Share.
3. Tap either File or Text.
4. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts.
TIP When viewing a contact, tap QR code to quickly share the information

with friends or family. The QR code automatically updates when you change the
contact information fields.
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Direct share
Share content directly with your contacts from within any app. Once enabled, your
frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Direct share and tap to enable
the feature.
Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts.
Create a group
Create your own contact groups.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups.

2. Tap Create group, and then tap fields to enter information about the group:
• Group name: Enter a name for the new group.
• Group ringtone: Customize the sounds for the group.
• Add member: Select contacts to add to the new group, and then tap Done.
3. Tap Save.
Add or remove group contacts

Add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts.
◌ From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
• To remove a contact, touch and hold a contact to select it, and then tap
Remove.
• To add a contact, tap Edit > Add member, and then tap the contacts you
want to add. When finished, tap Done > Save.
Send a message to a group

Send a text message to members of a group.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
2. Tap More options > Send message.
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Send an email to a group

Send an email to members of a group.
2. Tap More options > Send email.
3. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to
select all, and then tap Done.
• Only group members that have an email address in their records are
displayed.
4. Choose an email account and follow the prompts.
Delete a group
Delete a group you have created.
2. Tap More options > Delete.
• To only delete the group, tap Group only.
• To delete the group and the contacts in the group, tap Group and members.
Manage contacts
You can import or export contacts, as well as link multiple contacts into one contact
entry.
Merge contacts
Consolidate contact information from multiple sources into one contact by linking
entries into a single contact.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.

2. Tap Merge contacts. Contacts with duplicate phone numbers, email addresses,
and names will be listed together.
3. Tap the contacts to select them, and tap Merge.
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Import contacts
Import contacts to your device as vCard files (VCF).

2. Tap Import or export contacts.
3. Tap Import and follow the prompts.
Export contacts
Export contacts from your device as vCard files (VCF).
1. From Contacts tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.

2. Tap Import or export contacts.
3. Tap Export and follow the prompts.
Sync contacts
Keep all of your contacts up to date in all of your accounts.
1. From Contacts tap Open drawer > Manage contacts.

2. Tap Sync contacts.
Set default storage location

Automatically save new contacts to your device, SIM card, or an account.

2. Tap Default storage location.
3. Tap an option or add an account to set the default.
Delete contacts
Delete a single contact or multiple contacts.
1. From Contacts, touch and hold a contact to select it.

• You can also tap other contacts to select them for deletion.
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Internet
Samsung Internet is a simple, fast, and reliable web browser for your device.
Experience more secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode, Biometric Web
Login, and Contents Blocker.
Add to
Reload webpage
Bookmarks
Access Bookmarks
Access Tabs
Navigate
TIP Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-internet for more

information.
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Browser tabs
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time.
◌ From Internet, tap Tabs > New tab.
• To close a tab, tap Tabs > Close tab.
Create a Bookmark
Bookmark your favorite webpages to quickly access them.
◌ From Internet, tap Add to Bookmark to save the open webpage.
Open a Bookmark
Quickly launch a web page from the Bookmarks page.
1. From Internet, tap Bookmarks.

2. Tap a bookmark entry.
Save a web page

There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app.
◌ From Internet, tap Tools > Add page to for the following options:
• Bookmarks: Add the webpage to your Bookmark list.
• Quick access: View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages.
• Home screen: Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen.
• Saved pages: Save the webpage content on your device so that you can
access it offline.
View history
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
◌ From Internet, tap Tools > History.
TIP To clear your browsing history, tap More options > Clear history.
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Share pages
Web pages can be shared with your contacts.
◌ From Internet, tap Tools > Share, and follow the prompts.
Secret mode
Pages viewed in secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history,
and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade
than the normal tab windows.
Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab.
1. From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn on secret mode.

2. Tap Start to begin browsing in secret mode.
Secret mode settings

Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode.
1. From Internet, tap Tabs.

2. Tap More options > Secret mode settings for the following options:
• Use password: Create a password to enable secret mode.
• Face: Use Face recognition to keep Secret mode private.
• Fingerprints: Use Fingerprint scanner to keep Secret mode private.
• Reset Secret mode: Erase your secret mode data and restore defaults.
Turn off secret mode

Disable secret mode and return to normal browsing.
◌ From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode.
Internet settings
Modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
◌ From Internet, tap Tools > Settings.
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Messages
Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos, send
emojis, or just say a quick hello.
◌ From Messages, tap Compose new message.
Open More options Record voice message
Message search
To quickly locate a message, use the search feature.
1. From Messages, tap Search.

2. Enter keywords in the Search field, and then tap Search on the keyboard.
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Delete conversations
You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations.
1. From Messages, tap More options > Delete.

2. Tap each conversation you want to delete.
Send SOS messages

Send a message with your location to designated contacts when you are in an
emergency situation.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Send SOS messages, and then tap
to enable this feature.
• To choose the number of times to press the Side key to send an SOS message,
tap either 3 times or 4 times.
• To choose a contact to automatically call after you send an SOS message, tap
Auto call someone.
• To include a picture from your front and rear cameras, tap Attach pictures.
• To include a five-second audio recording in your SOS message, tap Attach
audio recording.
• To add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from Contacts, tap
Send messages to.
2. Press the Side key quickly three or four times to send an SOS message.
Message settings
Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages.
◌ From Messages, tap More options > Settings.
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Emergency alerts
Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no
charge for receiving an Emergency alert message.
1. From Messages, tap More options > Settings.

2. Tap Emergency alert settings to customize notifications for emergency alerts.
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My Files
View and manage files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and
sound clips. You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and
SD card, if supported.
Search
Storage locations
Additional
locations, such as
cloud accounts, are
displayed here if
supported.
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File groups
Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups:
• Recent files: View recently accessed files.

• Categories: View your files based on the file type.
• Storage: View files saved on your device, optional SD card, and cloud accounts.
– Cloud accounts vary depending on the services you sign in to.
• Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.
My Files options
Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history, and more.
◌ From My Files, the following options are available:
• Search: Search for a file or folder.
• More options:
– Cloud service: Connect to a carrier cloud service if available.
– Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.
– Settings: View settings for the app.
– Contact us: Get connected with Samsung Members.
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Phone
The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls. Explore the advanced
calling features. Contact your carrier for more information. The actual appearance of
the Phone app screen varies by carrier.
Access voicemail
Video call
Make a call
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Calls
The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents
tab, Contacts and more.
Make a call
Use your phone to make and answer calls from a Home screen.
◌ From Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call.
• Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed.
Enable swipe to call

Swipe a contact or number to the right to make a call.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Swipe to call
or send messages.
2. Tap to enable this feature.
Make a call from Recents

All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log.
1. From Phone, tap Recents to display a list of recent calls.

2. Tap a contact, and then tap Call.
Make a call from Contacts

Call a contact from the Contacts app.
◌ From Contacts, swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the
contact.
Answer a call
When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name is
displayed. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.
◌ On the incoming call screen, drag Answer to the right to answer the call.
TIP On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Answer to answer the call.
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Decline a call
You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is
displayed for the incoming call.
◌ On the incoming call screen, drag Decline to the left to reject the call and
send it to your voicemail.
TIP On the incoming pop-up screen, tap Decline to reject the call and send
it to your voicemail.
Decline with a message

You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response.
◌ On the incoming call screen, drag Send message upward and select a message.
TIP On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Send message and select a
message.
End a call
◌ Tap End call when you are ready to end your call.
Actions while on a call

You can adjust call volume, switch to a headset or speaker, and even multitask while
on a call.
◌ Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume.
Switch to headset or speaker

Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth® headset (not included).
◌ Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker or tap Bluetooth to hear
the caller using a Bluetooth headset.
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Multitask
If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status
bar.
To return to the call screen:

◌ Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.
To end a call while multitasking:

◌ Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap
End call.
Call pop-up settings

When calls are received while using other apps, they can be displayed as pop-ups.
◌ From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call display while using apps.
The following options are available:
• Full screen: Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app.
• Pop-up: Display an incoming call as a pop-up at the top of the screen.
• Mini pop-up: Display an incoming call as a smaller pop-up.
• Keep calls in pop-up: Enable this option to keep calls in the pop-up after they
are answered.
Manage calls
Your calls are recorded in a call log. You can set up speed dials, block numbers, and
use voicemail.
Call log
The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call
log.
◌ From Phone, tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in
your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.
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Save a contact from a recent call

Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list.
1. From Phone, tap Recents.

2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts
list, and tap Add to contacts.
3. Tap Create new contact or Update existing contact.
Delete call records

To delete Call log entries:

2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log.
3. Tap Delete.
Block a number
By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to
your voicemail, and messages are not received.

2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list.
3. Tap Details > Block, and confirm when prompted.
TIP You can also modify your Block list in Settings. From Phone, tap
More options > Settings > Block numbers.
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Speed dial
You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number.
1. From Phone, tap Keypad > More options > Speed dial numbers. The Speed
dial numbers screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers.
2. Tap an unassigned number.
• Tap Menu to select a different Speed dial number than the next one in
sequence.
• Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail.
3. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from Contacts to assign a contact to
the number.
• The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box.
Make a call with Speed dial

You can make a call using Speed dial.
◌ From Phone, touch and hold the Speed dial number.
• If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long, enter the first digits,
and then hold the last digit.
Remove a Speed dial number

You can remove an assigned Speed dial number.
1. From Phone, tap More options > Speed dial numbers.
2. Tap Delete by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial.
Emergency calls
You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the
phone’s service status. If your phone is not activated, you can only make an
emergency call.
1. From Phone, enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America)
and tap Call.
2. Complete your call. During this type of call, you have access to most in-call
features.
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TIP The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked,
allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency. When
accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible
to the caller. The rest of the phone remains secured.
Phone settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app.
◌ From Phone, tap More options > Settings.
Optional calling services

Your wireless carrier and service plan may support the following calling services.
Place a multi-party call

Make another call while a call is in progress. Options may vary by carrier.
1. From the active call, tap Add call to dial the second call.
2. Dial the new number and tap Call. When the call is answered:
• Tap the On hold number to switch between the two calls.
• Tap Merge to hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing).
Video calls
To make Video calls:
◌ Tap Phone, enter a number, and then tap Video call or Video call or
Video call.
NOTE Not all devices support video calling. The receiver has the option to accept
the video call or answer the call as a regular voice call.
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Real Time Text (RTT)

Type back and forth in real time with the other person while on a call.
You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone whose phone also supports RTT or
is connected to a teletypewriter (TTY) device. The RTT icon appears on all incoming
RTT calls.
1. From Phone, tap More options > Settings.

2. Tap Real time text for the following options:
• RTT call button: Choose a visibility option for the RTT call button.
• Use external TTY keyboard: Hide the RTT keyboard when an external
TTY keyboard is connected.
• TTY mode: Choose the preferred TTY mode for the keyboard in use.
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Samsung Notes
Use Samsung Notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice
recordings, and music. You can share your notes easily using social networking
services.
Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to learn more.
Insert
Assign a category
Set text options
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Create notes
Add text, images, voice recordings and more.
1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add.

2. Use the text options to create content.
3. When you are finished, tap Save.
Voice recordings
Create annotated voice recordings perfect for lectures or meetings. Take notes while
recording audio. Playback is synced to scroll to the corresponding text.
1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add.

2. Tap Insert > Voice recordings.
3. Use the text options to create content while audio is being recorded.
Notes options
You can edit, sort, or manage notes.
◌ From Samsung Notes, the following options are available:
• Search: Search for a keyword.
• More options:
– Edit: Select notes to share, delete, save as file, lock, or move.
– Sort: Change the way notes are organized.
– View: Switch between Grid, List, or Simple list.
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Notes menu
You can view your notes by category.
◌ From Samsung Notes, tap Navigation drawer for the following options:
• Samsung Notes settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app.
• All notes: View all notes.
• Frequently used: Quick access to commonly used notes.
• Shared notebooks: View notebooks shared with your contacts through your
Samsung account.
• Trash: View deleted notes for up to 15 days.
• Categories: View notes by groups.
• Manage categories: Add, remove, and organize groups.
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Google apps
The following Google apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded
from the Google Play™ store.
Chrome | Drive | Duo | Gmail | Google | Maps | Photos | Play Movies & TV | Play Store |
YouTube | YT Music
Chrome
Browse the Internet with Chrome™ and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address
bar data from your computer to your mobile device.
Visit support.google.com/chrome to learn more.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share files saved to your Google Drive™ cloud account.
Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more.
Duo
Make video calls.
Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Google’s web-based email service.
Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more.
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Google
Find online content with tools that learn what interests you. Turn on your
personalized feed to receive customized content.
Visit support.google.com/websearch to learn more.
Maps
Get directions and other location-based information. You must enable location
services to use Google Maps. For more information, see Location.
Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more.
Photos
Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your Google Account with
Google Photos™.
Visit support.google.com/photos to learn more.
Play Movies & TV

Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can also view videos
saved on your device.
Visit play.google.com/store/movies to learn more.
Play Store
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in the
Google Play store.
Visit support.google.com/play to learn more.
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YouTube
Watch and upload YouTube™ videos right from your device.
Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more.
YT Music
Stream and browse playlists, albums, and artists from YouTube Music.
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Microsoft apps
The following Microsoft apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be
downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store.
Outlook | LinkedIn | Office | OneDrive
Outlook
Access email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and more in Outlook. See Add an Outlook
account. Visit support.office.com/en-us/article/outlook-for-ios-and-android-help-
cd84214e-a5ac-4e95-9ea3-e07f78d0cde6 to learn more.
Send message
Add attachment
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LinkedIn
Connect and network with other professionals around the world.
Office
Enjoy the Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft
Office mobile app.
OneDrive
Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive®
account—accessible from your personal computer, tablet, or phone.
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Settings
Access Settings
Connections
Sounds and vibration
Notifications
Display
Lock screen and security
Accounts
Device maintenance
Accessibility
Other settings
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Access Settings
There are a couple of ways to access your device settings.
From a Home screen, swipe down and tap Settings.

From Apps, tap Settings.
Search for Settings

If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can search for it.
1. From Settings, tap Search, and enter keywords.

2. Tap an entry to go to that setting.
Connections
Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other
devices.
Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | NFC and payment | Airplane mode | Mobile networks | Data usage |
Mobile hotspot | Tethering | Nearby device scanning | Connect to a printer | Virtual Private
Networks | Private DNS | Ethernet
Wi-Fi
You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network to access the Internet without using
your mobile data.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi
and scan for available networks.
2. Tap a network, and enter a password if required.
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Connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network

If the Wi-Fi network you want is not listed after a scan, you can still connect to it by
entering the information manually. Ask the Wi-Fi network administrator for the name
and password before you begin.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi.
2. Tap Add network at the bottom of the list.
3. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
• Network name: Type the exact name of the network.
• Security: Select a security option from the list, and enter the password if
required.
• Auto reconnect: Choose this option if you want to automatically reconnect to
this network whenever you are in range.
• Advanced: Define other advanced options, such as IP and Proxy settings.
4. Tap Save.
Advanced Wi-Fi settings

You can configure connections to various types of Wi-Fi networks and hotspots,
manage saved networks and look up your device's network addresses. Options may
vary by carrier.
2. Tap More options > Advanced.
• Switch to mobile data: When enabled, your device will switch to mobile data
whenever the Wi-Fi connection is unstable. When the Wi-Fi signal is strong, it
switches back to Wi-Fi.
• Turn on Wi-Fi automatically: Turn on Wi-Fi in frequently-used locations.
• Detect suspicious networks: Get notified when suspicious activity is detected
on the current Wi-Fi network.
• Network notification/Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications when open
networks in range are detected.
• Manage networks: View saved Wi-Fi networks and configure whether to auto
reconnect to or forget individual networks.
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• Wi-Fi control history: View apps that have recently turned your Wi-Fi on or
off.
• Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi networks that support
Hotspot 2.0.
• Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates.
• MAC address: View your device’s MAC address, which is required when
connecting to some secured networks (not configurable).
• IP address: View your device’s IP address (not configurable).
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct uses Wi-Fi to share data between devices.
2. Tap More options > Wi-Fi Direct.
3. Tap a device, and then follow the prompts to connect.
Disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct

Disconnect your device from a Wi-Fi Direct device.
◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi > More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Tap a
device to disconnect it.
Bluetooth
You can pair your device to other Bluetooth-enabled devices, like Bluetooth
headphones or a Bluetooth-enabled vehicle infotainment system. Once a pairing is
created, the devices remember each other and can exchange information without
having to enter the passkey again.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap to turn on
Bluetooth.
2. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect.
TIP When sharing a file, tap Bluetooth to use this feature.
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Rename a paired device

You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize.
Bluetooth.
2. Tap Settings next to the device name, and then tap Rename.
3. Enter a new name, and tap Rename.
Unpair from a Bluetooth device

When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each
other and you will need to pair with the device again in order to connect to it.
Bluetooth.
2. Tap Settings next to the device, and then tap Unpair.
Advanced options
Additional Bluetooth features are available in the Advanced menu. Options may vary
by carrier.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth.

2. Tap Advanced or More options > Advanced for the following options:
l Ringtone sync: Use the ringtone set on your device when you receive calls
through a connected Bluetooth device.
l Bluetooth control history: View apps that have used Bluetooth recently.
NFC and payment

Near Field Communication (NFC) allows you to communicate with another device
without connecting to a network. This technology is used by Android Beam and
certain payment apps. The device that you are transferring to needs to support NFC,
and it needs to be within four centimeters of your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and payment, and then tap to
turn on this feature.
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Android Beam
Use Android Beam to share photos, contacts, or other data between NFC-enabled
devices.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and payment, and then tap to
turn on NFC.
2. Tap Android Beam, and then tap to turn on this feature.
TIP When sharing a file, tap Android Beam to use this feature.
Tap and pay

Use an NFC payment app to make payments by touching your device to a compatible
credit card reader.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and payment, and then tap to
turn on NFC.
2. Tap Tap and pay to see the default payment app.
• To use another payment app, tap an available app to choose it.
• To use a payment app that is open, tap Tap and pay with open apps.
• To set another payment service as the default, tap Others, and then tap the
service you prefer.
Airplane mode
Airplane mode turns off all network connections including calling, texting, mobile
data, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. While Airplane mode is enabled, you can turn on Wi-Fi and
Bluetooth in Settings or from the Quick settings panel.
◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Airplane mode, and then tap to
enable this feature.
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Mobile networks
Use Mobile networks to configure your device's ability to connect to mobile networks
and use mobile data. Options may vary by carrier.
◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile networks.
• Data roaming: Choose whether to allow your device to connect to mobile
data while traveling outside your carrier's network area.
• Network mode: You can select which network modes your mobile device
can use.
• System select: Change the roaming mode.
• Access Point Names: Choose or add APNs, which have the network settings
your device needs to connect to your provider.
• Network operators: Choose available and preferred networks.
TIP Use these features to help manage connection settings that may affect your
monthly bill.
Data usage
Check your current mobile and Wi-Fi data usage. You can also customize warnings and
limits.
◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.
Turn on Data saver

Use Data saver to reduce your data consumption by preventing selected apps from
sending or receiving data in the background.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage > Data saver.
2. Tap to turn on Data saver.
• To allow some apps to have unrestricted data usage, tap Allowed to use data
while Data saver is on, and tap next to each app to specify restrictions.
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Monitor mobile data

You can customize your mobile data access by setting limits and restrictions. Options
may vary by carrier.
◌ From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. The following options are
available:
• Mobile data: Use mobile data from your plan.
• Mobile data only apps: Set apps to always use mobile data, even when your
device is connected to Wi-Fi.
• Mobile data usage: View data usage over mobile connections over a period of
time. You can view total usage as well as usage by app.
• Billing cycle and data warning: Change the monthly date to align with your
carrier’s billing date.
TIP Use these features to keep an eye on your estimated data usage.
Monitor Wi-Fi data

You can restrict Wi-Fi data access by customizing usage limits and networks.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.

2. Tap Wi-Fi data usage to view data usage over Wi-Fi connections over a period of
time. You can view total usage as well as usage by app.
Mobile hotspot
Mobile hotspot uses your data plan to create a Wi-Fi network that can be used by
multiple devices.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering >
Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap to turn on Mobile hotspot.
3. On the devices you want to connect, activate Wi-Fi and select your device’s
Mobile hotspot. Enter the Mobile hotspot password to connect.
• Connected devices are listed under the heading Connected devices.
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Band
Select one of the available band options.
Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap Band, and tap an option.
Configure mobile hotspot settings

You can customize your mobile hotspot's security and connection settings.
Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap More options > Configure mobile hotspot for the following settings:
• Network name: View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot.
• Broadcast network name (SSID): Make your device visible to others.
• Security: Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot.
• Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, you can view or
change it.
• Broadcast channel: Select a broadcast channel or set it to Auto.
• Protected management frames: Enable this feature for additional privacy
protections.
Timeout settings
You can set the Mobile hotspot to automatically turn off when there are no connected
devices.
Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap More options > Timeout settings, and then choose an interval.
TIP This feature can help you manage your data usage.
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Wi-Fi sharing
Turn on Wi-Fi sharing to quickly share your Wi-Fi network with other devices.
Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap More options > Wi-Fi sharing to turn on this feature.
TIP Use this feature to share your Wi-Fi network without giving out your Wi-Fi
password.
Auto hotspot
Share your hotspot connection automatically with other devices signed in to your
Samsung account.
Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap Auto hotspot, and tap to enable the feature.
Tethering
You can use tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with another device.
Options may vary by carrier.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering.
2. Tap an option:
• Tap Bluetooth tethering to share your device’s Internet connection using
Bluetooth.
• Connect the computer to the device using a USB cable, and then tap
USB tethering.
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Nearby device scanning

Easily set up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device
scanning. This feature sends you a notification when there are available devices to
connect to.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Nearby device
scanning.
2. Tap to turn on the feature.
Connect to a printer
Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi network to easily print documents
and images from your device.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Printing.
2. Tap Default print service, and then tap More options > Add printer.
• If your printer requires a plugin, tap Download plugin and follow the
prompts to add a print service.
NOTE Not all apps support printing.
Virtual Private Networks

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to connect to a private secured network
from your device. You will need the connection information from your VPN
administrator.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN.
2. Tap More options > Add VPN profile.
3. Enter the VPN network information provided by your network administrator, and
tap Save.
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Manage a VPN
Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection.
2. Tap Settings next to a VPN.
3. Edit the VPN and tap Save, or tap Delete to remove the VPN.
Connect to a VPN
Once you have set up a VPN, connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy.
2. Tap a VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect.
l To disconnect, tap the VPN, and then tap Disconnect.
Private DNS
You can configure your device to connect to a private DNS host.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Private DNS.
2. Tap one of the available options to configure a private DNS connection.
3. Tap Save.
Ethernet
If wireless network connection is not available, you can use an Ethernet cable to
connect your device to a local network.
1. Connect an Ethernet cable to your device.

2. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Ethernet, and
follow the prompts.
TIP Y
ou need an adapter (not included) to connect an Ethernet cable to your
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Sounds and vibration

You can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen
touches, and other interactions.
Sound mode | Vibrations | Volume | Ringtone | Notification sound | System sounds and
vibration | Dolby Atmos | Equalizer | Adapt sound
Sound mode
You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys.
◌ From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode:
• Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in
Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
– Vibrate while ringing: Set your device to vibrate in addition to ringing
when you receive a call.
• Vibrate: Use vibration only for notifications and alerts.
• Mute: Set your device to make no sounds.
– Temporary mute: Set a time limit for muting the device.
TIP Use the sound mode setting instead of the volume keys to change the sound
mode without losing your customized sound levels.
Easy mute
Mute incoming calls and alarms by turning your phone face down.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Easy mute,
and tap to enable.
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Vibrations
You can control how and when your device vibrates.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration.

2. Tap options to customize:
• Vibration pattern: Choose from preset vibration patterns for notifications.
• Vibration intensity: Set vibration intensity levels for calls, notifications, and
touch interactions by dragging the sliders.
Volume
Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, media, and system sounds.
◌ From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume, and drag the sliders for
each sound type.
TIP You can also use the Volume keys to adjust the volume. When pressed, a
pop-up menu shows the volume level and current sound type. You can tap the
menu to expand it, and then adjust the volume of the other sound types by
dragging their sliders.
Use Volume keys for media

Set the default action of the Volume keys to control the media sound volume rather
than whichever sound type is in use.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume.

2. Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature.
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Media volume limit

Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume while using Bluetooth speakers or
headphones (not included).
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume.

2. Tap More options > Media volume limit.
3. Tap to enable this feature.
l To set the maximum output volume, drag the Custom volume limit slider.
l To require a PIN to make changes to the volume setting, tap Set volume
limit PIN.
Ringtone
Customize your call ringtone by choosing from preset sounds or adding your own.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Ringtone.

2. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it, or tap Add to use an audio file
as a ringtone.
Notification sound
Choose a preset sound for all notification alerts.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Notification sound.
2. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it.
TIP You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique for each app using
the App settings menu.
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System sounds and vibration

Customize your device's sounds and vibrations for actions like tapping the screen and
charging the device. Options may vary by carrier.
◌ From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > System sound/vibration control for
the following options:
Sound
• Touch interactions: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make
selections.
• Screen lock/unlock: Play a sound when you lock or unlock the screen.
• Charging: Play a sound when a charger is connected.
• Dialing keypad: Play a tone when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad.
• Samsung keyboard: Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard.
Vibration
• Touch interactions: Vibrate when you tap navigation buttons or touch and

hold items on the screen.
• Dialing keypad: Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad.
• Navigation gestures: Vibrate when using gestures.
• Samsung keyboard: Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard.
Dolby Atmos
Enjoy Dolby Atmos quality when playing content that was specifically mixed for
Atmos. This feature may only be available with a headset connected.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects.
2. Tap Dolby Atmos to experience breakthrough audio that flows above and
around you.
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Equalizer
Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music, or manually
change your audio settings.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects.
2. Tap Equalizer to choose a music genre.
Adapt sound
Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening experience.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects >
Adapt sound.
2. Tap the sound profile that fits you best, and tap Settings to customize.
TIP Tap Personalize your sound to let your device identify the best sound for you.
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Notifications
You can prioritize and streamline app alerts by changing which apps send
notifications and how notifications alert you.
Manage notifications | Block app notifications | Smart alert | Smart pop-up view
Manage notifications
You can configure notifications from apps and services.
◌ From Settings, tap Notifications.
• Suggest actions and replies: Get applicable suggestions for actions to
notifications and replies to messages.
• Swipe left or right for snooze: Get an option to snooze a notification for a
later time.
• App icon badges: Identify which apps have active notifications with badges
that appear on their icons. Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the
number of unread notifications.
• Status bar: Modify how many notifications appear on the Status bar.
• Do not disturb: Block sounds and notifications while this mode is turned on.
Specify exceptions for people, apps, and alarms.
Block app notifications

You can change or block notifications for each app. Options vary by app.
1. From Settings, tap Notifications > See all.

2. Tap an app for the following options:
• Show notifications: Disable to block notifications from this app.
• Categories: Configure notification options that are specific to this app.
• App icon badges: Show a badge on the icon when there are notifications.
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Smart alert
You can set the device to notify you about missed calls and messages by vibrating
when you pick it up.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Smart alert,
and tap to enable.
Smart pop-up view

Receive notifications as icons that can be tapped and expanded in pop-up view.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Smart pop-up view, and tap to
enable.
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Display
You can configure the screen brightness, timeout delay, font size, and many other
display settings.
Dark mode | Screen brightness | Blue light filter | Font size and style | Screen zoom | Full
screen apps | Screen timeout | Screen saver | Lift to wake | Double tap to wake | Smart
stay | One-handed mode
Dark mode
Dark mode allows you to switch to a darker theme to keep your eyes more
comfortable at night, darkening white or bright screens and notifications.
◌ From Settings, tap Display for the following options:
l Light: Apply a light color theme to your device (default).
l Dark: Apply a dark color theme to your device.
l Dark mode settings: Customize when and where Dark mode is applied.
– Turn on as scheduled: Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or
Custom schedule.
– Apply to wallpaper: Apply Dark mode settings to the wallpaper when it is
active.
– Adaptive color filter: Turn on Blue light filter automatically between sunset
and sunrise to reduce eye strain.
Screen brightness
Adjust the screen brightness according to lighting conditions or personal preference.
1. From Settings, tap Display.

2. Customize options under Brightness:
• Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level.
• Tap Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the screen brightness based
on the lighting conditions.
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Blue light filter

The Blue light filter feature may help you sleep better and reduce eye strain. You can
set a schedule to automatically turn this feature on and off.
◌ From Settings, tap Display > Blue light filter, and then choose one of the
following options:
• Drag the Opacity slider to set the opacity of the filter.
• Tap Turn on now to enable this feature.
• Tap Turn on as scheduled to set a schedule for when Blue light filter should
be enabled. You can choose Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule.
Font size and style

You can change the font size and style to customize your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Display > Font size and style for the following options:
• Tap Font style to choose a different font.
– Tap a font to select it, or tap Download fonts to add fonts from
Galaxy Store.
• Tap Bold font to make all fonts appear with bold weight.
• Drag the Font size slider to adjust the size of text.
Screen zoom
Adjust the zoom level to make content easier to see.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Screen zoom.

2. Drag the Screen zoom slider to adjust the zoom level.
Full screen apps

You can choose which apps you want to use in the full screen aspect ratio.
◌ From Settings, tap Display > Full screen apps and tap apps to enable this
feature.
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Screen timeout
You can set the screen to turn off after a set amount of time.
◌ From Settings, tap Display > Screen timeout, and tap a time limit to set it.
NOTE Prolonged display of non-moving images may result in permanent ghost-

like afterimages or degraded image quality. Turn off the display screen when not
in use.
Screen saver
You can display colors or photos when the screen turns off or while charging.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Screen saver.

2. Choose one of the following options:
• None: Do not display a screen saver.
• Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors.
• Photo table: Display pictures in a photo table.
• Photo frame: Display pictures in a photo frame.
• Photos: Display pictures from your Google Photos account.
3. Tap Preview for a demonstration of the selected Screen saver.
TIP Tap Settings next to a feature for additional options.
Reduce animations
Decrease certain motion effects, such as when opening apps.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Reduce animations to enable the
feature.
Lift to wake
Turn on the screen by lifting the device.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Lift to wake
to enable this feature.
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Double tap to wake

Turn on the screen by double-tapping instead of using the Side key.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Double tap to
wake to enable this feature.
Smart stay
Use the front camera to detect when you’re looking at the screen to keep it turned on.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Smart stay,
and tap to enable the feature.
One-handed mode
You can change the screen layout to accommodate operating your device with one
hand.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > One-handed mode.

2. Tap to enable the feature and select one of the following options:
• Gesture: Swipe down in the center of the bottom edge of the screen.
• Button: Tap Home two times in quick succession to reduce the display size.
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Lock screen and security

You can secure your device and protect your data by setting a screen lock.
Screen lock types | Google Play Protect | Find My Mobile | Find My Device | Security
update | Install unknown apps | Encrypt or decrypt SD card | View passwords | Device
administration | Credential storage | Advanced security settings | Permission
manager | Send diagnostic data | Samsung Privacy | Location
Screen lock types

You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high, medium, or no
security: Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None.
NOTE Biometric locks are also available to protect access to your device and
sensitive data on your device. For more information, see Biometric security.
Set a secure screen lock

It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern,
PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks.
1. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen
lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password).
2. Tap to enable showing notifications on the lock screen. The following
options are available:
• View style: Display notification details or hide them and show only an icon.
• Hide content: Do not show notifications in the Notification panel.
• Notifications to show: Choose which notifications to show on the Lock
screen.
3. Tap Done to exit the menu.
4. Configure the following screen lock options:
• Smart Lock: Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or
other devices have been detected. A secure screen lock is required for this
feature.
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• Secure lock settings: Customize your secure lock settings. A secure screen
lock is required for this feature.
Clock and information

You can configure features that appear on the Lock screen, like the clock and other
useful information.
◌ From Settings, tap Lock screen for the following options:
• Wallpaper services: Enable additional features such as guide page and
Dynamic Lock Screen.
• Clock style: Set the type and color of the clock on the Lock screen.
• Roaming clock: Show the time both where you are and at home while you are
roaming.
• FaceWidgets: Enable widgets on the Lock screen to get quick access to useful
information.
• Contact information: Show your contact information, such as your phone
number or email address.
• Notifications: Select which notifications to display on the Lock screen.
• Shortcuts: Select which app shortcuts to add to the Lock screen.
• About Lock screen: Update the Lock screen’s software.
Google Play Protect

You can configure Google Play to regularly check your apps and device for security
risks and threats.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Google Play Protect.
• Updates are checked for automatically.
Find My Mobile
You can protect your device from loss or theft by allowing your device to be locked,
tracked online, and for your data to be deleted remotely. A Samsung account is
required, and Google location service must be turned on in order to use Find My
Mobile. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/find-my-
mobile.
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Turn on Find My Mobile

Before you can use the Find My Mobile feature, you must turn it on and customize the
options. To access your device remotely, visit findmymobile.samsung.com.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Find My Mobile.
2. Tap to enable Find My Mobile and log in to your Samsung account. The
following options are available:
• Remote unlock: Allow Samsung to store your PIN, pattern, or password,
allowing you to unlock and control your device remotely.
• Send last location: Allow your device to send its last location to the Find My
Mobile server when the remaining battery charge falls below a certain level.
• Find my Mobile update: Check for updates.
Find My Device
You can protect your device from loss or theft by allowing your device to be locked,
tracked online, and for your data to be deleted remotely. A Google Account is
required, and Google location service must be turned on.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Find My Device.
• If you are not logged in to a Google Account, tap Find My Device won’t work
and follow the prompts to sign in.
2. The following options are available:
• Find My Device: Download the app from Google Play.
• Web: Access Find My Device on the Internet.
• Google: Search for “find my device” topics online.
Security update
You can easily check the date of the last installed security software update and find
out if newer updates are available.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Security update to see the latest
security update installed and check if a newer update is available.
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Install unknown apps

You can allow installation of unknown third-party apps from selected apps or sources.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Install unknown apps.
2. Tap an app or source, and then tap Allow from this source.
TIP Installing unknown third-party apps could make your device and personal
data more vulnerable to security risks.
Encrypt or decrypt SD card

You can encrypt your optional memory card (not included) to protect its data). This
only allows the SD card information to be accessed from your device with a password.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Encrypt or decrypt SD card.
2. Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory
card.
NOTE Performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing

an encrypted SD card. Before initiating a Factory data reset, make sure to decrypt
the installed SD card first.
Decrypt SD card
You can decrypt an optional memory card (not included) if it was encrypted by this
device. You may want to decrypt the memory card if you plan to use it with another
device or before performing a Factory data reset.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Encrypt or decrypt SD card.
2. Tap Decrypt SD card and follow the prompts to decrypt all data on your memory
card.
View passwords
You can have characters displayed briefly in password fields as you type them.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings >
Make passwords visible to turn on the feature.
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Device administration
You can authorize security features and apps to have administrative access to your
device.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings >
Device admin apps.
2. Tap an option to turn it on as a device administrator.
Credential storage
You can manage the trusted security certificates installed on your device, which verify
the identity of servers for secure connections.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings for the
following 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 that identify your device.
• Install from device storage: Install a new certificate from storage.
• Clear credentials: Erase credential contents from the device and reset the
password.
Advanced security settings

You can use these options to configure advanced security settings to better protect
your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings for the
following options:
• Trust agents: Allow trusted devices to perform selected actions when
connected.
– This option is only displayed when a lock screen is turned on. For more
information, see Set a secure screen lock.
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• Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, which prevents access to
other features of your device.
• Security policy updates: Keep your device secure by checking for security
updates.
Permission manager
Apps might access features of your device that you permit them to (like the camera,
microphone, or location) when they are running in the background, not just when you
are using the app. You can set your device to notify you when this happens.
1. From Settings, tap Privacy > Permission manager.

2. Tap a category, then tap an app to select which permissions you want to be
notified about.
NOTE When using an app or service for the first time that wants to access
certain features of your device, a dialog box asks if you want to permit such
access.
Send diagnostic data

Send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when you are having
technical problems.
1. From Settings, tap Privacy > Send diagnostic data.

2. Read and accept the consent information to enable this feature.
Samsung Privacy
Send diagnostic information about your device to Samsung when you are having
technical problems.
1. From Settings, tap Privacy.

2. Under Samsung account privacy tap the following options to customize:
• Samsung Privacy: View Samsung's privacy information.
• Customization Service: Allow Samsung to provide customized content and
recommendations.
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Location
Location services use a combination of GPS, mobile network and Wi-Fi to determine
the location of your device.
1. From Settings, tap Location.

2. Tap to turn on Location services.
TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full functionality.
App permissions
Configure permissions for apps that want to access your location information.
1. From Settings, tap Location > App permissions.

2. Tap an app and chose which location permissions to grant it. Options vary by app.
Improve accuracy
Enable other location scanning tools.
1. From Settings, tap Location > Improve accuracy.

2. Tap connection method to add or remove from location services:
• 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.
Recent location requests

View a list of apps that have requested your location.

2. Tap to turn on Location services.
3. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app’s settings.
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Location services
Location services store and use your device’s most recent location data. Certain apps
can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited.

2. Tap an entry under Location services to see how your location information is
used.
Accounts
You can connect to and manage your accounts, including your Google Account,
Samsung account, email, and social networking accounts.
Samsung Cloud | Add an account | Account settings | Remove an account | Backup and
restore | Google settings
Samsung Cloud
You can keep your data safe by backing up and restoring your device. You can also
sync your data from multiple devices. For more information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-cloud.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Samsung Cloud.

l If a Samsung account has not been added, the screens explain how to create
or sign in to your account.
2. Once a Samsung account is configured, you can view and manage items stored in
the Samsung Cloud.
Add an account
You can add and sync all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing
accounts.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts > Add account.
2. Tap one of the account types.
3. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account.
l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts.
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Account settings
Each account has its own custom settings. You can configure common settings for all
accounts of the same type. Account settings and available features vary between
account types.
◌ From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts.
Remove an account
You can remove accounts from your device.

2. Tap the account and then tap Remove account.
Backup and restore

You can configure your device to back up data to your personal accounts.
Samsung account
You can enable backup of your information to your Samsung account.
◌ From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Backup and restore for the options
under Samsung account:
• Back up data: Configure your Samsung account to back up your data.
• Restore data: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data.
Google Account
You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account.
◌ From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Backup and restore for the options
under Google account:
• 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.
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External storage transfer

You can back up your data to an SD card or a USB storage device, or restore backup
data using Smart Switch. For more information, see Transfer data from an old device.
◌ From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Backup and restore > External
storage transfer.
Google settings
You can configure your device’s Google settings. Available options depend on your
Google Account.
◌ From Settings, tap Google, and select an option to customize.
Device maintenance
View the status of your device’s battery, storage, and memory. You can also
automatically optimize your device’s system resources.
Quick optimization | Battery | Storage | Memory | Advanced options | Language and input |
Date and time | Troubleshooting
Quick optimization
The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following
actions:
• Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items
from memory.
• Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background.
• Scanning for malware.
To use the quick optimization feature:

◌ From Settings, tap Device care > Optimize now.
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Battery
View how battery power is used for your various device activities.
◌ From Settings, tap Device care > Battery for the following options:
• Battery usage: View power usage by app and service.
• Power mode: Select a power mode to extend battery life.
• App power management: Configure battery usage for apps that are used
infrequently.
• Charging: Enable the following options to support fast charging capabilities:
– Fast charging
Storage
View your storage capacity and detailed usage by category and file type. You can also
mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included).
◌ From Settings, tap Device care > Storage.
• Tap a category to view and manage files.
Memory card
Once an optional microSD memory card (not included) has been installed in your
device, the card memory is displayed in the Storage setting.
For more information, see Set up your device.
Mount a memory card

When you install an optional memory card, it is automatically mounted (connected to
the device) and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card without
removing it from the device, you need to mount it before it can be accessed.
1. From Settings, tap Device care > Storage > Advanced.
2. Tap your SD card, and then tap Mount.
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Remove a memory card

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

2. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, and then tap Unmount.
3. Remove your memory card from the device.
Format a memory card

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 stored files.

2. Under Portable storage, tap your SD card, tap Format, and then follow the
prompts.
Memory
Check the amount of available memory. You can close background apps and reduce
the amount of memory you are using to speed up your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Device care > Memory. The used and available memory are
shown.
• Tap Clean now to free up as much memory as possible.
• Tap View more to view the full list of apps and services using memory.
Tap to include or exclude these apps and services.
• Tap Apps not used recently to view apps and services that are included in this
group. Tap to include or exclude these apps and services.
• Tap Apps to exclude from cleaning to view a list of apps that have
been excluded. Tap Add apps to choose apps to exclude from
memory usage checks.
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Advanced options
Other Device care features are available in the Advanced menu.
◌ From Settings, tap Device care > More options > Advanced. The following
• Notifications: Enable or disable notifications from Device care.
• Auto optimization: Automatically optimize the device daily.
– Time: Choose a time of day to optimize the device.
– Close apps to free up memory: Enable to free up memory by closing apps
that are running in the background.
• Auto restart: Automatically restart the device on a custom schedule.
– Days: Choose one or more days to restart the device.
– Time: Choose a time of day to restart the device.
• Optimize settings: Save battery power by optimizing settings when the
device is not in use.
– Reduce brightness: Change brightness settings.
– Screen timeout: Turn off the screen after 30 seconds of inactivity.
– Media volume: Limit playback volume to 46%.
Language and input

Configure your device’s language and input settings.
Change the device language

You can add languages to your list and organize them according to preference. If an
app does not support your default language, then it will move to the next supported
language in your list.
1. From Settings, tap General management > Language and input > Language.
2. Tap Add language, and select a language from the list.
3. Tap Set as default to change the device language.
• To switch to another language on the list, tap the desired language, and then
tap Apply.
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Default keyboard
You can select a default keyboard for your device’s menus and keyboards. Additional
keyboards can be downloaded from the Google Play store.
1. From Settings, tap General management > Language and input.
2. Tap On-screen keyboard > Defaultkeyboard and choose a keyboard.
Manage on-screen keyboards

Enable or disable on-screen keyboards.
2. Tap On-screen keyboard > Manage keyboards.
3. Tap each keyboard to enable or disable.
Show keyboard button

Show a button on the Navigation bar to quickly switch between keyboards.
1. From Settings, tap General management > Language and input >
On-screen keyboard.
2. Tap Show keyboard button to enable this feature.
Physical keyboards
Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your device (sold
separately).

2. Tap Physical keyboard, and then choose an option:
• Show on-screen keyboard: Show the on-screen keyboard while a physical
keyboard is also being used.
• Keyboard shortcuts: Show explanations of the keyboard shortcuts on the
screen.
• Change language shortcut: Enable or disable language key shortcuts for your
physical keyboard.
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Autofill service
Save time entering information using autofill services.
1. From Settings, tap General Management > Language and input.
2. Tap Autofill service to view your selected service.
l Tap Settings to customize your service.
l Tap Autofill service to change your default service.
Text-to-speech
Configure your Text-to-Speech (TTS) options. TTS is used for various accessibility
features, such as Voice Assistant.
◌ From Settings, tap General management > Language and input >
Text-to-speech for options:
• Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to-speech
engine. Tap Settings for options.
• Language: Set the default speech language.
• Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
• Pitch: Set the pitch of the speech.
• Play: Tap to play a short demonstration of speech synthesis.
• Reset: Reset the speech rate and pitch.
Pointer speed
Configure pointer speed for an optional mouse or trackpad (not included).
2. Under Mouse/trackpad, drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to
go slower.
Primary mouse button

You can define which mouse button that you favor as primary.
2. Tap Primary mouse button, and choose either Left or Right.
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Date and time

By default, your device receives date and time information from the wireless network.
Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time manually.
◌ From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. The following
• Automatic date and time: Receive date and time updates from your wireless
network. When Automatic date and time is disabled, the following options
are available:
– Select time zone: Choose a new time zone.
– Set date: Enter the current date.
– Set time: Enter the current time.
• Use 24-hour format: Set the format for displaying time.
Troubleshooting
You can check for software updates and, if necessary, reset services on your device.
Software update
Check for and install available software updates for your device. Options may vary by
carrier.
◌ From Settings, tap Software update for the following options:
• Download and install: Check for software updates and install if any are
available.
• Last update: View information about the installation of the current software.
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Reset
Reset device and network settings. You can also reset your device to its factory
defaults.
Reset all settings

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 Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset settings.
2. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted.
Reset network settings

You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings.
1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset network settings.
Reset accessibility settings

You can reset device accessibility settings. Accessibility settings in downloaded apps
and your personal data are not affected.
1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset accessibility
settings.
Auto restart at set times

Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at set times. Any unsaved data will
be lost when the device restarts.
1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Auto restart.
2. Tap to activate Auto restart, and then set the following parameters:
• Days: Select the day of the week to automatically restart your device.
• Time: Set the time of day to restart your device.
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Factory Data Reset

You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device.
This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other
account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications,
as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files. Any data stored on an external
SD card is not affected.
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection (FRP)
is activated. This protects your device in the event it is lost or stolen.
If you reset your device to factory default settings with the FRP feature activated, you
must enter the user name and password for a registered Google Account to regain
access to the device. You will not be able to access the device without the correct
credentials.
NOTE If you reset your Google Account password, it can take 24 hours for the
password reset to sync with all devices registered to the account.
Before resetting your device:
1. Verify that the information you want to keep has transferred to your storage
area.
2. Log in to your Google Account and confirm your user name and password.
To reset your device:
1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Factory data reset.
2. Tap Reset and follow the prompts to perform the reset.
3. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to set up your device.
Factory Reset Protection

When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset Protection (FRP)
is activated. FRP prevents other people from using your device if it is reset to factory
settings without your permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen and a
factory data reset is performed, only someone with your Google Account username
and password can use the device.
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You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if you do not have
your Google Account username and password.
CAUTION Before sending your device to Samsung or taking it to a Samsung-

authorized service center, remove your Google Account and then perform a
factory data reset. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/frp.
Enable Factory Reset Protection

Adding a Google Account to your device automatically activates the FRP security
feature.
Disable Factory Reset Protection

To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the device.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts > [Google Account].
2. Tap Remove account.
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Accessibility
There are accessibility settings for people who need help seeing, hearing, or
otherwise operating their device. Accessibility services are special features that make
using the device easier for everyone. For more information about Accessibility for
Samsung products, please contact us at accessibility@sea.samsung.com.
Screen reader | Visibility enhancements | Hearing enhancements | Interaction and

dexterity | Advanced settings | Installed services | About Accessibility
Screen reader
Use special controls and settings that let you navigate without needing to see the
screen.
1. From Settings, tap Accessibility > Screen reader.

2. Tap to enable the feature, and tap an option to customize:
l Voice assistant: Receive spoken feedback when using your device, such as
what you touch, select, or activate.
l Tutorial: Lean how to use Voice assistant.
l Settings: Configure TalkBack settings to better assist you.
Visibility enhancements
You can configure Accessibility features to assist with visual aspects of your device.
Colors and clarity

You can adjust the colors and contrast of text and other screen elements for easier
viewing.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:
• High contrast theme: Adjust colors and screen fonts to increase the contrast
for easier viewing.
• High contrast fonts: Adjust the color and outline of fonts to increase the
contrast with the background.
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• High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change
its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.
• Show button shapes: Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them
stand out better against the wallpaper.
• Color inversion: Reverse the display of colors from white text on a black
background to black text on a white background.
• Remove animations: Remove certain screen effects if you are sensitive to
motion.
• Color correction: Adjust the color of the screen if you find it difficult to see
some colors.
Size and zoom

You can increase the size of supported screen elements and create shortcuts for
accessibility features on your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Visibility enhancements and tap an option:
• Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on the screen.
• Magnification: Use exaggerated gestures such as triple-tapping, double
pinching, and dragging two fingers across the screen.
• Large mouse/touchpad pointer: Use a large pointer for a connected mouse or
touchpad (accessories not included).
• Font size and style: Configure screen fonts.
• Screen zoom: Configure the screen zoom level.
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Hearing enhancements
You can configure Accessibility features to assist with audial aspects of the device.
Options may vary by carrier.
Sounds
You can adjust audio quality when using hearing aids or earphones.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:
• Real time text: Activate real-time text (RTT) calling.
• Hearing aid support: Improve the sound quality to work better with hearing
aids.
• Adapt sound: Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening
experience. See Adapt sound.
• Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to adjust the left and right balance
when listening to audio in stereo.
• Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to mono when using one earphone.
• Mute all sounds: Turn off all notifications and audio for privacy.
Text display
You can convert speech to text and watch closed captions when viewing multimedia.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Hearing enhancements and tap an option:
• Live Transcribe: Use the microphone to record speech and convert it to text.
• Subtitle settings: Configure closed caption and subtitle services.
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Interaction and dexterity

You can configure Accessibility features to assist with limited dexterity when
interacting with your device.
Alternate input
You can control your device using different kinds of inputs and controls.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Interaction and dexterity and tap an option:
• Universal switch: Control your device with your customized switches.
• Assistant menu: Improve device accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
Interactions
You can simplify the motions needed to answer phone calls or respond to
notifications and alarms.
• Answering and ending calls:
– Read caller names aloud: Hear callers’ names read aloud when using
Bluetooth or headsets (sold separately).
– Answer automatically: Answer calls after a set duration when using
Bluetooth or headsets (sold separately).
– Press Volume up to answer: Use the Volume keys to answer calls.
– Press Side key to end calls: End calls by pressing the Side key.
• Interaction control: Customize areas of screen interactions, hardkeys, and the
keyboard.
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Touch settings
You can adjust your screen to be less sensitive to taps and touches.
• Touch and hold delay: Select a time interval for this action.
• Tap duration: Set how long an interaction must be held to be recognized as
a tap.
• Ignore repeated touches: Set a time duration in which to ignore repeated
touches.
Mouse and physical keyboard

Configure settings for a connected mouse and physical keyboard.
• Click after pointer stops: Automatically click on an item after the pointer
stops over it.
• Sticky keys: When you press a modifier key like Shift, Ctrl, or Alt, the key
stays pressed down, which allows you to enter keyboard shortcuts by pressing
one key at a time.
• Slow keys: Set how long a key must be held before it is recognized as a press,
which helps avoid accidental key presses.
• Bounce keys: Set how long to wait before accepting a second press from the
same key, which helps avoid accidentally pressing the same key multiple
times.
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Advanced settings
You can customize additional accessibility features and services for your device.
TIP Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store.
Accessibility shortcuts
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Advanced settings and tap an option:
• Side and Volume up keys: Configure selected Accessibility features to open
by quickly pressing the Side and Volume up keys at the same time.
• Volume up and down keys: Configure selected services to turn on when you
press and hold the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds.
Notifications
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Advanced settings and tap an option:
• Flash notification: Flash either the camera light or the screen when you
receive notifications or when alarms sound.
• Notification reminders: Set periodic reminders for any unread notifications.
• Time to take action: Choose how long to show messages that ask you to take
action, but are visible only temporarily (like notifications).
• Voice Label: Write voice recordings to NFC tags (not included) to provide
you with information about objects or locations as you near them.
Installed services
You can install additional assistance services for your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > Installed services.
NOTE Additional accessibility services are listed and configured here after they
are installed.
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About Accessibility
Legal and license information about the current Accessibility software is available in
Settings.
◌ From Settings, tap Accessibility > About Accessibility. The following
information is available:
• Version: View the current Accessibility software version.
• Open source licenses: View information for the open source licenses used for
Accessibility.
Other settings
Configure features on your device that make it easier to use.
Help | Dual Messenger | About phone
Help
View the user manual for your device.
◌ From Settings, tap Help.
Dual Messenger
Use two separate accounts for the same app.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Dual Messenger.

2. Tap next to supported apps to enable the feature for each app.
l To select which contacts have access to the secondary messenger app, tap
Use separate contacts list.
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About phone
View information about your device, including current status, legal information,
hardware and software versions, and more.
1. From Settings, tap About phone to view your phone number, model number,
serial number, and IMEI information.
2. Tap additional items to view more information about your device.
TIP You can view your device's FCC ID from About phone > Status.
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READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE.
Arbitration Agreement - This Product is subject to a binding arbitration agreement

between you and SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (“Samsung”). You can opt
out of the agreement within 30 calendar days of the first consumer purchase by
emailing optout@sea.samsung.com or calling 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) and
providing the applicable information.
The full Arbitration Agreement, Standard One-year Limited Warranty, End User
License Agreement (EULA), and Health & Safety Information for your device are
available online:
Phone:
• English: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
• Spanish: samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
This information can also be found on the device in the “About device” or “About
phone” or “About tablet” section, for example:
• Settings > About phone or About device or About tablet > Legal information >
Samsung legal
• Or, search “Legal”
If your device required Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approval, you can
view the FCC certification by opening Settings > About phone or About device or
About tablet > Status information.
Samsung Knox
Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device
tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be
required. For more information about Knox, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox.
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mobile device
Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it because they could hurt
themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your device
bill. Keep the device and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small
children.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

Address:
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Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Internet: samsung.com
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double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain Digital Rights Management (DRM)

technology to verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded apps on your
device may not be compatible with DRM-protected files.
Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary.
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capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device.
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Set up your device: Charge the battery

Camera and Gallery

Customization: Display | Notifications | Sounds and vibration

Security: Lock screen and security | Face recognition | Fingerprint scanner

Accounts: Samsung Cloud | Add an account | Account settings | Remove an account |

Backup: Samsung account | Google Account | External storage transfer

Accessibility: Screen reader | Visibility enhancements | Hearing enhancements | Interaction

Other: Help | Dual Messenger | About phone

Set up your device

Start using your device

Set up your device

Charge your device

NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to

Charge the battery

Start using your device

Turn on your device

Use the Setup Wizard

Transfer data from an old device

Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more.

Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.

Lock or unlock your device

Side key settings

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key.

Add a Google Account

1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts.

NOTE When you sign in to a Google Account, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is

Add a Samsung account

1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts.

Add an Outlook account

1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts.

Lightly touch items to select or launch them.

l Tap an item to select it.

Lightly drag your finger across the screen.

l Swipe the screen to unlock the device.

Drag and drop

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

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

Zoom in and out

Touch and hold

Touch and hold items to activate them.

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

Recent apps Back

Customize your home screen

3. Tap a picture or video to choose it.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen.

Home screen settings

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen.

• Add apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly-downloaded apps to the

Battery full Charging Mute Vibrate

Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm

Missed calls Call in progress New message Voicemail

New email Download Upload App update

Configure display options for the Status bar.

View the Notification panel

1. Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel.

Finger sensor gestures

Digital wellbeing and parental controls