Samsung Galaxy A04s - Manuals

7 Getting started ▶ Galaxy A04s : Speaker Side button (Fingerprint recognition sensor) Volume button Touchscreen Front camera Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) Earphone jack SIM card / microSD card tray Rear camera Flash Microphone Main antenna Speaker Microphone NFC antenna (NFC-enabled models) GPS an...

9 Getting started Hard buttons Button Function Side button • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. • Press to turn on or lock the screen. • Press twice to launch the app or feature you set. Side button + Volume Down button • Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot. • Press and hold simul...

10 Getting started Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Wired charging Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and plug the cable into the device’s multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charg...

11 Getting started Charging other devices (Galaxy A04s) Use the USB cable to charge another mobile device with your device’s battery.Connect your device and the other device using your device’s USB cable. A USB connector may be needed depending on the other device.When charging starts, the battery c...

13 Getting started SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card) Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.For dual SIM models, you can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. In some areas, data transfer speeds ...

14 Getting started ▶ Galaxy A04s : Single SIM card tray Dual SIM card tray 2 1 3 4 1 ▶ Galaxy A04e , Galaxy F04 , Galaxy M04 : Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. ▶ Galaxy A04 , Galaxy A04s : Insert the ejection pin into the hole next to the tray to loosen the tray....

15 Getting started SIM manager (dual SIM models) Launch the Settings app and tap Connections → SIM manager . • SIM cards : Activate the SIM card to use and customise the SIM card settings. • Preferred SIMs : Select to use specific SIM cards for some features, such as voice calls, when two cards are ...

16 Getting started ▶ Galaxy A04s : 2 1 4 3 1 ▶ Galaxy A04e , Galaxy F04 , Galaxy M04 : Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. ▶ Galaxy A04 , Galaxy A04s : Insert the ejection pin into the hole next to the tray to loosen the tray. 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tra...

18 Getting started Turning the device on and off Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals. Side button Turning the device on Press and hold the Side button for a few seconds to turn ...

19 Apps and features Introduction Use apps and various features of the device. This chapter is a common manual for apps and features provided by Samsung devices.Depending on the model, some content may differ, or descriptions of apps or features not available on your device may be included.

Apps and features 20 Samsung account Using the Samsung account, you can use a variety of Samsung services that are provided through mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website.To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit account.samsung.com . 1 Open Settings and t...

Apps and features 21 Understanding the screen Controlling the touch screen Tapping Tap the screen. Touching and holding Touch and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds. Dragging Touch and hold an item and drag it to the target position. Double tapping Double tap the screen. Swiping Swipe upwar...

Apps and features 22 Navigation bar (soft buttons) When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according t...

Apps and features 23 Home screen and Apps screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps. Switching between Home and Apps screens On ...

Apps and features 24 Editing the Home screen On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add, delete, or rearrange Home screen panels. • Adding panels: Swipe to the left...

Apps and features 26 • Moving apps from a folder Drag an app to a new location. • Deleting a folder Touch and hold a folder, and then tap Delete folder . Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen. Lock screen Pressing the Side button turns off the screen...

Apps and features 27 Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table are most common. Icon Meaning No signalSignal strengthRoaming (outside of normal service area)GPRS network connectedEDGE network connectedUMTS network connectedHSDPA ...

Apps and features 28 Notification panel When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To check out more information about the icons, open the notification panel and check the details.To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notificat...

Apps and features 29 Tap each button to turn the specific feature on or off. To access more detailed settings, tap the button’s text or touch and hold a button.To edit buttons, tap → Edit . Controlling media playback Control media on your phone and connected nearby devices on the notification panel....

Apps and features 30 Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text. Break to the next line. Delete a preceding character. Enter symbols. Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it twice. Additional keyboard functions Enter a space. Access more keyboard functions. Text...

Apps and features 33 Setting app permissions For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information on your device.To access your app permission settings, open Settings and tap Apps . Select an app and tap Permissions . You can check the app’s permissions list and c...

Apps and features 34 Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls 1 Open the Phone app and tap Keypad . 2 Enter a phone number. 3 Tap to make a voice call, or tap or to make a video call. Preview the phone number. More options Search for a contact. Add the number to the cont...

Apps and features 35 Making an international call 1 Open the Phone app and tap Keypad . 2 Touch and hold 0 until the + sign appears. 3 Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap . Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a...

Apps and features 36 Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating a new contact 1 Open the Contacts app and tap . 2 Select a storage location. 3 Enter contact information and tap Save . Importing contacts Add contacts by importing them from oth...

Apps and features 37 • / : Make a video call. • : Compose an email. Deleting contacts 1 Open the Contacts app and tap → Edit . 2 Select contacts and tap Delete . To delete contacts one by one, tap a contact from the contacts list and tap More → Delete . Sharing contacts You can share contacts with o...

Apps and features 38 Messages Introduction Send and check messages by conversation.You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming. Sending messages 1 Open the Messages app and tap . 2 Add recipients and enter a message.To record and send a voice message, touc...

Apps and features 39 Sorting messages You can sort messages by category.Open the Messages app and tap Conversations → . If the category option does not appear, tap → Settings and tap the Conversation categories switch to turn it on. Deleting messages Touch and hold a message to delete, then tap Dele...

Apps and features 40 Multi window (Using multiple apps at once) Introduction Run two apps at the same time in split screen view. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view. Split screen view Pop-up view Some apps may not support this feature.

Apps and features 42 Using additional features Using the multi window menus When you tap the multi window handle, the available menus will appear. Split screen view Pop-up view Multi window handle Adjusting the window size Drag the circles between the app windows to adjust the size of the windows.Wh...

Apps and features 43 Samsung Internet Browse the internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. 1 Open the Samsung Internet app. 2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go . If the toolbar does not appear, swipe downwards slightly on t...

Apps and features 44 Samsung Kids You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage times, and configure settings to provide a fun and safe environment for children when they use the device.Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap ( Kids ). If you cannot find ( Ki...

Apps and features 45 Samsung Health Introduction Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. You can also compare your step count records with other Samsung Health users and check out health t...

Apps and features 46 Samsung Notes Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the screen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes. Some features may not be available depending on the model. Creating notes 1 Open the Samsung Notes app, tap ,...

Apps and features 47 Samsung Members Samsung Members offers support services to customers, such as device problem diagnosis, and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also share information with others in the Galaxy users’ community or check the latest news and tips. Samsung Members...

Apps and features 48 Calendar Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events in your planner. Creating events 1 Open the Calendar app and tap or double tap a date. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap . 2 Enter event details and tap Save . Syncing events with y...

Apps and features 49 Reminder (Receiving notifications for to-do items) Register to-do items as reminders and receive notifications according to the condition you set. • To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be...

Apps and features 50 My Files (Checking and managing the files) Access and manage various files stored in the device.Open the My Files app. To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap Manage storage . To search for files or folders, tap . Clock Set alarms, check the current t...

Apps and features 51 Game Booster (Galaxy A04s) (Configuring your gaming environment) You can play games in a better environment with Game Booster. You can use Game Booster while playing games.To open the Game Booster panel while playing games, tap on the navigation bar. If the navigation bar is hid...

Apps and features 52 SmartThings Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products.To access more information, open the SmartThings app and tap Menu → How to use . 1 Open the SmartThings app. 2 Tap Devices → Add device or . 3 Select a device and connect to it by following the...

Apps and features 54 Camera Introduction Take pictures and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera etiquette • Do not take pictures or record videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take pictures or record videos where legally prohibited. • Do not take pictures or re...

Apps and features 55 3 Tap to take a picture.To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to the left or right on the preview screen. Camera settings Take a picture. Preview thumbnail Shooting modes list Switch between the front and rear cameras. Options f...

Apps and features 56 Using zoom features Select 1x / 2x or drag it to the left or right to zoom in or out. Alternatively, spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. • 1x : The wide-angle camera lets you take basic pictures or record normal videos. • 2x : The telephoto ...

Apps and features 57 • 9:16 : Select an aspect ratio for videos. • : Select a resolution for videos. • : Apply a filter effect or beauty effects. • : Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted metering uses the light in the centre portion of the shot t...

Apps and features 58 Taking selfies You can take self-portraits with the front camera. 1 On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. 2 Face the front camera lens.To take self-portraits with a wide-angle shot of the landscape or people, ...

Apps and features 59 Portrait mode The camera allows you to take pictures where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap PORTRAIT . 2 Tap and drag the background blur adjustment bar to adjust the blur level. 3 When Ready appears on the preview s...

Apps and features 60 Pro mode Capture pictures while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → PRO . Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a picture. Available options • : Reset the settings. • I...

Apps and features 61 Panorama mode Using panorama mode, take a series of pictures and then stitch them together to create a wide scene. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → PANORAMA . 2 Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If...

Apps and features 62 Macro mode (Galaxy A04s) Take pictures of subjects at close range.On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → MACRO . Deco Pic mode (Galaxy A04e, Galaxy A04, Galaxy F04, Galaxy M04) Capture pictures or videos with various stickers.On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → DECO PIC . Cus...

Apps and features 63 Videos • High efficiency videos : You can record videos in the High Efficiency Video Codec (HEVC) format. Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the device’s storage. You may not be able to play the HEVC videos on other devices or share them online. Gener...

Apps and features 64 Gallery Introduction Access images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories. Using Gallery Open the Gallery app. Search for images and videos. Sync images and videos. More options

Apps and features 65 Viewing images Open the Gallery app and select an image. To view other files, swipe to the left or right on the screen. More options Delete the image. Share the image with others. Modify the image. Check details and additional features. View the content on a large screen using t...

Apps and features 66 Viewing videos Open the Gallery app and select a video to play. To view other files, swipe to the left or right on the screen.To use more options during playback, tap Play video . Lock the playback screen. Skip to the previous video. Touch and hold to rewind. Capture the current...

Apps and features 67 Albums Create albums and sort your images and videos. 1 Open the Gallery app and tap Albums → → Album to create an album. 2 Select the images or videos you want to copy or move them to an album. Stories When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date ...

Apps and features 68 Voice Recorder Record or play voice recordings. 1 Open the Voice Recorder app. 2 Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone. • Tap to pause recording. • While making a voice recording, tap BOOKMARK to insert a bookmark. 3 Tap to finish recording. 4 Enter a file name and t...

Apps and features 69 Playing through the speaker You can listen to the radio through the speaker instead of the connected headphones.Tap → Play through speaker . Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. 1 Open the Gallery...

Apps and features 70 Sharing with contacts You can share content with people in your contacts. 1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap → Quick Share → View contact > and select a contact. Private sharing Encrypt content and share it with others. Shared content cannot be saved, copied, o...

Apps and features 71 Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device. Press the Side button and the Volume Down button simultaneously. You can check the captured screenshots in Gallery . It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features. After capturing a scree...

Apps and features 72 Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch) You can use Smart Switch to transfer data from your previous device to your new phone.Open Settings and tap Accounts and backup → Bring data from old device . • This feature may not be supported on some devices or comput...

Apps and features 73 Transferring data wirelessly Transfer data from your previous device to your new phone wirelessly through Wi-Fi Direct. 1 On the previous device, open Smart Switch . If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store . 2 On your new phone, open Settings and ...

75 Settings Introduction Customise device settings.On the Apps screen, tap Settings . Alternatively, open the notification panel and tap . To search for settings by entering keywords, tap . You can also search for settings by selecting a tag under Suggestions . This chapter is a common manual for se...

Settings 76 Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account and manage it.On the Settings screen, tap Samsung account . Connections Options Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and Bluetooth.On the Settings screen, tap Connections . • Wi-Fi : Turn on the Wi-Fi feature t...

Settings 77 • Data usage : Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit.You can turn on the data saver feature to preven...

Settings 78 Checking out the Wi-Fi network quality information Check out the Wi-Fi network quality information, such as the speed and stability.On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi and tap the switch to turn it on. The network quality information will appear under the Wi-Fi networks. If i...

Settings 79 Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Precautions for using Bluetooth • Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received through Bluetooth. • Always ensure that you share and receive data wit...

Settings 81 Making payments with the NFC feature Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile payment service. To register or get more information about the service, contact your service provider. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections and tap the NFC and ...

Settings 82 Allowed networks for apps Set apps to use only a Wi-Fi or mobile data, or both.For example, you can set the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to keep secure or streaming apps that can be disconnected. Even if you do not turn off the Wi-Fi feature, the apps will open u...

Settings 83 More connection settings Customise settings to control other connection features.On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings . • Nearby device scanning : Set the phone to scan for nearby devices to connect to. • Printing : Configure settings for printer plug-ins in...

Settings 84 Printing content While accessing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap Print → → All printers... , and then select a printer. Printing methods may vary depending on the content type. Connected devices Change settings for device connections.On the Settings scr...

Settings 85 Modes and Routines Introduction Select a mode based on your current activity or location, or add your repeated usage patterns as routines and use your device more conveniently.On the Settings screen, tap Modes and Routines . Using modes Adding modes 1 On the Settings screen, tap Modes an...

Settings 86 Using routines Adding routines 1 On the Settings screen, tap Modes and Routines → Routines . 2 Tap and select a routine you want or tap to add your own routines.If you want to set the routine’s running condition to manual, tap Start manually . This option will appear only when there are ...

Settings 87 • System sound : Change the sound to use for certain actions, such as charging the device. • Volume : Adjust the device’s volume level. • Call vibration : Change the call vibration settings. • Notification vibration : Change the notification vibration settings. • System vibration : Set t...

Settings 88 Separate app sound Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth speaker or headset.For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while listening to playback from the Music app through the vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker. ...

Settings 89 Display Options Change the display and the Home screen settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display . • Light / Dark : Turn Dark mode on or off. • Dark mode settings : Reduce eye strain by applying the dark theme when using the device at night or in a dark place. You can set a schedule f...

Settings 90 Motion smoothness (Galaxy A04s) The refresh rate is the number of times the screen is refreshed every second. Use a high refresh rate to prevent the screen from flickering when switching between screens. The screen will scroll more smoothly. When you select a standard refresh rate, you c...

Settings 91 Wallpaper and style Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.On the Settings screen, tap Wallpaper and style . Themes Apply various themes to the device to change the visual elements of the Home screen, locked screen, and icons.On the Settings screen, tap T...

Settings 92 Lock screen Options Change the settings for the locked screen.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen . • Screen lock type : Change the screen lock method. • Extend Unlock : Set the device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are detected. Refer to Extend Unlock for more in...

Settings 93 Security and privacy Options Check the device’s security and privacy status and change the settings.On the Settings screen, tap Security and privacy . • Lock screen : Change the settings for the locked screen. • Account security : Change the settings for your accounts. • Lost device prot...

Settings 94 Face recognition You can set the device to unlock the screen by recognising your face. • If you use your face as a screen lock method, your face cannot be used to unlock the screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use the device, you must unlock the screen using the pat...

Settings 95 4 Position your face inside the frame on the screen.The camera will scan your face. • If unlocking the screen with your face is not working properly, tap Remove face data to remove your registered face and register your face again. • To enhance the face recognition, tap Add alternative a...

Settings 96 Fingerprint recognition In order for fingerprint recognition to function, your fingerprint information needs to be registered and stored in your device. • This feature may not be available depending on the service provider or model. • Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristi...

Settings 97 • Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor and your fingers are clean and dry. • If you bend your finger or use a fingertip, the device may not recognise your fingerprints. Make sure to cover the entire fingerprint recognition sensor with your finger. • In dry environments, static ...

Settings 99 Location Change settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location . • App permissions : Check the list of apps that have permission to access the device’s location and edit the permission settings. • Location services : Set the device to use the Wi-Fi or ...

Settings 100 Accounts and backup Options Sync, back up, or restore your device’s data using Samsung Cloud. You can also sign in to accounts, such as your Samsung account or Google Account, or transfer data to or from other devices through Smart Switch.On the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup ...

Settings 102 • Motions and gestures : Turn on the motion feature and configure settings. Refer to Motions and gestures for more information. • One-handed mode : Turn on one-handed operation mode for your convenience when using the device with one hand. • Screenshots : Change the settings for screens...

Settings 104 Digital Wellbeing and parental controls Check the history of your device usage and use features to prevent your device from interfering with your life. You can also set up parental controls for your children and manage their digital use.On the Settings screen, tap Digital Wellbeing and ...