Samsung SM-M156B/DSN - Manuals

Getting started 7 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 open the app or feature you set. Side button + Volume Down button • Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot. • Press and hold simulta...

Getting started 8 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 adapter and plug the cable into the device’s multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully chargi...

Getting started 9 Charging other devices Use the USB cable to charge another mobile device with your phone’s battery.Connect your phone and the other device using your phone’s USB cable. A USB connector may be needed depending on the other device.When charging starts, the battery charging icon will ...

Getting started 10 Battery charging tips and precautions Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device. • Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious da...

Getting started 11 Nano-SIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by your carrier.You can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone numbers or carriers for a single device. • Some services that require a network connection may not be available depending on the carrier. • In some are...

Getting started 12 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot. • Use only a nano-SIM card. • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. • Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to ...

Getting started 13 microSD card Inserting an SD card Your device’s SD card capacity may vary from other models and some SD cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the SD card manufacturer and type. To check out your device’s maximum SD card capacity, refer to the Samsung website. 1...

Getting started 15 Removing the SD card Before removing the SD card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 Open Settings and tap Device care → Storage . 2 Swipe to the left to access the SD card page. 3 Tap → Unmount . Do not remove external storage, such as an SD card or USB storage, while the devic...

Getting started 16 Turning the device on Press and hold the Side button for a few seconds to turn on the device. Turning the device off 1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side button. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap . 2 Tap Power off . To restart t...

Getting started 17 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 tap...

Getting started 18 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 → Transfer data for device setup . To check the data that has been transferred, tap → Transfer...

Getting started 19 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 ta...

Getting started 20 Understanding the screen Controlling the 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 upwards, down...

Getting started 21 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 to ...

Getting started 22 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 th...

Getting started 23 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, ...

Getting started 24 Launching Finder Search for content on the device. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Search . 2 Enter a keyword.Apps and content on your device will be searched.If you tap on the keyboard, you can search for more content. Moving items Drag an item to a new location. To move the item to an...

Getting started 25 • 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. Edge panel You can access your favourite apps and features ...

Getting started 26 Lock screen Pressing the Side button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on. Editing shortcuts You can change the s...

Getting started 28 Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area. How to capture a screenshot Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. You can check the captured s...

Getting started 29 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 notificatio...

Getting started 30 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. 1...

Getting started 31 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 e...

Getting started 32 Using the keyboard button You can change the text input method by tapping the keyboard button on the navigation bar.To change the keyboard button on the navigation bar, touch and hold the keyboard button and select an option you want. • : Enter text by voice. • : Change the keyboa...

33 Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Store Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices.Open the Store app. Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword. • This app may not be available depending on the carrier or ...

Apps and features 34 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 35 Making calls from call logs or contacts list Open the Phone app, tap Recents or Contacts , and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make a call.If this feature is turned off, tap → Settings → Other call settings , and then tap the Swipe to call or text switc...

Apps and features 36 Blocking phone numbers Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.Open the Phone app, tap → Settings → Block numbers , and then select contacts or phone numbers to save in the blocked numbers list.When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive noti...

Apps and features 37 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 38 • / : 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 39 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 40 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 41 Taking pictures 1 Open the Camera app. You can also open the app by pressing the Side button twice or dragging to the left on the locked screen. • Some camera features are not available when you open the Camera app from the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while th...

Apps and features 42 • The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • The focus may not be clear if the subject is close. Take pictures or videos from a good distance. • If pictures you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again. • Make sure...

Apps and features 43 Using zoom features To zoom in or out while using the rear camera, select the desired zoom icon on the preview screen.You can also select the desired zoom level from the zoom level list that appears when you tap the zoom icon.To adjust the zoom more precisely, drag the zoom icon...

Apps and features 44 Options for current shooting mode On the preview screen, use the following options. • : Turn the flash on or off. • : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a picture. • 3:4 : Select an aspect ratio for pictures. • 12M : Select a resolution for pict...

Apps and features 45 Photo mode The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings.On the shooting modes list, tap PHOTO and tap to take a picture. Changing the resolution You can take high-resolution pictures.In shooting options, tap 12M to change the resolution to ...

Apps and features 46 Portrait mode By using Portrait mode, you can 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 pr...

Apps and features 47 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 48 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 49 Slow motion mode Record a video for viewing it in slow motion. You can specify sections of your videos to be played in slow motion. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → SLOW MOTION and tap to record a video. 2 When you are finished recording, tap to stop. 3 On the preview sc...

Apps and features 50 Customising camera settings On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode. Intelligent features • Scene optimiser : Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the optimised effect automatically depending on the subject ...

Apps and features 52 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 53 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 54 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 55 Albums Open the Gallery app, tap Albums → , and then select an album type. • Album : Create new albums and add images and videos manually. • Auto-updating album : Create albums that automatically collect images of people you select. • Group : Create a group of related albums. • ...

Apps and features 56 AR Zone Introduction AR Zone provides you AR related features. Choose a feature and capture fun pictures or videos. Launching AR Zone Use the following methods to launch AR Zone: • In the Camera app, tap MORE on the shooting modes list and tap AR ZONE . • If you added the app ic...

Apps and features 57 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to create an emoji. Edit the emoji. My emojis list More options Selecting an AR emoji to use On the AR Emoji Studio main screen, tap and select an emoji you want. Deleting AR emojis On the AR Emoji Studio main screen, tap → , tick emojis to de...

Apps and features 58 Creating your contact profile with an AR emoji Use an emoji as your profile picture for your Samsung account and in the Contacts app. 1 On the AR Emoji Studio main screen, tap Profile and select an emoji. 2 Select a pose you want. 3 Tap Done → Save . Emoji Pose AR Emoji Stickers...

Apps and features 59 Deleting AR emoji stickers Launch AR Zone and tap AR Emoji Stickers → → Edit . Select the emoji stickers to delete and tap Delete . Using your AR emoji stickers in chats You can use your emoji stickers during a conversation through messages or on a social network. The following ...

Apps and features 60 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 61 Launching Multi window by swiping the screen You can launch Multi window by swiping the screen.Swipe with two fingers from the bottom of the screen towards the middle of the screen. The screen will change to the split screen view.To change to the pop-up view, swipe from the top ...

Apps and features 62 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 63 Samsung Internet Browse the internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. 1 Open the Internet app. 2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go . If the toolbar does not appear, swipe downwards slightly on the scree...

Apps and features 64 Samsung Wallet Introduction Use various convenient features in Samsung Wallet. You can make a payment, verify your identity through your biometric data, check tickets or boarding passes, and more.You can check out more information, such as cards that support this feature at www....

Apps and features 65 Making payments 1 Drag a card image at the bottom of the screen upwards. Alternatively, open the Wallet app. Then, on the cards list, swipe to the left or right and select a card to use. 2 Scan your fingerprint or enter the payment PIN you set. 3 Touch the back of your device to...

Apps and features 66 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 67 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. Creating notes 1 Open the Notes app, tap , and then create a note. You can change the input method by tapping...

Apps and features 68 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 69 Samsung TV Plus Select the channels like you would use a TV and enjoy various video content free of charge.Open the TV app. This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model. Samsung Find You can locate your device even if it is not connected to a network. You can ...

Apps and features 70 Galaxy Wearable Using the Galaxy Wearable app, you can manage your wearable devices. When you connect your phone to the wearable device, you can customise the wearable device’s settings and apps.Open the Wearable app. Tap Continue to connect your phone to the wearable device. Fo...

Apps and features 71 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 72 Radio Open the Radio app. Before you use this app, you must connect headphones, which serve as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. Check the list of saved stations. More options Scan and save stations....

Apps and features 73 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 74 Calculator Perform basic arithmetic or scientific calculations.Open the Calculator app. • : Check the calculation history. To clear the history, tap Clear history . To close the calculation history panel, tap . • : Use the unit conversion tool. You can convert various values, su...

Apps and features 75 Game Booster (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 hidden, drag upwa...

Apps and features 76 SmartThings Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products.Open the SmartThings app. For more information, tap Menu → How to use . Invite others using a QR code. Manage locations More options Add devices or services, or create routines. • Favourites : ...

Apps and features 77 Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. 1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap and select a sharing method you want. You may incur additional charges when sharing files through the mobile ...

Apps and features 78 Setting who can find your phone Set who is allowed to find and send content to your phone. 1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap ( Quick Share ). 2 Select an option. • No one : Do not allow others to find your phone. Only other devices signed in to the sam...

Apps and features 79 Listening to music together with Galaxy Buds You can listen to music on your phone together through your Buds and your friend’s Buds.This feature is supported only on the Galaxy Buds series. 1 Make sure that each phone and pair of Buds are connected.Refer to Pairing with other B...

Apps and features 80 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google Account to access some apps.To check out more app information, access each app’s help menu. • Chrome : Search for information and browse webpages. • Gmail : Send or receive ema...

81 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 . Samsung account Sign in to your Samsun...

Settings 83 Wi-Fi Turn on the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the internet or other network devices. Connecting to a Wi-Fi network 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi and tap the switch to turn it on. 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.Networks with ...

Settings 84 Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly through a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi and tap the switch to turn it on. 2 Tap → Wi-Fi Direct . The detected devices are listed.If the device you want to connect to i...

Settings 85 Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth and tap the switch to turn it on.The detected devices will be listed. 2 Select a device to pair with.If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to enter Bluetooth pairin...

Settings 86 NFC and contactless payments (NFC-enabled models) You can use your phone to read near field communications tags (NFC) that contain information about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for transportation or events after downloading the required apps. ...

Settings 87 Data saver Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from sending or receiving data.On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Data usage → Data saver and tap the switch to turn it on.When the data saver feature is turned on, the icon will appear on the stat...

Settings 88 Mobile Hotspot Use your phone as a mobile hotspot to share your phone’s mobile data connection with other devices. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Mobile Hotspot and Tethering → Mobile Hotspot . 2 Tap the switch to turn it on.You can change the network name, password, and mor...

Settings 89 Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a printer through Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers y...

Settings 90 Connected devices Change settings for device connections.On the Settings screen, tap Connected devices . • Quick Share : Change the Quick Share settings. Refer to Quick Share for more information. • Music Share : Change the Music Share settings. Refer to Music Share for more information....

Settings 91 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 92 Running routines Auto routines will run automatically when their conditions are detected. For routines which you set the running condition as Start manually , you can run them manually by tapping the button whenever you want.To run routines manually, tap next to the routine you want to r...

Settings 93 • Sound quality and effects : Set the device’s sound quality and effects. Refer to Sound quality and effects for more information. • Separate app sound : Set the device to play media sound from a specific app separately on the other audio device. Refer to Separate app sound for more info...

Settings 94 Notifications Change the notification settings.On the Settings screen, tap Notifications . • App notifications : Select the apps you want to receive notifications from. • Sort notifications : Select a method for sorting notifications. • Lock screen notifications : Set how to show notific...

Settings 96 Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour Change the screen mode or adjust the display colour to your preference. Changing the screen mode On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screen mode and select a mode you want. • Vivid : This optimises the colour range, saturation, a...

Settings 99 Extend Unlock You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted locations or devices are detected.For example, if you have set your home as a trusted location, when you get home your device will detect the location and automatically unlock itself.On the Settings sc...

Settings 100 • Permission manager : Allow or disallow apps to access features or data on your device. • Additional privacy controls : Control access to features such as the microphone and clipboard. • More privacy settings : Configure additional privacy settings. Some features may not be available d...

Settings 101 Registering your face For better face registration, register your face indoors and out of direct sunlight. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Security and privacy → Biometrics → Face recognition . 2 Read the on-screen instructions and tap Continue . 3 Set a screen lock method. 4 Position you...

Settings 102 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 carrier or model. • Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics of ea...

Settings 103 • Covering the fingerprint recognition sensor with accessories, such as stickers, may decrease the fingerprint recognition rate. • 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 recognis...

Settings 104 Deleting registered fingerprints You can delete registered fingerprints. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Security and privacy → Biometrics → Fingerprints . 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. 3 Select a fingerprint to delete and tap Remove . Secure Folder Secure Folde...

Settings 105 Setting an auto lock condition for Secure Folder 1 Open the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → Auto lock Secure Folder . 2 Select a lock option. To manually lock your Secure Folder, tap → Lock and exit . Moving content to Secure Folder Move content, such as pictures and videos, to S...

Settings 106 Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. 1 Open the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → Manage accounts → Add account . 2 Select an account service. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account set...

Settings 107 Samsung Pass Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and verify your identity when using services which require your login or personal information. • The website sign-in feature is only available for websites that you access through the Samsung Internet app. Some websites may not s...

Settings 108 Using Samsung Pass to sign in to apps You can use Samsung Pass to sign in to apps that support ID and password autofill. 1 On the sign-in page of the app, enter your ID and password, and then tap the app’s sign-in button. 2 When a pop-up window asking whether you want to save the sign-i...

Settings 109 Using Samsung Pass with websites and apps When using websites or apps that support Samsung Pass, you can sign in with Samsung Pass.To check out the list of websites and apps that support Samsung Pass, on the Samsung Pass main screen, tap → Settings → Partners . If there are no websites ...

Settings 110 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 111 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 112 3 Tap Done . • Some data will not be backed up. To check which data will be backed up, on the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup and tap Back up data under Samsung Cloud . • To check the backup data for other devices in your Samsung Cloud, on the Settings screen, tap Accounts and ...

Settings 113 Advanced features Options Turn on advanced features and change the settings that control them.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features . • Labs : Use new features of the device. • Side button : Select an app or feature to launch using the Side button. Refer to Setting the Side butt...

Settings 114 Motions and gestures Turn on the motion feature and configure settings.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Motions and gestures . • Lift to wake : Set the device to turn on the screen when you pick it up. • Double tap to turn on screen : Set the device to turn on the screen ...

Settings 115 Dual Messenger Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Dual Messenger . Supported apps will appear. 2 Tap the switch of an app to install the second app.The second app will be installed. The secon...

Settings 116 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 ...

Settings 117 • Storage : Check the status of used and available storage and free up storage by deleting unnecessary files, such as the files in the recycle bin, unused files, or duplicated files after checking them. • The actual available capacity of the internal storage is less than the specified c...

Settings 118 General management Customise your device’s system settings or reset the device.On the Settings screen, tap General management . • Language : Select device languages. Refer to Adding device languages for more information. • App languages : Select the language you want to use for each app...

Settings 119 Adding device languages You can add languages to use on your device. 1 On the Settings screen, tap General management → Language → Add language . To check out all the languages that can be added, tap → All languages . 2 Select a language to add. 3 To set the selected language as the def...

Settings 120 Software update Update your device’s software through the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also schedule software updates.On the Settings screen, tap Software update . • Download and install : Check for and install updates manually. • Auto download over Wi-Fi : Set the devi...

Settings 121 About phone Access your device’s information.On the Settings screen, tap About phone . To change your device’s name, tap Edit . • Status information : Check out various device information, such as the SIM card status, Wi-Fi MAC address, and serial number. • Legal information : Access le...

122 Usage notices Precautions for using the device Please read this guide when using the device to ensure safe and proper use. • Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings. • Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specifications, or dev...

Usage notices 124 Instructional icons Warning : situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution : situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Notice : notes, usage tips, or additional information Notes on package contents and accessories Refer to the quick s...

Usage notices 125 Device overheating situations and solutions When the device heats up while charging the battery While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan ...

Usage notices 127 Precautions for device overheating If you begin to feel uncomfortable because of the device overheating, stop using the device.When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported m...

Usage notices 128 Precautions for operating environment Your device may heat up because of the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire. • Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures. • ...

129 Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.You can also use Samsung Members to solve any problems you might encounter while using your device. When you t...

Appendix 130 Touch recognition works slowly or improperly • Touch recognition may not work properly in the following situations: ‒ If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the screen ‒ If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the screen, or if you tap ...

Appendix 132 The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge may be reduced. • Battery consumption will increase when you use certain features or apps, such as GPS, games, or the internet. • Th...

Appendix 133 • Ensure that the file formats are supported by the device. If a file format is not supported, such as DivX or AC3, install an app that supports it. To check the file formats that your device supports, visit the Samsung website. • Your device supports pictures and videos captured with t...

Appendix 134 Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Otherwise, you cannot restore data if it is damaged or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device. A small gap appears around the outside of the ...

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