Samsung Galaxy A32 5G - User Manual

Getting started 9 Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed for your device. Incompatible battery, charger, and cable can cause serious injuri...

Getting started 10 Quick charging Launch the Settings app, tap Battery and device care → Battery → More battery settings , and then activate the feature you want. • Fast charging : To use the fast charging feature, use a battery charger that supports Adaptive fast charging. You can charge the batter...

Getting started 11 • While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger may stop charging. • If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may ...

Getting started 14 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. ►...

Getting started 16 Removing the SD card Before removing the SD card, first unmount it for safe removal. 1 Open Settings and tap Battery and device care → Storage . 2 Swipe to the left to view the SD card page. 3 Tap → Unmount . Do not remove external storage, such as an SD card or USB storage, while...

Getting started 17 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 key Turning the device on Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the...

18 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 19 Samsung account Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by 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...

Apps and features 20 Understanding the screen Controlling the touchscreen Tapping Tap the screen. Tapping and holding Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds. Dragging Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap the screen. Swiping Swipe upwards, do...

Apps and features 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 t...

Apps and features 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 ...

Apps and features 23 Editing the Home screen On the Home screen, tap 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 24 Launching Finder Search for content on the device quickly. 1 On the Apps screen, tap Search . Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap . 2 Enter a keyword.Apps and content on your device will be searched.If you tap on the keyboard, you can search...

Apps and features 25 • Moving apps from a folder Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location. • Deleting a folder Tap 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 quickly access your f...

Apps and features 26 Lock screen Pressing the Side key 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.If the screen is off, press the Side key...

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

Apps and features 29 To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.To rearrange buttons, tap → Edit buttons , tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location. Controlling media playback Take control of music or video pla...

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. View more keyboard functions. Text e...

Apps and features 31 Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text. 2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. 3 Tap Copy or Cut . The selected text is copied to the clipboard. 4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste . To paste text that you have...

Apps and features 32 Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Store Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices.Launch the Galaxy Store app. Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword. • This app may not be available depending on the se...

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 view your app permission settings, launch the Settings app and tap Apps . Select an app and tap Permissions . You can view the app’s permissions lis...

Apps and features 34 Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls 1 Launch 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 co...

Apps and features 35 Making an international call 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad . 2 Tap 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 Launch 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 o...

Apps and features 37 Searching for contacts Launch the Contacts app. Tap at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria. Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions: • : Make a voice call. • / : Make a video call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email. Deleting contacts ...

Apps and features 39 Viewing messages 1 Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations . 2 On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number. • To reply to the message, tap the message input field, enter a message, and then tap . • To adjust the font size, spread two fingers apart or pinch on ...

Apps and features 40 Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. 1 Launch the Internet app. 2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go . To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.To ...

Apps and features 41 Multi window Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the 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. Split screen view 1 Tap the Recents b...

Apps and features 42 Launching apps from the Edge panel 1 While using an app, drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. 2 Tap and hold an app, drag it to the left, and then drop it where Drop here to open appears.The selected app will launch in the split screen view. You can set t...

Apps and features 43 Pop-up view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps. 2 Swipe to the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap Open in pop-up view . The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.If you tap the Home button while using a pop-up window, the window will ...

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 ) to activate it. If you c...

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 view health tips.V...

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 Launch 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 view the latest news and tips. Samsung Members ...

Apps and features 48 Galaxy Wearable Galaxy Wearable is an app that allows you to manage your wearable devices. When you connect your device to the wearable device, you can customise the wearable device’s settings and apps.Launch the Galaxy Wearable app. Tap Start to connect your device to the weara...

Apps and features 49 Reminder 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 activated. Location reminders may not be ...

Apps and features 50 My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device.Launch the My Files app. To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap Analyse storage . To search for files or folders, tap . Clock Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the w...

Apps and features 51 Game Launcher Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store into one place for easy access. You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily.Launch the Game Launcher app and select the game you want. • If Game Launcher does not appear,...

Apps and features 52 Game Booster Game Booster lets you play games in a better environment. 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 upwards from the bottom of the screen to show ...

Apps and features 53 SmartThings Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products.To view more information, launch the SmartThings app and tap Menu → How to use . 1 Launch the SmartThings app. 2 Tap Devices → Add device or . 3 Select a device and connect to it by following t...

Apps and features 54 Music Share Introduction The Music Share feature allows you to share your Bluetooth speaker that is already connected to your device with another person. You can also listen to the same music on your Galaxy Buds and another person’s Galaxy Buds.This feature is available only on ...

Apps and features 55 Listening to music together with Galaxy Buds You can listen to music on your smartphone together through your Buds and your friend’s Buds.This feature is supported only on the Galaxy Buds series. 1 Make sure that each smartphone and pair of Buds are connected.Refer to Pairing wi...

Apps and features 56 Link to Windows You can connect your device to a Windows PC to instantly access your device’s data, such as pictures or messages, on the computer.When calls or messages come in, you can receive them on the computer. • It is recommended to use the latest version of Windows and th...

Apps and features 57 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps.To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. • Chrome : Search for information and browse webpages. • Gmail : Send or receive emails v...

Apps and features 58 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 60 Using zoom features Select 0.5x / 1x 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. • 0.5x : The Ultra wide camera lets you take wide-angle pictures or record wide-angle videos of things...

Apps and features 61 • : Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted metering uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot. Matrix metering averages the entire scene. Spot metering uses the light in a concentrat...

Apps and features 62 Video mode The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to record videos easily. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap VIDEO and tap to record a video. To capture an image from the video while recording, tap . 2 Tap to stop recording the video....

Apps and features 63 Fun mode (Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy M32 5G) Take pictures or record videos with various effects. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap FUN . 2 Select an effect. 3 Tap the effect button to take a picture.To record a video, tap and hold the effect button. Pro mode Capture pictures while m...

Apps and features 64 Separating the focus area and the exposure area You can separate the focus area and the exposure area.Tap and hold the preview screen. The AF/AE frame will appear on the screen. Drag the frame to the area where you want to separate the focus area and the exposure area. Night mod...

Apps and features 65 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 66 Hyperlapse mode Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → HYPERLAPSE . 2 Tap and select a frame rate option.If you set the frame rate to , the device will automatically adjust the frame rate accor...

Apps and features 68 Gallery Introduction View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories. Using Gallery Launch the Gallery app. Search for images. Group similar images. More options Grouping similar images Launch the Gallery app and tap...

Apps and features 69 Viewing images Launch 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. Image and video thumbnail Modify the image. View the content on a large screen using the Smart Vi...

Apps and features 70 Viewing videos Launch 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 → Open in Video player . Lock the playback screen. Skip to the previous video. Tap and hold to rewind. Capture...

Apps and features 71 Albums Create albums and sort your images and videos. 1 Launch 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 dat...

Apps and features 72 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: • Launch the AR Zone app. • Launch the Camera app and tap MORE → AR ZONE . Some features may not be ...

Apps and features 73 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to create an emoji. Edit the emoji. My emojis list More options Selecting an AR emoji to use Launch the AR Zone app, tap AR Emoji Studio → , and then select an emoji you want. Deleting AR emojis Launch the AR Zone app, tap AR Emoji Studio → → ...

Apps and features 74 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 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio . 2 Tap Profile and select an emoji. 3 Select a pose you want. 4 Tap Done → Save . Emoji Pose AR...

Apps and features 75 Deleting AR emoji stickers Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Stickers → → Delete stickers . 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 via messages or on a social network....

Apps and features 77 Voice Recorder Record or play voice recordings. 1 Launch 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...

Apps and features 78 Samsung Wallet (Galaxy A32, Galaxy A32 5G) Use various convenient features in Samsung Wallet. You can make a payment, verify your identity via your biometric data, check tickets or boarding passes, and more.Launch the Samsung Wallet app and select a feature you want. • This app ...

Apps and features 79 Samsung Pay Introduction Register cards to Samsung Pay to make both online and offline payments quickly and securely.You can view more information, such as cards that support this feature at www.samsung.com/samsung-pay . • To make payments with Samsung Pay, the device may be req...

Apps and features 80 Making payments 1 Tap and hold a card image at the bottom of the screen and drag it upwards. Alternatively, launch the Samsung Pay 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...

Apps and features 81 Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap and select a sharing method you want. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile ne...

Apps and features 82 Sharing via Web link Upload large files to the Samsung storage server and share them with others through Web link. 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap → Quick Share and select an option you want under Share link to any person or device . • Copy link : Share the l...

Apps and features 83 Screen capture and screen record 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 scree...

Apps and features 85 Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch) You can use Smart Switch to transfer data from your previous device to your new device.Launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup → Bring data from old device . • This feature may not be supported on some device...

Apps and features 86 Backing up and restoring data using external storage Transfer data using external storage, such as a microSD card. 1 Back up data from your previous device to external storage. 2 Insert or connect the external storage device to your phone. 3 On your phone, open Settings and tap ...

Settings 88 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 : Activate the Wi-Fi feature ...

Settings 89 • SIM manager (dual SIM models): Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to SIM manager (dual SIM models) for more information. • Mobile Hotspot and Tethering : Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other d...

Settings 90 Sharing Wi-Fi network passwords If you make a request to a person who is connected to a secured Wi-Fi network to share its password, you can connect to the network without entering the password. This feature is available between the devices which have contacts each other and the screen o...

Settings 91 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 via Bluetooth. • Always ensure that you share and receive data with de...

Settings 92 2 Tap → Bluetooth and select a device to transfer the image to. If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option. 3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device. NFC and contactless payments (NFC-enabled models)...

Settings 93 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 94 Mobile data only apps Select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.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 deactivat...

Settings 95 More connection settings Customise settings to control other connection features.On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings . • Nearby device scanning : Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. • Printing : Configure settings for printer plug-ins i...

Settings 96 Printing content While viewing 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 scree...

Settings 97 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 98 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 99 Sound quality and effects Set the device’s sound quality and effects.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration → Sound quality and effects . • Dolby Atmos : Select a surround sound mode optimised for various types of audio, such as movies, music, and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you c...

Settings 102 Changing the screen mode or adjusting the display colour (Galaxy A32) 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,...

Settings 103 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 ...

Settings 105 Opening notifications on the Always On Display When you receive message, missed call, or app notifications, notification icons will appear on the Always On Display. Double-tap a notification icon to view its notification. If the screen is locked, you must unlock it to view notifications...

Settings 106 • Secure Wi-Fi : Set the device to protect your data while using unsecured Wi-Fi networks. Refer to Secure Wi-Fi for more information. • Private Share : Share files with others securely using blockchain technology. • Install unknown apps : Set the device to allow the installation of app...

Settings 107 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 108 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 characterist...

Settings 109 For better fingerprint recognition When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance: • The device may not recognise fingerprints that are affected by wrinkles or scars. • The device may not recognise fingerprin...

Settings 110 Registering fingerprints 1 On the Settings screen, tap Security and privacy → Biometrics → Fingerprints . 2 Read the on-screen instructions and tap Continue . 3 Set a screen lock method. 4 Register your fingerprint. ► Galaxy A32 : Tap Register and place your finger on the fingerprint re...

Settings 111 5 When you are finished registering your fingerprints, tap Done . You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by tapping Check added fingerprints . Unlocking the screen with your fingerprints You can unlock the screen with your fingerprint instead of using a pattern, PIN, or pa...

Settings 112 Samsung Pass Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and easily 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 via the Internet app. Some websites may not suppor...

Settings 113 Managing sign-in information View the list of websites and apps you have set to use Samsung Pass and manage your sign-in information. 1 On the Samsung Pass main screen, tap Apps/websites and select a website or app from the list. 2 Tap Edit and modify your ID, password, and the website’...

Settings 114 Secure Folder Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as pictures and contacts, from being accessed by others. You can keep your private content and apps secure even when the device is unlocked. Secure Folder is a separate, secured storage area. The data in Secure Fol...

Settings 115 Moving content to Secure Folder Move content, such as pictures and videos, to Secure Folder. The following actions are an example of moving an image from the default storage to Secure Folder. 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap → Add files . 2 Tap Images , tick images to move, and th...

Settings 116 Adding accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with the apps in Secure Folder. 1 Launch 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 s...

Settings 117 Secure Wi-Fi Secure Wi-Fi is a service that secures your Wi-Fi network connection. It encrypts data using Wi-Fi networks and disables tracking apps and websites so that you can use Wi-Fi networks safely. For example, when using an unsecure Wi-Fi network in public places, such as cafes o...

Settings 118 Location Change settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location . • App permissions : View 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 119 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 via Smart Switch.On the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup . • ...

Settings 120 Samsung Cloud Back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud and restore it later. Backing up data You can back up your device’s data to Samsung Cloud. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup and tap Back up data under Samsung Cloud . 2 Tap the switches next to the items you want...

Settings 121 Advanced features Options Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features . • Labs : Use new features of the device. • Side key : Select an app or feature to launch using the Side key. Refer to Setting the Side key for m...

Settings 122 Motions and gestures Activate 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 123 Video call effects (Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy M32 5G) You can use various features such as changing the background during video calls.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Video call effects and tap the switch to activate it. The icon will be added on the video calling app’s scree...

Settings 124 Digital Wellbeing and parental controls View 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 p...

Settings 125 Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features.On the Settings screen, tap Battery and device care → Battery . • Power saving : Activate power saving mode to extend the...

Settings 126 Auto optimisation You can set the device to perform auto optimisation when your device is not in use.On the Settings screen, tap Battery and device care → Auto optimisation and tap the Restart when needed switch to activate it. Software update Update your device’s software via the firmw...

Settings 127 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 128 3 To set the selected language as the default language, tap Set as default . To keep the current language setting, tap Keep current . The selected language will be added to your languages list. If you changed the default language, the selected language will be added to the top of the li...

Settings 129 Software update Update your device’s software via 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 device t...

Usage notices 131 Precautions for using the device Please read this manual 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 de...

Usage notices 132 • You can see the touchscreen clearly even in strong outdoor sunlight by automatically adjusting the contrast range based on the surrounding environment. Due to the nature of the product, displaying fixed graphics for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or g...

Usage notices 133 Notes on package contents and accessories Refer to the quick start guide for package contents. • The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not...

Usage notices 134 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 136 Precautions for device overheating If you begin to feel uncomfortable due to 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 model...

Appendix 138 Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung 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 turn on your device or while you ...

Appendix 139 The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly • If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen may not function properly. • If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touchscreen, or if you tap the screen with ...

Appendix 141 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available storage and battery power to operate the camera app. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: • Charge the battery. • Free some storage by transferring files to ...

Appendix 143 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 corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device. A small gap appears around the outside of th...