Samsung Galaxy S24+ - User Manual

Getting started 7 ▶ Galaxy S24+ : Air vent hole Microphone Fingerprint recognition sensor Screen Volume button Side button Front camera Proximity/Light sensor Speaker SIM card tray Tray hole Speaker Headphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) Microphone

Getting started 8 Microphone Rear camera Wireless charging coil Main antenna GPS antenna NFC antenna Flash

Getting started 12 Hard buttons Button Function Side button • When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on. • Press to turn on or lock the screen. • Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using Bixby for more information. • Press twice or press and hold to open the app o...

Getting started 13 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 charg...

Getting started 14 Precautions for wireless charging If you do not follow the precautions, the device may not charge properly or may overheat, or the device and any cards may be damaged. • Do not place the device on the wireless charger with a credit card or radio-frequency identification (RFID) car...

Getting started 15 Wireless power sharing You can charge another device with your phone’s battery. You can still charge another device even while charging your phone. Depending on the type of accessories or cover being used, the Wireless power sharing feature may not work properly. It is recommended...

Getting started 16 Setting the limit for power sharing You can set the device to stop power sharing when the remaining battery power drops below a certain level.Open Settings , tap Battery → Wireless power sharing → Battery limit , and then set the limit. Reducing the battery consumption Your device...

Getting started 18 Nano-SIM card and eSIM Insert the SIM or USIM card or download the eSIM provided by your carrier.Differing from a physical nano-SIM card, an eSIM is an embedded digital SIM. To have two phone numbers or carriers for a single device, insert another SIM or USIM card or download anot...

Getting started 19 ▶ Galaxy S24+ , Galaxy S24 : <Underside> Single SIM card tray Dual SIM card tray 2 1 3 4 2 1 3 4 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. 3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-colo...

Getting started 20 Downloading an eSIM Open Settings and tap Connections → SIM manager → Add eSIM . When a mobile plan is found, follow the on-screen instructions to download the eSIM.If you have a QR code provided by your carrier, open Settings , tap Connections → SIM manager → Add eSIM → Scan QR c...

Getting started 21 Turning the device off 1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side button and the Volume Down button simultaneously. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap . 2 Tap Power off . To restart the device, tap Restart . If you want to set the devi...

Getting started 22 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 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 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 27 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 28 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 29 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 30 • 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 31 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.If the screen is off or the Always On D...

Getting started 32 Icon Meaning GPRS network connectedEDGE network connectedUMTS network connectedHSDPA network connectedHSPA+ network connected / LTE network connected5G network connectedLTE network connected in LTE network that includes the 5G networkWi-Fi connectedBluetooth feature turned on / S ...

Getting started 33 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 34 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 35 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 screens...

Getting started 37 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 38 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...

Getting started 39 Copying and pasting 1 Touch 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 Touch and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste . To paste text that you ha...

40 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 43 Air actions (Controlling apps remotely with the S Pen) Control apps remotely by using the S Pen connected to your device through Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).For example, you can open apps, such as the camera app, by pressing and holding the S Pen button. Also, while using the cam...

Apps and features 45 Resetting your S Pen If the S Pen has connection problems or the S Pen disconnects often, reset the S Pen and connect it again.Insert the S Pen into the slot. Then, open Settings and tap Advanced features → S Pen → → Reset S Pen . • You can only connect Samsung-approved S Pens t...

Apps and features 49 Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image. 1 When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Screen write . The current screen is automatically captured and the editing toolbar appears. 2 Write...

Apps and features 50 Bixby Vision When you hover the S Pen over the content, the content is recognised and available search icons will appear. Use the features to search for similar images, detect and translate text, and more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information. 1 When there is an image you ...

Apps and features 51 3 Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate or the unit you want to convert.The translated text will appear. To listen to the pronunciation of the original text, tap . The icon may not appear depending on the language you select. Text selecting granularity (word or sen...

Apps and features 52 S Pen to text You can set the device to convert anything you write with the S Pen into text. 1 Open Settings , tap Advanced features → S Pen → S Pen to text , and then tap the switch to turn it on. To learn about how to edit text with the S Pen, tap How to edit . 2 Write in a te...

Apps and features 55 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 57 Options during calls • Call assist → Text call : Communicate with the other party through text. Refer to Text call for more information. • Call assist → Live translate : Get real-time translation into the language you select during voice calls. To use this feature, open the Phon...

Apps and features 61 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 62 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 63 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 64 • 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 67 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 69 Video mode The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap VIDEO and tap to record a video. • To switch between the front and rear cameras while recording, swipe upwards or downwards on the preview screen or ...

Apps and features 73 Portrait mode / Portrait video mode By using Portrait mode or Portrait video mode, you can capture pictures or videos where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly. You can also apply a background effect and edit it after taking a picture. 1 On the shooting ...

Apps and features 74 Pro mode / Pro video mode Capture pictures or videos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → PRO or PRO VIDEO . Select options and customise the settings, and then tap to take a picture or tap...

Apps and features 75 Separating the focus area and the exposure area You can separate the focus area and the exposure area.Touch 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 m...

Apps and features 78 • Advanced picture options : Select how you want to save picture. ‒ High efficiency pictures : Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format (HEIF). ‒ Pro mode picture format : Select the file format for saving pictures taken in pro mode. JPEG files compress pictures and tak...

Apps and features 80 Privacy • Permissions : Access the permissions required to use the Camera app. • Reset settings : Reset the camera settings. • About Camera : Check the Camera app version and legal information. • Contact us : Ask questions or check out the frequently asked questions. Some featur...

Apps and features 84 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 → Open in Video player . Lock the playback screen. Skip to the previous video. Touch and hold to rewind. Capture...

Apps and features 85 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 89 AR Emoji Camera Create fun pictures or videos with emojis using various shooting modes. 1 Launch AR Zone and tap AR Emoji Camera . 2 Select the emoji and the mode you want to use. The available modes may vary depending on the emoji you select. • SCENE : The emoji mimics your exp...

Apps and features 95 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 96 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 97 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 98 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 99 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 100 Registering cards Open the Wallet app and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your card registration. 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 s...

Apps and features 101 Verifying identity Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and verify your identity when using services which require your login or personal information. Refer to Samsung Pass for more information. Using tickets Add boarding passes and tickets for movies, sports, and more,...

Apps and features 102 Using a digital key with the NFC feature Touch the NFC antenna area of the phone with the digital key registered to the vehicle’s door. The door will unlock or lock.After you place the phone on the vehicle’s wireless charging pad and the digital key is authenticated, you can st...

Apps and features 103 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 ...

Apps and features 104 Samsung Notes Introduction 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 Notes app,...

Apps and features 105 Composing notes with handwriting On the note composer screen, tap to draw or write in your own handwriting.You can enter your handwriting in a larger size if you magnify the screen by spreading two fingers on it. Easy writing pad Zoom lock Redo Highlighter Eraser Clean up handw...

Apps and features 106 Using the eraser When you want to erase handwriting from a note, tap and select an area to erase. Alternatively, select an area while pressing and holding the S Pen button.To change the eraser type, tap once more. • Stroke eraser : Erase the line you select. • Area eraser : Era...

Apps and features 107 Aligning handwriting or converting to text To straighten your handwriting or drawings horizontally, tap → Align handwriting . To replace your handwriting with the converted text, tap → Convert to text . When the preview screen appears, tap Add to . Note assist features If you w...

Apps and features 108 Using the easy writing pad On the note composer screen, tap . The input field will be magnified and appear as the easy writing pad. Easy writing pad Automatically fixing shapes Tap and draw a shape. The shape will be fixed. Recording voice to notes Make a recording of your voic...

Apps and features 109 Clipping content You can add content, such as a webpage link or an image, to a note. 1 When there is content you want to clip while using the Samsung Internet , Messages , or Gallery app, open the Notes app in the split screen view or in the pop-up view. For more information ab...

Apps and features 111 Samsung Global Goals The Global Goals, which were set up by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015, consist of goals that aim to create a sustainable society. These goals have the power to end poverty, fight inequality, and stop climate change.With Samsung Global Goals, le...

Apps and features 112 Galaxy Shop Access the Samsung website and check various information related to products.Open the Galaxy Shop app. This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model. Galaxy Wearable Using the Galaxy Wearable app, you can manage your wearable devices. When you conn...

Apps and features 113 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 ...

Apps and features 114 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 b...

Apps and features 115 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 to insert a bookmark. 3 Tap to finish recording. 4 Enter a file name and tap Save ...

Apps and features 116 Playing selected voice recordings When you review interview recordings, you can mute or unmute certain sound sources in the recording. 1 Select a voice recording made in interview mode. 2 To mute certain sound sources, tap for the corresponding direction that sound is to be mut...

Apps and features 118 Gaming Hub Gaming Hub gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store into one place.Open the Gaming Hub app and select the game you want. Games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store will be automatically shown on the Gaming Hub screen. If your games are no...

Apps and features 119 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 upw...

Apps and features 120 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 121 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 123 3 On your friend’s phone, select your speaker from the list of the Bluetooth devices. 4 On your phone, accept the connection request.Your speaker will be shared.When you play music through your friend’s phone, the music playing through your phone will be paused. Listening to mu...

Apps and features 124 Smart View (Mirroring on a TV screen) View your phone’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your phone to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor. 1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap Smart View . 2 Select a device to mirror your phone’s s...

Apps and features 125 Link to Windows (Using the device through a computer connection) Access and use the mobile device’s data, such as apps or pictures, on a Windows computer. • It is recommended to use the latest version of Windows and the Phone Link app to fully use this feature. • A Microsoft ac...

Apps and features 126 Samsung DeX Introduction Using Samsung DeX, you can use your mobile device like a computer by connecting the mobile device to an external display, such as a TV or monitor. While using Samsung DeX, you can simultaneously use your mobile device. Connecting devices and starting Sa...

Apps and features 127 3 On your mobile device’s screen, tap Start . Without changing your mobile device’s screen, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the connected TV or monitor. HDMI cable HDMI adapter (USB Type-C to HDMI) Connecting to a TV wirelessly You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your m...

Apps and features 128 Controlling the Samsung DeX screen Controlling on an external display Controlling with an external keyboard and mouse You can use a wireless keyboard/mouse. Refer to the respective device’s guide for more information. • You can set the mouse pointer to flow from the external di...

Apps and features 129 Using the screen keyboard When you enter text to send messages, create notes, or perform other tasks, a screen keyboard will appear automatically on your mobile device’s screen without connecting an external keyboard. Using Samsung DeX Use your mobile device’s features in an in...

Apps and features 130 Using Samsung DeX and mobile device simultaneously While using Samsung DeX, you can use separate apps on the external display and your mobile device simultaneously.For example, while watching a video on the connected TV or monitor, you can chat with your friend on a messenger.O...

Apps and features 131 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 em...

132 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 Samsu...

Settings 133 • Ultra-wideband (UWB) : Turn on the UWB feature. • Flight mode : Set the device to turn off all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services. Follow the regulations provided by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel. In cases where it is allo...

Settings 136 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 pairi...

Settings 138 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 sta...

Settings 142 • SmartThings : Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products. Refer to SmartThings for more information. • Android Auto : Connect your device to a vehicle and control some of your device’s features on the vehicle’s display. Modes and Routines Introduction Se...

Settings 143 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 144 • Notification sound : Change the notification sound. • 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 noti...

Settings 145 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 146 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 ...

Settings 147 • Full screen apps : Select apps to use with the full screen aspect ratio. • Camera cutout : Set the device to hide the front camera from the screen. • Screen timeout : Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight. • Easy mode : Switch to easy mode ...

Settings 148 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, ...

Settings 149 Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by turning on power saving features.On the Settings screen, tap Battery . • Power saving : Turn on power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time. • Ba...

Settings 150 Home screen Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen layout.On the Settings screen, tap Home screen . Lock screen and AOD Options Change the settings for the locked screen and the Always On Display.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and AOD . • Screen lock type : ...

Settings 151 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 s...

Settings 152 Turning off the Always On Display feature Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap ( Always On Display ) to turn it off. If you cannot find ( Always On Display ) on the quick settings panel, tap → Edit and drag the button over to add it. Alternatively, on the Settings ...

Settings 153 • 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 depending on the carrier or model. Face recognition You can set the device to unlock the s...

Settings 154 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 155 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 156 • Your device has a built-in fingerprint recognition sensor at the bottom centre of the screen. Ensure that the screen protector or the screen on the fingerprint recognition sensor area is not scratched or damaged by objects, such as coins, keys, pens, and necklaces. • Ensure that the f...

Settings 157 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 158 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 159 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 160 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 161 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 162 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 163 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 164 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 165 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 166 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 167 • Smart suggestions : Set the device to analyse key information in the selected text or received message, such as events and addresses, and suggest that they be added as events to the calendar or to use related apps. You can also get suggestions for useful actions or text to enter based...

Settings 168 Advanced intelligence Use AI features to help you use your device.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features → Advanced intelligence . • Phone : Get real-time translation during voice calls. • Samsung Keyboard : Change the writing style, get spelling and grammar suggestions, and tran...

Settings 169 • Mute with gestures : Set the device to mute certain sounds by using motions or gestures. • Palm swipe to capture : Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen. You can check the captured images in Gallery . It is not possible ...

Settings 172 • 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 174 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...

Usage notices 178 • Your device contains magnets. Keep it away from credit cards, implanted medical devices, and other devices that may be affected by magnets. In the case of medical devices, keep your device more than 15 cm apart. Stop using your device if you suspect any interference with your med...

Usage notices 179 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 carrier. • The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compa...

Usage notices 180 Maintaining water and dust resistance Your device is water- and dust-resistant and meets the following international standards. • IP68 water resistance rating certification: According to the requirements of the IEC 60529 standard, it was tested in 15-35 °C, 86-106 kPa, 1.5 m fresh ...

Usage notices 181 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 184 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. • ...

Appendix 186 Using the high contrast keyboard Change the colours of the Samsung Keyboard to increase the contrast between the text and the background.Open Settings , tap Accessibility → Vision enhancements , and then tap the High contrast keyboard switch to turn it on. Displaying button shapes Displ...

Appendix 190 Adding voice recordings to voice labels You can use voice labels to distinguish objects of similar shape by attaching labels to them. You can record and assign a voice recording to an NFC-enabled voice label. The voice recording is played back when you place your device near the label. ...

Appendix 191 Using the reading menu While you are using TalkBack, swipe to the left or right with three fingers. The reading menu will appear and the device will read the options aloud. Swipe to the left or right with three fingers to scroll through the options. When you hear the option you want, sw...

Appendix 192 • Braille display : Connect a braille keyboard and change the settings. • Tutorial and help : Learn how to use TalkBack. • Advanced settings : Configure advanced settings for TalkBack. • Open TalkBack in the Galaxy Store : Open TalkBack from the Galaxy Store and check for updates. Enter...

Appendix 193 Caption settings Open Settings , tap Accessibility → Hearing enhancements → Caption preference , and then tap the Show captions switch to turn it on. Select an option for configuring the caption settings. Hearing aid support Set the device to enhance the sound quality to work better wit...

Appendix 196 Accessing assistive menus The assistive shortcut icon appears as a floating icon for access to the assistive menus from any screen.When you tap the assistive shortcut icon, the icon expands slightly and the assistive menus appear on the icon. Tap the left or right arrow, or swipe to the...

Appendix 198 Auto action after pointer stops Set the device to select an item automatically when you place the mouse pointer over the item. You can also assign actions to use when you move the pointer to a corner of the screen.Open Settings , tap Accessibility → Interaction and dexterity → Auto acti...

Appendix 202 Calls are not connected • Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling. • Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number. Others cannot hear you speaking on a call • E...

Appendix 203 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 204 • 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 205 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 ...