Samsung SM-A920F/DS - User Manual

Basics 6 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 or perfor...

Basics 8 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 models. • If t...

Basics 9 Device layout and functions Package contents 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 be co...

Basics 10 Device layout Front camera Speaker Power key Touchscreen Volume key Bixby key Proximity/Light sensor Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) SIM card / Memory card tray NFC antenna Rear camera (Quadruple) Microphone Main antenna Speaker Microphone Fingerprint recognition sensor Flash Earphone jack ...

Basics 12 Hard keys Volume key Power key Bixby key Key Function Power key • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. • Press to turn on or lock the screen. Bixby key • Press to launch Bixby. Refer to Bixby for more information. • Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using ...

Basics 13 Battery 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...

Basics 14 Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power. • Optimise the device using the device care feature. • When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Power key. • Activate power saving mode. • Close unneces...

Basics 15 Fast charging The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off. Increasing the charging speed To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery.If the fast charg...

Basics 17 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. 3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. 4 Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it. If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the...

Basics 18 Memory card (microSD card) Installing a memory card Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to th...

Basics 19 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole next to the tray to loosen the tray. Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged. 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection ...

Basics 20 Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.Launch the Settings app and tap Device care → Storage → Advanced → SD card → Format . Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copi...

Basics 21 Forcing restart If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it. Volume Down key Power key Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some app...

Basics 22 Initial setup When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device. 1 Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device. 2 Select your preferred device language and select . Select a lan...

Basics 23 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 . For more...

Basics 24 Signing in to your Samsung account If you already have a Samsung account, sign in to your Samsung account. 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup → Accounts → Add account → Samsung account . Alternatively, launch the Settings app and tap . 2 Enter your Samsung account ID and...

Basics 25 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 → Smart Switch . • This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers. • Limitat...

Basics 26 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 device. 3 On your device, launch the Settings app and tap...

Basics 27 Understanding the screen Controlling the touchscreen • Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction. • To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessi...

Basics 28 Dragging Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap the screen. Swiping Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.

Basics 30 Hiding the navigation bar View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar.Launch the Settings app, tap Display → Navigation bar , and then tap Full screen gestures under Navigation type . The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will appear. Tap More op...

Basics 31 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. The screen may appear differently depending on the reg...

Basics 32 Switching between Home and Apps screens On the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen.To return to the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen. Alternatively, tap the Home button or the Back button. Home screen Apps screen If you add the Apps but...

Basics 33 Display the screen in landscape mode On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap Home screen settings , and then tap the Rotate to landscape mode switch to activate it. Rotate the device until it is horizontal to view the screen in landscape mode. Moving items Tap and hold an item,...

Basics 34 Creating folders Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps.On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Folder name and enter a folder name. • Addi...

Basics 35 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, and then ta...

Basics 36 Displaying all apps on the Home screen Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the Home screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap Home screen settings → Home screen layout → Home screen only → Apply . You can now access...

Basics 37 Icon Meaning Mute mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery chargingBattery power level Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not u...

Basics 38 Changing the screen lock method To change the screen lock method, launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen → Screen lock type , and then select a method. When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or your biometric data for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal information by p...

Basics 39 Notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, 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 clo...

Basics 40 Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons. To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button.To rearrange buttons, tap → ...

Basics 41 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.Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be save...

Basics 42 Screen record Record the screen while using your device.Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap ( Screen recorder ) to activate it. After a countdown, recording will start. • To write or draw on the screen, tap . • To record the screen with a video overlay of yourself, t...

Basics 43 Changing the keyboard On the navigation bar, tap to change the keyboard. To change the keyboard type, tap → Languages and types , select a language, and then select the keyboard type you want. • If the keyboard button ( ) does not appear on the navigation bar, launch the Settings app, tap ...

Basics 44 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 previously...

45 Apps and features 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. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by c...

Apps and features 46 Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps Tap and hold an app and select an option. • Disable : Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device. • Uninstall : Uninstall downloaded apps. Some apps may not support this feature. Enabling apps Launch the ...

Apps and features 47 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 for more ...

Apps and features 48 Starting Bixby When you launch Bixby for the first time, the Bixby intro page will appear. You must select the language to use with Bixby, sign in to your Samsung account according to the on-screen instructions, and then agree to the terms and conditions. 1 Press the Bixby key. ...

Apps and features 49 Using Bixby When you say what you want to Bixby, Bixby will launch corresponding functions or show the information you requested.While pressing and holding the Bixby key, say what you want to Bixby, and then release your finger from the key when you are finished speaking. Altern...

Apps and features 50 If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, while pressing and holding the Bixby key, answer Bixby. Or, tap and answer Bixby.If you are using headphones or Bluetooth audio, or start a conversation by saying “Hi, Bixby”, you can continue the conversation without tapping t...

Apps and features 51 Bixby Vision Introduction Bixby Vision is a service that provides various features based on image recognition. You can use Bixby Vision to quickly search for information by recognising objects. Use a variety of useful Bixby Vision features. Translate or extract text. Search (inc...

Apps and features 52 Launching Bixby Vision Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods. • In the Camera app, tap MORE on the shooting modes list and tap BIXBY VISION . • In the Gallery app, select an image and tap . • In the Internet app, tap and hold an image and tap Bixby Vision . • If you add...

Apps and features 53 Searching for similar images and related information Search for images similar to the recognised object online. You can view various images with properties similar to the object, such as colour or shape.For example, if you want to know the title of a photo or image, use the Bixb...

Apps and features 55 Making calls from call logs or contacts list Launch 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 deactivated, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features → Motions and gestures , and then...

Apps and features 56 Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the Send message bar upwards and select a message to send. If the Ad...

Apps and features 57 Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available: • : Access additional options. • Add call : Dial a second call. The first call will be put on hold. When you end the second call, the first call will be resumed. • Hold call : Hold a call. Tap Resume c...

Apps and features 58 Adding a phone number to Contacts Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad . 2 Enter the number. 3 Tap Add to Contacts . 4 Tap Create new contact to create a new contact, or tap Update existing contact to add the number to an existi...

Apps and features 59 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. Select a storage location. Add an image. Open more information fields....

Apps and features 60 Importing contacts Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device. 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Manage contacts → Import or export contacts → Import . 2 Select a storage location to import contacts from. 3 Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap Do...

Apps and features 61 Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions: • : Add to favourite contacts. • / : Make a voice or video call. • : Compose a message. • : Compose an email. Sharing contacts You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options. 1 Launch the Contacts app ...

Apps and features 62 Creating groups You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group. 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Groups → Create group . 2 Enter a group name.To set a group ringtone, tap Group ringtone and select a ringtone. 3 Tap Add member , select contacts to ...

Apps and features 63 Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation. Sending messages You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming. 1 Launch the Messages app and tap . 2 Add recipients and enter a message.To record and send a voice message, tap and hold , ...

Apps and features 64 Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. 1 Launch the Messages app and tap Conversations . 2 On the messages list, select a contact or a phone number. • To reply to the me...

Apps and features 65 Setting the message notification You can change notification sound, display options, and more. 1 Launch the Messages app, tap → Settings → Notifications , and then tap the switch to activate it. 2 Change the notification settings. Setting a message reminder You can set an alert ...

Apps and features 67 Using secret mode In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can lock secret mode using a password and your biometric data. Activating secret mode In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap → Turn on Secret mode . If you are using t...

Apps and features 68 Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. 1 Launch the Email app. 2 On the list, select an email service or tap Other . 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. To set up another email account, tap → → Add ac...

Apps and features 69 Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission. • Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited. • Do not take photos or record vid...

Apps and features 70 Taking photos 1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. • Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Zooming features are available only when using the rear camera. • To adjust the brightness of photos, tap the screen. Wh...

Apps and features 71 Selecting a lens for shooting On the preview screen, select the lens you want and take a photo or record a video. This feature is only available in some shooting modes. • : The Ultra wide lens lets you take wide-angle photos or record wide-angle videos which look just like the a...

Apps and features 72 Using shooting modes To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or right, or swipe to the left or right on the preview screen.Select a shooting mode you want. Shooting modes list Photo mode (Intelligent camera) The camera adjusts the shooting options a...

Apps and features 73 • If this feature is not activated, tap on the preview screen and tap the Scene optimiser switch to activate it. • If you do not want to use this feature, tap the scene optimiser button on the preview screen. Flaw detection If a photo is taken poorly, the device will notify you ...

Apps and features 74 Applying filter and beauty effects You can select a filter effect and modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking a photo. 1 On the preview screen, tap . 2 Select a filter effect or beauty effects and take a photo. Locking the focus (AF) and expos...

Apps and features 75 Live focus mode The camera allows you to take photos where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly. • Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light. • The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions: – The device or the su...

Apps and features 76 Editing the background of the Live Focus photos You can also edit the background effect and the intensity of the background effect for a photo taken with the Live focus feature. 1 Select a photo taken with the Live focus feature and tap Change background effect . 2 To adjust the...

Apps and features 77 Super Slow-mo mode Super slow motion is a feature that records a quickly passing moment slowly so that you can appreciate it later. After the video is recorded, background music will be added automatically. • Some super slow motion features may differ depending on the model. • U...

Apps and features 78 Playing super slow motion videos Select a super slow motion video and tap Play super slow-mo video . Random background music will automatically accompany the video during playback.To capture an image while playing a video, tap . Editing super slow motion videos On the playback s...

Apps and features 79 5 Tap Play slow motion video . The fastest section of the video will be set as a slow motion section and the video will start playing. Up to two slow motion sections will be created based on the video.To edit the slow motion section, drag the section editing bar to the left or r...

Apps and features 80 Pro mode Capture photos 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 photo. Available options • : Select an ISO value. This c...

Apps and features 81 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 Auto , the device will automatically adjust the frame rate ...

Apps and features 82 Wide selfie mode Take a wide self-portrait and include as many people in the photo as possible to avoid leaving people out. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE → WIDE SELFIE . 2 Face the front camera lens. 3 Tap to take a photo.Alternatively, show your palm to the front camer...

Apps and features 83 Customising camera settings Options for current shooting mode On the preview screen, use the following options. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode. • : Activate or deactivate the flash. • : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically...

Apps and features 84 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 automatically depending on the subject or scene. • Flaw detection : Set to receive...

Apps and features 87 Searching for images Launch the Gallery app and tap to view images sorted by category, such as types or locations.To search for images by entering keywords, tap the search field. Viewing videos 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures . 2 Select a video to play. 3 Tap Play vide...

Apps and features 88 Viewing albums You can view your images and videos sorted by folders or albums.Launch the Gallery app, tap Albums , and then select an album. Hiding albums You can hide albums. You cannot hide albums created by default, such as the Camera and Screenshots albums. 1 Launch the Gal...

Apps and features 89 To add images or videos to a story, select a story and tap → Add . To remove images or videos from a story, select a story, tap → Edit , tick images or videos to remove, and then tap Remove from story . Deleting stories 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap Stories . 2 Tap and hold a...

Apps and features 90 AR EMOJI Introduction Create a My Emoji that looks just like you, and take photos or record videos using stickers. Creating My Emoji Make a My Emoji that looks like you. My Emoji stickers with various expressions will be automatically generated. 1 Launch the Camera app, tap MORE...

Apps and features 91 You can use the AR EMOJI feature in both the front and rear cameras. If you are using the rear camera, it will automatically switch to the front camera. To switch between cameras, swipe upwards or downwards on the preview screen. Deleting My Emoji Launch the Camera app, tap MORE...

Apps and features 92 Applying stickers randomly You can apply stickers randomly, instead of selecting one from the stickers list.Tap Random repeatedly until the sticker you want appears. Using My Emoji stickers in chats You can use My Emoji stickers during a conversation via messages or on a social ...

Apps and features 93 Always On Display You can view information, such as the clock or calendar, or control music playback on the screen when it is turned off.You can also check notifications for new messages or missed calls. • The brightness of the Always On Display may change automatically dependin...

Apps and features 94 Controlling music playback on the Always On Display 1 Launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen → FaceWidgets , and then tap the Music switch to activate it. 2 To control music playback on the Always On Display, double-tap the clock. 3 Swipe to the left or right on the clock to m...

Apps and features 95 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. Some apps may not support this feature. Split screen view Pop-up view

Apps and features 96 Split screen 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 split screen view . The selected app will launch in the upper window. 3 On the lower window, swipe left or right to select ano...

Apps and features 97 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. Minimise the window. Close the app. Maximise the window. Adjust the tra...

Apps and features 99 Samsung Pay Introduction Register frequently used cards to Samsung Pay, a mobile payment service, to make payments quickly and securely. Samsung Pay supports near field communication (NFC) to allow payment through standard credit card readers.You can view more information, such ...

Apps and features 100 Setting up Samsung Pay When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup. 1 Launch the Samsung Pay app. 2 Sign in to your Samsung account. 3 Read and agree to the terms and condi...

Apps and features 101 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.Alternatively, enter the payment PIN you...

Apps and features 103 Together Together allows you to set up step count goals and compete with your friends. You can invite friends to walk together, set target step counts, compete in challenges, and view your ranking.On the Samsung Health home screen, tap Together . Steps The device counts the num...

Apps and features 104 Additional information • Samsung Health is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. • The available functions, features and addab...

Apps and features 105 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 Galaxy news and tips. Samsung ...

Apps and features 106 Calendar Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or reminders in your planner. Creating events 1 Launch 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. Select a calendar t...

Apps and features 107 Creating reminders You can create tasks as reminders and receive notifications at the preset time or location for each reminder. Launch the Calendar app and tap → Reminder . Refer to Reminder for more information. Syncing events with your accounts 1 Launch the Settings app, tap...

Apps and features 109 Completing reminders Mark reminders that you do not need to be reminded of as complete.On the reminders list, select a reminder and tap Complete . Restoring reminders Restore reminders that have been completed. 1 On the reminders list, tap → Completed → Edit . 2 Tick items to r...

Apps and features 110 Radio Listening to the FM radio Launch the Radio app. Before you use this app, you must connect an earphone, which serves as the radio antenna. The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time. Select the radio station you want from ...

Apps and features 112 Changing the recording mode Launch the Voice Recorder app. Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen. • Standard : This is the normal recording mode. • Speech-to-text : The device records your voice and simultaneously converts it to on-screen text. For best result...

Apps and features 113 Alarm Launch the Clock app and tap Alarm . Setting alarms Tap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set other various alarm options, and then tap Save . To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the time input field.To activ...

Apps and features 114 Stopwatch 1 Launch the Clock app and tap Stopwatch . 2 Tap Start to time an event. To record lap times while timing an event, tap Lap . 3 Tap Stop to stop timing. • To restart the timing, tap Resume . • To clear lap times, tap Reset . Timer 1 Launch the Clock app and tap Timer ...

Apps and features 115 Game Launcher Introduction 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. Open games with or without sound. Downloaded apps Library panel Access addition...

Apps and features 116 Using Game Launcher 1 Launch the Game Launcher app. If Game Launcher does not appear, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features , and then tap the Game Launcher switch to activate it. 2 Drag the Library panel upwards and tap a game. Games downloaded from Play Store and Gal...

Apps and features 117 Game Booster Introduction Game Booster lets you play games in a better environment and provides you with useful options via the Game Booster panel. Using Game Booster To open the Game Booster panel while playing games, tap on the navigation bar. If the navigation bar is hidden,...

Apps and features 118 Launching apps in pop-up windows while playing games You can launch apps in pop-up windows while playing a game.Tap and select an app from the apps list. To edit the apps list, tap . Kids Home Introduction You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage time...

Apps and features 119 Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used when activating the Parental control feature or closing Kids Home. Using parental control features You can configure the settings for Kids Home and view the usage history.On the Kids Home screen, tap → Parental con...

Apps and features 120 SmartThings Introduction Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products with your smartphone. • Connecting with nearby devices : Connect with nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or wearable devices, easily and quickly. • Registering and control...

Apps and features 121 Connecting to nearby devices Connect to nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets, easily and quickly. Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or the shared content. 1 Launch the SmartThings app. 2 Tap Add device or tap → Device . 3 Tap Scan . 4 ...

Apps and features 122 Viewing and controlling connected devices You can view and control the devices. For example, you can check the ingredients in your refrigerator or adjust the TV volume. 1 Launch the SmartThings app. The list of connected devices will appear. 2 View the status of devices on the ...

Apps and features 123 Adding scenes Add a scene and register devices to it to control multiple devices at the same time. 1 Launch the SmartThings app. 2 Tap → and select a location. 3 Tap → Scenes → Add scene . 4 Enter the scene name. 5 Tap under Actions to add actions to perform. 6 Tap Save . Addin...

Apps and features 124 Sharing content Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images. You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network. 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap and select a sharing method, s...

Apps and features 125 Using additional features • Send to device : Share content with nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth, or with SmartThings supported devices. • Smart View : View your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your device to a screen mirroring-enabled TV ...

127 Settings Introduction Customise device settings. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.Launch the Settings app. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap . Connections Options Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature an...

Settings 128 • Data usage : Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit.You can also activate the data saver feature to...

Settings 129 Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi and tap the switch to activate it. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct . The detected devices are listed.If the device you want to connect to is no...

Settings 130 Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. • 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 devices that are trusted and prop...

Settings 131 Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device. 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap → ...

Settings 132 NFC and payment Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags 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. The device contains a built-in NFC...

Settings 133 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 134 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 activate it.When the data saver feature is activated, the icon will appear on the st...

Settings 135 SIM card manager (dual SIM models) Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) for more information. On the Settings screen, tap Connections → SIM card manager . • Calls : Select a SIM or USIM card for voic...

Settings 136 Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’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 activate it.The icon appears on the status bar. ...

Settings 137 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 ...

Settings 138 Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More connection settings → Printing → Download plugin . 2 Search for a printer plug-in in Play Store . 3 Select a printer plug-in and install it. 4 Se...

Settings 139 Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLink When using this feature for the first time, connect the device to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. 1 Pair your device with a vehicle via Bluetooth.Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for more information. 2 Connect your device to th...

Settings 140 Sounds and vibration Options Change settings for various sounds on the device.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration . • Sound mode : Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode. • Vibrate while ringing : Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for i...

Settings 141 Separate app sound Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on the connected Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the sound of other apps.For example, you can listen to the Navigation app through your device’s speaker while listening to playback from the Music app th...

Settings 142 Display Options Change the display and the Home screen settings.On the Settings screen, tap Display . • Brightness : Adjust the brightness of the display. • Adaptive brightness : Set the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments and apply them automatically in similar lighting...

Settings 143 • Show charging information : Set the device to display the remaining battery percentage and the estimated time until it is fully charged when the screen is off. • Screensaver : Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging. Refer to Screensaver for more information...

Settings 144 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. • Adaptive display : This optimises the colour range, s...

Settings 145 Screensaver You can set to display images as a screensaver when the screen turns off automatically. The screensaver will be displayed when the device is charging. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screensaver . 2 Select an option.If you select Photo Frame or Photos , a slideshow w...

Settings 147 Smart Lock 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. • This feature will...

Settings 148 • Samsung Pass : Verify your identity easily and securely via your biometric data. Refer to Samsung Pass for more information. • Install unknown apps : Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources. • Secure Folder : Create a secure folder to protect your private...

Settings 149 For better face recognition Consider the following when using face recognition: • Consider the conditions when registering, such as wearing glasses, hats, masks, beards, or heavy makeup • Ensure that you are in a well-lit area and that the camera lens is clean when registering • Ensure ...

Settings 150 Deleting the registered face data You can delete face data that you have registered. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Biometrics and security → Face recognition . 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. 3 Tap Remove face data → Remove . Once the registered face is deleted,...

Settings 151 Fingerprint recognition In order for fingerprint recognition to function, your fingerprint information needs to be registered and stored in your device. After registering, you can set the device to use your fingerprint for the features below: • Screen lock • Secure Folder • This feature...

Settings 152 • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognises fingerprints. Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor is not scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces. • Covering the fingerprint recognition sensor with protective films, stickers, or other accessor...

Settings 153 Checking registered fingerprints You can check whether your fingerprint is registered by placing your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Biometrics and security → Fingerprints . 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. 3 Tap Check...

Settings 154 Samsung Pass Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and easily verify your identity when using services which require your login or personal information. • To use this feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • To use this feature, you must sign in to y...

Settings 155 Using Samsung Pass to sign in to apps You can use Samsung Pass to easily sign in to apps that support ID and password autofill. 1 Open an app that you want to sign in to. 2 Enter your ID and password, and then tap the app’s sign in button. 3 When a pop-up window asking whether you want ...

Settings 156 Entering your personal information automatically You can use Samsung Pass to easily enter your address or payment card information on apps that support personal information autofill. 1 On the Samsung Pass main screen, tap Autofill forms and select Add address or Add card . 2 Enter the i...

Settings 157 Secure Folder Secure Folder protects your private content and apps, such as photos 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 Folde...

Settings 158 Setting up Secure Folder 1 Launch the Settings app and tap Biometrics and security → Secure Folder . 2 Agree to the terms and conditions of Secure Folder. 3 Enter your Samsung account ID and password and tap Sign in . 4 Select a lock method to use for Secure Folder and follow the on-scr...

Settings 159 Moving content to Secure Folder Move content, such as photos 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 then t...

Settings 160 Adding apps Add an app to use in Secure Folder. 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Add apps . 2 Tick one or more apps installed on the device and tap Add . To install apps from Play Store or Galaxy Store , tap Download from Play Store or Download from Galaxy Store . Removing apps fr...

Settings 161 Backing up and restoring Secure Folder Back up content and apps in Secure Folder to Samsung Cloud using your Samsung account and restore them later. Backing up data 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → Backup and restore . 2 Tap Add account and follow the on-screen instru...

Settings 162 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 163 Privacy Change the settings for privacy.On the Settings screen, tap Privacy . • Permission manager : View the list of features and apps that have permission to use them. You can also edit the permission settings. • Send diagnostic data : Set the device to automatically send the device’s...

Settings 164 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 165 Syncing data You can sync data saved in your device, such as images, videos, and events, with Samsung Cloud and access it from other devices. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Accounts and backup → Samsung Cloud . 2 Tap → Settings → Sync and auto backup settings → Sync . 3 Tap the switches ...

Settings 166 Google Configure settings for some features provided by Google.On the Settings screen, tap Google . Advanced features Options Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them.On the Settings screen, tap Advanced features . Excessive shaking or an impact to the device...

Settings 168 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. • Smart stay : Set the device to prevent the display from turning off...

Settings 169 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 170 Digital Wellbeing and parental controls Options 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 Wellbei...

Settings 171 Setting timers for apps You can limit the daily usage time for each app by setting a timer. When you reach the limit, the app will be deactivated and you cannot use it. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Digital Wellbeing and parental controls → App timers . 2 Tap No timer next to the app yo...

Settings 172 Device care Introduction The device care feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, memory, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap of your finger. Optimising your device On the Settings screen, tap Device care → ...

Settings 173 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 Device care → Battery . • The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery pow...

Settings 174 Storage Check the status of the used and available memory.On the Settings screen, tap Device care → Storage . • The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory. The available...

Settings 175 Apps Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. You can view the apps’ usage information, change their notification or permission settings, or uninstall or disable unnecessary apps.On the Settings screen, tap Apps . General management Customise your device’s system settings or ...

Settings 176 Adding device languages You can add languages to use on your device. 1 On the Settings screen, tap General management → Language and input → Language → Add language . To view all the languages that can be added, tap → All languages . 2 Select a language to add. 3 To set the selected lan...

Settings 177 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 . If emergency software updates are released for your device’s security and to block new types of security threa...

178 Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device. When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes: • Password: When the devi...

Appendix 179 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 181 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory 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 memory by transferring files to a ...

Appendix 182 Bluetooth is not working well If another Bluetooth device is not located or there are connection problems or performance malfunctions, try the following: • Ensure that the device you wish to connect with is ready to be scanned or connected to. • Ensure that your device and the other Blu...

Appendix 183 A small gap appears around the outside of the device case • This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur. • Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly. There is not enough space in the device’s storage ...