Samsung SM-N910GZWEXSA - User Manual

5 Read me first Please read this manual before 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, or device’s software. • Content (high quality content) that ...

Read me first 6 Instructional icons Warning : situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution : situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Notice : essential information for using the device, functional limitations of using the device, usage charge informat...

7 Getting started Package contents Check the product box for the following items: • Device • Battery • Quick start guide • 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...

Getting started 8 Device layout Microphone Back key Multipurpose jack Proximity/Light/Gesture sensor Front camera Power key Touchscreen Recents key Microphone Home key (Fingerprint recognition sensor) LED indicator Speaker Headset jack Main antenna Microphone Volume key NFC antenna (on the battery) ...

Getting started 9 • Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. • Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction. • Do not allow water to contac...

Getting started 10 S Pen S Pen button S Pen nib Tweezers Name Functions S Pen nib • Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen. • Hover the S Pen over items on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as Air Button and the air view feature. S Pen button • Hover ...

Getting started 11 Removing the S Pen When you remove the S Pen from the slot, the device launches Action memo or displays the air command features depending on the S Pen detachment option setting.To change the setting, open the All apps screen and tap Settings → S Pen → Detachment options . Replaci...

Getting started 13 Using the SIM or USIM card and battery Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. • Only microSIM cards work with the device. • Some LTE services may not be available dependin...

Getting started 15 4 Replace the back cover. Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Pull out the battery. 3 Press the SIM or USIM card with your finger, and then pull it out.

Getting started 16 Charging the battery Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge the battery by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause...

Getting started 17 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket. Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the device. To save energy, unplug the charger when not in us...

Getting started 18 Fast charging The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can use this feature to charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off. About Fast charging • Fast charging uses battery charging technology that charges the battery faster by increasi...

Getting started 19 Using a memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB. Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your device. • Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the d...

Getting started 20 Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Unmount SD card . 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Pull out the memory card. 3 Replace the back cover. Do not remove the memory card while the ...

Getting started 21 Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.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.To turn off the device, press and hold the P...

22 Basics Using 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 excessive pressure to it with your fin...

Basics 23 Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-tap again to return.

Basics 24 Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the All apps screen to view other panels. Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list of items, such as contacts. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pin...

Basics 25 Home screen layout Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.To v...

Basics 26 Home screen options On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging Home screen panels. You can also set the Home screen wallpaper, add widgets to the Home screen, ...

Basics 27 All apps screen The All apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the All apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right, or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen.To customise the All apps scr...

Basics 28 Icon Meaning New text or multimedia messageAlarm activatedS Pen detachedMute mode activatedVibration mode activatedFlight mode activatedError occurred or caution requiredBattery power level The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the status bar, drag...

Basics 29 You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Launch Settings . Launch S Finder . Tap a notification and perform various actions. Clear all notifications. Adjust the brightness. View all quick setting buttons. Activate or deactivate options. Tap and hold a button to view m...

Basics 30 Opening apps On the Home screen or the All apps screen, select an app icon to open it.To open the list of recently used apps, tap and select an app window to open it. Closing an app Tap → , and then tap End next to an app to close it. To close all running apps, tap End all . Alternatively,...

Basics 31 Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap INSTALL . To purchase and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions. To change the auto update settings...

Basics 32 Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create memos, and more. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Break to the next line. Suggested...

Basics 33 Using additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions. Other icons may appear instead of the icon depending on the last function that was used. • : Enter text by voice. Change the language. Open the keyboard. Start or pause entering text by voice. • : Switch to handwrit...

Basics 34 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 Place the cursor where the text is to be inserted and tap → Paste . To paste text that you have prev...

Basics 35 2 Tap Dictionary . If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, follow the on-screen instructions to install one. 3 View the definition.To view more definitions, tap . In the detailed view, tap to add the word to your favourite words list or tap Search Web to use the word as a search...

Basics 36 Power saving feature Power saving mode Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Power saving → Power saving mode , and then tap the Power saving mode switch to activate it. Alternatively, open the quick settings panel and tap Power sa...

Basics 37 3 Read the on-screen information about the mode and tap Enable . To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap → Disable ultra power saving mode → Disable .The estimated maximum standby time shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out if the device is not used. Standby time may...

38 S Pen features Air command Remove the S Pen from the slot, or hover the S Pen over any part of the screen and press the S Pen button to access four useful features.With the air command features, you can perform various actions. Image clip Screen write Action memo Smart select • Action memo : Writ...

S Pen features 40 4 Select an app to use with the selected memo information.The selected app will launch from Action memo . Search for a location. Create a task. Send a message. Create a contact. Make a call. Search the web. Send an email. Viewing memos On the Action memo screen, tap → View action m...

S Pen features 42 Collecting multiple items Tap to add content to your collected items list to use it later. To collect additional content, tap on the collected items pop-up window.To view collected items, tap the collected items pop-up window. You can share, delete, or save multiple items at once. ...

S Pen features 44 S Note An introduction Create custom notes by recording your thoughts and ideas. You can insert multimedia files and create Photo notes. Starting S Note 1 Tap S Note on the All apps screen. Alternatively, on the Home screen, tap in the S Note widget. 2 Read the on-screen informatio...

S Pen features 45 Using the S Note widget You can launch some S Note features directly from the S Note widget. On the Home screen, tap an icon in the S Note widget. Insert a voice memo. Launch S Note. Create a note in handwriting mode. Create a Photo note. Create a note in text mode. Creating notes ...

S Pen features 46 Changing the pen settings When writing or drawing on the screen, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour. Open the preset pen profiles list. Save the current setting as a pen profile. Change the line thickness. Change the pen colour. Change the pen type....

S Pen features 47 Editing handwritten notes Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving, resizing, or transforming. 1 When there is handwriting or a drawing on the note, tap . 2 Tap or draw a line around the input to select and edit it.To move the input to another l...

S Pen features 48 Sketch recording You can record your actions while composing a note. 1 Tap → Record sketching . 2 Tap and write or draw a note.Your actions are recorded in real time. 3 To stop recording, tap again.Tap to view the recording. Creating Photo notes Create notes by taking photos of con...

S Pen features 49 3 When the border around the subject turns blue, tap to take a photo.The device automatically applies the Photo note effect to the photo and inserts it into S Note. 4 Edit the note. With the Photo note effect Without the Photo note effect Using manual mode 1 On the Photo note previ...

S Pen features 50 Editing Photo notes Edit sections inserted into S Note. 1 Tap and hold a section and tap Convert to edit . The text image on the section will be vectorised and transformed into coloured lines for you to edit. 2 Tap and draw a line around the section you want to edit. 3 Select an ed...

S Pen features 51 Scrapbook An introduction Collect content from various sources to create your own digital scrapbook. While viewing webpages or videos, you can select and add a desired area to scrapbooks. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Viewing scrapbooks ...

S Pen features 52 Air view Hover over an item on the screen with the S Pen to perform various functions. Previewing information Point at the screen to preview content or view information in a pop-up window. Using Air Button Hovering the S Pen over items in some apps, such as Gallery and Video , will...

S Pen features 53 Pen Select While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over text or item lists to select multiple items or text. You can also copy and paste the selected items or text into another app or share them with others. Direct pen input Fill in forms and write messages usin...

S Pen features 54 3 Write with the S Pen.When composing a message in Messages , tap at the top of the handwriting field to switch to drawing mode. A drawing will be inserted into the message as an attachment. 4 When you are finished, tap . Writing in apps You can write directly on the screen with th...

55 Motions & usability features Motions and gestures Excessive shaking or impact on the device may result in unintended inputs. Control motions properly. Direct call While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call. If this feature is not ac...

Motions & usability features 56 Smart alert If you have missed calls or new messages, the device will vibrate when you pick it up. This feature may not work if the screen is turned on or the device is not on a flat surface. If this feature is not activated, open the All apps screen, tap Settings...

Motions & usability features 57 Turning device over Turn the device over to mute incoming calls or alarms. If this feature is not activated, open the All apps screen, tap Settings → Motions and gestures → Mute/Pause , and then tap the Mute/Pause switch to activate it. Palm swipe to capture Place...

Motions & usability features 58 Multi window An introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in a split screen. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in pop-up windows. Split screen Multi window Some apps, such as Calculator and Contacts , can only be launched in po...

Motions & usability features 59 Launching Multi window from the list of recent apps 1 Tap . 2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap to launch an app in Multi window. 3 Select another app to launch in Multi window. Using Multi window options When you use Multi window apps, select an app window and t...

Motions & usability features 60 • : Switch locations between Multi window apps. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window. • : Switch to a floating icon. • : Switch to the full scree...

Motions & usability features 61 Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows. If Multi window is not activated, open the All apps screen, tap Settings → Multi window , and then tap the Multi window switch to activate it. Alternati...

Motions & usability features 62 Moving or closing pop-up windows To move a pop-up window, tap the circle on a window and drag it to a new location.To close the window, tap the circle at the top of the window and tap . Launching pop-up windows from the split screen Multi window 1 On the split scr...

Motions & usability features 63 One-handed operation An introduction You can switch to one-handed operation mode to conveniently operate the device with one hand.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Display and wallpaper → One-handed operation . Reducing the screen size Tap Reduce screen size ...

Motions & usability features 64 One-handed input Tap One-handed input and tap the One-handed input switch to activate it. Tap or to adjust the size and position of the dialling keypad, in-call buttons, and other input panels for easy one-handed access. Side key panel Tap Side key panel and tap t...

65 Personalising Managing the Home and All apps screens Managing the Home screen Adding items Tap and hold an app or a folder from the All apps screen, and then drag it to the Home screen.To add widgets, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap Widgets , tap and hold a widget, and then dra...

Personalising 66 Managing panels On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap .To move a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.To remove a panel, tap and hold a panel preview, and then...

Personalising 67 Setting wallpaper and ringtones Setting wallpaper Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen or the locked screen. 1 On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap Wallpapers . Alternatively, on the All apps screen, tap Settings → Displ...

Personalising 68 3 Select a wallpaper option. • From Gallery : Select images from Gallery . The device will display the images on the locked screen at the interval you set. • Live weather : The device will display high quality images on the locked screen based on the time, weather, and your location...

Personalising 69 Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern. PIN A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it. P...

Personalising 70 Adding a My Places widget To add the widget, tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen, tap Widgets , tap and hold the My Places widget, and then drag it to the Home screen. Select a category to set location information and preferences. Setting place information When you visit a...

Personalising 71 2 Tap Next . 3 On the Manage shortcuts screen, tap or to add or delete shortcuts to various apps and features. 4 Tap OK . The My Places widget with your location settings will appear on the Home screen. To change additional settings, such as sound mode or Wi-Fi network settings, tap...

Personalising 72 4 Tap Save . 5 Tap or add or delete shortcuts to various app and features. 6 Tap .When you visit an added place, your preset location settings will appear on the My Places widget. To change additional settings, such as sound mode or Wi-Fi network settings, tap → Custom settings . Fi...

Personalising 73 • The device may not recognise fingerprints that are affected by wrinkles or scars. • The device may not recognise fingerprints from small or thin fingers. • To improve recognition performance, register fingerprints of the hand used most often to perform tasks on the device. • Do no...

Personalising 75 Deregistering fingerprints You can deregister your fingerprints using the fingerprint manager. 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Finger Scanner → Fingerprint manager . 2 Scan a registered fingerprint, or tap and enter the backup password. 3 Tap → Select . 4 Tick fingerprints ...

Personalising 76 Using fingerprints to sign in to accounts You can use your fingerprints to sign in to webpages that support password saving. 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Finger Scanner → Web sign-in , and then tap the Web sign-in switch to activate it. 2 Open a webpage that you want to ...

Personalising 77 Private mode An introduction Hide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it.In private mode, you can hide items in Gallery , Video , Music , Voice Recorder , My Files , and S Note . Setting up private mode 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Private mo...

Personalising 78 Viewing hidden content You can only view hidden items when private mode is activated. 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Private mode , and then tap the Private mode switch to activate it.Alternatively, open the quick settings panel and tap Private mode to activate it. 2 Follo...

Personalising 79 Returning to standard mode Swipe to the left on the Home screen and tap Easy settings → Easy mode → Standard mode → Done . Transferring data from your previous device Using backup accounts You can transfer backup data from your previous device to your new device using your Google or...

Personalising 80 Using Smart Switch with computers Use this feature to import a backup of your data (from selected manufacturer’s mobile devices) from a computer to your device. You can download the app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch . 1 Back up data from a previous device to the computer. For mor...

Personalising 81 Removing accounts On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accounts , select an account name under MY ACCOUNTS , select the account to remove, and then tap → Remove account . Registering Samsung accounts You need a Samsung account when using some Samsung apps. You can back up or resto...

Phone & contacts 83 Making calls from call logs or contacts list Tap Logs or Contacts , and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make a call. Making calls from the favourites list Select a contact and tap to add the contact to the favourite contacts list. Open the Favourites...

Phone & contacts 84 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. Missed calls If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view the list of mi...

Phone & contacts 85 During a video call Tap the screen to use the following options: • Switch : Switch between the front and rear cameras. • Mute : Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. • End call : End the current call. Video calling with dual camera mode will be prov...

Phone & contacts 86 3 Enter contact information. • : Add an image. • / : Add or delete a contact field. 4 Tap Save . To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, tap Keypad , enter the number, and then tap Add to Contacts . To add a phone number to the contacts list from received ...

Messages & email 88 Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact. You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming. 1 Tap Messages on the All apps screen. 2 On the messages list, select a contact. 3 View your conversation. In the message detai...

Messages & email 89 Sending emails 1 Tap Email on the All apps screen. 2 Tap at the bottom of the screen to compose a message. 3 Add recipients and enter a message. 4 Tap to send the message. Reading emails 1 Tap Email on the All apps screen. 2 On the messages list, tap a message to read.

90 Camera & gallery Camera An introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings. Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos. View your photos and videos in Gallery . Tap Camera on the All apps screen. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or record videos of ot...

Camera & gallery 92 Selfie Automatically taking self-portraits When you are taking photos with the front camera, place your finger on the sensor or use voice commands to automatically take a photo without tapping the shutter button. 1 Tap Camera on the All apps screen. 2 Tap to switch to the fro...

Camera & gallery 93 Wide selfie Take a wide self-portrait to include more people in the photo and avoid leaving people out. 1 Tap Camera on the All apps screen. 2 Tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. 3 Tap MODE → Wide selfie . 4 Face the front camera lens. 5 Place your finger on...

Camera & gallery 94 HDR (Rich tone) Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas. 1 Tap Camera on the All apps screen. 2 Tap to switch to the rear camera. 3 Tap on the preview screen.The icon will change to . 4 Tap to take a photo. Without effect With effect ...

Camera & gallery 95 Rear-cam selfie Use this mode to take self-portraits using the rear camera. 1 On the preview screen, tap MODE → Rear-cam selfie . 2 Drag or adjust the frame to set the face detection area. 3 Compose your shot with the rear camera lens facing you. 4 Listen to the beeps to guid...

Camera & gallery 97 Downloading modes Download more shooting modes from GALAXY Apps . On the preview screen, tap MODE → Download . • To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips: – Move the camera slowly in one direction. – Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfind...

Camera & gallery 100 Viewing content stored in other devices Search for content stored in other devices and view it on your device. Accessing content stored in Samsung Link devices To use this feature, sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Registering Samsung accounts for more information.On...

Camera & gallery 101 Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image or a video and tap at the top of the screen. Deleting multiple images and videos 1 On the Gallery main screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete.Alternatively, tap → Select . 2 Tick the images or...

102 Safety assistance Emergency mode Emergency mode changes the screen to grey tones to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. Activating emergency mode 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Safety assistance → Emergency mode and tap the Emergency mode switch to a...

Safety assistance 103 Deactivating emergency mode To deactivate emergency mode, tap → Disable Emergency mode → Disable . Alternatively, press and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode → Disable . Send help messages In an emergency situation, quickly press the Power key three times. The dev...

104 Useful apps Car mode An introduction Use this mode to control the device while you are driving. You can listen to messages and music by using voice commands and without touching the device. Do not look at the screen or perform functions with your hands while driving. • Navigation maps, your curr...

Useful apps 105 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.When the Bluetooth permission request window appears, tap Yes to allow a vehicle to search for your device and connect them via Bluetooth. • Before registering your vehicle, start the vehicle and turn on the radio. • While you...

Useful apps 106 Using the navigation feature Select a location precisely by tapping and holding your finger on the map. Or, use a voice command to navigate to a destination. 1 Open the quick settings panel and tap Car mode to activate it. 2 On the car mode main screen, say “Hi Galaxy.” 3 Say “Naviga...

Useful apps 107 Managing the search history Your past searches are saved automatically. To delete a search history item, tap next to an item.To set the device to not save the search history, tap → Settings , and deselect Use search history . S Planner An introduction Manage your schedule by entering...

Useful apps 108 Enter a title. Attach a map showing the location of the event. Set a reminder for the event. Add more details. Select a calendar to use or sync with. Select an item. Set a start and end date for the event. 4 Tap Save to save the event or task. Syncing events and tasks with your accou...

Useful apps 109 S Health An introduction S Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. Starting S Health When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow th...

Useful apps 110 Additional information • The purpose for such data collection is limited to providing the service that you have requested, including providing additional information to enhance your wellness, back up/sync data, data analysis and statistics or to develop and provide better services. (...

Useful apps 111 S Voice An introduction Perform various tasks simply by speaking. Starting S Voice 1 Tap S Voice on the All apps screen. Alternatively, press the Home key twice. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete...

Useful apps 112 Tips for better voice recognition • Speak clearly. • Speak in quiet places. • Do not use offensive or slang words. • Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak. Wakin...

Useful apps 114 Playing music stored in other devices Search for music stored in other devices and play it on your device.Tap Music on the All apps screen. Accessing music stored in Samsung Link devices To use this feature, sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Registering Samsung accounts for m...

Useful apps 116 Playing videos stored in other devices Search for videos stored in other devices and play them on your device.Tap Video on the All apps screen. Accessing videos stored in Samsung Link devices To use this feature, sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Registering Samsung accounts ...

Useful apps 119 Changing the recording mode Tap to select a mode from the list. • Normal : This is the normal recording mode. • Interview : The microphone is sensitive to sounds from two directions. In this mode, both the top and the bottom of the device pick up equal amounts of sound. Voice memos r...

Useful apps 120 Clock An introduction Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a specific duration. Alarm On the All apps screen, tap Clock → Alarm . Setting alarms 1 Tap . 2 Set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, and then ...

Useful apps 121 World clock On the All apps screen, tap Clock → World clock . Creating clocks Tap and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list or globe.To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap . Deleting clocks Tap → Select , select clocks, and then tap . Stopwatch 1 O...

Useful apps 122 Calculator An introduction Perform simple or complex calculations. Using the calculator Tap Calculator on the All apps screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen rotation is disabled, tap → Scientific calculator . To see the cal...

Useful apps 123 Flipboard Use this app to view live social network updates and news in a personalised magazine format.Tap Flipboard on the All apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. When you launch this app for the first time or restart it after perfo...

Useful apps 124 Starting Smart Remote 1 Tap Smart Remote on the All apps screen. 2 Tap Select country or region and select a country, region, and broadcast service. 3 Tap Personalise , tick your favourite genres and sports, and then tap Next . 4 Tap Age or Gender to set your profile, and then tap Do...

Useful apps 125 4 Tap to change the channel or the volume.The remote control panel appears on the screen. Turn the TV on or off. TV control menus Additional functions Access additional options. Setting programme reminders 1 Select a TV programme that is currently not broadcasting. 2 Tap REMIND ME to...

Useful apps 126 Composing notes You can create a note using images, voice recordings, and other attachments.On the Evernote main screen, tap New note . While composing a note, use the following options: • : Set a reminder to the note. • : Attach files or use additional options. • : Take a photo and ...

Useful apps 127 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Setting up accounts for more information. To view more app information, open the each app’s main screen and tap → Help . Some apps may not be a...

129 Connecting with other devices Quick Connect An introduction Automatically search for nearby devices and quickly connect to them. • When connecting to a device that does not support the Quick connect feature, ensure that Wi-Fi Direct or the Bluetooth feature is activated. • Connection methods may...

Connecting with other devices 130 Re-searching for devices If the desired device does not appear in the list, search for the device.Tap and select the device from the list of detected devices. Deactivating the Quick connect feature To deactivate the Quick connect feature, drag downwards from the top...

Connecting with other devices 131 Bluetooth An introduction 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 w...

Connecting with other devices 132 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. Sending an image 1 Tap Gallery on...

Connecting with other devices 134 Receiving an image When another device sends you an image, accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request. If the devices are already connected, the image will be received on your device without the connection request procedure. The received image is saved in the Downlo...

Connecting with other devices 135 2 Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag.The information from the tag appears. Ensure that the device’s screen is unlocked. Otherwise, the device will not read NFC tags or receive data. Making a purchase with the NFC feature Before you...

Connecting with other devices 136 Sending data Allow data exchange when your device’s NFC antenna touches the other device’s NFC antenna. 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → NFC and sharing → NFC , and then tap the NFC switch to activate it.Alternatively, open the quick settings panel and tap N...

Connecting with other devices 138 Viewing content on a TV Before you connect a TV to your device, connect the TV and the screen mirroring-enabled device. To set up the connection, refer to the device’s user manual. The following actions are an example of viewing content on a TV connected via an AllS...

Connecting with other devices 139 MirrorLink An introduction Connect your device to a vehicle to control your device’s MirrorLink apps on the vehicle’s head unit monitor. Your device is compatible with vehicles that support MirrorLink version 1.1 or higher. Connecting your device to a vehicle via Mi...

Connecting with other devices 140 Mobile printing An introduction Connect the device to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents. Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to...

141 Device & data manager Updating the device The device can be updated to the latest software. Updating over the air The device can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → About device → Software updates → Upd...

Device & data manager 142 Transferring files between the device and a computer Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa. Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or device...

Device & data manager 143 Backing up and restoring data Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information to a backup account and access it later. You must sign in to your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data. U...

144 Settings An introduction Customise settings for a wide range of functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options. Configuring settings Tap Settings on the All apps screen to access the Settings screen. To search for settings by entering keywor...

Settings 145 NETWORK CONNECTIONS Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. Your device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN can be operated in the EU without restriction indo...

Settings 146 Using Smart network switch Use this feature to maintain a stable network connection when you browse webpages, download content, and more.On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi , and then tick Smart network switch . The device automatically switches from a Wi-Fi network to a mobile network wh...

Settings 147 • USB tethering : Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer. • Bluetooth tethering : Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection w...

Settings 148 Location Change settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Location , and then tap the Location switch to activate it. • Mode : Select a method to collect your location data. • RECENT LOCATION REQUESTS : View which apps request your current location inform...

Settings 149 More networks Customise settings to control networks.On the Settings screen, tap More networks . • Download booster : Set the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi signal will provide a faster download speed. • ...

Settings 150 • Vibration intensity : Adjust the force of the vibration notification. • Ringtones : Add or select a ringtone for incoming calls. • Vibrations : Add or select a vibration pattern. • Notifications : Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages. • Vibrate when ringing : Set th...

Settings 151 • Auto adjust screen tone : Set the device to save power by adjusting the brightness of the display. • Daydream : Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging or connected to a desktop dock. • LED indicator : Set the device to turn the LED indicator on or off. • To...

Settings 154 PERSONALISATION Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with.On the Settings screen, tap Accounts . Cloud Change sync, backup, and restore settings for your Samsung and Dropbox accounts.On the Settings screen, tap Cloud . Backup and reset Change the set...

Settings 155 Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in blocking mode.On the Settings screen, tap Blocking mode , and then tap the Blocking mode switch to activate it. Private mode Set the device to prevent others from ...

Settings 156 SYSTEM Language and input Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the selected language.On the Settings screen, tap Language and input . • Language : Select a display language for all menus and apps. • Default : Select a default keyboard type f...

Settings 157 • Set date : Set the current date manually. • Set time : Set the current time manually. • Automatic time zone : Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones. • Select time zone : Set the home time zone. • Use 24-hour format : Display t...

Settings 158 Power saving Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. Refer to Power saving feature for more information. On the Settings screen, tap Power saving . • Power saving mode : Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power- saving mode. • Ultra ...

Settings 159 Security Change settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.On the Settings screen, tap Security . • Device administrators : View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. • Unknown sources : Set...

Settings 160 • Send security reports : Set the device to automatically send the updated security reports to Samsung. • Storage type : Set a storage type for credential files. • Trusted credentials : Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various apps. • Install from device storage ...

161 Accessibility About Accessibility Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility . Using the Home key to open accessibility menus You can access the fol...

Accessibility 162 3 Tap OK . The device will start voice feedback. Some features are not available while you are using TalkBack. Deactivating TalkBack 1 On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Vision → TalkBack . 2 Tap the TalkBack switch and tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly. ...

Accessibility 163 • Unlocking the screen: Swipe in any direction within the locked screen area using two fingers. • Opening the notification panel: Drag the top of the screen downwards using two fingers. • Opening the quick settings panel: Drag the top of the screen downwards using three fingers. Yo...

Accessibility 164 Pausing TalkBack Open the global contextual menu by dragging your finger downwards and then to the right on the screen without releasing it. When you select Pause feedback at the top left of the screen, TalkBack pauses. Adding and managing image labels You can assign labels to imag...

Accessibility 165 • Speak caller ID : Set the device to read the caller’s name aloud when you have an incoming call. • Vibration feedback : Set the device to vibrate when you explore the screen. • Sound feedback : Set the device to emit a sound when you control the screen, such as scrolling the scre...

Accessibility 166 Reading passwords aloud Set the device to read the password aloud when you enter the password while TalkBack is activated.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Vision , and then tick Speak passwords . Setting text-to-speech features Change the settings for text-to-...

Accessibility 167 Entering additional characters Tap and hold a key on the keyboard to enter additional characters available for the key. A pop-up window appears above the key showing available characters. To select a character, drag your finger on the pop-up window until you hear the character you ...

Accessibility 168 Hover zoom Use this feature to magnify content shown on the screen by hovering a pen over it.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Vision → Hover zoom , and then tap the Hover zoom switch to activate it. Drag the zoom percentage bar to the left or right or tap Magn...

Accessibility 169 Hearing Setting flash notification Set the flash to blink when you have incoming calls, new messages, or notifications.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Hearing , and then tick Flash notification . Turning off all sounds Set the device to mute all device sounds...

Accessibility 170 Mono audio Mono output combines stereo sound into one signal that is played through all headset speakers. Use this if you have a hearing impairment or if a single earbud is more convenient.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Hearing , and then tick Mono audio . S...

Accessibility 171 Changing the alert settings Tap → Settings to use the following options: • Vibration intensity : Adjust the force of the vibration notification. • Vibrations : Change the vibration pattern. • Flash notification : Set the flash to blink when detecting sound. Auto haptic When the aut...

Accessibility 172 Accessing assistive menus The assistive shortcut icon appears as a floating icon for easy 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 up or down arrow to move t...

Accessibility 173 Turning on the screen with the air gesture feature Use the air gesture feature to turn on the screen by moving your hand above the sensor at the top of the device. You can turn on the screen without pressing a key. When you use this feature, place the device on a flat surface or ho...

Accessibility 174 Answering or ending calls Change the method of answering or ending calls.On the All apps screen, tap Settings → Accessibility → Answering and ending calls . Select the desired method. Using single tap mode When an alarm sounds or a call comes in, tap the button to stop the alarm or...

175 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 device lock f...

Troubleshooting 176 The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly • If you attach a protective cover 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 scree...

Troubleshooting 178 Your device is hot to the touch When you use apps that require more power or use apps on your device for an extended period of time, your device may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not affect your device’s lifespan or performance. Error messages appear when launc...

Troubleshooting 179 • Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly. • Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service provider or providers of additional services. Some content cir...

Troubleshooting 180 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 outsid...