Samsung SM-N950F/DS - User Manual

Basics 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 : notes, usage tips, or additional information Device overheating situations and solutions When the device heats up wh...

Basics 7 When the device heats up during use When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods, your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any running apps and do not use the device for a while. The following are examples of s...

Basics 8 Do the following when the device heats up: • Keep the device updated with the latest software. • Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them. • Close apps that increase battery co...

Basics 9 Precautions for operating environment Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire. • Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures. • Do not expose...

Basics 10 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 c...

Basics 11 Device layout Front camera Iris recognition camera Speaker Edge screen S Pen Power key Touchscreen Edge screen LED indicator Volume key Bixby key Proximity/Light sensor Iris recognition LED Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C)

Basics 13 Hard keys Bixby key Power key Volume key Key Function Power • Press and hold to turn the device on or off. • Press to turn on or lock the screen. Bixby • Press to open Bixby Home. Refer to Bixby for more information. • Press and hold to launch Bixby Voice. Refer to Bixby Voice for more inf...

Basics 14 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 the Air view feature. S Pen button • Hover the S Pen over the scree...

Basics 15 Detaching the S Pen Press the end of the S Pen to disengage it. Then, pull the S Pen from the slot. To store the S Pen, reinsert it into the slot and push it until it clicks into place. 2 1 Replacing the S Pen nib If the nib is dull, replace it with a new one. 1 Firmly hold the nib with th...

Basics 17 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 chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device. Connecting the...

Basics 18 3 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket. 4 After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the device. Then, unplug the charger from the electric socket. Charging with a Micro USB cable Connect the Micro USB connector to charge the battery with a Micro USB cable. Do not plug...

Basics 19 Charging other devices Use the USB connector (USB Type-C) to charge another mobile device with your device’s battery.Plug the USB connector (USB Type-C) into your device’s multipurpose jack, and connect your device and the other device via the other device’s USB cable.When charging starts,...

Basics 20 • Close unnecessary apps. • Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use. • Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use. • Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced. • Decrease the backlight time. • Decrease the screen brightness. Battery charging tips and precautions • W...

Basics 21 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. While charging t...

Basics 22 Charging the battery 1 Place the centre of the device’s back on the centre of the wireless charger.The estimated charging time will appear on the screen. The actual charging time may vary depending on the charging conditions. 2 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless ...

Basics 23 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card) Installing the SIM or USIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.For dual SIM models, you can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device. In some areas...

Basics 26 Correct card installation ► Single SIM models : microSD card Nano-SIM card ► Dual SIM models : Nano-SIM card 1 Nano-SIM card 2 Nano-SIM card microSD card • Use only a nano-SIM card. • You cannot insert a nano-SIM card and a microSD card in tray 2 at the same time.

Basics 27 Removing the SIM or USIM card 1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. 2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. 3 Remove the SIM or USIM card. 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot. Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models) If you insert two SI...

Basics 28 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 30 3 Place a memory card on the tray 2 with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. Tray 2 Tray 1 4 Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it. If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may leave or fall out of the tray. 5 Insert the tray back into the t...

Basics 31 3 Remove the memory card. 4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot. Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause d...

Basics 32 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 Power key,...

Basics 33 Emergency mode You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more. Activating emergenc...

Basics 34 2 Select your preferred device language and select . Select a language. 3 Select a Wi-Fi network and connect to it. If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device features during the initial setup. 4 Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and tap A...

Basics 36 Samsung account Introduction 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. Once your Samsung account has been registered, you can keep your data up to date and secure acro...

Basics 37 3 Enter your email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN . If you forget your account information, tap Find ID or Reset password . You can find your account information when you enter the required information. 4 Read and agree to the terms and conditions and tap AGREE . 5 Tap DONE to ...

Basics 38 Smart Switch Transfer data between mobile devices via Smart Switch. To use Smart Switch, launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts → Smart Switch . If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Apps or Play Store . Transferring data using a USB connector (USB Type-C) You can...

Basics 39 3 When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap Smart Switch → RECEIVE . 4 In the previous device, tap ALLOW . If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Apps or Play Store . Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear. 5 Foll...

Basics 40 4 On the previous device, tap WIRELESS → SEND → CONNECT . 5 On your device, tap WIRELESS → RECEIVE and select the previous device type. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device. Transferring backup data from a computer Transfer data between your device...

Basics 41 Viewing imported data You can view the imported data on the same app from your previous device.If your new device does not have the same apps to view or play the imported data, the data will be saved to a similar app. For example, if you import memos and your device does not have the Memo ...

Basics 42 Restoring data 1 On your new device, launch the Settings app and tap Cloud and accounts → Samsung Cloud . 2 Select your previous device under BACKUP AND RESTORE and tap Restore data . 3 Tick the data types you want to restore and tap RESTORE . Syncing data You can sync data saved in your d...

Basics 43 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 44 Tapping and holding Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds. Dragging Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap the screen.

Basics 45 Swiping Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right. Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.

Basics 46 Navigation bar (soft buttons) When you turn on the device, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents button, Home button, and Back button by default. The functions of the buttons can change according to the app c...

Basics 47 Turning on the screen using the Home button Hard press the Home button or the Home button area to turn on the screen.On the Always On Display, you can also turn on the screen by double-tapping the Home button. Do not hard press the Home button or the Home button area with the S Pen. The pe...

Basics 48 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 49 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 50 Moving items Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen, and then drag it to the top of the screen. A shortcut to the ...

Basics 51 • Deleting a folder Tap and hold a folder, and then tap Delete folder . Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen. Editing the Home screen On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the editing opti...

Basics 52 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 53 Icon Meaning Alarm activatedMute 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 ...

Basics 54 Changing the screen lock method To change the screen lock method, launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen and security → Screen lock type , and then select a method. When you set a pattern, PIN, password, face, fingerprint, or iris for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal...

Basics 55 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. Capturing a screenshot Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. Captured screenshots will be saved in Gall...

Basics 56 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 57 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 58 Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more. • When the keyboard is opened for the first time, the keyboard setup screen will appear. Set the language, keyboard type, and keyboard settings and then tap START . ...

Basics 59 Changing the keyboard layout Tap → Languages and types , select a language, and then select a keyboard layout to use. On 3x4 keyboard , a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears. Additional keyboard fu...

Basics 60 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...

61 Apps and features Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices.Open the Samsung folder and launch the Galaxy Apps app. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Instal...

Apps and features 62 Managing apps Uninstalling apps and using app sleep mode 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. Enabling apps Launch the Settings app, tap Apps → → D...

Apps and features 63 S Pen features Air command Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used apps.To open the Air command panel, detach the S Pen from the slot or hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button. You can also tap the Air command ic...

Apps and features 65 Air command icon When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon with the S Pen.To move the icon, drag to a new location.To remove the icon, drag to Remove at the top of the screen. If t...

Apps and features 66 Smart select Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or saving. You can also select an area from a video and capture it as a GIF animation. 1 When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open the Air command panel and tap Sm...

Apps and features 67 Capturing an area from a video While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF animation. 1 When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air command panel and tap Smart select . 2 On the toolbar, tap Animation . 3 Adjust the position an...

Apps and features 68 Screen write Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured image. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps. 1 When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and tap Screen write . The current screen ...

Apps and features 71 Translate Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate. The units included in the text will also be converted. • To use this feature, your device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • This feature does not support some languages. • This feature is available on...

Apps and features 72 Bixby Vision When you hover the S Pen over the content, the content is recognised and available search icons will appear. Use the features to search for similar images, locations, or wine information, detect and translate text, and more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more informatio...

Apps and features 73 Magnify Hover the S Pen over an area of the screen to enlarge it.Open the Air command panel, tap Magnify , and hover the S Pen over the area you want to enlarge. Close the magnifier. Change the magnification ratio. Change the size of the magnifier.

Apps and features 74 Glance Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full screen view.For example, launch a map app, open the Air command panel, and then tap Glance . The app will be reduced to a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen. While browsing webp...

Apps and features 75 Colouring You can colour images provided by PENUP. Using the various colours, add your own colours to images.Open the Air command panel, tap Colouring , select an image, and then start colouring the image. When you are finished, save the image to Gallery or post it to PENUP.

Apps and features 76 Air view Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a pop-up window.In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window. Action buttons If this feature is not activated, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features → S...

Apps and features 77 Screen off memo You can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it. You can also pin or edit a memo on the Always On Display. If this feature is not activated, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features → S Pen , and then tap the Screen off memo swit...

Apps and features 78 Viewing the pinned memo on the Always On Display When you pin a screen off memo, you can view the memo on the Always On Display.To edit the pinned memo, double-tap the memo. If you pin the edited memo on the Always On Display again, the original memo will be saved to Samsung Not...

Apps and features 79 Bixby Introduction Bixby is a new interface that can communicate with you and it provides services that help you to use your smartphone more conveniently. • Bixby Home : You can view recommended services and information that Bixby provides by analysing your usage patterns and yo...

Apps and features 81 Starting Bixby When you launch Bixby for the first time, the Bixby intro page will appear. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account according to the on-screen instructions and agree to the terms and conditions. 1 Press the Bixby key. Bixby key 2 Check the Bixby intr...

Apps and features 82 Bixby Home On the Bixby Home screen, you can view recommended services and information that Bixby provides by analysing your usage patterns and your routine. Opening Bixby Home 1 Press the Bixby key. Alternatively, swipe to the right on the Home screen.The Bixby Home screen will...

Apps and features 83 Using recommended content on Bixby Home When you open Bixby Home, you can view the content that is frequently updated as Bixby cards. Swipe upwards or downwards to view the Bixby cards.For example, on the way to the office in the morning, you can view your day’s schedule and pla...

Apps and features 84 Viewing Bixby cards The cards that are most useful to you will be shown on the top based on the time and location. You can view more cards by setting more apps to show as Bixby cards.On the Bixby Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to view Bixby cards. • At night, Bixby Home...

Apps and features 85 Bixby Voice Bixby Voice is a voice service that helps you use the device more conveniently.You can talk to Bixby Voice or type text. Bixby Voice will launch a function you request or show the information you want. It also learns your usage patterns and environments. The more it ...

Apps and features 86 When you tap FULL SCREEN , the Bixby Voice full screen will appear. On the Bixby Voice full screen, you can use the following features. Bixby Voice icon Suggested commands Search commands. Adjust the volume of voice feedback. Share the current screen. Bixby Voice settings View y...

Apps and features 87 Using Bixby Voice When you say what you want to Bixby Voice, Bixby Voice will display your speech as on-screen text and launch corresponding functions or show the information you requested.For example, if you say “Send okay to Jenny”, then your message and the contact saved as J...

Apps and features 88 Status icons The Bixby Voice icon will change according to Bixby Voice’s current status as follow: Bixby Voice is listening. Say your request. Bixby Voice is processing your request. Bixby Voice is answering your request. Bixby Voice is on standby. To talk to Bixby Voice, tap th...

Apps and features 89 Viewing supported apps and commands To view Bixby Voice supported apps and various ways to use Bixby Voice, press and hold the Bixby key and tap FULL SCREEN → → Voice apps and services . You can view the suggested commands of how to use each app. To use an app, say the suggested...

Apps and features 90 Bixby Voice usages Launching apps or functions Launch apps or functions quickly using Bixby Voice.Say your request including the app or feature name to help Bixby Voice execute your request more accurately. 1 Press and hold the Bixby key, say “Call mom” to Bixby Voice, and then ...

Apps and features 91 Checking the weather or your schedule Check the weather or your schedule on the Bixby Voice screen.Press and hold the Bixby key, say “Show me today’s weather” to Bixby Voice, and then release your finger from the Bixby key.The weather information will appear on the Bixby Voice s...

Apps and features 92 Using quick commands You can add quick commands for your frequently used commands so that you can say commands more quickly and easily. You can also launch multiple commands together by adding them to a quick command. Adding recommended quick commands On the Bixby Home screen, t...

Apps and features 93 5 Select a command that Bixby Voice will perform.If the command contains information to edit, such as time or a name, you can edit them by tapping .To add additional commands, tap Add another command . 6 Tap SAVE . Launching commands using quick commands Press and hold the Bixby...

Apps and features 94 Additional Bixby Voice functions Checking supported languages Bixby Voice is only available in some languages, and certain features may not be available depending on your region. To see the list of supported languages, press and hold the Bixby key and tap FULL SCREEN → → Languag...

Apps and features 95 Waking up Bixby Voice while using the speaker You can wake up Bixby Voice by saying “Hi Bixby” even when the speaker plays alarms, ringtone, or media.Press and hold the Bixby key, tap FULL SCREEN → → Voice wake-up , and then tap the Use when phone speaker playing switch to activ...

Apps and features 97 Launching Bixby Vision You can launch Bixby Vision using various methods. • In the Camera app, 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 . • Open the Air command panel and tap Bixby Vision...

Apps and features 98 Searching for shopping information Recognise products and search for information online. You can search for information even when you do not know the product’s name. You can also search for information by recognising the product’s barcode.For example, if you want to search for t...

Apps and features 99 Detecting and translating text Detect text in an image to share or translate it.For example, if you want to know what a sign says while travelling abroad, use the Bixby Vision features. The device will detect the sign’s text and translate it into the language you select. 1 Point...

Apps and features 100 Setting languages for text detection 1 Activate Bixby Vision. 2 Tap → Settings → Select languages . 3 Select Documents or Business cards , check languages to use, and then tap DONE . To set Bixby Vision to automatically detect languages, tap the Auto detect language switch to a...

Apps and features 101 Searching for nearby places Search for landmarks or information about nearby places. You can use this feature when you find a way or search for nearby places.For example, if you want to search for cafes in your current area, use the Bixby Vision features. The device will search...

Apps and features 102 Searching for wine information Detect the information from a wine label and search for information on the wine.For example, if you find your favourite wine or want to know more about a wine, use the Bixby Vision features. 1 Point the camera towards the desired image or object a...

Apps and features 103 Reminder Create reminders to schedule to-do items or to view content later. You will receive notifications at the preset time or location for each reminder. • To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network. • To fully use this feature, you must reg...

Apps and features 104 3 Make sure the Add Reminder on Home screen option is ticked and tap START . If you add the Reminder app icon ( ) to the Home screen, you can launch the Reminder app from the Home screen. Creating reminders Create reminders with various methods. Reminder will alert you if you c...

Apps and features 105 Creating reminders from Bixby Home On the Bixby Home screen, tap UPCOMING REMINDERS on the Reminder card. Enter information, set the time or the location condition, and then save the reminder. Creating reminders with Bixby Voice Press and hold the Bixby key, say what you want t...

Apps and features 106 Viewing the reminders list Launch the Reminder app to view your reminders list. To view reminder details, select a reminder. Setting reminder details Add or edit reminder details, such as frequency, date and time, or location. 1 Select a reminder to edit and tap EDIT . Alternat...

Apps and features 107 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 . When a notification pop-up window appears, tap COMPLETE . Restoring reminders Restore reminders that have been completed. 1 On the ...

Apps and features 110 Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls. Making calls 1 Launch the Phone app and enter a phone number. If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. 2 Tap to make a voice call, or tap to make a video call. For dual SIM models, tap or to ma...

Apps and features 111 Making calls from call logs or contacts list 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 , and then tap the Swipe to call or send messages swit...

Apps and features 112 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 rejection message bar upwards. You can send a text message or a...

Apps and features 113 Options during calls If the area around the rear camera is covered, unwanted noises may incur during a call. Remove accessories, such as a screen protector or stickers, around the rear camera area. During a voice call The following actions are available: • : Access additional o...

Apps and features 114 Adding a phone number to Contact Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad 1 Launch the Phone app. 2 Enter the number.If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap to open the keypad. 3 Tap CREATE CONTACT to create a new contact, or tap UPDATE EXISTING to add the num...

Apps and features 115 Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device. Adding contacts Creating a new contact 1 Launch the Contacts app, tap , and then select a storage location. 2 Enter contact information. Select a storage location. Add an image. Open more information fi...

Apps and features 116 Importing contacts Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device. 1 Launch the Contacts app and tap → Manage contacts → Import/Export contacts → IMPORT . 2 Select a storage location to import contacts from. 3 Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap DONE...

Apps and features 117 Tap the contact’s image, or tap the contact’s name → Details . 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 vari...

Apps and features 118 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 . 2 Enter a group name.To set a group ringtone, tap Group ringtone and select a ringtone. 3 Tap Add member , select contacts to add to ...

Apps and features 120 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. 3 View your conversation.To reply to ...

Apps and features 121 Internet Introduction Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently. Browsing webpages 1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Internet app. 2 Tap the address field. 3 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then...

Apps and features 122 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 fingerprint or irises. Activating secret mode In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap Tabs → TURN ON SECRET MODE . If yo...

Apps and features 123 Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. 1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Email app. 2 Enter the email address and password, and then tap SIGN IN . To manually register an email account, tap MANUAL SETUP . 3 Follow t...

Apps and features 124 Camera Introduction The dual camera’s 2x optical zoom and the Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) feature allow you to take clear and steady photos. When you use the Live focus feature, you can take an out-of-focus photo with the focus on the subject. Moreover, the Dual capt...

Apps and features 125 Launching Camera Use the following methods to launch Camera: • Launch the Camera app. • Press the Power key twice quickly. • On the locked screen, drag outside the circle. • Some methods may not be available depending on the region or service provider. • Some camera features ar...

Apps and features 126 Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos 1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. 2 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video. To take a series of photos, tap and hold . Camera settings Switch between the front and rear cameras. Options fo...

Apps and features 127 • The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • The camera automatically shuts off when unused. • Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in some modes that require high r...

Apps and features 129 Using the focus and exposure features Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE) You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE fr...

Apps and features 130 LIVE FOCUS The dual camera allows you to take shallow focus photos where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly. Moreover, the Dual capture feature allows you to take a close-up photo zoomed in on the subject and a wide angle photo with a broader backgroun...

Apps and features 131 The background blur may not be applied properly in the following conditions: • The device or the subject is moving. • The subject is thin or transparent. • The subject has a similar colour or pattern to the background. • The subject or background is plain. Editing the backgroun...

Apps and features 132 Taking the hidden background with the Dual capture feature With one shot, you can capture both a close-up photo and a wide angle photo with a broader background. You can view the background scenery which was hidden on the preview screen. This feature is available only when you ...

Apps and features 133 Viewing dual captured photos Select a photo taken with the Dual capture feature. To view the wide angle photo with a broader background, tap WIDE ANGLE . To view the close-up photo zoomed in on the subject, tap CLOSE-UP . View the wide angle photo. View the close-up photo.

Apps and features 134 More fun with live stickers Capture photos and videos with various live stickers. As you move your face, stickers will track with your movements. You can also record a lovely and funny sticker that keeps moving in a video. 1 On the preview screen, tap STICKERS . 2 Tap or and se...

Apps and features 135 Using shooting modes On the preview screen, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list.Select a shooting mode you want. • You can add shortcuts to frequently used shooting modes on the Home screen. On the shooting modes list, tap → Add shortcut on home screen . • You ca...

Apps and features 136 • : Change the focus mode. Drag the adjustment bar towards or to manually adjust the focus. To switch to auto focus mode, tap MANUAL . • : Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. You can set the colour temperature. Tap and drag your fing...

Apps and features 137 Taking a motion panorama You can take and view a panorama with motion. When taking motion panoramas, sound will not be recorded. 1 On the panorama preview screen, make sure the motion feature is activated ( ) and take a motion panorama. 2 On the preview screen, tap the preview ...

Apps and features 138 Hyperlapse mode Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion videos. 1 On the shooting modes list, tap 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 accord...

Apps and features 139 3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone. 4 Tap to take a photo. Virtual shot mode Take a series of photos while circling a subject to create a view of the subject from multi angles. You can view the subject from different angles by dragging your finger left ...

Apps and features 140 Selfie mode Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen. 1 On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front camera for self-portraits. 2 On the shooting modes list, tap Selfie . 3 Face the front...

Apps and features 141 Applying beauty effects You can apply the spotlight effect or modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits. This feature is available only in Selfie mode. 1 On the preview screen, tap . 2 Select the options below to apply beauty eff...

Apps and features 142 4 When the device detects your face, tap the heart rate sensor on the back of the device to take a photo of yourself.Alternatively, show your palm to the front camera. After recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear. When the time is up, the device will take a photo....

Apps and features 143 Taking a wide self-portrait with motion You can take and view a wide self-portrait with motion. • When taking a wide self-portrait with motion, sound will not be recorded. • Depending on the shooting conditions, motion may not be saved. 1 On the wide selfie preview screen, make...

Apps and features 145 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 and which camera is being used. • : Turn on and off the full preview screen. • : Select a frame rate. • ...

Apps and features 146 Camera settings On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode. REAR CAMERA • Picture size : Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality photos, but they will take up more memory.Tap the ...

Apps and features 149 Viewing images and videos Viewing images 1 Launch the Gallery app and tap PICTURES . 2 Select an image. Access additional options. Apply a filter or effect. Add a sticker. Bixby Vision Delete the image. Share the image with others. Draw on the image. Modify the image. Add the i...

Apps and features 150 Viewing photos taken with the Dual capture feature View the close-up photo and the wide angle photo taken with the Dual capture feature.Launch the Gallery app, select a photo taken with the Dual capture feature, and then tap WIDE ANGLE or CLOSE-UP . Searching for images Launch ...

Apps and features 151 Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness, or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume.To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen. Using the Vid...

Apps and features 152 3 Tick images or videos to include in the story and tap DONE . 4 Enter a title for the story and tap CREATE . 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, ...

Apps and features 153 Always On Display You can always 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 or pin a screen off memo on the screen. • The brightness of the Always On Display may change automati...

Apps and features 154 Controlling music playback on the Always On Display You can control music playback on the Always On Display, without turning on the screen. 1 Launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen and security → Clock and FaceWidgets → FaceWidgets , and then tap the Music Controller switch t...

Apps and features 155 Edge screen Introduction You can quickly access your favourite apps, features, and contacts from various Edge panels. Using the Edge panels Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. Then, swipe to the left or right to switch between the Edge panels.If the Edg...

Apps and features 156 Editing the Edge panels Select panels to display on the Edge screen or edit them. 1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. 2 Tap to open the Edge panel settings screen. 3 Tick Edge panels to display.To edit a panel, tap EDIT . To download additional panels...

Apps and features 157 Editing the Apps edge panel • To add an app, tap on the panel and tap an app from the apps list. • To create a folder on the panel, tap on the panel, tap and hold an app from the apps list, and then drag it over another app on the Apps edge panel. Drop the app when a folder fra...

Apps and features 158 People edge Add favourite contacts to the People edge panel to quickly contact them and view notifications received from them. 1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. 2 Swipe to the left or right to open the People edge panel. Adding contacts to the Peopl...

Apps and features 159 Contacting people from the People edge panel Open the People edge panel and tap a contact. The communication buttons will appear on the screen. Tap the desired button to call or send a message to the contact. Edge lighting The edges of the screen light up when you receive notif...

Apps and features 160 Customising the edge lighting colour You can customise the colour, thickness, and transparency of the edge lighting as you want. 1 Launch the Settings app, tap Display → Edge screen → Edge lighting . 2 Tap Edge lighting style → Colour . 3 Tap the colour picker, select the colou...

Apps and features 161 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 162 Split screen view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps. 2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.The selected app will launch in the upper window. 3 In the lower window, swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch.To ...

Apps and features 163 Using additional options Tap the bar between the app windows to access additional options. Switch the selected window to a pop-up view. Close the app. Use the snap window feature. Add this app pair to the Home screen. Switch locations between app windows. Adjusting the window s...

Apps and features 164 Minimising the split screen view Press the Home button to minimise the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status bar. The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain active in the minimised split screen view.To close the minimised ...

Apps and features 165 3 Tap DONE . The selected app window will be pinned at the top of the screen. To unpin the window, drag the bar between the app windows. 4 In the lower window, swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch. Pop-up view 1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of r...

Apps and features 166 Samsung Pay Introduction Register frequently used cards to Samsung Pay, a mobile payment service, to make payments quickly and securely. Samsung Pay supports magnetic secure transmission (MST) as well as near field communication (NFC) to allow payment through standard credit ca...

Apps and features 167 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 168 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. 2 On the cards list, swipe to the left or right and select a card to use.

Apps and features 169 3 Scan your fingerprint or irises.Alternatively, enter the payment PIN you set when setting up the Samsung Pay. 4 Touch the back of your device to the card reader.When the card reader recognises the card information, the payment will be processed. • Payments may not be processe...

Apps and features 170 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 view the latest Galaxy news and tips. Samsung Members can help you solve any problems you might encounter whil...

Apps and features 172 Composing notes in handwriting mode On the note composer screen, tap Pen to write or draw with the S Pen. Pen mode Redo Easy writing pad Eraser mode Selection mode Undo Changing the pen settings When writing or drawing on the screen, tap to change the pen type, line thickness, ...

Apps and features 173 Using the eraser When you want to erase handwriting from a note, tap and select an area to erase. Alternatively, select an area while pressing and holding the S Pen button.To change the eraser type, tap once more. • Erase by line : Erase the line you select. • Erase by area : E...

Apps and features 174 Editing handwritten notes Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving, resizing, or transforming. 1 When there is handwriting on the note, tap . To change the shape of the selection, tap once more. 2 Tap or draw a line around the input to selec...

Apps and features 175 3 Edit the input using the available options. • Cut : Cut out the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and then tap Paste . • Copy : Copy the input. To paste it to another location, tap and hold the location, and then tap Paste . • Delete : Delete ...

Apps and features 176 Inserting images into a note On the note composer screen, tap → Image . Tap CAMERA → to take a photo, or tap GALLERY or OTHER to select an image. The image will be inserted into your note. Inserting voice recordings into a note On the note composer screen, tap → Voice to make a...

Apps and features 177 Deleting notes 1 Launch the Samsung Notes app, tap ALL or COLLECTIONS , and then select a category. 2 Tap and hold a note to delete.To delete multiple notes, tick more notes to delete. 3 Tap . PENUP Introduction PENUP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with t...

Apps and features 178 Posting your artwork Post your artwork created in Samsung Notes or other drawing apps to PENUP. 1 Open the Samsung folder, launch the PENUP app, and then tap . 2 To post artwork from Gallery , tap From Gallery , select your artwork to post, and then tap DONE . To post new artwo...

Apps and features 179 Viewing artwork Select a post you want to view. While viewing artwork, you can add comments or set it as a favourite. You can also download artwork or set one as your wallpaper. View the users who like the artwork. Set the artwork as a favourite. Post to my feed. View comments ...

Apps and features 180 Colouring images With the advanced S Pen and various colours, add your own colours to images. Tap COLOURING , select an image, and then tap START COLOURING . Start colouring.

Apps and features 181 Calendar Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks 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 c...

Apps and features 182 Creating tasks 1 Launch the Calendar app and tap VIEW → Tasks . 2 Tap and enter task details. 3 Tap SAVE to save the task. Syncing events and tasks with your accounts 1 Launch the Settings app, tap Cloud and accounts → Accounts , select the account to sync with. 2 Tap Sync acco...

Apps and features 183 Using Samsung Health You can view the key information from Samsung Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness and fitness. You can also compare your step count records with other Samsung Health users, compete with your friends, and view health tips.Open the Samsung fold...

Apps and features 184 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 Steps leaderboard . On the Samsung Health screen, tap TOGETHER . Steps The...

Apps and features 185 Heart rate Measure and record your heart rate. The heart rate tracker is intended for fitness and informational 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. Be aware o...

Apps and features 187 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 188 Voice Recorder Introduction Use different recording modes for various situations. The device can convert your voice to text and distinguish between sound sources. Making voice recordings 1 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Voice Recorder app. 2 Tap to start recording. Spea...

Apps and features 189 Changing the recording mode Open the Samsung folder and launch the Voice Recorder app. Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen. • STANDARD : This is the normal recording mode. • INTERVIEW : The microphone is sensitive to sounds from two directions. In this mode,...

Apps and features 190 My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud storage services.Open the Samsung folder and launch the My Files app. View files that are stored in each storage.To free up the device’s storage, tap → Get more space . To search ...

Apps and features 191 Deleting alarms Tap and hold an alarm, tick alarms to delete, and then tap DELETE . WORLD CLOCK Launch the Clock app and tap WORLD CLOCK . Creating clocks Tap , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap ADD . Deleting clocks Tap and hold a clock, tick cloc...

Apps and features 192 Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations.Launch the Calculator app. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Auto-rotate is disabled, tap to display the scientific calculator.To see the calculation history, tap HISTORY . To cl...

Apps and features 193 Using Game Launcher 1 Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features → Games , and then tap the Game Launcher switch to activate it. Game Launcher will be added to the Home screen or the Apps screen. When you deactivate the feature, Game Launcher will be removed from the Home s...

Apps and features 194 Using Game Tools You can use various options on the Game Tools panel while playing a game. To open the Game Tools panel, tap on the navigation bar. If the navigation bar is hidden, drag upwards from the bottom of the screen to show it. Lock the auto brightness adjustment featur...

Apps and features 195 Dual Messenger Install the second app and use two separate accounts for the same messenger app. 1 Launch the Settings app and 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 install...

Apps and features 196 Samsung Connect Introduction Connect to nearby devices, such as Bluetooth headsets or other smartphones, easily and quickly. You can also control and manage TVs, home appliances, and Internet of Things (IoT) products with your smartphone. • Connecting with nearby devices: Quick...

Apps and features 197 Open the Samsung folder and launch the Samsung Connect app. The dashboard will appear. Access additional options. Supported devices Manage automations. Samsung Connect tips User stories Dashboard Manage locations and devices. Search for and register nearby devices. Connecting t...

Apps and features 198 Using home appliances, TVs, and IoT products View the status of your smart appliances, TVs, and IoT products from your smartphone’s screen. You can group devices by location and add automations to control the devices easily and conveniently. Registering devices 1 Open the Samsu...

Apps and features 199 Adding locations 1 Tap ALL DEVICES → Add location . 2 Enter the location name.To set a location, tap Geolocation to select a location on the map and tap DONE . 3 Tap SAVE . Your location will be added. Adding devices to a location Select a location, tap ADD DEVICE , select a de...

Apps and features 200 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 201 Samsung DeX Samsung DeX is a service that allows you to use your smartphone like a computer by connecting the smartphone to an external display, such as a TV or monitor. You can use your smartphone’s features on a large screen conveniently by connecting an external display, key...

Apps and features 202 DeX Station device layout USB port Wired LAN port HDMI port Charger port (USB Type-C) Connecting devices 1 Connect the charger to the DeX Station’s charger port (USB Type-C). 2 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the DeX Station’s HDMI port, and plug the other end of the cable...

Apps and features 204 6 On your smartphone’s screen, select the screen mode you want to use. You can choose from Samsung DeX mode or screen mirroring mode. • START SAMSUNG DeX : Your smartphone’s screen will turn off and appear on the connected TV or monitor in Samsung DeX mode. • SWITCH TO SCREEN M...

Apps and features 205 Connecting a keyboard and mouse To use Samsung DeX mode, connect a keyboard and mouse to the DeX Station’s USB ports. When you connect a keyboard, the virtual keyboard will not appear when you select the text input field. You can also use a wireless keyboard/mouse or Bluetooth ...

Apps and features 206 Using Samsung DeX On the mode selection screen, tap START SAMSUNG DeX . Your smartphone’s screen will turn off and a virtual smartphone screen will appear on the connected TV or monitor. You can multitask by running multiple apps simultaneously. You can also check your smartpho...

Apps and features 207 Enjoying games vividly on a large screen You can play your smartphone’s games on a large screen and install recommended games. On the connected TV or monitor, launch the Game Launcher app. Answering calls While using Samsung DeX, you can answer calls from your smartphone on the...

Apps and features 208 Connecting to an external display You can connect your smartphone to an external display, such as a TV or monitor, and view presentations or movies on the connected display. Connect your smartphone to an external display using an HDMI cable and HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI)...

Apps and features 209 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps.To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or...

Apps and features 210 YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others. Photos Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place. Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device. Duo Make a simple video call.

211 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 Search or . Connections Options Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi ...

Settings 213 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Wi-Fi , and then tap the switch to activate it. 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. Enter the password and tap CONNECT . • Once the device conn...

Settings 214 Sending and receiving data You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other 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 → Wi-Fi Direct and select a device to transfer the image to...

Settings 215 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 217 4 Tap next to the connected device and tap the Media audio switch to activate it. 5 Select another device from the list and activate its Media audio feature. Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth . The device displays the paired devices in the...

Settings 218 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 219 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 220 4 When Touch to beam. appears on the screen, tap your device’s screen to send the item. If both devices try to send data simultaneously, the file transfer may fail. Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other de...

Settings 221 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 222 More connection settings Customise settings to control other 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 installed o...

Settings 223 4 Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it.The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device. 5 Select a printer to add. To add printers manually, tap → Add printer . Printing content While viewing content, such as images or...

Settings 224 Ending the MirrorLink connection Unplug the USB cable from your device and the vehicle. 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.On the Settings ...

Settings 225 Sounds and vibration 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 incoming ...

Settings 226 Notifications Change the notification settings for each app.On the Settings screen, tap Notifications . To display icon badges, tap the App icon badges switch to activate it. To customise the settings, tap App icon badges . To customise notification settings, tap ADVANCED and select an ...

Settings 227 • Icon frames : Set whether to display shaded backgrounds to make icons stand out. • Edge screen : Change the settings for the Edge screen. Refer to Edge screen for more information. • LED indicator : Set the device to turn on the LED indicator when you charge the battery, when you have...

Settings 228 3 To set the schedule to apply the blue light filter to the screen, tap the Turn on as scheduled switch to activate it and select an option. • Sunset to sunrise : Set the device to apply the blue light filter at night and turn it off in the morning, based on your current location. • Cus...

Settings 229 Optimising the full screen colour balance Optimise the display colour by adjusting the colour tones to your preference.When you drag the colour adjustment bar towards Cool , the blue colour tone will increase. When you drag the bar towards Warm , the red colour tone will increase. 1 On ...

Settings 230 Screen resolution Change the screen resolution. It is set to FHD+ by default. Higher resolutions make the display more vivid, however they will consume more battery power. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Display → Screen resolution . 2 Drag the adjustment bar to adjust the screen resoluti...

Settings 231 Wallpapers and themes Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen or apply various themes to the device.On the Settings screen, tap Wallpapers and themes . • Wallpapers : Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. • Themes : Chan...

Settings 233 • Send SOS messages : Set the device to send help messages by pressing the Power key three times. You can also send sound recordings along with the message to the recipients. • Direct share : Set the device to display the people you contacted on the sharing options panel to allow you to...

Settings 234 Using the quick optimisation feature On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → FIX NOW or OPTIMISE NOW . The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions. • Clearing some memory. • Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the ...

Settings 235 Performance mode Change the device’s performance mode according to your usage, such as playing games or music, to get the best performance.On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Performance mode . • Optimised (recommended) : Balance battery life and screen resolution for every...

Settings 236 Device security Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware.On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Device security → SCAN PHONE . Apps Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. You can view the apps’ usage information, change their ...

Settings 238 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 239 Registering your face For better face registration, register your face indoors and out of direct sunlight. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Face Recognition . 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.If you have not set a screen lock method, create...

Settings 240 3 Tap the Face unlock switch to activate it. If you want to reduce the possibility of recognising faces in photos or videos, tap the Faster recognition switch to deactivate it. This may decrease the face recognition speed. 4 On the locked screen, look at the screen.When your face is rec...

Settings 241 Precautions for using iris recognition Before using the iris recognition camera and LED, keep the following precautions in mind. • To protect your eyes, keep the screen at least 20 cm away from your face when using iris recognition. • Do not attach unofficial screen protectors (privacy ...

Settings 242 For better iris recognition The phone may not recognise your irises if: • something prevents the camera from getting a good view of your irises (e.g. glasses, glare, low eyelids, recent eye surgery, or a medical condition). • something gets in the way of the camera or the LED (e.g. a sc...

Settings 243 3 Read the on-screen instructions and tap CONTINUE . To register only one iris of your eyes, tap Register just 1 iris . 4 Hold the device with the screen facing towards you and look at the screen. 25-35 cm 5 Position your eyes inside the circles on the screen and open your eyes wide.The...

Settings 244 Deleting irises You can delete the registered irises. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Iris Scanner . 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. 3 Tap Remove iris data . Once the registered irises are deleted, all the related features will also be d...

Settings 245 4 On the locked screen, swipe in any direction and position your eyes inside the circles on the screen to scan your irises. 25-35 cm To unlock the screen using iris recognition, without swiping on the locked screen, tap Iris unlock when screen turns on switch to activate it.

Settings 247 For better fingerprint recognition When you scan your fingerprints on the device, be aware of the following conditions that may affect the feature’s performance: • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognises fingerprints. Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor is not scratched...

Settings 248 3 Place your finger on the fingerprint recognition sensor. 4 After the device detects your finger, lift it up and place it on the fingerprint recognition sensor again.Repeat this action until the fingerprint is registered. When you are finished registering your fingerprints, tap DONE . ...

Settings 249 Using Samsung Pass When you register your fingerprints to Samsung Pass, you can use them to easily verify your identity or sign in to websites. Refer to Samsung Pass for more information. Using fingerprints with Samsung Pay You can use fingerprints with Samsung Pay to make payments quic...

Settings 250 Samsung Pass Samsung Pass allows you to sign in to your Samsung account, websites, or apps more easily and securely via your biometric data, such as fingerprints or irises, rather than entering your login information.Register your biometric data to Samsung Pass and set to sign in to sup...

Settings 251 Verifying the Samsung account password You can use Samsung Pass to verify your Samsung account password. You can use your biometric data instead of entering your password, for example, when you purchase content from Galaxy Apps . 1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → ...

Settings 252 Managing sign-in information View the list of websites you have set to use Samsung Pass and manage your sign-in information. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Samsung Pass . 2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method. 3 Select a website from the list....

Settings 253 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 254 4 Read and agree to the terms and conditions and tap AGREE . 5 Tap DONE to finish registering your Samsung account. 6 Select a lock method to use for Secure Folder and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.To change the name or icon of Secure Folder, tap Secure Folder ...

Settings 255 Moving content from Secure Folder Move content from Secure Folder to the corresponding app in the default storage. The following actions are an example of moving an image from Secure Folder to the default storage. 1 Launch the Secure Folder app and tap Gallery . 2 Select an image and ta...

Settings 256 Hiding Secure Folder You can hide the Secure Folder shortcut from the Apps screen.Launch the Secure Folder app, tap → Settings , and then tap the Show Secure Folder switch to deactivate it.Alternatively, drag the status bar downwards to open the notification panel. Then, swipe downwards...

Settings 257 Uninstalling Secure Folder You can uninstall Secure Folder, including the content and apps in it.Launch the Secure Folder app and tap → Settings → More settings → Uninstall . To back up content before uninstalling Secure Folder, tick Move media files out of Secure Folder and tap UNINSTA...

Settings 258 Backup and restore Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up your sensitive information and access it later. You must sign in to your Google or Samsung account to back up or restore data. Using a Samsung account On the Settings screen, t...

Settings 259 Accessibility Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device. Refer to Accessibility for more information.On the Settings screen, tap Accessibility . General management Customise your device’s system settings or reset the device.On the Settings screen, tap General man...

Settings 260 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 261 Security updates information Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your personal information. For security updates for your model, visit security.samsungmobile.com . The website supports only some languages. User manual View help information...

262 Appendix Accessibility About Accessibility Improve accessibility with features that make the device easier to use for users who have impaired vision, hearing, and reduced dexterity.Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility . Voice Assistant (Voice feedback) Activating or deactivating Voice A...

Appendix 263 Controlling the screen with finger gestures You can use various finger gestures to control the screen while you are using Voice Assistant. One finger gestures • Tapping: Read aloud the item under your finger. To explore the screen, place a finger on the screen and move it on the screen....

Appendix 264 • Swipe upwards or downwards on the Home screen: Open the Apps screen. • Swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen: Return to the Home screen. • Swiping in any direction on the locked screen: Unlock the screen. • Swiping downwards from the top of the screen: Open the notification pa...

Appendix 265 Adding and managing image labels You can assign labels to images on the screen. The device reads aloud the labels when the images are selected. Add labels to unlabelled images by tapping the screen twice with three fingers and holding.To manage the labels, launch the Settings app and ta...

Appendix 266 • Usage hints : Set the device to read usage hints aloud when you select an item by swiping. • Vibration feedback : Set the device to vibrate when you control the screen, such as selecting an item. • Sound feedback : Set the device to emit a sound when you control the screen, such as se...

Appendix 267 Entering text using the keyboard To display the keyboard, tap the text input field, and then tap anywhere on the screen twice quickly.To activate the rapid key input feature, launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Vision , and then tap the Rapid key input switch to activate it. Wh...

Appendix 268 3 When you are finished recording, tap DONE to stop. 4 Hold the back of your device over the voice label.The information in the voice recording will be written to the voice label. Changing the screen zoom and font Change the screen zoom setting or font size and style.Launch the Settings...

Appendix 269 Displaying button shapes Display button shapes with frames to make them stand out.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Vision , and then tap the Show button shapes switch to activate it. Using a magnifier Activate a magnifier to zoom in on the screen to view a larger version of ...

Appendix 270 Enlarging mouse or touchpad pointers Enlarge the pointer when using an external mouse or touchpad.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Vision , and then tap the Large mouse/ touchpad pointer switch to activate it. Reversing the display colours Improve screen visibility to help u...

Appendix 271 Hearing Sound detectors Set the device to vibrate when it detects your doorbell or a baby crying. While this feature is enabled, the voice recognition will not operate. Baby crying detector Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Hearing → Sound detectors , and then tap the Baby cr...

Appendix 272 Turning off all sounds Set the device to mute all device sounds, such as media sounds, and the caller’s voice during a call.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Hearing , and then tap the Mute all sounds switch to activate it. Caption settings Launch the Settings app, tap Access...

Appendix 273 Dexterity and interaction Universal switch You can control the touchscreen by connecting an external switch, by tapping the screen, or by using head movements and face gestures.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction → Universal switch , and then tap the s...

Appendix 274 Using the cursor On the assistive menu, tap Cursor . You can control the screen using small finger movements on the touch area. Drag your finger on the touch area to move the cursor. Also, tap the screen to select items under the cursor.Use the following options: • / : Scroll left or ri...

Appendix 275 Click after pointer stops Set the device to select an item automatically when you place the mouse pointer over the item.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Dexterity and interaction , and then tap the Click after pointer stops switch to activate it. Interaction control Activate...

Appendix 276 Setting text-to-speech features Change the settings for text-to-speech features used when Voice Assistant is activated, such as languages, speed, and more.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Text-to-speech , and then use the following functions: • Preferred engine : Select an e...

Appendix 277 Direct access Set to open accessibility menus quickly.Launch the Settings app, tap Accessibility → Direct access , and then tap the switch to activate it. Then, select an accessibility menu to open when you simultaneously press the Power key and the Volume Up key.You can access the foll...

Appendix 278 Using single tap mode When an alarm sounds or a call comes in, tap the button to stop the alarm, or answer or reject the call instead of dragging the button.Launch the Settings app and tap Accessibility , and then tap the Single tap mode switch to activate it. Managing accessibility set...

Appendix 279 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 280 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 282 The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved chargers) • Ensure that the charger is connected properly. • Visit a Samsung Service Centre and have the battery replaced. The battery depletes faster than when first purchased • When you expose the device or the battery to very...

Appendix 283 Error messages appear when opening multimedia files If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your device, try the following: • Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device. • Ensure that the music file...

Appendix 285 Bixby Voice does not respond • Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. • Ensure that your device software is updated to the latest version. • If you are still having trouble with Bixby Voice after trying these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre. The screen brightne...

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