Samsung Tab A - User Manual

Basics 6 Device layout Touchscreen Recents key Home key Volume key Power key Front camera Headset jack Microphone Back key Rear camera GPS antenna Loud speaker Multipurpose jack Memory card slot

Basics 7 • Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations: – If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device – If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device. • Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapprov...

Basics 8 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. 1 Connect the U...

Basics 9 Viewing the remaining charging time While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Battery . The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in v...

Basics 10 • The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery. • If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device. • While charging, the device and the c...

Basics 11 Memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 200 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 device. Using an i...

Basics 12 1 Open the cover of the memory card slot. 2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards. 3 Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place. 4 Close the cover of the memory card slot. Removing the memory card Before removing the memory card, first unmoun...

Basics 13 Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Storage → Format SD card → FORMAT SD CARD → ERASE EVERYTHING . Before formatting the memory card, remember ...

Basics 14 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 fingertips. •...

Basics 15 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 16 Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the 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. Pinch t...

Basics 17 Home screen 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.To view other panels, swipe to the left or right. A widget An app A folder Screen indicators Favourite apps Apps screen icon

Basics 18 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 19 Creating folders 1 On the Home screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app. 2 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. 3 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour,...

Basics 20 Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Apps screen. To view other panels, swipe to the left or right. Moving items This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider. On the...

Basics 21 4 Tap Enter folder name and enter a folder name. To change the folder colour, tap . To add more apps to the folder, tap and hold another app, and then drag it to the folder.To delete a folder, select a folder with . Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will be relocated to th...

Basics 22 Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.To unlock the screen, press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction. You can change the way that you lo...

Basics 23 PIN A PIN consists of numbers only. Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it. Password A password consists of characters and numbers. Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it. Notificatio...

Basics 24 You can use the following functions on the notification panel. Launch Settings . Tap a notification and perform various actions. Clear all notifications. Adjust the brightness. Rearrange quick setting buttons. Switch between user accounts or add new user accounts. Maximise brightness for b...

Basics 25 Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send emails, 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. Delete a preceding character. Break...

Basics 26 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. Open the keyboard. Start or pause entering text by voice. • : Switch to handwriting mode. Switch between nu...

Basics 27 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 . Screen capture Capture a screenshot wh...

Basics 28 Multi window Introduction Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. Some apps may not support this feature. Split screen view

Basics 30 Using additional options When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between the app windows to access the following options: • : Switch locations between app windows. • : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an ...

Basics 31 Some apps may not support this feature. • : Maximise the window. • : Close the app. Adjusting the window size Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.

Basics 32 Device and data management Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch.The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available. • Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can down...

Basics 33 4 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device. Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer. 5 Connect your new device to the computer using the USB cable. 6 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your new de...

Basics 34 Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software. 1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download and install Smart Switch. 2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch. 3 Connect the device to the computer using a USB cabl...

Basics 35 Using a Google account On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset , and then tap the Back up my data switch to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account. To restore data using a Google account, tap the Automatic restore switch to activate it. When...

36 Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices.Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen. This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing apps Browse apps by ...

Applications 37 Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen, tap EDIT . The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall. Select an app and tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL . Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap Settings → Applications → Application manager , select an ap...

Applications 38 Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time. 1 Tap Email on the Apps screen. 2 Enter the email address and password, and then tap NEXT . To manually register a company email account, tap MANUAL SETUP . 3 Follow the on-screen instructi...

Applications 39 Camera 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 Apps screen. Camera etiquette • Do not take photos or record videos of other people with...

Applications 40 On the preview screen, swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes. Or, swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured. • The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • The camera automatically shuts off when un...

Applications 41 Auto mode Auto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the preview screen, tap MODE → Auto . Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and ISO value.On the preview screen, t...

Applications 42 Beauty face Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images.On the preview screen, tap MODE → Beauty face . Selfie Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the screen. 1 On the preview screen, tap to switch to the front camera for self...

Applications 43 Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen, use the following quick settings. The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used. • : Select a filter effect to use when taking photos or recording videos. • : Set the device to record...

Applications 45 2 Select an image or a video.Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail. To play a video, tap . More options Move to the previous screen. Add the image to favourites. Image and video preview thumbnails Share the image with others. Delete the image. Modify the image. To hide o...

Applications 46 Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with one tap of your finger. Using the quick optimisation feature On the Apps screen, tap Smart ...

Applications 48 3 Enter event details. Select a calendar to use or sync with. Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location of the event. Enter a title. Set a start and end date for the event. Add more details. Set an alarm. 4 Tap SAVE to save the event. Creating tasks 1 Tap S P...

Applications 50 Memo Create memos and organise them by category.On the Apps screen, tap Memo . Composing memos Tap on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following options: • Category : Create or set a category. • Image : Insert images. • Voice : Make a voice recording t...

Applications 51 Setting alarms Set an alarm time and tap SAVE . To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap KEYPAD . To set an alarm with various alarm options, tap OPTIONS , set alarm options, and then tap SAVE . To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the clock icon next to the alarm in the alarm...

Applications 52 TIMER 1 On the Apps screen, tap Clock → TIMER . 2 Set the duration, and then tap START . To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap KEYPAD . 3 Tap DISMISS when the timer goes off. Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations.Tap Calculator on the Apps screen. You can see the ...

Applications 53 Tap to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list. Fine-tune the frequency. View the list of favourite stations. Enter radio station frequency manually. Record a song from the FM radio. Access additional options. Add the current radio station to th...

Applications 54 Google apps Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information. To view more app information, access each app’s help menu. Some apps may not be available or may be labelled dif...

56 Settings Introduction Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.On the Apps screen, tap Settings . To search for settings by entering keywords, tap SEARCH . Flight mode This disables all wireless functions on your ...

Settings 57 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. 3 Tap CONNECT . Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the device c...

Settings 58 Ending the device connection 1 Tap Wi-Fi on the Settings screen. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct . The device displays the connected devices in the list. 3 Tap the device name to disconnect the devices. Bluetooth Introduction Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled ...

Settings 59 Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen, tap Bluetooth , and then tap the switch to activate it. The detected devices are listed. 2 Select a device to pair with.If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming the auto-generat...

Settings 60 Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen. The device displays the paired devices in the list. 2 Tap next to the device name to unpair. 3 Tap Unpair . Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount.On the Settings screen, tap Data usage . More connection setting...

Settings 61 Printing Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can 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 w...

Settings 62 Sounds and notifications Change settings for various sounds on the device.On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and notifications . • Sound mode : Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode. • Volume : Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. • So...

Settings 63 Applications Manage the device’s apps and change their settings.On the Settings screen, tap Applications . • Application manager : View and manage the apps on your device. • Default applications : Select a default setting for using apps. Users Set up additional user accounts for other us...

Settings 64 Adding restricted profiles 1 On the Settings screen, tap Users . 2 Tap Add user or profile → User (restricted profile) . If you are not using a secure screen lock method with the owner account, follow the on-screen instructions to set one up. 3 Select the apps and content that restricted...

Settings 65 Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen.On the Settings screen, tap Wallpaper . Lock screen and security Change the settings for securing the device.On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security . The available options may vary depending o...

Settings 66 Privacy Change the settings for maintaining your privacy.On the Settings screen, tap Privacy . • Location : Change settings for location information permissions. • Report diagnostic info : Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung. Acce...

Settings 67 Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts, or other accounts, to sync with. Adding accounts Some apps used on your device require a registered account. Create accounts to have the best experience with your device. 1 On the Settings screen, tap Accounts → Add account . 2 Select an acc...

Settings 68 Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data.On the Settings screen, tap Backup and reset . • Back up my data : Back up your personal information and app data to the Samsung server. You can also set the device to automatically back up data. • Restore : Restore prev...

Settings 70 Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.On the Settings screen, tap Date and time . If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. • Automatic date and time : Automatically...

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

Appendix 72 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 s...

Appendix 73 The Internet is often disconnected • Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna. • When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. You may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider’s base station. Move to ano...

Appendix 74 Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following: • Charge the battery. • Free some memory by transferring files to a c...

Appendix 76 Removing the battery • To remove the battery, you must visit an authorised service centre with the provided instructions. • For your safety, you must not attempt to remove the battery. If the battery is not properly removed, it may lead to damage to the battery and device, cause personal...