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Table of Contents Home screen Getting started Using widgets Device layout Using applications Buttons Applications screen S Pen Help Package contents One-handed operation Installing the SIM or USIM card and Entering text battery Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Charging the battery Setting up accounts Inserting a memory card Transferring files...
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Flipboard 111 Bluetooth 111 Data usage 111 More settings Application & media stores 113 Home screen mode Play Store 113 Blocking mode Samsung Apps 114 Sound Game Hub 114 Display 115 Storage 116 Power saving Utilities 116 Battery S Note...
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Table of Contents 123 Back up and reset 123 Add account 123 Motion 125 S Pen 125 Accessory 126 Date and time 126 Accessibility 127 Developer options 128 About device Troubleshooting...
Getting started Device layout Proximity/Light sensor Notification light Front camera Earpiece Power button Touch screen Home button Menu button Back button Microphone Multipurpose jack Microphone for speakerphone Headset jack GPS antenna Flash Rear camera Volume button Back cover Speaker Main antenna S Pen...
Getting started The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you use the speakerphone or take videos. Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Do not use a screen protector.
Perform advanced S Pen actions. (p. 32) Package contents Check the product box for the following items: Device Battery Quick start guide Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty.
Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
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SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card. Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
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Getting started Replace the back cover. Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery Remove the back cover. Pull out the battery. Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. A computer can be also used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable. Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
Getting started Reducing the battery consumption Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges: Activate power-saving mode. When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button. Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.
Getting started 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.
Getting started Holding the device Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery. Locking and unlocking the device When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode.
Getting started Adjusting the volume Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound volume when playing music or video. Switching to silent mode Use one of the following methods: Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode. Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Mute.
Basics Indicator icons The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table below are most common. Icon Meaning No signal Signal strength Roaming (outside of normal service area) GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected...
Basics Icon Meaning Error occurred or caution required Battery power level Using the touch screen Use only fingers or the S Pen to use the touch screen. Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
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Basics Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options. Dragging To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position. Double-tapping Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part.
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Basics Flicking Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts. Pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
Basics Control motions Simple motions allow easy control of the device. Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Motion, and then drag the Motion switch to the right. Rotating the screen Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation.
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Basics Picking up When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages. Holding to ear While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to make a call.
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Basics Panning to move Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen. Panning to browse When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any direction to browse the image.
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Basics Double-tapping Double-tap the device to move to the top of a list of contacts or emails. Rotating While the screen is locked, tap and hold the screen, and then rotate the device to landscape orientation to launch the camera. To use this motion, on the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Lock screen Lock screen options, and then drag the Camera quick access...
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Basics Turning over Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback. Shaking Shake the device to search for Bluetooth devices. Shake the device to update the list of emails or information from Yahoo News, Yahoo Finance, or AccuWeather. Updates will not work for widgets on the Home screen.
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Basics Sweeping Sweep your hand across the screen to capture a screenshot. The image is saved in Gallery Screenshots. It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some applications. Covering Cover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.
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Basics Tilting Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. Moving When the touch screen is turned off, move your hand across the Proximity/Light sensor to turn on the screen and view the number of missed calls and new messages, the battery power level, and more.
The tip of the S Pen is not replaceable. If the tip gets dull, purchase a new S Pen. If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre. Refer to the Samsung website for more information about the S Pen.
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Basics Opening a menu With the S Pen button pressed, draw to open a list of the screen’s available options. Undoing the last action With the S Pen button pressed, draw to undo the last action.
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Basics Capturing screenshots With the S Pen button pressed, touch the screen until you hear a click. A screenshot is saved in the Gallery Screenshots folder. It is possible to draw or write on or to crop a screenshot. The edited image is saved in the Gallery IMG_edited folder.
To select only the text you intend, drag across the middle of the text or drag the text selection icons. Samsung UserManual a Launching Quick Command With the S Pen button pressed, drag the S Pen up the screen to launch Quick Command.
Basics Selecting and capturing an image With the S Pen button pressed, draw a line around an area to select it. The selected area is saved in the Gallery Screenshots folder. Select an application to use with the selected area from the icons that appear at the bottom of the screen. S Pen Air View When you hold the S Pen near the screen, a pointer appears on the screen.
Basics S Pen Keeper When the touch screen is off and S Pen is removed from the device, the device displays a pop- up alert and emits a sound if you walk. Access the S Pen settings to activate or deactivate the feature.
Basics Notifications Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel, drag up the bar that is on the bottom of the screen.
Basics Home screen The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others. The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. Changing the Home screen mode The Home screen has basic and easy modes.
Basics Removing an item Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release it. Rearranging panels Adding a new panel Edit page Moving a panel Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Basics Using widgets Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen. Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in additional charges.
Basics Closing an application Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance. Press and hold the Home button, tap , and then tap End next to an application to close it. To close all running applications, tap End all. Alternatively, press and hold the Home button, and then tap Applications screen The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications...
Basics Installing applications Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications. Uninstalling applications Uninstall, and then select an application to uninstall it. Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled. Sharing applications Share downloaded applications with other users via email, Bluetooth, or other methods.
Basics Entering text Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text. Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages. Changing the keyboard type Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap Choose input method, and then select the type of keyboard to use.
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Handwriting , and then write a word with a finger or the S Pen. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested word. Using the Samsung Chinese IME keyboard Changing the keyboard layout Tap and hold , tap T-Chinese(Hong Kong) or English, and then tap Qwerty Keybaord, 3*4 Keyboard, or Full screen handwriting.
Basics Changing language keyboards Tap the input language key to change language keyboards. Stroke mode On the 3x4 keyboard, tap the stroke keys. Tap when you are unsure which stroke to enter. To view more alternative characters, tap Entering text by voice Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone.
Basics Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 110) Turning Wi-Fi on and off Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off. This device uses a non-harmonised frequency and is intended for use in all European countries.
Basics Setting up accounts Google applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best experience with the device. Adding accounts Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to set up a Google account.
Connecting with Samsung Kies Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from the Samsung website. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
Basics Connecting as a media device Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable. Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device Media device (MTP). Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or not have any appropriate driver installed.
Unlocking the device Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock code. If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.
Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade.
Communication Phone Use this application to make or answer a call. Tap Phone on the Applications screen. Making calls Making a call Use one of the following methods: Keypad: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap . Logs: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages. Favourites: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts.
Communication Finding contacts Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it. Making an international call Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap .
Communication Adding contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap Add to contacts. Viewing call logs Tap Logs to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls. To filter a call log, tap View by, and then select an option.
Communication Rejecting a call When a call comes in, drag outside the circle, or press and hold the headset button. To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap Reject call with message. To create the rejection message, tap Call settings Set reject messages.
Communication Video calls Making a video call Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video call. During a video call The following actions are available: Switch Camera: Switch between the front and rear camera. Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.
Communication Swapping images Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images. Contacts Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others. Tap Contacts on the Applications screen. Managing contacts Creating a contact and enter contact information.
Communication Editing a contact Select a contact to edit, and then tap Deleting a contact Delete. Setting a speed dial number Speed dial setting, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap Remove. Searching for contacts Use one of the following search methods: Scroll up or down the contacts list.
Merge with Samsung. Contacts synced with Samsung Contacts appear with in the contacts list. If a contact is added or deleted on the device, it is also added to or deleted from Samsung Contacts, and vice versa. Importing contacts Import/Export Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from USB storage.
Communication Contact groups Adding contacts to a group Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done. Managing groups , and then take one of the following actions: Create: Make a new group. Search: Search for contacts. Change order: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another position, and then tap Done.
Communication Messaging Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS). Tap Messaging on the Applications screen. This feature may be unavailable depending on your service provider’s LTE network. For details, contact your service provider. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are outside your home service area.
Communication Viewing incoming messages Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact. Select a contact to view the person’s message. Listening to a voice message Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider. Email Use this application to send or view email messages.
Communication Sending scheduled messages While composing a message, tap Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then tap Done. The device will send the message at the specified time and date. If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network, or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.
Communication Google Mail Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service. Tap Gmail on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider.
Communication Labels Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox. to view messages in other labels. To add a label to a message, select the message, tap , and then select the label to assign. Talk Use this application to chat with others via Google Talk.
Communication Switching between chats Scroll left or right. Deleting chat history Chats are automatically saved. To delete chat history, tap Clear chat history. Google+ Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service. Tap Google+ on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Tap ChatON on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Create the buddies list by entering phone numbers or email addresses of Samsung accounts, or selecting buddies from the list of suggestions.
Web & network Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Tap Internet on the Applications screen. Viewing webpages Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go. to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage. Opening a new page New window.
Web & network History History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the history, tap Clear history. History Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages. Saved pages To view saved webpages, tap Saved pages.
Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices. Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or received via the Bluetooth feature.
To use this application, you must sign in to your Google and Samsung accounts and register two or more devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type.
Web & network Sharing files Select a device or web storage, select a file, tap , and then use the following options: Send to Nearby Users: Share files with nearby devices that have AllShare Play activated. Facebook/Twitter/Flickr/Picasa: Upload files to a social network site. Playing files on a remote device Select a device or web storage, select a file, tap , and then select a device.
Use the S Beam feature to send data, such as music, videos, images, and documents. Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of copyrighted data.
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Web & network Select a file, touch the back of your device to the back of the other device, and then tap your device’s screen. If both devices try to send data simultaneously, the file transfer may fail.
Media Music Player Use this application to listen to music. Tap Music Player on the Applications screen. Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version. Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding used. Playing music Select a music category, and then select a song to play.
Media Setting a song as ringtone To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap Set as Phone ringtone. Creating playlists Make an own selection of songs. Tap Playlists, and then tap Create playlist. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap Add music, select songs to include, and then tap Done.
Media Taking photos Taking a photo Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap to take the photo. Tap and hold to take a series of photos.
Media Sunset: Use this setting for richer colours and sharper contrasts. Dawn: Use this setting for very subtle colours. Autumn colour: Use this setting for red-shifted background scenery. Text: Use this setting for books or posters. Candlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background. Shooting mode Several photo effects are available, such as cartoon rendering.
Media Panoramic photos A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots. Shooting mode Panorama. and move the camera in any direction. When the blue frame aligns with the viewfinder, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop shooting, tap again.
Media Recording mode Switch between the Indicates which front and rear storage is in use. camera. Change the flash Switch between still setting. and video mode. Change recording mode. Select among Open the video various effects that player to play videos. are available.
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Media Use one of the following methods: Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. The zoom function may not be available when shooting at the highest resolution. The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting video.
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Media White balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras. ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film- camera equivalents.
Media Shortcuts Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options. Edit shortcuts. Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the left of the screen. The other icons can be moved within the list by tapping and dragging them. Gallery Use this application to view images and videos.
Media Zooming in and out Use one of the following methods to zoom in an image: Double-tap anywhere to zoom in. Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to return. Viewing images using the motion feature Use the motion feature to execute a function with particular motion.
Media Print: Print via a Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. Rename: Rename the file. Scan for nearby devices: Search for devices that have media sharing activated. Details: View image details. Edit weather tag: Add a weather tag.
Media Tagging faces When viewing an image, tap Face tag On. A yellow frame appears around the recognised face. Tap the face, tap Add name, and then select or add a contact. When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as making calls or sending messages.
Media Video Player Use this application to play video files. Tap Video Player on the Applications screen. Avoid locking the device’s screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand. Each time you lock the screen while playing a DivX Video-On-Demand, one of your available rental counts is lost.
Media Using Popup Video player Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching videos, tap to use the pop-up player. Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move the player, tap and hold the player, and then drag it to another location.
Media Sharing videos Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method. Uploading videos Select your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap Upload. Flipboard Use this application to access your personalised magazines. Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.
Application & media stores Play Store Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device. Tap Play Store on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Installing applications Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. If a Samsung account is not registered, follow the on-screen instructions to create a Samsung account. To complete the subscription process, read the terms and conditions, and then tap Accept to agree to them.
Utilities S Note Use this application to create a note using images and voice recordings. Tap S Note on the Applications screen. The S Pen can be used to open S Note. Double-tap the screen with the S Pen button pressed. Selecting note templates and select one of the following templates: Note/Idea note/Memo: Create a simple note from an empty page.
Utilities Composing notes Search for information about the Record your actions while handwritten keyword on a drawing a note. preset webpage. Switch to view mode. Make a voice recording to insert. Insert a multimedia file. Jot down or draw a note. Undo and redo the last action.
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Handwriting-to-text: Convert a handwritten note. Browsing notes Browse note thumbnails by scrolling up or down. To sync notes with the Samsung account, tap Refresh. To sort notes by date, title, or others, tap Sort by.
To set the note as wallpaper or to assign it to a contact, tap Set as. To print the note via a Wi-Fi connection, tap Print. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers. S Planner Use this application to manage events and tasks. Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.
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Utilities To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again. Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap Edit event details or Edit task details to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an advance alert, or where it takes place.
Utilities Changing calendar type Tap , and then select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar.
Utilities Cloud Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung account or Dropbox. Tap Settings Cloud on the Applications screen. This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Utilities Clock Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the duration of an event, set a timer, or use as the desk clock. Tap Clock on the Applications screen. Turn this alarm on or off. Alarm Setting alarms Tap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and...
Utilities Stopping alarms Drag outside the circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the circle to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time. Deleting alarms Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete. World clock Creating clocks Tap Add city, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.
Utilities Calculator Use this application for simple or complex calculations. Tap Calculator on the Applications screen. Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If Screen rotation is disabled, tap Scientific calculator. To see calculation history, tap to hide the keypad.
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Utilities Playing voice memos Select a voice memo to play. : Adjust the volume by dragging the volume bar up or down. : Trim the voice memo. : Stop playback. : Pause playback. To send a voice memo to others, tap Share via, select a voice memo, and then select a sharing method.
Utilities Here are several examples of spoken commands: Open music Launch calculator Call Lulu mobile Dial Lulu work Check schedule Tips for better voice recognition Speak clearly. Speak in quiet places. Do not use offensive or slang words. Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands depending on your surroundings or how you speak.
Utilities Search scope To select what applications to search, tap Settings Phone search, and then tick the items to search for. Google Now Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it. Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time.
Utilities Viewing files Select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap . To return to the root directory, tap In a folder, tap , and then use one of the following options: Create folder: Create a folder. Search: Search for files.
Travel & local Maps Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions. Tap Maps on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. Viewing maps Scroll in any direction to view a location or find your way.
Travel & local Getting directions for a destination , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations: My current location: Use current location for starting location. Contacts: Select from the contacts list. Point on map: Pinpoint by tapping on the map. My Places: Select from the list of favourite places.
Travel & local Latitude Use this application to share location information with friends. Tap Latitude on the Applications screen. This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider. To add a friend with whom location information is shared, tap Select from Contacts or Add via email address.
Settings About Settings Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts. Tap Settings on the Applications screen. Wi-Fi Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices. To use options, tap Advanced: Customise Wi-Fi settings.
Settings Bluetooth Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation. Mobile data: Set to use data connections on any mobile network. Set mobile data limit: Set a limit for the mobile data usage. Data usage cycle: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage.
Settings Mobile networks Mobile data: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services. Data roaming: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or your home network is not available. Access Point Names: Set up access point names (APNs). Network mode: Select a network type.
Upload from other devices: Set to accept uploads from other devices. AllShare Cast Activate the AllShare Cast feature and share your display with others. Kies via Wi-Fi Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network. Home screen mode Select a Home screen mode (basic or easy). Blocking mode Select which notifications will be blocked or set to allow notifications for calls from specified contacts in Blocking mode.
Settings Sound Change settings for various sounds on the device. Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and notifications. Vibration intensity: Adjust the force of the vibration notification. Device ringtone: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls. Device vibration: Add or select a vibration pattern.
Settings Page buddy: Set the device to open contextual pages based on your actions. Screen mode: Select a display mode. Brightness: Set the brightness of the display. Auto-rotate screen: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned. Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s backlight.
Settings Power saving Activate power-saving mode and change the settings for power-saving mode. CPU power saving: Set the device to limit some system resource usage. Screen power saving: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the display. Background colour: Set the device to decrease the brightness of the background colour of email and Internet.
Settings Lock screen Change settings for securing the device. Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature. Lock screen options: Change the settings for the locked screen. These settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock option. – Shortcuts: Set to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen. –...
Remote controls: Set to allow control of your lost or stolen device remotely via the Internet. To use this feature, you must sign in to your Samsung account. – Account registration: Add or view your Samsung account. – Use wireless networks: Set to allow location data collection and to determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi and mobile networks.
Settings Make passwords visible: By default, the device hides passwords for security. Set the device to display passwords as they are entered. Device administrators: View device administrators installed on the device. You can allow device administrators to apply new policies to the device. Unknown sources: Choose to download applications from any source.
Input auto correction: Set the device to correct misspelled words automatically. Voice input: Activate the voice input feature to enter text by voice on the Samsung Chinese IME keyboard. English Prediction: Set the device to predict English words based on your input and show word suggestions.
Vibrate on keypress: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. Sound on keypress: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. Reset settings: Reset Samsung Chinese IME keyboard settings. Version: View version information. Samsung keyboard To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap Portrait keyboard types: Change the keyboard layout.
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– Key-tap vibration: Set the device to vibrate when a key is touched. – Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched. Tutorial: Learn how to enter text with the Samsung keyboard. Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device. Cloud Change settings for syncing data or files with your Samsung account or Dropbox cloud storage. Back up and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data.
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Settings Smart alert: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when you pick up the device. Double tap to top: Set to move to the top of a list of contacts or email messages when you double-tap the device.
Settings S Pen Change the settings for using the S Pen. Dominant hand: Select the hand used to write with to enhance S Pen inputs. Pen attach/detach sound: Set the device to emit a sound when the S Pen is inserted or pulled out from the slot.
Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date. If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device, the time and date is reset. Automatic date and time: Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones.
Settings TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback. Font size: Change the font size. Negative colours: Reverse the display colours to improve visibility. Text-to-speech output: – Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for speech synthesis engines, tap –...
Settings Wait for debugger: Set to prevent the selected application from loading until the debugger is ready. Show touches: Set to show the pointer when you touch the screen. Show pointer location: Set to show the coordinates and traces of the pointer when you touch the screen.
Ensure that your hands are clean and dry when tapping the touch screen. Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs. Ensure that your device software is upgraded to the latest version. If the touch screen is scratched or damaged, take it to your local Samsung Service Centre.
Troubleshooting Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close programs or reset the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power button for 8-10 seconds.
Troubleshooting Audio quality is poor 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. Move to another area and try again. When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list.
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Samsung Service Centre. Error messages appear when opening music files Some music files may not play on your Samsung device for a variety of reasons. If you receive error messages when opening music files on your device, try the following: Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
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If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer. Ensure that you have Samsung Kies 2.0 or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on your computer.
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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region or service provider. www.samsung.com/hk English (HK). 09/2012. Rev. 1.0...