SM-T110
User Manual
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About this manual
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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.
Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.
Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Copyright
Copyright © 2013 Samsung Electronics
This guide is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung
Electronics.
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Trademarks
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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.
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Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Setup , Wi-Fi Direct , Wi-Fi CERTIFIED , and the Wi-Fi logo are
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registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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Getting started
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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.
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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.
Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
Buttons
Button
Function
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
Press and hold for more than 8 seconds to reset the device if
it has fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.
Power
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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.
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Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.
Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.
Press to return to the Home screen.
Menu
Home
Back
Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.
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Tap to return to the previous screen.
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Volume
Press to adjust the device volume.
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Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Device
Quick start guide
Use only Samsung-approved software. Pirated or illegal software may cause damage
or malfunctions, which are not covered by the warranty.
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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
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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.
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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.
Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.
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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.
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Getting started
Charging the battery
Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time.
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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When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.
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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.
Charging with the charger
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
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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 touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.
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Getting started
After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
Checking the battery charge status
When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:
Charging
Fully charged
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:
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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.
Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
Decrease the backlight time.
Decrease the brightness of the display.
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Inserting a memory card
Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 32 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.
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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.
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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.
The device supports only the FAT file system for memory cards. When inserting a
card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the memory
card.
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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
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appears in the My Files SD memory card folder.
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.
Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.
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Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap
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Apps Settings Storage Unmount SD card
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Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
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.
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.
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On the Home screen, tap Apps Settings Storage Format SD card Format SD
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card Erase everything
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Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss
of data resulting from user actions.
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Turning the device on and off
When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.
Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas
where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Press and hold the Power button and tap Flight mode to disable the wireless
features.
To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap Power off
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Holding the device
Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.
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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. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.
To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button when the touch screen is
turned off, tap anywhere on the screen, and then flick your finger in any direction.
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:
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Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.
Press and hold the Power button, and then tap Mute
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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap Sound
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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
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature activated
GPS activated
Synced with the web
Connected to computer
Alarm activated
Silent mode activated
Flight mode activated
Error occurred or caution required
Battery power level
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Using the touch screen
Use only fingers to use the touch screen.
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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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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.
Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.
Finger gestures
Tapping
To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.
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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. Double-tap again to return.
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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.
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Rotating the screen
Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the
device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.
To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect
Screen rotation
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Some applications do not allow screen rotation.
Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation.
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Notifications
Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report 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 at the bottom of the screen.
From the notifications panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from the
status bar, and then tap to use the following options:
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Wi-Fi: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.
GPS: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.
Sound: Activate or deactivate silent mode.
Screen rotation: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.
Bluetooth: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
Blocking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device will
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block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap Settings Blocking
mode
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Power saving: Activate or deactivate power-saving mode.
Multi window: Set to use Multi Window.
Sync: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
Flight mode: Activate or deactivate flight mode.
The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.
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To rearrange the options on the notifications panel, open the notifications panel, tap
, and then tap and drag an item to another location.
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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.
Rearranging items
Adding an application icon
On the Home screen, tap Apps, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel
preview.
Adding an item
Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or pages.
Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following
categories:
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Apps and widgets: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.
Folder: Create a new folder.
Page: Create a new page.
Moving an item
Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the
side of the screen.
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 the item.
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Rearranging panels
Adding a new panel
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Tap
Edit page
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Moving a panel
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Tap
Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Removing a panel
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Tap
Edit page, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the
top of the screen.
Setting wallpaper
Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.
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On the Home screen, tap
following:
Set wallpaper Home screen, and then select one of the
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Gallery: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the
Internet.
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Live wallpapers: See animated images.
Wallpapers: See wallpaper images.
Then, select an image and tap Set wallpaper. Or, select an image, resize it by dragging the
frame, and then tap Done
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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.
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Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in
additional charges.
The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider.
Adding widgets to the Home screen
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On the Home screen, tap Apps Widgets. Scroll left or right on the widgets panel, and then
tap and hold a widget to add it to the Home screen.
Using applications
This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet
applications.
Opening an application
On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it.
Opening from recently-used applications
Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.
Select an application icon to open.
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
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Applications screen
The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications
installed.
On the Home screen, tap Apps to open the Applications screen.
To view other panels, scroll left or right.
Rearranging applications
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Tap
Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to
another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
Organising with folders
Put related applications together in a folder for convenience.
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Tap
Edit, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to Create folder. Enter a folder
name and then tap OK. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap Save
to save the arrangement.
Rearranging panels
Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.
Installing applications
Use application stores, such as Samsung Apps, to download and install applications.
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Uninstalling applications
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Tap
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.
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Tap
Share app, select applications, tap Done, and then select a sharing method. The
next steps vary depending on the method selected.
Help
Access help information to learn how to use the device and applications or configure
important settings.
Tap Help on the Applications screen. Select an item to view tips.
To sort categories by an alphabetical order, tap
.
To search for keywords, tap
.
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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Using the Samsung keyboard
Set options for the Samsung
keyboard.
Delete a preceding character.
Break to the next line.
Enter uppercase.
Enter uppercase.
Enter numerals and punctuation
marks.
Add an item from the clipboard.
Enter a space.
Entering uppercase
Tap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.
Changing language keyboards
Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language
keyboards.
Entering text by voice
Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays
what you speak.
If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an
alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list.
To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language.
Copying and pasting
Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap Copy to copy or
Cut to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
To paste it into a text entry field, tap and hold at the point where it should be inserted, and
then tap Paste
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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. 80)
Ensure that the Wi-Fi connection is active before using Internet applications.
Turning Wi-Fi on and off
Open the notifications panel, and then tap Wi-Fi to turn it on or off.
Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.
Joining Wi-Fi networks
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On the Applications screen, tap Settings Wi-Fi, and then drag the Wi-Fi switch to the right.
Select a network from the list of detected Wi-Fi networks, enter a password if necessary, and
then tap Connect. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. After the device
connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will automatically connect to it any time it is available.
Adding Wi-Fi networks
If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap Add Wi-Fi network at the
bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in Network SSID, select the security
type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap Connect
.
Forgetting Wi-Fi networks
Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the
device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then
tap Forget
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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.
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To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap Settings
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Add account Google. After that, tap New to sign up, or tap Existing, and then follow on-
screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google account can be
used on the device.
Set up a Samsung account as well.
Removing accounts
On the Applications screen, tap Settings, select an account name under Accounts, select the
account to remove, and then tap Remove account
.
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Transferring files
Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice
versa.
The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are
not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer
operating system.
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Music: mp3, m4a, 3ga, aac, ogg, oga, wav, wma, amr, awb, and flac
Image: bmp, gif, jpg, and png
Video: mp4, m4v, 3gp, 3g2, wmv, asf, avi, flv, mkv, and webm
Document: doc, docx, dot, dotx, xls, xlsx, xlt, xltx, csv, ppt, pptx, pps, ppsx, pot, potx,
pdf, hwp, txt, asc, and rtf
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.
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Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch,
double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.
Transfer files between your device and the computer.
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Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.
Connecting with Windows Media Player
Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer.
Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
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Open Windows Media Player and sync music files.
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Connecting as a media device
Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
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Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as a media device Media
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device (MTP)
.
Tap Camera (PTP) if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or
not have any appropriate driver installed.
Transfer files between your device and the computer.
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Securing the device
Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by
using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.
Setting a pattern
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On the Applications screen, tap Settings Lock screen Screen lock Pattern
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Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.
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Setting a PIN
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→
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On the Applications screen, tap Settings Lock screen Screen lock PIN
.
Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.
Setting a password
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On the Applications screen, tap Settings Lock screen Screen lock Password
.
Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password
again to verify it.
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.
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Upgrading the device
The device can be upgraded to the latest software.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Upgrading with Samsung Kies
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.
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Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is
upgrading.
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While upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer.
Doing so may interfere with the update process.
Upgrading over the air
The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air
(FOTA) service.
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→
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On the Applications screen, tap Settings About device Software update Update
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Communication
Contacts
Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and
others.
Tap Contacts on the Applications screen.
Managing contacts
Tap Contacts
.
Creating a contact
Tap and enter contact information.
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: Add an image.
: Add or delete a contact field.
/
Editing a contact
Select a contact to edit, and then tap
.
Deleting a contact
Tap
.
Searching for contacts
Tap Contacts
.
Use one of the following search methods:
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Scroll up or down the contacts list.
Use the index at the left side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger
along it.
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Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.
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Communication
Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:
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: Add to favourite contacts.
: Compose an email.
Importing and exporting contacts
Tap Contacts
.
Syncing with Google Contacts
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→
Tap
Merge accounts Merge with Google.
Contacts synced with Google 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 Google
Contacts, and vice versa.
Syncing with Samsung Contacts
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→
Tap
Merge accounts 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
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Tap
Import/Export Import from SD card or Import from USB storage.
Exporting contacts
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Tap
Import/Export Export to SD card or Export to USB storage.
Sharing contacts
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→
Tap
Share namecard via Multiple contacts, select contacts, tap Done, and then
select a sharing method.
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Communication
Favourite contacts
Tap Favourites
.
Tap , and then take one of the following actions:
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Search: Search for contacts.
Add to Favourites: Add contacts to favourites.
Remove from Favourites: Remove contacts from favourites.
Grid view
/
List view: View contacts in grid or list form.
Help: Access help information about using contacts.
Contact groups
Tap Groups
.
Adding contacts to a group
Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap Done
.
Managing groups
Tap , and then take one of the following actions:
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Search: Search for contacts.
Edit: Change the group settings.
Create: Make a new group.
Remove member: Remove members from the group.
Send email: Send an email to a group’s members.
Change order: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another
position, and then tap Done
.
•
Help: Access help information about using contacts.
Deleting groups
Tap , select user added groups, and then tap Delete. Default groups cannot be deleted.
Sending an email to a group’s members
→
Select a group, tap
Send email, select members, and then tap Done.
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Business card
Tap Contacts
.
Create a business card and send it to others.
Tap Set up my profile, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal
address, and then tap Save. If user information has been saved when you set up the device,
select the business card in ME, and then tap to edit.
→
Tap
Share namecard via, and then select a sharing method.
Email
Use this application to send or view email messages.
Tap Email on the Applications screen.
Setting up email accounts
Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time.
Enter the email address and password. Tap Next for a private email account, such as Google
Mail, or tap Manual setup for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen
instructions to complete the setup.
→
→
To set up another email account, tap
Settings Add account.
Sending messages
Tap the email account to use, and then tap
at the top of the screen. Enter recipients,
subject, and message, and then tap
.
Tap to add a recipient from the contacts list.
Tap +Me to add yourself as a recipient.
Tap to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.
→
Tap
to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the
message.
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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.
This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.
Reading messages
Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new
messages, tap
.
Tap a message to read.
Reply to the message.
Compose a message.
Forward the message.
Delete the message.
Add this email address to the
contacts list.
Mark the message as a reminder.
Open attachments.
Go to the previous or next
message.
Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap Save to save it.
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Google Mail
Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.
Tap Google Mail 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.
Sending messages
In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap SEND
.
Tap +CC/BCC to add more recipients.
Tap to attach images.
→
→
→
→
Tap
Tap
Tap
Tap
Save draft to save the message for later delivery.
Attach picture to attach images.
Attach file to attach files.
Discard to start over.
Reading messages
Delete this message.
Keep this message for long-term
storage.
Mark the message as unread.
Move the message to another
mailbox.
Forward this message to others.
Reply to all recipients.
Add this email address to the
contacts list.
Mark the message as a reminder.
Reply to this message.
Preview attachment.
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Labels
Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is
launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox.
→
To add a label to a message, select the message, tap
the label to assign.
Change labels, and then select
Hangouts
Use this application to chat with others.
Tap Hangouts on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results
to start chatting.
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 All to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your circles.
Tap to use other social network features.
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Photos
Use this application to share images or videos via Google’s social network service.
Tap Photos on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Select one of the following categories:
•
•
CAMERA: View all the images or videos that are taken or downloaded to the device.
HIGHLIGHTS: View images or videos that are grouped by date or album. Tap to view
the rest of the images or videos in the group.
Then, select an image or video.
While viewing it, use one of the following icons:
•
•
•
: Modify the image.
: Share the image or video.
: Delete the image or video.
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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
.
Tap
to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage.
Opening a new page
Tap
.
To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it.
Searching the web by voice
Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords
that appear.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Bookmarks
To bookmark the current webpage, tap
.
To open a bookmarked webpage, tap , and then select one.
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History
→
Tap
History to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the
→
history, tap
Clear history
.
→
→
Tap
History Most visited to open a webpage from the list of most visited webpages.
Links
Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.
→
To view saved links, tap
Downloads.
Sharing webpages
→
To share a webpage address with others, tap
Share page.
To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap Share via
.
Chrome
Use this application to search for information and browse webpages.
Tap Chrome on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Viewing webpages
Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.
Opening a new page
→
Tap
New tab.
To go to another webpage, scroll left or right on the title field, and tap the page to select it.
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Searching the web by voice
Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords
that appear.
Syncing with other devices
Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged
in with the same Google account.
→
To view open tabs on other devices, tap
Other devices. Select a webpage to open.
→
To view bookmarks, tap
Bookmarks.
Bluetooth
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.
•
Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.
•
•
Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.
Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).
Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth
feature.
→
To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap Settings Bluetooth, and then drag
the Bluetooth switch to the right.
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Web & network
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices
→
→
On the Applications screen, tap Settings Bluetooth Scan, and detected devices are
listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto-generated passkey
on both devices to confirm.
Sending and receiving data
Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is Gallery. Open Gallery
,
→
select an image, tap
Bluetooth, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices. After
that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image.
The transferred file is saved in the Bluetooth folder. If a contact is received, it is added to the
contacts list automatically.
Samsung Link
Use this application to play contents saved on various devices over the Internet. You can play
and send any file on any device to another device or web storage server.
To use this application, you must sign in to your Samsung account and register two or more
devices as file servers. The registration methods may vary depending on the device type. To
→
get more details, tap
Help.
Tap Samsung Link on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Sending files
Send files to other devices or upload them to web storage services. Select your device, tap
, select files, tap Done, and then select a device or web storage.
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Sharing files
Select a device or web storage, tap , select files, tap Done, and then select a sharing
method.
Managing contents on a web storage server
Select a web storage server, and then view and manage your files.
To download files from a web storage service, tap , select files, and then tap Done
.
→
To register web storage services to the device, tap
Register storage, and then tap Sign
in next to a web storage service.
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Media
Music
Use this application to listen to music.
Tap Music on the Applications screen.
•
Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.
•
Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.
Playing music
Select a music category, and then select a song to play.
Tap the album image to open the music player screen.
View file details.
Search for other devices to
play the file.
Adjust the volume.
Set the file as your favourite
track.
Turn on shuffle.
Change the repeat mode.
Open the playlist.
Hide the music player screen.
Restart the currently-playing
song or skip to the previous
song. Tap and hold to move
backwards quickly.
Skip to the next song. Tap and
hold to move forwards quickly.
Pause and resume playback.
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→
→
→
To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap
Settings Advanced Smart volume.
Smart volume may not be activated for some files.
When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device
volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent
damage to your hearing.
Setting a song as alarm tone
→
To use the currently-playing song as alarm tone, tap
Alarm tone, and select an option.
Creating playlists
Make an own selection of songs.
Tap , enter a title, and then tap OK. Select songs to include, and then tap Done
.
→
To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap
Add to playlist.
Playing music by mood
Play music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. When a new
→
song is added, tap Music square
.
Tap Music square and select a cell of mood. Or select multiple cells by dragging your finger.
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Camera
Use this application to take photos or videos.
Tap Camera on the Applications screen.
The camera automatically shuts off when unused.
Camera etiquette
•
•
•
Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.
Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.
Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.
Taking photos
Taking a photo
Tap
to take a photo.
Select among various
eꢀects that are
available.
Change the shooting
mode.
Indicates which
storage is in use.
Switch between still
and video mode.
Use this for
delayed-time shots.
Change the white
balance setting.
Open the image
viewer to display
photos.
Change the camera
settings.
Determine how much
light the camera’s
sensor receives.
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Scene mode
Predefined settings make point-and-shoot photos easier to take.
→
Tap
Scene mode.
•
Landscape: Use this setting to take photos of blue skies and landscapes with richer
colours.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Party/Indoor: Use this setting for well-lit indoor scenes.
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.
Candlelight: Use this setting for images of bright light against a dark background.
Backlight: Use this setting for subjects with bright lights behind them.
Night: Use this setting for images taken in darker conditions.
Shooting mode
Several photo effects are available.
→
Tap
Shooting mode.
•
•
•
•
Single shot: Take a single photo.
Panorama: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together.
Share shot: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct.
Buddy photo share: Set the device to recognise a person’s face that you have tagged
in a photo and send it to that person. Face recognition may fail depending on the face
angle, face size, skin colour, facial expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject
is wearing.
•
Smile shot: Take a photo when a subject smiles.
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Panoramic photos
A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots.
→
→
Tap
Shooting mode Panorama
.
Tap
and move the camera in any direction. When two panorama guide frames are
aligned, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop
shooting, tap again.
Taking videos
Taking a video
Slide the still-video switch to the video icon, and then tap
to take a video. To stop
recording, tap
.
The zoom function may not be available when recording at the highest resolution.
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Recording mode
Select among various
effects that are
available.
Indicates which
storage is in use.
Change recording
mode.
Switch between still
and video mode.
Use this for
delayed-time shots.
Determine how
much light the
camera’s sensor
receives.
Open the video
player to play videos.
Change the camera
settings.
Change the white
balance setting.
Tap
to change recording mode.
•
•
Normal: Use this mode for normal quality.
Limit for Email: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via email.
Zooming in and out
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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.
Configuring settings for Camera
Tap to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available in both
still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the mode
used.
•
•
Edit shortcuts: Reorganise shortcuts to frequently-used options.
GPS tag: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.
•
To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be
obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather
conditions.
•
Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet.
To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Shooting mode: Change the shooting mode.
Recording mode: Change the recording mode.
Effects: Select among various effects that are available.
Scene mode: Change the scene mode.
Brightness: Change the brightness.
Timer: Use this for delayed-time shots.
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•
•
Resolution: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it takes up
more memory.
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.
•
Metering: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.
Centre-weighted measures background light in the centre of the scene. Spot measures
the light value at a specific location. Matrix averages the entire scene.
•
•
Guidelines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
Contextual filename: Set the camera to display contextual tags. Activate this to use Tag
Buddy in Camera
.
•
Image quality: Set the quality level for photos. Higher quality images require more
storage space.
•
•
•
Video quality: Set the quality level for videos.
Storage: Select the memory location for storage.
Reset: Reset the camera settings.
Shortcuts
Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options.
→
Tap
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.
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Gallery
Use this application to view images and videos.
Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.
•
Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.
•
Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.
Viewing images
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When another application, such as Email, saves
an image, the Download folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise,
capturing a screenshot automatically creates the Screenshots folder. Select a folder to open
it.
In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen.
Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.
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.
Playing videos
Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap
.
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Editing images
When viewing an image, tap
and use the following functions:
•
•
•
Favourite: Add to the favourites list.
Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder.
Photo frame: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved
in the Photo frame folder.
•
•
•
Photo note: Use this to write a note on the back of the image. Tap to edit the note.
Copy to clipboard: Copy to clipboard.
Print: Print the image by connecting the device to a printer. Some printers may not be
compatible with the device.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Rename: Rename the file.
Buddy photo share: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image.
Rotate left: Rotate anticlockwise.
Rotate right: Rotate clockwise.
Crop: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it.
Set as: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image.
Details: View image details.
Settings: Change the Gallery settings.
Deleting images
Use one of the following methods:
•
•
→
In a folder, tap
Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap
.
When viewing an image, tap
.
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Sharing images
Use one of the following methods:
•
•
→
In a folder, tap
to others.
Select item, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them
When viewing an image, tap to send it to others or share it via social network services.
Setting as wallpaper
→
When viewing an image, tap
Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a
contact.
Tagging faces
→
→
When viewing an image, tap
Settings Tags, and then tick Face tag. 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
sending messages.
Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial
expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.
Using Tag Buddy
→
→
→
Tap
Settings Tags Tag buddy, and then drag the Tag buddy switch to the right
to display a contextual tag (weather, location, date, and person’s name) when opening an
image.
Creating new albums
Tap , enter a title for the album, and then tap OK. Select a folder in the left panel, and then
select images in the right panel. Tap and hold the selected images, drag them to the new
→
album, and then tap Done Move or Copy
.
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Video
Use this application to play video files.
Tap Video on the Applications screen.
•
Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.
•
Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.
Playing videos
Select a video to play.
Search for other
devices to play the
file.
Adjust the volume.
Skip to the next
video. Tap and hold
to move forwards
quickly.
Move forwards or
backwards by
dragging the bar.
Change screen ratio.
Switch to floating
screen mode.
Restart the current
video or skip to the
previous video. Tap
and hold to move
backwards quickly.
Pause and resume
playback.
Deleting videos
→
Tap
Delete, select videos, and then tap Delete.
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Sharing videos
→
Tap
Share via, select a sharing method, select videos, and then tap Done.
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, drag the player to another location.
YouTube
Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.
Tap YouTube on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Watching videos
Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video.
Tap to display full screen.
Sharing videos
Select the video to view, tap , and then select a sharing method.
Uploading videos
→
→
Tap
Uploads
, select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap
UPLOAD
.
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Flipboard
Use this application to access your personalised magazines.
Tap Flipboard on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
To start your Flipboard, flick left on the greeting page, select news topics, and then tap Build
Your Flipboard
.
Select a cover story or a topic, flick through the Flipboard pages, and then select an article to
read.
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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.
Select an application to view information. To download it, tap INSTALL. If there is a charge
for the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase
process.
•
When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon
appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications
panel and tap the icon to update the application.
•
To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, on the
→
→
Applications screen, tap Settings Security Unknown sources
.
Uninstalling applications
Uninstall the applications purchased from Play Store
.
→
Tap
My apps, select an application to delete in the list of installed applications, and
then tap Uninstall
.
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Samsung Apps
Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more
Tap Samsung Apps on the Applications screen.
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.
Installing applications
Browse applications by category. Tap CATEGORY to select a category.
To search for an application, tap at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the
search field.
Select an application to view information. To download it, tap Free. If there is a charge for the
application, tap the price, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the purchase
process.
When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears
at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and
tap the icon to update the application.
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Play Books
Use this application to read and download book files.
Tap Play Books on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Play Music
Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud
service.
Tap Play Music on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Play Games
Use this application to download and play games.
Tap Play Games on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
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Play Newsstand
Use this application to read the latest news articles.
Tap Play Newsstand on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Video Hub
Use this application to access and purchase videos.
Tap Video Hub on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Select a category, and then select a video.
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Utilities
Memo
Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.
Tap Memo on the Applications screen.
Composing memos
Tap , enter a memo, and then tap Save
.
→
To change the background colour, tap
colour.
Colour. Each category has different background
→
To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap
Lock.
Browsing memos
Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.
To search for a memo, tap
To change the view mode, tap
To delete memos, tap
To sort memos by date, tap
To send the text in memos to others, tap
.
.
.
→
Sort by
.
→
Share text via
.
→
To send memos to others, tap
Share via.
→
To print the memo by connecting the device to a printer, tap
not be compatible with the device.
Print. Some printers may
→
To import memos from Google Docs, tap
To export memos as another file format, tap
Import
.
→
Export
.
→
To change the memo settings, tap
Settings.
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Viewing a memo
Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos.
To edit the memo, tap the memo.
→
To delete the memo, tap
To change the background colour, tap
To set a PIN to lock or unlock the memo, tap
Delete.
→
Colour
.
→
Lock
.
→
To print the memo by connecting the device to a printer, tap
not be compatible with the device.
Print. Some printers may
→
To send the text to others, tap
To send the memo to others, tap
Share text via.
→
Share via
.
S Planner
Use this application to manage events and tasks.
Tap S Planner on the Applications screen.
Creating events or tasks
Tap , and then use one of the following methods:
•
•
Add event: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting.
Add task: Enter a task with an optional priority setting.
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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.
Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the Location field, tap
next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the
map that appears.
Attach an image. Tap Images, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images.
Syncing with Google Calendar
→
→
→
On the Applications screen, tap Settings Google under Accounts a Google account
→
Sync Calendar Sync now. To manually sync for updating, on the Applications screen, tap
S
→
→
Planner
Sync.
→
To display synced events or tasks, tap
tick calendars to display.
Settings, select the Google account, and then
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Changing calendar type
Tap the top left of the screen, and then select one from among different types of calendars
including 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.
Searching for events
Tap , and then enter a keyword to search for.
To view today’s events, tap Today at the top of the screen.
Deleting events
→
Select an event, and then tap
Delete.
Sharing events
→
Select an event, tap
Share via, and then select a sharing method.
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POLARIS Office 5
Use this application to edit documents in various formats, including spreadsheets and
presentations.
Tap POLARIS Office 5 on the Applications screen.
Some functions may not be available, depending on the file type.
Create a document.
Scroll left or right to view recent
documents.
Browse by document formats.
Browse folders.
View favourite documents.
Share documents with others.
Creating documents
Tap , and then select a document type.
Use the editing toolbar at the top of the screen to edit the document.
To finish, tap the document icon at the top left of the screen, tap Save, enter a filename, select
a folder to save to, and then tap Save
.
To save the document as a PDF file, tap the document icon at the top left of the screen, tap
PDF export, enter a filename, and then tap Export
.
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While editing the documents, tap , and then use one of the following functions:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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•
Switch to View Mode: Preview the document.
Find/Replace: Search for or replace text.
Page layout: Change the layout of pages.
View Settings: Change the view mode settings.
Read All: Read the document via the text-to-speech feature.
Screen capture: Capture the selected area.
View Information: View the document details.
Help: Access help information for using the POLARIS Office.
Slide note: Edit memos on slides.
Screen Conversion: Apply animation or transition effects to slides.
Filter: View cells filtered by specific criteria.
Sort: Sort cells by specific criteria.
Protect worksheet: Lock the sheet so that others cannot edit it.
Freeze frame: Keep the selected row in place.
Recalculation: Recalculate the functions on the sheet.
Reading documents
Tap a file on the recent documents screen. Or tap File Browser Form type, Favorites, or View
,
Together, and then select a file to open.
To draw on the document, tap
.
To search for a text string in the document, tap
.
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Tap , and then use one of the following functions:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Switch to Edit Mode: Open the editing toolbar.
Bookmark: Open the Bookmark panel. Select a label to go to bookmarks point.
View Settings: Change the view mode settings.
Screen capture: Capture the selected area.
View Information: View the document details.
Help: Access help information for using the POLARIS Office.
Single slide view: View slides one by one.
Slide note: Edit memos on slides.
Freeze frame: Keep the selected row in place.
Drive
Use this application to create and edit documents and share them with others via Google
Drive storage. When you create documents or upload files to Drive, your device automatically
syncs with the web server and any other computer with Drive installed. Access your files
without transferring or downloading.
Tap Drive on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
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Dropbox
Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When
you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other
computers that have Dropbox installed.
Tap Dropbox on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
When running Dropbox for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
setup.
Once Dropbox is activated, photos and videos taken with the device’s camera are uploaded to
Dropbox automatically. To view the uploaded photos or videos, tap
.
→
→
→
To upload files to Dropbox, tap
To open files in Dropbox, select a file.
While viewing images or videos, tap to add it to the favourites list. To open files in the
favourites list, tap
Upload here Photos or videos or Other files.
.
→
To share or delete files or create albums, tap
, and then select files.
Alarm
Use this application to set wake-up calls and alarms for important events.
Tap Alarm on the Applications screen.
Turn this alarm on or off.
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Setting alarms
Tap , set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap
Save
.
•
•
Location alarm: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.
Snooze: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset
time.
•
Smart alarm: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time.
Stopping alarms
Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag
outside the large circle to repeat
the alarm after a specified length of time.
Deleting alarms
Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap Delete
.
World Clock
Use this application to check the time of many major cities in the world.
Tap World Clock on the Applications screen.
Creating clocks
Tap , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap
.
To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap DST settings
.
Deleting clocks
Tap , select clocks, and then tap Delete
.
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Calculator
Use this application for simple or complex calculations.
Tap Calculator on the Applications screen.
To see the calculation history, tap
to hide the keypad.
→
To clear the history, tap
Clear history
.
S Voice
Use this application to command the device by voice to perform various features.
Tap S Voice on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Here are several examples of spoken commands:
•
•
•
Open music
Launch calculator
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.
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Using wake-up commands on the locked screen
On the locked screen, you can use various functions with preset wake-up commands.
→
To activate this feature, tap
Settings, and then tick Wake up in lock screen. Tap Set
wake-up command, and then set functions and voice commands.
Google
Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents
on the device as well.
Tap Google on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Searching the device
Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , speak a keyword, and
then select one of the suggested keywords that appear.
Search scope
→
→
To select what applications to search, tap
Settings Tablet 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. To change Google Now
→
→
settings, tap
Settings Google Now.
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Voice Search
Use this application to search webpages by speaking.
Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Speak a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the
suggested keywords that appear.
My Files
Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos,
songs, and sound clips.
Tap My Files on the Applications screen.
Select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap . To return to the root
directory, tap
.
In a folder, use one of the following functions:
•
•
•
•
: Search for files.
: Change the view mode.
: Create a folder.
Time: Sort files or folders.
Select a file or folder by ticking, and then use one of the following functions:
•
•
•
•
•
•
: Copy files or folders to another folder.
: Move files or folders to another folder.
: Delete files or folders.
: Send files to others.
→
→
Rename: Rename a file or folder.
Details: View file or folder details.
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Downloads
Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.
Tap Downloads on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
To see the files downloaded from the Internet, tap Internet downloads, otherwise, tap Other
downloads to see the files downloaded from other applications, such as Email
.
Select a file to open it with an appropriate application.
To sort the files by size, tap Sort by size
.
To sort the files by date, tap Sort by date
.
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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.
Searching for locations
Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. Once the location is found, select a
location to view the detailed information. Refer to the help for more information.
Getting directions for a destination
Tap to set starting and ending locations, and then select a travel method. The device
shows the routes to get to the destination.
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Local
Use this application to search for nearby restaurants, banks, bus stops, and more.
Tap Local on the Applications screen.
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Select a place category, and then select a place from the list of search results. Once the
location is found, view the place information, such as its location on the map or comments
from others. You can also rate the place, leave comments, and share the information with
others.
Navigation
Use this application to search for a route to a destination.
Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.
•
Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ
from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road
conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving. Follow all
safety warnings and regulations while driving.
•
This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Specify the destination by using various methods, such as speaking or entering the
destination address. Once a route is found, follow the on-screen instructions to navigate to
the destination.
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Settings
About Settings
Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.
Tap Settings on the Applications screen.
Bluetooth
Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.
To use more options, tap
.
•
•
•
Visibility timeout: Set duration that the device is visible.
Received files: View received files via the Bluetooth feature.
Help: Access help information for Bluetooth.
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.
WPS push button: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button.
WPS PIN entry: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.
Help: Access help information for Wi-Fi.
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Settings
Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy
→
→
→
On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi
Advanced Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep.
Setting Network notification
The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify
when available.
→
→
On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi
Advanced and tick Network notification to
activate this feature.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access
point.
→
On the Settings screen, tap Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Direct
.
Data usage
Keep track of your data usage amount.
More settings
Customise settings to control connections with other devices or networks.
Flight mode
This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.
VPN
Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).
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Settings
Nearby devices
•
File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other devices to access media files on your
device.
•
•
•
Shared contents: Set the device to share your content with other devices.
Allowed devices list: View the list of devices that can access your device.
Not-allowed devices list: View the list of devices that are blocked from accessing your
device.
•
•
Download to: Select a memory location for saving media files.
Upload from other devices: Set the device to accept uploads from other devices.
Kies via Wi-Fi
Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.
Blocking mode
Select which notifications will be blocked and how long to block them.
Sound
Change settings for various sounds on the device.
•
•
Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notifications.
Default notification sound: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and
alarms.
•
•
Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the
touch screen.
Screen lock sound: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen.
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Display
Change the settings for the display.
•
Wallpaper
:
–
–
–
Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.
Lock screen: Select a background image for the locked screen.
Home and lock screens: Select a background image for the Home screen and the
locked screen.
•
•
•
•
Notification panel: Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel.
Multi window: Set the device to use Multi Window.
Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.
Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s
backlight.
•
•
•
•
•
Daydream: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is charging.
Font style: Change the font type for display text.
Font size: Change the font size.
Increase legibility: Sharpen the text to make it easier to read.
Display battery percentage: Set the device to display the remaining battery life.
Storage
View memory information for your device and memory card, or format a memory card.
Formatting a memory card permanently deletes all data from it.
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified
capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you upgrade the device.
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Settings
Power saving mode
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.
Learn about Power saving mode: Discover how to reduce battery consumption.
Battery
View the amount of battery power consumed by your device.
Application manager
View and manage the applications on your device.
Location services
Change settings for location information permissions.
•
Access to my location: Set the device to allow applications to use your current location
information.
•
•
•
Use GPS satellites: Set the device to use the GPS satellite for finding the current location.
Use wireless networks: Set the device to use Wi-Fi for finding the current location.
My places: Set up profiles that will be used for specific locations when you use GPS, Wi-Fi,
or Bluetooth features to find your current location.
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Lock screen
Change settings for the locked screen.
•
•
•
Screen lock: Activate the screen lock feature.
Multiple widgets: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen.
Lock screen widgets: These settings are applied only when you set the swipe lock
option.
–
Clock or personal message: Set the device to show a clock or personal message on
the locked screen. The following options may vary, depending on your selection.
For a clock:
–
–
–
Clock size: Change the size of the clock.
Show date: Set the device to show the date with the clock.
Owner information: Enter your information that is shown with the clock.
For a personal message:
–
Edit personal message: Edit the personal message.
•
Shortcuts: Set the device to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•
•
•
Unlock effect: Select an effect when you unlock the screen.
Help text: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen.
Wake up in lock screen: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the
screen is locked.
•
Set wake-up command: Set a wake up command to launch S Voice or perform a
specified function.
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Security
Change settings for securing the device.
•
•
•
Encrypt device: Set a password to encrypt data saved on the device. You must enter the
password each time you turn on the device.
Charge the battery before enabling this setting because it may take more than an
hour to encrypt your data.
Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.
If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device
will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the
device.
Remote controls: Set the device 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 the device to allow location data collection and to
determine the location of your lost or stolen device via Wi-Fi.
•
Go to the find my mobile webpage: Access the Find my mobile website
Find my mobile website.
•
•
•
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 install applications from any source. If not chosen,
download applications only from Play Store
.
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Settings
•
•
Verify apps: Set the device to allow Google to check applications for harmful behaviour
before installing them.
Trusted credentials: Use certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various
applications.
•
•
Install from device storage: Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage.
Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.
Language and input
Change the settings for text input. Some options may not be available depending on the
selected language.
Language
Select a display language for all menus and applications.
Default
Select a default keyboard type for text input.
Google voice typing
To change the voice input settings, tap
.
•
•
Choose input languages: Select input languages for text input.
Block offensive words: Set the device to prevent the device from recognising offensive
words in voice inputs.
•
Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input.
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Settings
Samsung keyboard
To change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap
.
The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.
•
•
Input languages: Select languages for text input.
Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and
show word suggestions. You can also customise the word prediction settings.
•
•
Continuous input: Set the device to enter text by sweeping on the keyboard.
Cursor control: Enable the smart keyboard navigation feature to move the cursor by
scrolling the keyboard.
•
•
Key-tap sound: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.
Handwriting: Customise settings for handwriting mode, such as recognition time, pen
thickness, or pen colour.
•
Advanced
:
–
Auto capitalisation: Set the device to automatically capitalise the first character after
a final punctuation mark, such as a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark.
–
–
Auto spacing: Set the device to automatically insert a space between words.
Auto-punctuate: Set the device to insert a full stop when you double-tap the space
bar.
–
Character preview: Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped.
•
•
Help: Access help information for using the Samsung keyboard.
Reset settings: Reset Samsung keyboard settings.
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Settings
Voice search
•
Language: Select a language for the voice recognition.
•
Speech output: Set the device to provide voice feedback to alert you to the current
action.
•
•
•
Block offensive words: Hide offensive words from voice search results.
Offline speech recognition: Download and install language data for offline voice input.
Bluetooth headset: Set the device to allow a voice search with a Bluetooth headset,
when one is connected to the device.
Text-to-speech options
•
Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for
speech synthesis engines, tap
.
•
•
Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature.
Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example.
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.
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Backup and reset
Change the settings for managing settings and data.
•
Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application data to the Google
server.
•
•
Backup account: Set up or edit your Google backup account.
Automatic restore: Set the device to restore settings and application data when the
applications are reinstalled on the device.
•
Factory data reset: Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data.
Add account
Add email or SNS accounts.
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.
•
•
•
•
•
Set date: Set the current date manually.
Set time: Set the current time manually.
Select time zone: Set the home time zone.
Use 24-hour format: Display time in 24-hour format.
Select date format: Select a date format.
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Accessibility
Accessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access
and alert the following settings to improve accessibility to the device.
•
•
Auto-rotate screen: Set the interface to rotate automatically when you rotate the device.
Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s
backlight.
•
•
Speak passwords: Set the device to read aloud passwords you enter with Talkback.
Show shortcut: Add a shortcut to Accessibility on the quick menu that appears when
you press and hold the Power button.
•
Manage accessibility: Export or import the accessibility settings to share them with
other devices.
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–
–
Export: Export the current accessibility settings as a file.
Update: Import the current accessibility settings as a file.
Share via: Share a accessibility settings file to others.
•
•
•
•
TalkBack: Activate Talkback, which provides voice feedback.
Font size: Change the font size.
Magnification gestures: Set the device to zoom in and out with finger gestures.
Accessibility shortcut: Set the device to activate Talkback when you press and hold the
Power button, and then tap and hold the screen with two fingers.
•
Text-to-speech options
:
–
Preferred TTS engine: Select a speech synthesis engine. To change the settings for
speech synthesis engines, tap
.
–
–
Speech rate: Select a speed for the text-to-speech feature.
Listen to an example: Listen to the spoken text for an example.
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Settings
•
Enhance web accessibility: Set applications to install web scripts to make their web
content more accessible.
•
•
•
•
Sound balance: Adjust the sound balance when using a dual headset.
Mono audio: Enable mono sound when listening to audio with one earbud.
Turn off all sounds: Mute all device sounds.
Assistant menu: Set the device to show the assistive shortcut icon that helps you access
functions supported by external buttons or features on the notifications panel. You can
also edit the menu on the shortcut icon.
–
–
Dominant hand: Select the left or right hand for easy assistant menu use.
Edit: Customise the items that appear on the assistant menu.
•
•
Tap and hold delay: Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen.
Interaction control: Activate interaction control mode to restrict the reaction of the
device for inputs in an application.
About device
Access device information and update device software.
Google Settings
Use this application to configure settings for some features provided by Google.
Tap Google Settings on the Applications screen.
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Troubleshooting
Before contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some
situations may not apply to your device.
When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it
prompts you to enter one of the following codes:
•
Password: When the device lock feature is enabled, you must enter the password you set
for the device.
•
PIN: When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled, you
must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card. You can disable this feature by
using the Lock SIM card menu.
•
•
PUK: Your SIM or USIM card is blocked, usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly
several times. You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider.
PIN2: When you access a menu requiring the PIN2, you must enter the PIN2 supplied with
the SIM or USIM card. For details, contact your service provider.
Your device displays network or service error messages
•
When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception, you may lose reception. Move
to another area and try again. While moving, error messages may appear repeatedly.
•
You cannot access some options without a subscription. Contact your service provider for
more details.
Your device does not turn on
•
When the battery is completely discharged, your device will not turn on. Charge the
battery completely before turning on the device.
•
•
The battery may not be inserted properly. Insert the battery again.
Wipe both gold-coloured contacts and insert the battery again.
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The touch screen responds slowly or improperly
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If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the touch
screen may not function properly.
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If you are wearing gloves, if your hands are not clean while touching the touch screen,
or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips, the touch screen may
malfunction.
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The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
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, visit a Samsung Service Centre.
Your device freezes or has fatal errors
If your device freezes or hangs, you may need to close applications or reinsert the battery and
turn on the device to regain functionality. If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and
hold the Power button for more than 8 seconds to reboot.
If this does not solve the problem, perform a factory data reset. On the Applications
→
→
→
→
screen, tap Settings Backup and reset Factory data reset Reset device Erase
everything. Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make back-up copies of
all important data stored on the device.
If the problem is still not resolved, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Calls are not connected
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Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network.
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling.
Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number.
Others cannot hear you speaking on a call
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Ensure that you are not covering the built-in microphone.
Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth.
If using a headset, ensure that it is properly connected.
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Sound echoes during a call
Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume button or move to another area.
A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio
quality is poor
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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 another area and try again.
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When using the device while moving, wireless network services may be disabled due to
issues with the service provider’s network.
The battery icon is empty
Your battery is low. Recharge or replace the battery.
The battery does not charge properly (For Samsung-approved
chargers)
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Ensure that the charger is connected properly.
If the battery terminals are dirty, the battery may not charge properly or the device may
turn off. Wipe both gold-coloured contacts and try charging the battery again.
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The batteries in some devices are not user-replaceable. To have the battery replaced, visit
a Samsung Service Centre.
The battery depletes faster than when first purchased
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When you expose the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful charge
may be reduced.
Battery consumption increases when you use messaging features or some applications,
such as games or the Internet.
The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time.
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Your device is hot to the touch
When you use applications that require more power or use applications on your device for an
extended period of time, your device may feel hot to the touch. This is normal and should not
affect your device’s lifespan or performance.
Error messages appear when launching the camera
Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera
application. If you receive error messages when launching the camera, try the following:
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Charge the battery or replace it with a battery that is fully charged.
Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
Restart the device. If you are still having trouble with the camera application after trying
these tips, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Photo quality is poorer than the preview
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The quality of your photos may vary, depending on the surroundings and the
photography techniques you use.
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If you take photos in dark areas, at night, or indoors, image noise may occur or images
may be out of focus.
Error messages appear when opening multimedia files
If you receive error messages or files do not play, when opening multimedia files on your
device, try the following:
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Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device.
Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected. If the file is
DRM-protected, ensure that you have the appropriate licence or key to play the file.
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Ensure that your device supports the file type.
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Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device. Photos and videos
captured by other devices may not work properly.
Your device supports multimedia files that are authorised by your network service
provider or providers of additional services. Some content circulated on the Internet,
such as ringtones, videos, or wallpapers, may not work properly.
Another Bluetooth device is not located
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Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device.
Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect
to.
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Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum
Bluetooth range (10 m).
If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
A connection is not established when you connect the device to a
computer
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Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device.
Ensure that you have the proper driver installed and updated on your computer.
If you are a Windows XP user, ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher
installed on your computer.
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Ensure that you have Samsung Kies or Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on
your computer.
Your device cannot find your current location
GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors. Set the device to use Wi-Fi
or a mobile network to find your current location in these situations.
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Data stored on the device has been lost
Always make backup copies of all important data stored on the device. Otherwise, you
cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data
stored on the device.
A small gap appears around the outside of the device case
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This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of
parts may occur.
•
Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly.
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software version, and is subject to change without prior notice.
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