SAMSUNG SM-X510 Galaxy Tab S9 FE Tablet User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- Samsung
Table of Contents
- SAMSUNG SM-X510 Galaxy Tab S9 FE Tablet
- Product Information
- Getting Started
- Charging the battery
- Initial setup:
- Understanding the screen
- Apps and Features
- Settings
- More connection settings:
- Sound:
- Notifications:
- Display:
- Security and privacy:
- Getting started
- Inserting the SIM or USIM card
- Indicator icons
- Apps and features
- Pen settings
- Settings
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
SAMSUNG SM-X510 Galaxy Tab S9 FE Tablet
Product Information
Specifications:
- Model: SM-X510, SM-X610, SM-X518U
- Language: English (CA)
- Revision: 1.0
- Website: www.samsung.com/ca
Getting Started
Device layout and functions:
The device layout and functions may vary depending on the model. Below are
the common features:
- Microphone
- Volume button
- Side button (Fingerprint recognition sensor)
- Speaker
- Light sensor
- SIM card / microSD card tray (SM-X518U)
- microSD card tray (SM-X510)
- Front camera
- Air vent hole
- Headphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C)
- Touch screen
- Keyboard dock port
- Main antenna (SM-X518U)
- Rear camera
Charging the battery
- Connect the USB cable to the device’s multipurpose jack (USB Type-C).
- Plug the other end of the USB cable into a power adapter.
- Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet.
- The device will begin charging. The battery icon will indicate the charging status.
- Once fully charged, disconnect the USB cable from the device and the power adapter.
Nano-SIM card and eSIM:
Only applicable to mobile network enabled models.
- Locate the SIM card / microSD card tray (SM-X518U) or microSD card tray (SM-X510).
- Insert the Nano-SIM card or eSIM into the designated slot.
- Push the tray back into the device until it clicks into place.
microSD card:
- Locate the microSD card tray (SM-X510) or SIM card / microSD card tray (SM-X518U).
- Insert the microSD card into the designated slot.
- Push the tray back into the device until it clicks into place.
Turning the device on and off:
To turn on the device, press and hold the side button until the Samsung
logo appears. To turn off the device, press and hold the side button, then tap
“Power off” on the screen and confirm.
Initial setup:
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup of your device. This includes selecting language, connecting to a Wi-Fi network, signing in to a Samsung account, etc.
Samsung account:
A Samsung account is required to access certain features and services. If
you don’t have a Samsung account, you can create one during the initial setup
or by going to Settings > Accounts and backup > Accounts > Add account >
Samsung account.
Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch):
You can transfer data from your previous device to your new device using
the Smart Switch app. Install the Smart Switch app on both devices and follow
the on-screen instructions to transfer data wirelessly or using a USB cable.
Understanding the screen
The device screen displays various icons, notifications, and information.
Familiarize yourself with the different elements of the screen, such as the
status bar, navigation bar, app icons,
etc.
Notification panel:
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel. The
notification panel displays notifications, quick settings, and other options.
Screen capture and screen record:
You can capture a screenshot of the current screen by pressing and holding
the volume down button and the side button simultaneously. To record the
screen, swipe down the notification panel, tap “Screen recorder,” and follow
the on-screen instructions.
Entering text:
You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. Tap on a text field to bring
up the keyboard and start typing. You can also use voice input or other input
methods depending on your preferences.
Apps and Features
Below are some of the apps and features available on your device:
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Installing or uninstalling apps
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S Pen
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Phone
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Contacts
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Messages
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Camera
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Gallery
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AR Zone
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Bixby
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Bixby Vision
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Multi window (Using multiple apps at once)
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Samsung Internet
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Samsung Health
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Samsung Notes
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Samsung Members
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Samsung Kids
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Samsung Global Goals
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Samsung TV Plus
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PENUP
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Calendar
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Reminder (Receiving notifications for to-do items)
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Voice Recorder
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My Files (Checking and managing files)
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Clock
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Calculator
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Game Launcher
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Game Booster (Configuring your gaming environment)
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SmartThings
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Sharing content
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Music Share
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Smart View (Mirroring on a TV screen)
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Samsung Flow
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Daily Board
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Link to Windows (Using the device through a computer
connection) -
Samsung DeX
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Google apps
Settings
Introduction:
In the device settings, you can customize various options and preferences
to suit your needs. Below are some of the available settings:
Samsung account:
You can manage your Samsung account settings, including syncing data,
backup, and more.
Connections:
In the Connections settings, you can manage Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile
network (if applicable), and other connection-related options.
Wi-Fi:
Connect to available Wi-Fi networks, view saved networks, and manage Wi-Fi
settings.
Bluetooth:
Pair and connect to Bluetooth devices, view paired devices, and adjust
Bluetooth settings.
Data saver:
Enable data saver mode to reduce data usage on mobile network enabled
models.
Allowed networks for apps:
Define which networks specific apps are allowed to use on mobile network
enabled models.
Mobile Hotspot:
Set up and configure a mobile hotspot on mobile network enabled models.
More connection settings:
Access additional connection-related settings, including VPN, NFC, printing, and more.
Connected devices:
Manage connected devices such as Bluetooth devices, USB devices, and other
connected accessories.
Modes and Routines:
Customize modes and routines to automate certain actions based on specific
conditions or triggers.
Using modes:
Set up different modes for your device, such as silent mode, power-saving
mode, or do not disturb mode.
Using routines:
Create routines that automatically perform certain actions based on your
daily routine or specific events.
Sound:
Adjust sound settings, including volume, sound effects, and separate app sound.
Notifications:
Manage app notifications, including which apps can send notifications and how they are displayed.
Display:
Customize display settings, including wallpaper, home screen layout, lock screen settings, and more.
Motion smoothness:
Adjust the motion smoothness of the device screen for a smoother visual
experience.
Wallpaper and style:
Change the device’s wallpaper and customize the overall style, including
themes, icons, and fonts.
Home screen:
Customize the home screen layout, widgets, and app shortcuts.
Lock screen:
Configure lock screen settings, including lock screen type, notifications
on the lock screen, and more.
Smart Lock:
Enable Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked in trusted locations or when
connected to trusted devices.
Security and privacy:
Manage security and privacy-related settings on your device.
Face recognition:
Set up face recognition as a biometric security measure to unlock your device.
Fingerprint recognition:
Register and manage fingerprints for secure biometric authentication.
Samsung Pass:
Use Samsung Pass to securely store and autofill passwords for various apps
and websites.
Secure Folder:
USER MANUAL
SM-X510 SM-X610 SM-X518U
English (CA). 09/2023. Rev.1.0
Table of Contents
Getting started
5 Device layout and functions 9 Charging the battery 12 Nano-SIM card and eSIM
(Mobile
network enabled models) 14 microSD card 17 Turning the device on and off 17
Initial setup 18 Samsung account 19 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch) 22 Understanding the screen 30 Notification panel 32
Screen capture and screen record 33 Entering text
Apps and features
36 Installing or uninstalling apps 37 S Pen 49 Phone 52 Contacts 54 Messages
56 Camera 68 Gallery 72 AR Zone 78 Bixby
80 Bixby Vision 81 Multi window (Using multiple apps
at once) 84 Samsung Internet 85 Samsung Health 86 Samsung Notes 91 Samsung
Members 91 Samsung Kids 92 Samsung Global Goals 92 Samsung TV Plus 92 PENUP 93
Calendar 94 Reminder (Receiving notifications
for to-do items) 95 Voice Recorder 96 My Files (Checking and managing
files) 96 Clock 96 Calculator 97 Game Launcher 98 Game Booster (Configuring
your
gaming environment) 99 SmartThings 99 Sharing content 101 Music Share 102
Smart View (Mirroring on a TV
screen) 103 Samsung Flow
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104 Daily Board 107 Link to Windows (Using the device
through a computer connection) 108 Samsung DeX 109 Google apps
Settings
110 Introduction 110 Samsung account 110 Connections
112 Wi-Fi 113 Bluetooth 115 Data saver (Mobile network
enabled models) 115 Allowed networks for apps
(Mobile network enabled models) 116 Mobile Hotspot (Mobile network enabled
models) 116 More connection settings 118 Connected devices 119 Modes and
Routines 119 Using modes 119 Using routines 120 Sound 121 Sound quality and
effects 121 Separate app sound 122 Notifications 122 Display 123 Motion
smoothness 124 Wallpaper and style 124 Home screen 124 Lock screen 125 Smart
Lock
125 Security and privacy 126 Face recognition 128 Fingerprint recognition 130
Samsung Pass 133 Secure Folder 136 Secure Wi-Fi
137 Location 137 Safety and emergency 138 Accounts and backup
139 Users 141 Samsung Cloud 142 Google 142 Advanced features 143 Motions and
gestures 144 Video call effects 145 Dual Messenger 146 Digital Wellbeing and
parental controls 146 Battery and device care 146 Optimizing your device 147
Battery 147 Storage 147 Memory 148 Auto optimization 148 Software update 148
Diagnostics 148 Maintenance mode 148 Apps 149 General management 150
Accessibility 151 Software update 151 Tips and User Manual 152 About tablet
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Usage notices
153 Precautions for using the device 155 Notes on package contents and
accessories 156 Maintaining water and dust
resistance 157 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
161 Troubleshooting 166 Removing the battery
Health and Safety
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Getting started
Device layout and functions
SM-X510, SM-X518U:
Microphone Volume button
Side button (Fingerprint recognition sensor)
Speaker
Microphone Light sensor
SM-X518U: SIM card / microSD card tray
SM-X510: microSD card tray
Front camera Air vent hole
Light sensor Headphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C)
Touch screen Keyboard dock port
Main antenna (SM-X518U)
Speaker
Microphone Rear camera
Main antenna (SM-X518U) GPS antenna
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Microphone Volume button Side button (Fingerprint recognition sensor)
Speaker Microphone Light sensor
Touch screen
Speaker
Front camera Air vent hole microSD card tray
Light sensor Headphone jack / Multipurpose jack (USB Type-C) Keyboard dock
port
Microphone Rear camera
GPS antenna
Getting started
· Use the device in a place without magnetic interference for the device to
operate normally.
· Your device and some accessories (sold separately) contain magnets. Keep it
away from credit cards, implanted medical devices, and other devices that may
be affected by magnets. In the case of medical devices, keep your device more
than 15 cm apart. Stop using your device if you suspect any interference with
your medical device and consult your physician or your medical device
manufacturer.
· Keep a safe distance between objects that are affected by magnets, and your
device and some accessories (sold separately) that contain magnets. Objects
such as credit cards, passbooks, access cards, boarding passes, or parking
passes may be damaged or disabled by the magnets in the device.
· When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using the
speakerphone, do not place the device close to your ears.
· Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as
direct sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, the
camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is irreparable and
will cause dots or spots in pictures.
· If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a
risk of injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung
Service Centre or an authorized service centre.
· If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, or
if these parts are covered, the device’s sound may become quiet or certain
features may not work. If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials
with a sharp object, the device may be damaged and its appearance may be
affected.
· Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following
situations: If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device If you
cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while using
certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
· If the air vent hole or the area around the rear camera is covered by an
accessory, such as a protective film or sticker, unwanted noises may occur
during calls or media playback.
· Do not cover the light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a
cover. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
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Hard buttons
Button
Side button
Side button + Volume Down button
Function · When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on. · Press to
turn on or lock the screen. · Press and hold to start a conversation with
Bixby. Refer to
Using Bixby for more information. · Press twice or press and hold to open the
app or feature you
set.
· Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot. · Press and hold
simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side button
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side button twice or
pressing and holding the Side button. Open Settings, tap Advanced features
Side button, and then select an option you want.
Soft buttons
Recents button
Home button Back button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. Refer to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.
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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been
unused for an extended period.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and plug the cable into the
device’s multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging,
disconnect the charger from the device.
Quick charging
Use a super fast charger or fast charger. You can check the connection status
of the charger by opening Settings and tapping Battery and device care
Battery.
· If fast charging does not work, open Settings, tap Battery and device care
Battery More battery settings, and then check if the feature you want is
turned on. Also, check if the USB cable and the USB power adapter are
connected properly.
· You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is
turned off.
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Charging other devices
Use the USB cable to charge another mobile device with your tablet’s battery.
Connect your tablet and the other device using your tablet’s USB cable. A USB
connector may be needed depending on the other device. When charging starts,
the battery charging icon will appear on the other device’s screen.
The app selection pop-up window that appears on your tablet is for data
transfer. Do not select an app from the pop-up window.
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power. ·
Optimize the device using the device care feature. · When you are not using
the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Side button. · Turn on power
saving mode. · Close unnecessary apps. · Turn off the Bluetooth feature when
not in use. · Turn off auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced. · Decrease
the backlight time. · Decrease the screen brightness.
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Battery charging tips and precautions
Use only Samsung-approved battery, charger, and cable specifically designed
for your device. An incompatible battery, charger, or cable can cause serious
injuries or damage to your device. · Connecting the charger improperly may
cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. · Use USB Type-C cable
supplied with the device. The device may be damaged if
you use a Micro USB cable. · If you charge the device while the multipurpose
jack is wet, the device may be
damaged. Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device. · 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. · When using a charger, it is
recommended to use an approved charger that guarantees the charging
performance. · 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. · If you use
multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to another
device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery. · Using a
power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a
slower charging speed because of a lower electric current. · 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 and the charger 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. · If the device is not
charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Centre
or an authorized service centre.
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Nano-SIM card and eSIM (Mobile network enabled
models)
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by your carrier. To have two phone
numbers or carriers for a single device, activate the eSIM. Differing from a
physical nano-SIM card, an eSIM is an embedded digital SIM. Using both the
nano-SIM card and the eSIM may result in slower data transfer speeds in some
areas.
· eSIM may not be available depending on the region, carrier, or model. · Some
services that require a network connection may not be available
depending on the carrier.
Inserting the SIM or USIM card
SM-X518U:
1
2
3
4
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. 2 Pull
the tray gently from the tray slot. 3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray
with the gold-coloured contacts facing
downwards and gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.
4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
· Use only a nano-SIM card. · Use caution not to lose or let others use the
SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
· Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the
device
may be damaged. · If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card
may fall out of the tray. · If you insert the tray into your device while the
tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry. · Fully insert the tray into the
tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.
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Activating an eSIM
Open Settings and tap Connections SIM manager Add eSIM. When a mobile plan is
found, follow the on-screen instructions to activate the eSIM. If you have a
QR code provided by your carrier, open Settings, tap Connections SIM manager
Add eSIM Scan QR code, and then scan the QR code.
SIM manager
Open Settings and tap Connections SIM manager. · SIM cards: Activate the SIM
card to use and customize the SIM card settings. · eSIMs: Activate the eSIM. ·
Moble data: Set the device to use another SIM card for data services if the
preferred SIM card cannot connect to the network. You may incur additional
charges when using this feature. · More SIM settings: Customize the call or
eSIM settings.
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microSD card
Inserting an SD card
Your device’s SD card capacity may vary from other models and some SD cards
may not be compatible with your device depending on the SD card manufacturer
and type. To check out your device’s maximum SD card capacity, refer to the
Samsung website.
SM-X510, SM-X518U:
1
2
3
4
SM-X610:
1
2
3
4
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray. 2 Pull the tray gently from the tray slot.
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3 SM-X510, SM-X518U: Place an SD card on the tray with the gold-coloured
contacts
facing downwards and gently press the SD card into the tray to secure it.
SM-X610: Place an SD card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing
upwards and gently press the SD card into the tray to secure it.
4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
· Use only a microSD card. · Some SD cards may not be fully compatible with
the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device, the SD card, or the data stored in
it. · Use caution to insert the SD card right side up. · Ensure that the
ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device
may be damaged. · When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data
connection will be
disabled. (Mobile network enabled models) · If the card is not fixed firmly
into the tray, the SD card may fall out of the tray. · If you insert the tray
into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry. · Fully insert the tray into the
tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device. · The device supports
the FAT and the exFAT file systems for SD cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to
reformat the card or will not recognize the card. To use the SD card, you must
format it. If your device cannot format or recognize the SD card, contact the
SD card manufacturer, a Samsung Service Centre or an authorized service
centre. · Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of SD
cards. · When inserting an SD card into the device, the SD card’s file
directory appears in the My Files SD card folder.
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Removing the SD card
Before removing the SD card, first unmount it for safe removal.
1 Open Settings and tap Battery and device care Storage. 2 Swipe to the left
to access the SD card page. 3 Tap Unmount.
Do not remove external storage, such as an SD card or USB storage, while the
device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring
data. Doing so can cause data to be damaged or lost or cause damage to the
external storage or tablet. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including
loss of data, resulting from the misuse of external storage devices.
Formatting the SD card
An SD card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device.
Format the SD card on the device.
1 Open Settings and tap Battery and device care Storage. 2 Swipe to the left
to access the SD card page. 3 Tap Format.
Before formatting the SD card, remember to make backup copies of all important
data stored in the SD card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of
data resulting from user actions.
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Turning the device on and off
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas
where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as airplanes and
hospitals.
Side button Volume Down button
Turning the device on
Press and hold the Side button for a few seconds to turn on the device.
Turning the device off 1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side
button and the Volume Down button
simultaneously. Alternatively, open the notification panel, swipe downwards,
and then tap .
2 Tap Power off.
To restart the device, tap Restart. You can set the device to turn off when
you press and hold the Side button. Open Settings, tap Advanced features Side
button, and then tap Power off menu under Press and hold.
Forcing restart
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side button and
the Volume Down button simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Initial setup
When you turn on your device for the first time or perform a data reset,
follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.
If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you might not be able to set up some
device features during the initial setup.
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Samsung account
Using the Samsung account, you can use a variety of Samsung services that are
provided through mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. To check the
list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit
account.samsung.com.
1 Open Settings and tap Samsung account.
Alternatively, open Settings and tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts Add
account Samsung account.
2 Sign in to your Samsung account. If you do not have a Samsung account, tap
Create
account.
Finding your ID and resetting your password
If you forget your Samsung account ID or password, tap Find ID or Forgot
password? on the Samsung account sign-in screen. You can find your ID or reset
your password after you enter the required information.
Signing out of your Samsung account
When you sign out of your Samsung account, your data, such as contacts or
events, will also be removed from your device.
1 Open Settings and tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts. 2 Tap Samsung
account My profile and tap Sign out at the bottom of the screen. 3 Tap Sign
out, enter your Samsung account password, and then tap OK.
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Transferring data from your previous device
(Smart Switch)
You can use Smart Switch to transfer data from your previous device to your
new tablet. Open Settings and tap Accounts and backup Bring data from old
device.
· This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers. ·
Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the
right to transfer.
Transferring data using a USB cable
You can connect your previous device to your new tablet with the USB cable to
transfer data.
1 Connect your new tablet and the previous device using your new tablet’s USB
cable.
A USB connector may be needed depending on the previous device.
2 When the app selection pop-up window appears, tap Smart Switch Receive data.
3 In the previous device, tap OK.
If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store. Your
new tablet will recognize the previous device and a list of data you can
transfer will appear.
4 On your new tablet, select an option you want, tap Next, and then follow the
on-screen instructions to transfer data. Do not disconnect the USB cable from
the device when you are transferring files. Doing so may cause data loss or
device damage. Transferring data increases the battery power consumption of
your device. Ensure that your device is sufficiently charged before
transferring data. If the battery power is low, data transfer may be
interrupted.
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Transferring data wirelessly
Transfer data from your previous device to your new tablet wirelessly through
Wi-Fi Direct.
1 On the previous device, open Smart Switch.
If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store.
2 On your new tablet, open Settings and tap Accounts and backup Bring data
from
old device.
3 Place the devices near each other. 4 On the previous device, tap Send data
Wireless. 5 On your new tablet, tap Receive data, select your previous
device’s operating system,
and then tap Wireless.
6 On the previous device, tap Allow. 7 On your new tablet, select an option
you want, tap Next, and then follow the
on-screen instructions to transfer data.
Backing up and restoring data using external storage
Transfer data using external storage, such as a microSD card.
1 Back up data from your previous device to external storage. 2 Insert or
connect the external storage device to your tablet. 3 On your tablet, open
Settings and tap Accounts and backup External storage
transfer.
4 Select the backup data under Restore from. 5 Select an option you want, tap
Next, and then follow the on-screen instructions to
transfer data.
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Transferring backup data from a computer
Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to
your new tablet.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
2 On the computer, open Smart Switch.
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer
using an app provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth
step.
3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the device’s USB cable. 4
On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the
device.
Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.
5 Connect your new tablet to the computer using the USB cable. 6 On the
computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your new
tablet.
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Understanding the screen
Controlling the touch screen
Tapping Tap the screen.
Dragging Touch and hold an item and drag it to the target position. Swiping
Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right.
Touching and holding Touch and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds.
Double tapping Double tap the screen.
Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
· Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical
devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
· To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or
apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips or other object.
· It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touch
screen for extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-
in) or ghosting.
The device may not recognize touch inputs close to the edges of the screen,
which are outside of the touch input area.
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Navigation bar (soft buttons)
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear on the navigation
bar at the bottom of the screen. The soft buttons are set to the Recents
button, Home button, and Back button by default. The functions of the buttons
can change according to the app currently being used or usage environment.
Button
Recents
Home
Back
Function · Tap to open the list of recent apps. · Tap to return to the Home screen. · Touch and hold to open the Google Assistant app. · Tap to return to the previous screen.
Hiding the navigation bar
Check files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar.
Open Settings, tap Display Navigation bar, and then tap Swipe gestures under
Navigation type. The navigation bar will be hidden and the gesture hints will
appear. Tap More options and select an option you want.
Swipe from bottom
Swipe from sides and bottom
If you want to hide the gesture hints at the bottom of the screen, tap the Gesture hint switch to turn it off.
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Home screen and Apps screen
The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s
features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. The Apps screen
displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.
Switching between Home and Apps screens
On the Home screen, swipe upwards to open the Apps screen. To return to the
Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen. Alternatively, tap
the Home button or the Back button.
Favourite apps
Finder
Home screen
Apps screen
If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping the button. On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, tap Settings, and then tap the Show Apps screen button on Home screen switch to turn it on. The Apps button will be added at the bottom of the Home screen.
Apps button
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Editing the Home screen
On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers
together to access the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add
widgets, and more. You can also add, delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.
· Adding panels: Swipe to the left, and then tap . · Moving panels: Drag a
panel preview to a new location. · Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.
· Wallpaper and style: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and
the locked screen.
· Widgets: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app features to provide
information and convenient access on your Home screen. Select a widget and tap
Add. The widget will be added on the Home screen.
· Settings: Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen layout.
Displaying all apps on the Home screen
Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all
apps on the Home screen. On the Home screen, touch and hold an empty area, and
then tap Settings Home screen layout Home screen only Apply.
Launching Finder
Search for content on the device.
1 On the Apps screen, tap Search. Alternatively, open the notification panel,
swipe
downwards, and then tap .
2 Enter a keyword.
Apps and content on your device will be searched. If you tap on the keyboard,
you can search for more content.
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Moving items
Drag an item to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to
the side of the screen. To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, touch
and hold an item on the Apps screen, and then tap Add to Home. A shortcut to
the app will be added on the Home screen. You can also move frequently used
apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen.
Creating folders
On the Home screen or the Apps screen, drag an app over another app. A new
folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap Folder name and enter
a folder name.
· Adding more apps Tap on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap Done. You
can also add an app by dragging it to the folder.
· Moving apps from a folder Drag an app to a new location.
· Deleting a folder Touch and hold a folder, and then tap Delete folder. Only
the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps
screen.
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Taskbar
The taskbar appears at the bottom of screen while using an app. The favourite
apps from the bottom of the Home screen, recently used apps, and the all apps
button will be displayed on the taskbar. You can switch apps by selecting the
app you want from the taskbar.
You can also run multiple apps at the same time. While using an app, drag the
app you want from the taskbar upwards, and then drop it wherever you want.
All apps button
Favourite apps
Recently used apps
If you do not want to use the taskbar, open Settings, tap Display, and then tap the Taskbar switch to turn it off.
Edge panel
You can access your favourite apps and features from the Edge panels. Drag the
Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. If the Edge panel handle
is not visible, open Settings, tap Display, and then tap the Edge panels
switch to turn it on.
Edge panel handle
Edge panel
Edge panel settings
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Lock screen
Pressing the Side button turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen
turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified
period. To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on.
If the screen is off, press the Side button to turn on the screen.
Alternatively, double tap the screen.
Changing the screen lock method
To change the screen lock method, open Settings, tap Lock screen Screen lock
type, and then select a method. When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or your
biometric data for the screen lock method, you can protect your personal
information by preventing others from accessing your device. After setting the
screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking
it.
You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if the unlock code is
entered incorrectly several times in a row and the attempt limit is reached.
Open Settings, tap Lock screen Secure lock settings, unlock the screen using
the preset screen lock method, and then tap the Auto factory reset switch to
turn it on.
Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table are most common.
Icon
Meaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ network connected
/
LTE network connected
5G network connected
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Icon
Meaning
LTE network connected in LTE network that includes the 5G network
Wi-Fi connected
Bluetooth feature turned on
Location services being used
Call in progress
Missed call
New text or multimedia message
Alarm turned on
Mute mode
Flight mode turned on
Error occurred or caution required
/
Battery charging / Battery power level
· The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To
display the status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.
· Some indicator icons appear only when you open the notification panel. · The
indicator icons may appear differently depending on the carrier or model.
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Getting started
Notification panel
When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar.
To check out more information about the icons, open the notification panel and
check the details. To open the notification panel, drag the status bar
downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen. You
can use the following functions on the notification panel.
Quick settings
Open Settings.
Control connected nearby devices and SmartThings
devices and scenes.
Control media on your tablet and connected nearby devices.
Check the notification details and perform various
actions.
Clear all notifications.
Access the notification settings.
Using the quick settings panel
Swipe downwards on the notification panel to open the quick settings panel.
Quick settings Adjust the brightness of the display.
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Getting started Tap each button to turn the specific feature on or off. To
access more detailed settings, tap the text under a button or touch and hold a
button. To edit buttons, tap or tap Edit buttons. To display the screen
brightness adjustment bar on the notification panel, tap Quick panel layout
Brightness control Show always.
Controlling media playback
Control media on your tablet and connected nearby devices on the notification
panel.
1 Open the notification panel and tap Media output. 2 Tap the icons on the
controller to control the playback. Controlling nearby devices
Launch and take control of nearby connected devices and frequently used
SmartThings devices and scenes on the notification panel.
1 Open the notification panel and tap Device control.
Nearby connected devices and SmartThings devices and scenes will appear.
2 Select a nearby device or a SmartThings device to control it, or select a
scene to
launch it.
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Getting started
Screen capture and screen record
Screen capture
Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or
share the captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable
area.
How to capture a screenshot
Use the following methods to capture a screenshot. You can check the captured
screenshots in Gallery. Method 1) Button capture: Press the Side button and
the Volume Down button simultaneously. Method 2) Swipe capture: With the edge
of your hand, swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen.
· It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and
features. · If capturing a screenshot by swiping is not turned on, open
Settings, tap
Advanced features Motions and gestures, and then tap the Palm swipe to capture
switch to turn it on.
After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the
bottom of the screen:
· : Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated page,
such as a webpage. When you tap , the screen will automatically scroll down
and more content will be captured.
· : Write or draw on the screenshot or crop a portion from the screenshot. You
can check the cropped area in Gallery.
· : Add tags to the screenshot. To search for screenshots by tag, tap in
Gallery. You can access the tags list and search for the screenshot you want.
· : Share the screenshot with others. If the options are not visible on the
captured screen, open Settings, tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen
recorder, and then tap the Show toolbar after capturing switch to turn it on.
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Screen record
Record the screen while using your device.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (Screen
recorder). 2 Select a sound setting and tap Start recording.
After a countdown, recording will start. · To write or draw on the screen, tap
. · To show the S Pen pointer on the screen, tap . · To record the screen with
a video overlay of yourself, tap .
3 When you are finished recording the video, tap .
You can check the video in Gallery. To change the screen recorder settings,
open Settings and tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder.
Entering text
Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text.
Additional keyboard functions
Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it
twice. Enter symbols.
Access more keyboard functions.
Delete a preceding character. Break to the next line.
Move the cursor.
Enter a space.
Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.
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Getting started
Changing the input language
Tap Languages and types Manage input languages and select the languages to
use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input
languages by tapping .
Changing the keyboard
On the navigation bar, tap to change the keyboard. To change the keyboard
type, tap Languages and types, select a language, and then select the keyboard
type you want.
If the keyboard button ( ) does not appear on the navigation bar, open
Settings, tap General management Keyboard list and default, and then tap the
Keyboard button on navigation bar switch to turn it on.
Additional keyboard functions
· : Enter emojis, stickers, and more. You can also enter your emoji stickers
that look like you. Refer to Using your AR emoji stickers in chats for more
information.
· : Add an item from the clipboard. · : Switch to the split keyboard. · :
Switch to the floating keyboard. You can move the keyboard to another location
by dragging the tab. · : Switch to handwriting mode. · : Enter text by voice.
· : Change the keyboard settings. Tap to use more keyboard functions. · :
Search for content and enter it. · : Translate text and enter it. · :
Recognize text from documents or images and enter it.
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· : Enter your personal information registered to Samsung Pass. · : Find
spelling and grammatical mistakes and get suggestions when writing in
English. · : Share music links. · : Share video links. · : Enter emojis. · :
Attach GIFs. · / / : Enter stickers. · : Change the keyboard size. · : Open
the text editing panel.
Some features may not be available depending on the carrier or model.
Copying and pasting
1 Touch and hold over text. 2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap
Select all to select all text. 3 Tap Copy or Cut.
The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
4 Touch and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste.
To paste text that you have previously copied, tap Clipboard and select the
text.
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Installing or uninstalling apps
Galaxy Store
Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialized for
Samsung Galaxy devices. Open the Galaxy Store app. Browse apps by category or
tap to search for a keyword.
· This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model. · To change
the auto update settings, tap Menu Auto update apps, and
then select an option.
Play Store
Purchase and download apps. Open the Play Store app. Browse apps by category
or search for apps by keyword.
To change the auto update settings, tap your account icon, tap Settings
Network preferences Auto-update apps, and then select an option.
Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
Touch and hold an app and select an option. · Uninstall: Uninstall downloaded
apps. · Disable: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from
the device. Some apps may not support this feature.
Enabling apps
Open Settings, tap Apps Disabled OK, select an app, and then tap Enable.
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Setting app permissions
For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use
information on your device. To access your app permission settings, open
Settings and tap Apps. Select an app and tap Permissions. You can check the
app’s permissions list and change its permissions. To check or change app
permission settings by permission category, open Settings and tap Apps
Permission manager. Select an item and select an app.
If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may
not function properly.
S Pen
Using the S Pen
S Pen button
· Do not bend or apply excessive pressure with the S Pen while using it. The S
Pen may be damaged or the nib may be deformed.
· Do not hard press on the screen with the S Pen. The pen nib may be deformed.
· If there is a magnet near the device, some S Pen actions, such as tapping
the
touch screen, may not work. · If you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the
screen, the device may not recognize
the S Pen actions. · If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a
Samsung Service Centre or an
authorized service centre.
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Air command
(Launching S Pen features and apps directly)
Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and direct access to
frequently used apps. To open the Air command panel, hover the S Pen over the
screen and press the S Pen button. Alternatively, hover the S Pen over the
screen and tap the Air command icon ( ) with the S Pen. Select a function or
app on the Air command panel.
S Pen settings
· Create note: Create notes in a pop-up window. You can also launch this
feature by double tapping the screen while pressing and holding the S Pen
button. Refer to Samsung Notes for more information.
· View all notes: Access all notes in the Samsung Notes app. · Smart select:
Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or
saving. Refer to Smart select for more information. · Screen write: Capture
screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the
captured image. You can also capture the current content and the hidden
content on an elongated page, such as a webpage. Refer to Screen write for
more information. · Live messages: Instead of text message, create and send a
unique message by recording your actions while handwriting or drawing a live
message and saving it as an animated file. Refer to Live messages for more
information.
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· AR Doodle: Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces
or anywhere else. Refer to AR Doodle for more information.
· Translate: Hover the S Pen over a word to translate it. Refer to Translate
for more information.
· PENUP: Post your artwork, check out others’ artwork, and get useful drawing
tips. · Bixby Vision: Use the Bixby Vision features to search for similar
images, detect and
translate text, and more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more information. ·
Glance: Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to
open the app in full screen. Refer to Glance for more information. · Write on
calendar: Open the Calendar app and write or draw on the screen. Refer to
Write on calendar for more information. · Colouring: Add colours to images
provided by PENUP using the S Pen. · Add: Add shortcuts to frequently used
apps to the Air command panel.
Air command icon
When you hover the S Pen over the screen, the Air command icon ( ) will remain
on the screen for a short time. You can open the Air command panel by tapping
the icon with the S Pen. If the Air command icon does not appear on the
screen, open Settings, tap Advanced features S Pen Air command, and then tap
the Show Air command icon switch to turn it on. To move the icon, drag to a
new location.
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Smart select
Use the S Pen to select an area and perform actions, such as sharing or
saving. You can also select an area from a video and capture it as a GIF.
1 When there is content you want to capture, such as a part of an image, open
the Air
command panel and tap Smart select.
2 Select a desired shape icon on the toolbar and drag the S Pen across the
content you
want to select.
3 Select an option to use with the selected area.
· Pin: Pin the selected area to the screen. You can also insert the image into
other apps, such as Samsung Notes. Drag the image to the other app’s screen.
· Copy: Copy and paste the selected area into another app or other devices
signed in to your Samsung account.
· : Extract text from the selected area. · : Automatically changes the
appearance of the selected area. · : Write or draw on the selected area. · :
Share the selected area with others. · : Save the selected area in Gallery.
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Capturing an area from a video
While playing a video, select an area and capture it as a GIF.
1 When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the
Air
command panel and tap Smart select.
2 On the toolbar, tap . 3 Adjust the position and size of the capturing area.
Adjust the position.
Drag a corner of the frame to resize.
4 Tap Record to start capturing.
· Before capturing a video, make sure that the video is playing. · The maximum
duration you can capture an area of the video for will be displayed
on the screen. · When capturing an area from a video, its sound will not be
recorded.
5 Tap Stop to stop capturing. 6 Select an option to use with the selected
area.
· Pin: Pin the selected area to the screen. You can also insert the GIF into
other apps, such as Samsung Notes. Drag the GIF to the other app’s screen.
· Copy: Copy and paste the selected area into another app or other devices
signed in to your Samsung account.
· : Write or draw on the selected area. Tap to check the result before saving
the file.
· : Share the selected area with others. · : Save the selected area in
Gallery.
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Screen write
Capture screenshots to write or draw on them or crop an area from the captured
image.
1 When there is content you want to capture, open the Air command panel and
tap
Screen write. The current screen is automatically captured and the editing
toolbar appears.
2 Write a memo on the screenshot.
Pen settings
Save
Eraser
Share
Undo
Redo
3 Share or save the screenshot.
You can check the captured screenshots in Gallery.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps.
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Live messages
(Recording and sending the message creation process)
Instead of a text message, create and send a unique message by recording your
actions while handwriting or drawing a live message and saving it as an
animated file.
1 When you want to send an animated message, open the Air command panel and
tap
Live messages.
2 Customize background image and tap Done or Start drawing. 3 Write or draw on
the live message screen.
Pen settings
Change the file format.
Undo
Start over.
Message input limit
Preview
4 Tap Done.
The live message will be saved in Gallery as a GIF or a video.
5 Tap Share and select a method.
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Translate
Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate. The units included in the
text will also be converted.
1 When there is text you want to translate, open the Air command panel and tap
Translate.
2 Select the languages on the translator panel at the top of the screen.
You can change the text between words and sentences by tapping or .
3 Hover the S Pen over the text you want to translate or the unit you want to
convert.
The translated text will appear. To listen to the pronunciation of the
original text, tap . The icon may not appear depending on the language you
select.
Select languages.
Translation result
Text selecting granularity (word or sentence)
· This feature does not support some languages. · This feature is available only when detectable text is on the screen.
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Bixby Vision
When you hover the S Pen over the content, the content is recognized and
available search icons will appear. Use the features to search for similar
images, detect and translate text, and more. Refer to Bixby Vision for more
information.
1 When there is an image you want to search for relevant information or
extract text
from, open the Air command panel and tap Bixby Vision.
2 Hover the S Pen over the content you want. When the available options appear
on the
screen, select an option you want.
Glance
Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open
the app in full screen. For example, open a map app, open the Air command
panel, and then tap Glance. The app will be reduced to a thumbnail at the
bottom of the screen. While browsing webpages, hover the S Pen over the
thumbnail to open the map app on the full screen and search for places. Hover
the S Pen away from the screen to reduce the app to a thumbnail again. To
close the minimized app, drag the thumbnail to Remove at the top of the
screen.
Thumbnail
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Write on calendar
Fill in your plans by writing or drawing on the calendar screen. Open the Air
command panel, tap Write on calendar, and then fill in your plans on the
calendar. When you are finished, tap Save. To edit it, tap .
Eraser Pen settings
Undo
Select and edit. Redo
S Pen to text
You can set the device to convert anything you write with the S Pen into text.
1 Open Settings, tap Advanced features S Pen S Pen to text, and then tap the
switch to turn it on.
To learn about how to edit text with the S Pen, tap How to edit.
2 Write in a text input field, such as a search field or address bar, using
the S Pen.
The handwriting will be converted to text.
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Air view
Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or access
information in a pop-up window. In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed
on the preview window.
Action buttons
If this feature is not turned on, open Settings, tap Advanced features S Pen,
and then tap the Air view switch to turn it on.
Pen Select
(Selecting items quickly with the S Pen)
While pressing and holding the S Pen button, drag the S Pen over text or item
lists to select multiple items or text. You can also copy and paste the
selected items or text into another app or share them with others.
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Screen off memos
You can create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it. When the
screen is off, double tap the screen while pressing and holding the S Pen
button. When you tap Save after writing a memo, the memo will be saved to
Samsung Notes.
Change the pen colour.
Change the line thickness.
Eraser
Save the memo in Samsung Notes.
Extend the page.
If this feature is not turned on, open Settings, tap Advanced features S Pen,
and then tap the Screen off memos switch to turn it on.
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Phone
Introduction
Make or answer voice and video calls.
You can use calling and messaging features on your tablet with your phone
number using the Call & text on other devices feature. On your tablet and
phone, open Settings, tap Connected devices Call & text on other devices, and
then tap the switch to turn it on. You must register and sign in to the same
Samsung account on the tablet and phone. Some calling and messaging features
may not be available.
Making calls
1 Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2 Enter a phone number. 3 Tap to make a voice call, or tap or
to make a video call.
Add the number to the contacts list.
Search for a contact.
More options
Preview the phone number.
Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Open the Phone app, tap Recents or Contacts, and then swipe to the right on a
contact or a phone number to make a call.
If this feature is turned off, tap Settings Other call settings, and then tap
the Swipe to call or text switch to turn it on.
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Making an international call 1 Open the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2 Touch and
hold 0 until the + sign appears. 3 Enter the country code, area code, and
phone number, and then tap .
Receiving calls
Answering a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.
Rejecting a call
When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle. To send a message when
rejecting an incoming call, drag the Send message bar upwards and select a
message to send. To create various rejection messages, open the Phone app, tap
Settings Quick decline messages, enter a message, and then tap .
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Options during calls
· Add call: Dial a second call. The first call will be put on hold. When you
end the second call, the first call will be resumed.
· Hold call: Hold a call. · Video call: Switch to a video call. · Bluetooth:
Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. · Mute: Turn
off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. · Keypad / Hide:
Open or close the keypad. · : End the current call. · : During a video call,
switch to a voice call. · : Set the device to change the angle and zoom
automatically by recognizing and
tracking people during a video call. · : During a video call, lock the screen.
· Effects: During a video call, apply various effects. · Camera: During a
video call, turn off the camera so that the other party cannot see
you. · Switch: During a video call, switch between the front and rear cameras.
Some features may not be available depending on the carrier or model.
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Contacts
Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact 1 Open the Contacts app and tap . 2 Select a storage
location. 3 Enter contact information and tap Save.
Importing contacts
Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.
1 Open the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Import contacts. 2 Follow the
on-screen instructions to import contacts.
Syncing contacts with your web accounts
Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts,
such as your Samsung account.
1 Open Settings, tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts and select the
account
to sync with.
2 Tap Sync account and tap the Contacts switch to turn it on.
Searching for contacts
Open the Contacts app. Tap at the top of the contacts list and enter search
criteria. Tap the contact. Then take one of the following actions:
· : Make a voice call. · : Compose a message. · / : Make a video call. · :
Compose an email.
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Deleting contacts
1 Open the Contacts app and tap Edit. 2 Select contacts and tap Delete.
To delete contacts one by one, tap a contact from the contacts list and tap
More Delete.
Sharing contacts
You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.
1 Open the Contacts app and tap Edit. 2 Select contacts and tap Share. 3
Select a sharing method.
Creating groups
You can add groups, such as family or friends, and manage contacts by group.
1 Open the Contacts app and tap Groups Create group. 2 Follow the on-screen
instructions to create a group.
Merging duplicate contacts
If your contacts list includes duplicate contacts, merge them into one to
streamline your contacts list.
1 Open the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Merge contacts. 2 Tick
contacts and tap Merge.
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Messages
Introduction
Send and check messages by conversation. You may incur additional charges for
sending or receiving messages when you are roaming.
You can use calling and messaging features on your tablet with your phone
number using the Call & text on other devices feature. On your tablet and
phone, open Settings, tap Connected devices Call & text on other devices, and
then tap the switch to turn it on. You must register and sign in to the same
Samsung account on the tablet and phone. Some calling and messaging features
may not be available.
Sending messages
1 Open the Messages app and tap . 2 Add recipients and enter a message.
To record and send a voice message, touch and hold , and say your message. The
recording icon appears only while the message input field is empty.
3 Tap to send the message.
Recipient
Enter recipients.
Enter a message. Attach files.
Enter emojis or stickers. Send the message.
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Checking messages
1 Open the Messages app and tap Conversations. 2 On the messages list, select
a contact or a phone number.
· To reply to the message, tap the message input field, enter a message, and
then tap .
· To adjust the font size, spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.
Sorting messages
You can sort messages by category. Open the Messages app and tap Conversations
. If the category option does not appear, tap at the top of the messages list,
tap Settings, and then tap the Conversation categories switch to turn it on.
Deleting messages
Touch and hold a message to delete, then tap Delete.
Changing message settings
Open the Messages app, tap Settings. You can block unwanted messages, change
notification settings, and more.
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Camera
Introduction
Take pictures and record videos using various modes and settings. Camera
etiquette
· Do not take pictures or record videos of other people without their
permission. · Do not take pictures or record videos where legally prohibited.
· Do not take pictures or record videos in places where you may violate other
people’s
privacy.
Taking pictures
1 Open the Camera app.
You can also open the app by pressing the Side button twice or dragging to the
left on the locked screen.
· Some camera features are not available when you open the Camera app from the
locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the screen lock method is
set.
· The camera automatically shuts off when unused. · Some methods may not be
available depending on the carrier or model.
2 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
To adjust the brightness of pictures, drag the adjustment bar that appears
above or below the circular frame.
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3 Tap to take a picture.
To change the shooting mode, drag the shooting modes list to the left or
right, or swipe to the left or right on the preview screen.
Camera settings
Options for current shooting mode
Zoom
Switch between the front and rear cameras.
Preview thumbnail
Shooting modes list
Take a picture.
· The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.
· The focus may not be clear if the subject is close. Take pictures or videos
from a good distance.
· If pictures you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.
· Make sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the
device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolution.
· Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur
in wide-angle pictures or videos and does not indicate device performance
problems.
· The maximum capacity for recording a video may vary depending on the
resolution.
· The camera may fog up or form condensation if the device is exposed to
sudden changes in air temperature, because of the difference in temperature
outside and inside the camera cover. Try to avoid such conditions when
planning to use the camera. If fogging does occur, allow the camera to dry
naturally at room temperature before taking pictures or recording videos,
otherwise results may look hazy.
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Using zoom features
Select 0.5x/1x/2x or drag it to the upwards or downwards to zoom in or out.
Alternatively, spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to
zoom out. SM-X510, SM-X518U
· 1x: Take basic pictures or record normal videos. · 2x: Take pictures or
record videos by enlarging the subject. SM-X610 · 0.5x: You can take wide-
angle pictures and record wide-angle videos of landscapes
with the Ultra wide camera. · 1x: Take pictures and record video with normal
proportions using the wide-angle
camera. · 2x: Take pictures and record videos with enlarged subjects using the
telephoto
camera. Zoom features are available only when using the rear camera.
Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)
You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera
from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light
sources. Touch and hold the area to focus.The AF/AE frame will appear on the
area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains
locked even after you take a picture.
This feature may not be available depending on the shooting mode.
Using the camera button
· Touch and hold the camera button to record a video. · To take burst shots,
swipe the camera button to the edge of the screen and hold it. · If you add
another camera button, you can move it anywhere on the screen and take
pictures more conveniently. On the preview screen, tap Shooting methods and
tap the Floating Shutter button switch to turn it on.
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Options for current shooting mode
On the preview screen, use the following options. · : Turn the flash on or
off. · : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes
a picture. · : Select an aspect ratio for pictures. · : Turn the motion photo
feature on or off. If you turn it on, a video clip will also be taken from a
few seconds before tapping the camera button. · : Change the recording time
for hyperlapse videos. · : Select a frame rate for hyperlapse videos. · :
Select an aspect ratio for videos. · : Select a resolution for videos. · :
Apply a filter effect or beauty effects. · : Select a metering method. This
determines how light values are calculated. Centre-weighted metering uses the
light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot.
Matrix metering averages the entire scene. Spot metering uses the light in a
concentrated centre area of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot. ·
: In FOOD mode, focus on a subject inside the frame and blur the image outside
the frame. · : In FOOD mode, adjust the colour temperature. · : Customize the
shooting options when taking single take shots. The available options may vary
depending on the model or shooting mode.
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Photo mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the
surroundings. On the shooting modes list, tap PHOTO and tap to take a picture.
Shot suggestions
The camera suggests the ideal composition for the picture by recognizing the
position and angle of your subject. On the preview screen, tap and tap the
Shot suggestions switch to turn it on.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap PHOTO.
A guide will appear on the preview screen.
2 Point the guide at the subject.
The camera recognizes the composition, and the recommended composition appears
on the preview screen.
3 Move the device so the guide matches the recommended composition.
When the ideal composition is achieved, the guide will change to yellow.
4 Tap to take a picture.
Ideal composition
Guide
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Taking selfies
You can take self-portraits with the front camera.
1 On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the
front
camera for self-portraits.
2 Face the front camera lens.
To take self-portraits with a wide-angle shot of the landscape or people, tap
.
3 Tap to take a picture. Applying filter and beauty effects
You can select a filter effect and modify facial features, such as your skin
tone or face shape, before taking a picture.
1 On the preview screen, tap . 2 Select effects and take a picture.
If you tap , you can download filters from Galaxy Store, or you can create
your own filter using an image with a colour tone you like from Gallery.
Video mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the
surroundings.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap VIDEO and tap to record a video.
· To switch between the front and rear cameras while recording, swipe upwards
or downwards on the preview screen or tap .
· To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .
2 Tap to stop recording the video.
The optical zoom may not work in low-light environments.
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Portrait mode
Take pictures that focus on the face by blurring the background.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap PORTRAIT. 2 Drag the background blur
adjustment bar to adjust the blur level. 3 When Ready appears on the preview
screen, tap to take a picture.
Background blur adjustment bar
· Use this feature in a place that has sufficient light. · The background blur
may not be applied properly in the following conditions:
The device or the subject is moving. The subject has a similar colour to the
background.
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Pro mode / Pro video mode
Capture pictures or videos while manually adjusting various shooting options,
such as exposure value and ISO value. On the shooting modes list, tap MORE PRO
or PRO VIDEO. Select options and customize the settings, and then tap to take
a picture or tap to record a video.
Available options
· WB: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life
colour range. You can set the colour temperature.
· EV: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s
sensor receives. If the image is too dark, increase the exposure. If the image
is too light, reduce the exposure..
· ISO: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values
are for stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving
or poorly lit objects. However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in
pictures or videos.
Separating the focus area and the exposure area
You can separate the focus area and the exposure area. Tap the preview screen
where you want the focus area to lock and hold until the AF/ AE lock frame
appears on the screen, separates into AF lock and AE lock frames, then rejoins
to the AF/AE lock frame. Tap again and drag the AE lock frame to the location
where you want the exposure area to lock.
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Single take mode
Take various pictures and videos with one shot. Your device automatically
selects the best shot and creates pictures with filters or videos with certain
sections repeated.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE SINGLE TAKE. 2 Tap to capture the scene
you want. 3 When you are finished, tap the preview thumbnail.
To check other results, drag the icon upwards. To save the results
individually, tap Select, tick the items you want, and then tap .
Customise the shooting options.
Night mode
Take a picture in low-light conditions, without using the flash. If you use a
tripod, you can get brighter and steadier results.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE NIGHT. 2 Tap and hold your device
steady until shooting is complete.
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Food mode
Take pictures of food with vibrant colours and blurred edges.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE FOOD.
A frame will appear on the screen and the area outside the frame will be
blurred.
2 To resize the frame, drag a corner of the frame.
Tap the area you want or drag the frame to move it.
3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour temperature. 4 Tap to
take a picture.
Panorama mode
Using panorama mode, take a series of pictures and then stitch them together
to create a wide scene.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE PANORAMA. 2 Tap and move the device
slowly in one direction.
Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview
image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will
automatically stop taking pictures.
3 Tap to stop taking pictures.
Avoid taking pictures of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a
plain wall.
Hyperlapse mode
Record scenes, such as passing people or cars, and view them as fast-motion
videos.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE HYPERLAPSE. 2 Tap and select a frame
rate option.
If you set the frame rate to , the device will automatically adjust the frame
rate according to the changing rate of the scene.
3 Tap to start recording. 4 Tap to finish recording.
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Customizing camera settings
On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on
the shooting mode. Intelligent features
· Scene optimizer: Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the
optimized effect automatically depending on the subject or scene.
· Shot suggestions: Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the
picture by recognizing the position and angle of your subject.
· Scan QR codes: Set the device to scan QR codes from the preview screen.
Pictures
· Swipe Shutter button to: Select an action to perform when you swipe the
camera button to the edge of the screen and hold it.
· Watermark: Add a watermark in the bottom left corner when taking pictures. ·
High efficiency pictures: Take pictures in the High Efficiency Image Format
(HEIF). Selfies · Save selfies as previewed: Set the device to save pictures
as they appear on the
preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them. Videos
· High efficiency videos: You can record videos in the High Efficiency Video
Codec (HEVC) format. Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to
conserve the device’s storage.
· Video stabilization: Turn on anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image
resulting from camera shake while recording a video. · You might not be able
to play the HEVC videos on other devices or share them online. · You cannot
record videos in the HEVC format in some shooting modes.
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General · Auto HDR: Take pictures with rich colours and reproduce details even
in bright and dark areas. · Grid lines: Display viewfinder guides to help
composition when selecting subjects. · Location tags: Attach a GPS location
tag to the picture. · GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the
signal is obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in
poor weather conditions. · Your location may appear on your pictures when you
upload them to the internet. To avoid this, turn off the location tag setting.
· Shooting methods: Select additional shooting methods for taking a picture or
recording a video. · Settings to keep: Keep the last settings you used, such
as the shooting mode, when you open the camera. · Storage location: Select a
storage location. This feature will appear when you insert an SD card.
Privacy · Privacy Notice: Access the Privacy Notice. · Permissions: Access the
permissions required to use the Camera app. · Reset settings: Reset the camera
settings. · About Camera: Check the Camera app version and legal information.
· Contact us: Ask questions or check out the frequently asked questions. Some
features may not be available depending on the model.
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Gallery
Introduction
Access images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and
videos by album or create stories.
Using Gallery
Open the Gallery app.
More options Search for images and videos. Sync images and videos.
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Viewing images
Open the Gallery app and select an image. To view other files, swipe to the
left or right on the screen.
Share the image with others.
Add the image to favourites.
Modify the image.
Delete the image.
More options
Bixby Vision
View the content on a large screen using the Smart View feature.
Image and video thumbnail
Cropping enlarged images
1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Spread two fingers apart on the
area you want to save and tap .
The cropped area will be saved as a file.
Saved image thumbnail
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Viewing videos
Open the Gallery app and select a video to play. To view other files, swipe to
the left or right on the screen. To use more options during playback, tap Open
in Video player.
View the content on a large screen using the Smart
View feature.
Configure the caption settings. Video list
More options
Create a GIF.
Switch to the pop-up video player.
Capture the current screen.
Change the screen ratio.
Lock the playback screen.
Rewind or fast-forward by dragging the bar.
Skip to the previous video. Touch and hold to
rewind.
Rotate the screen.
Skip to the next video. Touch and hold to fast-forward.
Pause and resume playback.
Drag up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the
brightness, or drag up or down on the right side of the playback screen to
adjust the volume.
To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen.
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Albums
Create albums and sort your images and videos.
1 Open the Gallery app and tap Albums Album to create an album. 2 Select the
images or videos you want to copy or move them to an album.
Stories
When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date
and location tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories. Open
the Gallery app, tap Stories, and then select a story. If you tap , you can
use various options, such as managing story content or changing the story
title. If you tap Create story on the stories list, you can create stories
manually.
Syncing images and videos
Open the Gallery app, tap , and then follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the sync. The Gallery app and the cloud will be synced. When your
Gallery app is synced with the cloud, pictures and videos you take will also
be saved in the cloud. You can access images and videos saved in the cloud in
your Gallery app and from other devices.
When you connect your Samsung account and Microsoft account, you can set the
cloud storage as Microsoft OneDrive.
Deleting images or videos
Open the Gallery app, touch and hold an image, a video, or a story to delete,
and then tap Delete.
Using the Trash feature
You can keep the deleted images and videos in the trash. The files will be
deleted after a certain period. Open the Gallery app, tap , and then tap the
Trash switch to turn it on. To access files in the trash, open the Gallery app
and tap Trash.
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AR Zone
Introduction
AR Zone provides you AR related features. Choose a feature and capture fun
pictures or videos.
Launching AR Zone
Use the following methods to launch AR Zone: · Open the AR Zone app. · Open
the Camera app and tap MORE AR ZONE. Some features may not be available
depending on the carrier or model.
AR Emoji Studio
Create emojis any way you want and have fun using them in various features.
Creating an AR Emoji 1 Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio. 2 You can
pick a pre-made emoji. Swipe to the left or right, select an emoji, and then
tap . If you want to make your own emoji, take a selfie or select an image.
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3 Follow the on-screen instructions to create an emoji.
My emojis list More options
Edit the emoji.
Selecting an AR emoji to use Open the AR Zone app, tap AR Emoji Studio , and then select an emoji you want.
Deleting AR emojis
Open the AR Zone app, tap AR Emoji Studio tap Delete.
, tick emojis to delete, and then
Creating an AR emoji short video and decorating your device with it
You can create a short video with an emoji and use it as a wallpaper or call
background image.
1 Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio.
2 Select Create video, Call screen, or Lock screen. 3 Select a template you
want.
To change the background image, tap .
4 Tap Save to save the video.
You can check the saved videos in Gallery.
5 To use the video directly, select an option at the bottom of the screen.
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Creating your contact profile with an AR emoji
Use an emoji as your profile picture for your Samsung account and in the
Contacts app. You can choose from various poses or create your own
expressions.
1 Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio. 2 Tap Profile and select an
emoji. 3 Tap to capture your expression or select a pose you want. 4 Tap Done
Save.
Emoji
Take a picture. Pose
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AR Emoji Camera
Create fun pictures or videos with emojis using various shooting modes.
1 Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Camera. 2 Select the emoji and the
mode you want to use. The available modes may vary
depending on the emoji you select. · SCENE: The emoji mimics your expressions.
You can also change the background
image. · MASK: The emoji’s face appears over your face so it looks like you
are wearing a
mask.
3 Tap the emoji icon to take a picture, or touch and hold the icon to record a
video.
You can check and share the pictures and videos that you have captured in
Gallery.
AR Emoji Stickers
When you create AR emojis, stickers with emoji expressions and actions will be
created automatically. You can also create your own stickers by changing the
expression or background. You can use your emoji stickers when sending
messages or on a social network.
Creating your own stickers 1 Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Stickers. 2
Tap at the top of the stickers list. 3 Edit stickers how you want and tap
Save.
You can access the stickers you have created at the top of the stickers list.
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Deleting AR emoji stickers
Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Stickers Edit. Select the emoji stickers
to delete and tap Delete.
Using your AR emoji stickers in chats
You can use your emoji stickers during a conversation through messages or on a
social network. The following actions are an example of using your emoji
stickers in the Messages app.
1 While composing a message in the Messages app, tap on the Samsung Keyboard.
2 Tap the emoji icon. 3 Select one of your emoji stickers.
The emoji sticker will be inserted.
Emoji icon
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AR Doodle
(Record videos with the AR feature)
Record fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere
else. When the camera recognizes a face or space, the doodles on the face will
follow the face as it moves, and the doodles in the space will be fixed in the
same place even if the camera moves.
1 Open the AR Zone app and tap AR Doodle.
When the camera recognizes the subject, the recognition area will appear on
the screen.
2 Write or draw in the recognition area.
· If you switch to the rear camera, you can also write or draw outside the
recognition area.
· If you tap and then begin to doodle, you can record yourself doodling.
Eraser Text GIF
Pen tool
Delete doodle. Recognition area
Redo Undo
Turn the sound effect on or off.
3 Tap to record a video. 4 Tap to stop recording the video.
You can check and share the video in Gallery. The available features on the
preview screen may vary depending on which camera is being used.
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Bixby
Introduction
Bixby is a user interface that helps you use your device more conveniently.
You can talk to Bixby or type text. Bixby will launch a feature you request or
show the information you want. Visit www.samsung.com/bixby for more
information.
Bixby is only available in some languages, and it may not be available
depending on the region.
Starting Bixby
Press and hold the Side button to launch Bixby. The Bixby intro page will
appear. After you select the language to use with Bixby, sign in to your
Samsung account, and complete the setup by following the on-screen
instructions, the Bixby screen will appear.
Using Bixby
While pressing and holding the Side button, say what you want to Bixby.
Alternatively, say the wake-up phrase and say what you want. For example,
while pressing and holding the Side button, say “How’s the weather today?” The
weather information will appear on the screen. If Bixby asks you a question
during a conversation, you can continue to talk to Bixby without pressing the
Side button or tapping . If you cannot find the Bixby app icon ( ) on the Apps
screen, open Settings, tap Advanced features Bixby, and then tap the Show
Bixby on Apps screen switch to turn it on.
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Waking up Bixby using your voice
You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby” or “Bixby”.
Register your voice so that Bixby will respond to your voice.
1 Open the Bixby app and tap Voice wake-up. 2 Tap the switch to turn it on. 3
Select a wake-up phrase you want under Wake-up phrase. 4 Tap the Respond to my
voice switch to turn it on. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.
Now you can say the wake-up phrase and start a conversation.
Communicating by typing text
If your voice is not recognized because of noisy environments or if you are in
a situation where speaking is difficult, you can communicate with Bixby
through text. Open the Bixby app, tap , and then type what you want. During
the communication, Bixby also will answer you through text instead of voice
feedback.
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Bixby Vision
Introduction
Bixby Vision is a service that provides various features based on image
recognition. You can use Bixby Vision to search for information by recognizing
objects. Use a variety of useful Bixby Vision features.
· This feature may not be available or you might not get correct search
results depending on the image size, format, or resolution.
· Samsung is not responsible for the product information provided by Bixby
Vision.
Launching Bixby Vision
Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods. · In the Camera app, tap MORE
on the shooting modes list and tap BIXBY VISION. · In the Gallery app, select
an image and tap . · In the Samsung Internet app, touch and hold an image and
tap Search with Bixby Vision. · If you added the Bixby Vision app icon to the
Apps screen, open the Bixby Vision app.
Using Bixby Vision
1 Launch Bixby Vision. 2 Select a feature you want to use.
· TRANSLATE: Recognize text from documents or images and translate it. · TEXT:
Recognize text from documents or images and extract it. · DISCOVER: Search for
images similar to the recognized object online and related
information. The available features and search results may vary depending on
the region or carrier.
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Multi window
(Using multiple apps at once)
Introduction
Run up to three apps at the same time in split screen view. You can also run
multiple apps at the same time in pop-up view.
Split screen view
Some apps may not support this feature.
Pop-up view
Opening apps from the taskbar
While using an app, drag the app you want from the taskbar upwards and drop it
wherever you want.
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Launching Multi window by swiping the screen
You can launch Multi window by swiping the screen. Swipe with two fingers from
the side or bottom of the screen towards the middle of the screen. The screen
will change to split screen view. To change to pop-up view, swipe from the top
corner towards the middle of the screen. To use this feature, open Settings,
tap Advanced features Multi window, and then tap the Swipe for split screen or
Swipe for pop-up view switch to turn it on.
Split screen view
Pop-up view
Opening apps using the Recents button
1 Tap the Recents button to open the list of recently used apps. 2 Swipe to
the left or right, tap an app’s icon, and then tap Open in split screen view
or
Open in pop-up view.
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Using additional features
Using the multi window menus
When you tap the multi window handle, the available menus will appear.
Multi window handle
Split screen view
Pop-up view
Adjusting the window size
Drag the circles between the app windows to adjust the size of the windows.
When you drag the circles between the app windows to the edge of the screen,
the window will be maximized.
Moving pop-up windows
To move a pop-up window, tap the window’s toolbar and drag it to a new
location.
Saving your own split screen layout
Add frequently used apps as an app pair to open them together in the split
screen view with a single tap.
1 In the split screen view, tap the circles between the app windows. 2 Tap . 3
Select a location to add the app pair.
The apps you are using in the split screen view will be saved to the location
you select as an app pair.
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Samsung Internet
Browse the internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite
webpages to access them conveniently.
1 Open the Samsung Internet app. 2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and
then tap Go.
If the toolbar does not appear, swipe downwards slightly on the screen.
Bookmark the current webpage.
Refresh the current webpage.
Move between pages.
Close the tab.
Open a new tab.
More options
Manage tabs. / Use Secret mode.
Access your bookmarks.
Open the homepage.
Using Secret mode
If you set a password for Secret mode, you can prevent others from accessing
your search history, browsing history, bookmarks, and saved pages.
1 Tap Turn on Secret mode. 2 Tap the Lock Secret mode switch to turn it on,
tap Start, and then set a password for
Secret mode. In Secret mode, the device will change the colour of the
toolbars. To turn off Secret mode, tap Turn off Secret mode.
In Secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.
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Samsung Health
Introduction
Samsung Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals,
check your progress, and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness. You
can also compare your step count records with other Samsung Health users and
check out health tips. Visit www.samsung.com/samsung-health for more
information.
Using Samsung Health
Open the Samsung Health app. When running this app for the first time or
restarting it after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the setup. To edit items on the Samsung Health home screen, tap
Edit home.
Home cards
· Home: Monitor your health and fitness. · Together: Compare your step count
records with other Samsung Health users or
compete with your friends. · Fitness: Check out health tips. · My page: Manage
your profile and check your health and fitness history.
· Some features may not be available depending on the region. · If you use the
steps card while travelling by car or train, vibration may affect your
step count.
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Samsung Notes
Introduction
Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing
on the screen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.
Creating notes
1 Open the Samsung Notes app, tap , and then create a note.
Enter a title.
Full screen Reading mode Manage pages.
Insert files.
2 When you are finished composing the note, tap the Back button to save it.
If you want to save the note in another file format, tap Save as file.
Deleting notes
Touch and hold a note to delete and tap Delete.
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Composing notes with handwriting
On the note composer screen, draw or write in your own handwriting. You can
enter your handwriting in a larger size if you magnify the screen by spreading
two fingers on it.
Pen
Eraser Pen colour Undo S Pen to Convert
Easy
Zoom
text handwriting writing
lock
to text.
pad
Highlighter Select and edit.
Pen thickness
Redo Straighten Change Auto-fix styles. shapes
If finger input does not work, tap Finger drawing on.
Using the eraser
When you want to erase handwriting from a note, tap and select an area to
erase. Alternatively, select an area while pressing and holding the S Pen
button. To change the eraser type, tap once more.
· Stroke eraser: Erase the line you select. · Area eraser: Erase only the area
you select. You can adjust the size of the eraser by
dragging the size adjustment bar. Even with a smaller eraser, you may still
not be able to precisely erase the intended part.
Editing handwritten notes
Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving,
or resizing.
1 When there is handwriting on the note, tap .
To change the shape of the selection, tap once more.
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2 Tap or draw a line around the input to select.
· To move the input to another location, select the input, and then drag it to
a new location.
· To change the size of the selection, tap the input and drag a corner of the
frame that appears.
3 Edit the input using the available options. Converting handwriting to text
Tap and write on the screen with the S Pen. The handwriting will be replaced
with text right away. After writing on the screen, tap . Options will appear
in the preview window. If you drag or , you can select the handwriting you
want. To replace the handwriting with the text, tap Convert.
Straightening content horizontally
You can horizontally straighten your handwriting and drawings. After writing
or drawing on the screen, tap .
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Changing styles
You can change the style of your handwriting and drawings. After writing or
drawing on the screen, tap twice and select a colour or line thickness you
want. Then, point the S Pen toward where you want to apply the style. When the
icon appears, tap where you want to change the style.
Using the easy writing pad
On the note composer screen, tap . The input field will be magnified and
appear as the easy writing pad.
Easy writing pad
Automatically fixing shapes
Tap and draw a shape. The shape will be fixed.
Recording voice to notes
Make a recording of your voice while creating a note, and then the content
will be synchronized with the recording. On the note composer screen, tap
Voice recording and create a note. Select a note from the list and tap to play
the recording. Then the content you created while recording will be displayed
on the screen along with the recording.
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Adding memos to PDF files
Open the Samsung Notes app, tap , and then select a PDF file. You can add
memos to the PDF file.
Pinning a note to the Home screen
Pin a note to the Home screen to check it or open and edit it.
1 Open the Samsung Notes app. 2 Select a note and tap Add to Home screen.
The note will be added to the Home screen.
Clipping content
You can add content, such as a webpage link or an image, to a note.
1 When there is content you want to clip while using the Samsung Internet,
Messages,
or Gallery app, open the Samsung Notes app in split screen view or in pop-up
view. For more information about split screen view or pop-up view, refer to
Multi window. Alternatively, double tap the screen while pressing and holding
the S Pen button, or open the Air command panel and tap Create note. Options
you can use will appear at the bottom of the note composer screen.
2 Select an option you want.
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Samsung Members
Samsung Members offers support services to customers, such as device problem
diagnosis, and lets users submit questions and error reports. You can also
share information with others in the Galaxy users’ community or check the
latest news and tips. Samsung Members can help you solve any problems you
encounter while using your device.
Samsung Kids
You can restrict children’s access to certain apps, set their usage times, and
configure settings to provide a fun and safe environment for children when
they use the device. Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then
tap (Kids). If you cannot find
(Kids) on the quick settings panel, tap and drag the button over to add it.
When starting Samsung Kids for the first time or after performing a data
reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. On the Samsung
Kids screen, select the app you want to use.
Your preset screen lock method or your created PIN will be used when turning
on the Parental controls feature or closing Samsung Kids.
Using parental controls features
You can configure the settings for Samsung Kids and check the usage history.
On the Samsung Kids screen, tap Parental controls and enter your unlock code.
Closing Samsung Kids
To close Samsung Kids, tap the Back button or tap Close Samsung Kids, and then
enter your unlock code.
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Samsung Global Goals
The Global Goals, which were established by the United Nations General
Assembly in 2015, consist of goals that aim to create a sustainable society.
These goals have the power to end poverty, fight inequality, and stop climate
change. With Samsung Global Goals, learn more about the global goals and join
the movement for a better future.
Samsung TV Plus
Select the channels like you would use a TV and enjoy various video content
free of charge. Open the Samsung TV Plus app.
This app may not be available depending on the carrier or model.
PENUP
PENUP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen.
Post your artwork, check out others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips.
Open the PENUP app.
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Calendar
Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events in your planner.
Creating events 1 Open the Calendar app and tap or double tap a date.
If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap .
2 Enter event details and tap Save. Syncing events with your accounts 1 Open
Settings, tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts, and then select the
account to sync with.
2 Tap Sync account and tap the Calendar switch to turn it on.
To add accounts to sync with, open the Calendar app and tap Manage calendars .
Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, a
blue circle is displayed next to the account name.
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Reminder
(Receiving notifications for to-do items)
Register to-do items as reminders and receive notifications according to the
condition you set.
· To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile
network. · To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be turned on.
Location
reminders may not be available depending on the model.
Starting Reminder
Open the Calendar app and tap Reminder. The Reminder screen will appear and
the Reminder app icon ( ) will be added to the Apps screen.
Creating reminders 1 Open the Reminder app. 2 Tap , enter the details, and
then tap Save. Completing reminders
On the reminders list, tap or select a reminder and tap Complete.
Restoring reminders
Restore reminders that have been completed.
1 On the reminders list, tap Completed. 2 Tap . 3 Select a reminder to restore
and tap Restore.
Reminders will be added to the reminders list and you will be reminded again.
Deleting reminders
To delete a reminder, select a reminder and tap Delete. To delete multiple
reminders, touch and hold a reminder, tick reminders to delete, and then tap
Delete.
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Voice Recorder
Record or play voice recordings.
1 Open the Voice Recorder app. 2 Tap to start recording. Speak into the
microphone.
· Tap to pause recording. · While making a voice recording, tap BOOKMARK to
insert a bookmark.
3 Tap to finish recording. 4 Enter a file name and tap Save. Changing the
recording mode
Select a mode from the top of the voice recorder screen. · Standard: This is
the normal recording mode. · Speech-to-text: The device records your voice and
simultaneously converts it to on-screen text. For best results, keep the
device near your mouth and speak loudly and clearly in a quiet place. If the
voice memo system language does not match the language you are speaking, the
device will not recognize your voice. In this case, before using this feature,
tap the current language to set the voice memo system language.
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My Files
(Checking and managing files)
Access and manage various files stored in the device. Open the My Files app.
To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap Analyze
storage. To search for files or folders, tap .
Clock
Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an
event, or set a specific duration. Open the Clock app.
Calculator
Perform basic arithmetic or scientific calculations. Open the Calculator app.
To clear the history, tap Clear history. To use the unit conversion tool, tap
. You can convert various values, such as area, length, or temperature, into
other units.
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Game Launcher
Game Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store
into one place. Open the Game Launcher app and select the game you want.
Games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store will be automatically shown
on the Game Launcher screen. If your games are not there, tap My games Add
games.
Removing a game from Game Launcher
Tap My games, touch and hold a game, and then tap Remove.
Changing the performance mode
You can change the game performance mode. Open the Game Launcher app, tap Game
Booster Game optimization, and then select the mode you want.
· Performance: This focuses on giving you high performance while playing
games. If you use this mode, your device may heat up because of increased
battery consumption.
· Standard: This balances the performance and the battery usage time. ·
Battery saver: This saves battery power while playing games.
Battery power efficiency may vary by game.
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Game Booster
(Configuring your gaming environment)
You can play games in an optimized environment with Game Booster. You can use
Game Booster while playing games. To open the Game Booster panel while playing
games, tap on the navigation bar. If the navigation bar is hidden, drag
upwards from the bottom of the screen to show it. If you have set the
navigation bar to use Swipe gestures, open the notification panel and tap Tap
to open Game Booster.
· : Lock the touch screen while the game is being played. To unlock the touch
screen, drag the lock icon in any direction.
· : Hide the buttons on the navigation bar. To display the buttons, tap on the
navigation bar.
· : Capture screenshots. · : Record your game sessions. To stop recording, tap
. · : Configure settings for Game Booster. · Priority mode: Set the device to
block incoming calls and all notifications except for
alarms to prevent your game from being disturbed. · Game optimization: Change
the performance mode. · Battery: Check the remaining battery usage time. ·
Temperature / Memory: Check the device’s temperature and memory status.
You can also set the device to automatically adjust the volume or video frame
rate to prevent the device from overheating and to stop apps from running in
the background when there is not enough memory.
· You can set to open the Game Booster panel from the navigation bar while the
navigation bar is set to Swipe gestures. On the Game Booster panel, tap Block
during game and tap the Navigation gestures switch to turn it on.
· Available options may vary depending on the game. · Game performance may be
limited to control the device’s temperature if the
temperature rises above a certain level.
Opening apps in pop-up windows while playing games
You can open apps in pop-up windows while playing a game. Tap and select an
app from the apps list.
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SmartThings
Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things (IoT) products. To
access more information, open the SmartThings app and tap Menu How to use.
1 Open the SmartThings app. 2 Tap Devices Add device or . 3 Select a device
and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.
· Connection methods may vary depending on the type of connected devices or
the shared content.
· The devices you can connect may vary depending on the region. Available
features may differ depending on the connected device.
· Connected devices’ own problems or defects are not covered by the Samsung
warranty. When problems or defects occur on the connected devices, contact the
device’s manufacturer.
Sharing content
Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an
example of sharing images.
1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap and select a sharing method
you want.
You may incur additional charges when sharing files through the mobile
network.
Quick Share
Sharing content with nearby devices Share content with nearby devices through
Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth. You can also share content using a QR code. 1 Open
the Gallery app and select an image. 2 On the other device, open the
notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(Quick Share) to turn it on. If you cannot find (Quick Share) on the quick
settings panel, tap and drag the button over to add it.
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3 Tap Quick Share and select a device to receive the image.
To share the link with a QR code, tap and scan the QR code.
4 Accept the file transfer request on the other device.
This feature does not support sharing videos with TVs or SmartThings supported
devices. To watch videos on TV, use the Smart View feature. Sharing with
contacts You can share content with people in your contacts.
1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap Quick Share View contact >
and select a contact. Private sharing
Encrypt content and share it with others. Shared content cannot be saved,
copied, or resent by the recipient.
1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap Quick Share Turn on Private
sharing. 3 Select a device to transfer the image to, or tap View contact > and
select a contact. Setting who can find your tablet
Set who is allowed to find and send content to your tablet.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (Quick Share). 2
Select an option.
· No one: Do not allow others to find your tablet. · Contacts only: Only allow
Samsung users in your contacts to share with your
tablet. · Anyone nearby: Allow any nearby devices to share with your tablet.
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Music Share
Introduction
Using the Music Share feature, you can share a Bluetooth speaker that is
already connected to your tablet with another person. You can also listen to
the same music on your Galaxy Buds and another person’s Galaxy Buds. This
feature is available only on devices that support the Music Share feature.
Sharing a Bluetooth speaker
You can listen to music on your tablet and your friend’s phone through your
Bluetooth speaker.
1 Make sure that your tablet and your Bluetooth speaker are connected.
Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect.
2 On your tablet, open Settings, tap Connections Bluetooth Advanced
settings, and then tap the Music Share switch to turn it on. You can use
additional features, such as setting who to share your device with, by tapping
Music Share.
3 On your friend’s phone, select your speaker from the list of the Bluetooth
devices. 4 On your tablet, accept the connection request.
Your speaker will be shared. When you play music through your friend’s phone,
the music playing through your tablet will be paused.
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Listening to music together with Galaxy Buds
You can listen to music on your tablet together through your Buds and a
friend’s Buds. This feature is supported only on the Galaxy Buds series.
1 Make sure that your tablet, your friend’s phone, and a pair of Buds are
connected to
each other. Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for how to connect.
2 On your friend’s phone, open Settings, tap Connections Bluetooth
Advanced settings, and then tap the Music Share switch to turn it on. You can
use additional features, such as setting who to share your device with, by
tapping Music Share.
3 On your tablet, open the notification panel and tap Media output. 4 Tap
Music Share and select your friend’s Buds from the detected devices list. 5 On
your friend’s phone, accept the connection request.
When you play music through your tablet, you can listen to it together through
both Buds.
Smart View
(Mirroring on a TV screen)
View your tablet’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your
tablet to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (Smart View). 2
Select a device to mirror your tablet’s screen.
When you play a video with Smart View, the resolution may vary depending on
the TV model.
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Samsung Flow
Connect your tablet to a phone or a computer and use them together doing
things like checking notifications and sharing content. Samsung Flow must be
installed on both devices that you want to connect. If Samsung Flow is not
installed, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store. For computers, you can
download it from the Microsoft Store.
This feature is only available on some Samsung Android devices and computers
running Windows 10 or higher.
Connecting to a phone 1 On your phone, open the Samsung Flow app. 2 On your
tablet, open the Samsung Flow app and tap Connect to phone.
If your tablet is connected to a computer, tap Connect to phone.
3 Select your phone from the detected devices list.
If the connection method selection pop-up window appears, select the method
you want.
4 Confirm the passkey on both devices.
The devices will be connected.
Connecting to a computer 1 On your tablet, open the Samsung Flow app and tap
Connect to computer.
If your tablet is connected to a phone, tap Connect to computer.
2 On your computer, open the Samsung Flow app and tap Start. 3 Select your
tablet from the detected devices list.
If the connection method selection pop-up window appears, select the method
you want.
4 Confirm the passkey on both devices.
The devices will be connected.
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Daily Board
Introduction
Use your tablet as a picture frame or bulletin board when it is charging with
a USB cable or charging dock. You can enjoy a slide show with your favourite
images and check information, such as the time, weather, or your calendar. You
can also create a note and control music while using it.
Starting Daily Board
1 Charge the device with a USB cable or charging dock.
To connect the device to a charging dock, slide the device into the charging
dock to bring the device’s connectors and charging dock’s charging terminals
into contact with each other.
2 Open the notification panel and tap Tap here to start Daily Board.
The Daily Board main screen will appear and you can check the clock, weather,
or calendar.
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Using Daily Board
Playing the slide show
You can use your device as a picture frame. Enjoy slide shows of your
favourite images on Daily Board. On the Daily Board main screen, swipe to the
right to play a slide show.
To add your favourite images to display to a slide show, open Settings, tap
Advanced features Daily Board Slideshow next to Albums, and then select the
album.
Making a note on Daily Board
You can use your device as a bulletin board to make a note on Daily Board.
1 Swipe to the left on the Daily board main screen and tap . 2 Select a pen
and write or draw on the screen. 3 Tap Done.
The note you make will be pinned to Daily Board.
Controlling the music
You can control music playback on Daily Board. Tap and select an app to
control playback.
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Configuring settings for Daily Board
Configure various settings for Daily Board and make Daily board more
personalized. Open Settings and tap Advanced features Daily Board.
· Time, weather, and calendar: Change the setting for Daily Board main screen.
· Memo: Turn the memo feature on Daily Board on or off. · SmartThings: Set the
device to show SmartThings devices and scenes on the Daily
Board. · Slideshow: Select the images to add to the slide show and change the
settings for
slide show, such as the image order, transition speed, and style. You can also
set the clock or weather information shown on the slide show. · Music: Turn
the music controller feature on Daily Board on or off. · Charge battery or tap
icon: While charging, the Daily Board button ( ) will be added to the
navigation bar. Add Daily Board to Apps screen: The Daily Board icon ( ) will
be added to the
Apps screen. Auto start when connected to USB charger: Daily Board will be
start
automatically when the device is charging with a USB cable. · Same as screen
saver: Use Daily Board as a screen saver. · Dark mode: Apply Dark mode to the
Daily Board. You can also set the schedule to
apply Dark mode. · Turn off as scheduled: Set the schedule to close Daily
Board. When activating this
feature, tap Set time to set the time to close Daily Board. · About Daily
Board: Check out the Daily Board version and legal information. · Contact us:
Ask questions or check frequently asked questions.
Closing Daily Board
To close Daily Board, tap the Home button or the Back button.
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Link to Windows
(Using the device through a computer connection)
Access and use the mobile device’s data, such as apps or pictures, on a
Windows computer.
· It is recommended to use the latest version of Windows and the Phone Link
app to fully use this feature.
· A Microsoft account is required to use this feature. When you create a
Microsoft account, you can sign in to all Microsoft devices and services, such
as Microsoft Office apps and Windows 10.
Connecting to a computer
1 On your mobile device, open Settings and tap Connected devices Link to
Windows. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
Visit https://aka.ms/setupltw for details.
Accessing data and notifications from your mobile device on the computer
Open the Phone Link app on the computer and select a category you want.
Apps
Photos
Your mobile device
Notifications
Available features and menus may vary depending on the device’s software
version, app version, or model.
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Samsung DeX
Use your tablet’s features in an interface environment similar to a computer.
Swipe downwards on the notification panel and tap (DeX). Alternatively, open
Settings, tap Connected devices Samsung DeX Start DeX. To close the Samsung
DeX, select at the left bottom of the screen and select Exit DeX.
Favourite apps Taskbar
Apps button
Samsung DeX home screen
Quick access toolbar
Status bar
Notifications
· When starting or ending Samsung DeX, running apps may be closed. · Some apps
or features may not be available when using Samsung DeX.
Using Samsung DeX with the Book Cover Keyboard
You can set the device to switch to Samsung DeX automatically when connecting
the Book Cover Keyboard, which is sold separately.
Open Settings, tap Connected devices Samsung DeX, and then tap the Auto start
when Book Cover Keyboard is connected switch to turn it on.
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Google apps
Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may
require a Google Account to access some apps. To check out more app
information, access each app’s help menu.
· Chrome: Search for information and browse webpages. · Gmail: Send or receive
emails through the Google Mail service. · Maps: Find your location on the map,
search the world map, and access location
information for various places around you. · YT Music: Enjoy various music and
videos provided by YouTube Music. You can also
access the music collections stored on your device and play them. · Google TV:
Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from Play
Store. · Drive: Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and
share it with
others. · YouTube: Watch or create videos and share them with others. ·
Photos: Search for, manage, and edit all your pictures and videos from various
sources in one place. · Google: Search for items on the internet or your
device. · Meet: Make video calls or create or join video meetings. · Messages:
Send and receive messages on your device or computer, and share
various content, such as images and videos. Some apps may not be available
depending on the carrier or model.
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Settings
Introduction
Customize device settings. On the Apps screen, tap Settings. Alternatively,
open the notification panel and tap . To search for settings by entering
keywords, tap . You can also search for settings by selecting a tag under
Suggestions.
Samsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account and manage it. On the Settings screen, tap
Samsung account.
Connections
Options
Change settings for various connections, such as the Wi-Fi feature and
Bluetooth. On the Settings screen, tap Connections.
· Wi-Fi: Turn on the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access
the internet or other network devices. Refer to Wi-Fi for more information.
· Bluetooth: Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other
Bluetoothenabled devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.
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· Flight mode: Set the device to turn off all wireless functions on your
device. You can use only non-network services. Follow the regulations provided
by the airline and the instructions of aircraft personnel. In cases where it
is allowed to use the device, always use it in flight mode.
· SIM manager: Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customize the SIM card
settings. Refer to SIM manager for more information.
· Mobile networks: Configure your mobile network settings. · Data usage: Keep
track of your data usage amount and customize the settings for
the limitation. Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data
connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches your specified
limit. You can turn on the data saver feature to prevent some apps running in
the background from sending or receiving data. Refer to Data saver (Mobile
network enabled models) for more information. You can also set apps to use
only a Wi-Fi or mobile data, or both. Refer to Allowed networks for apps
(Mobile network enabled models) for more information. · Mobile Hotspot and
Tethering: Use the tablet as a mobile hotspot to share the tablet’s mobile
data connection with other devices. For more information about Mobile Hotspot,
refer to Mobile Hotspot (Mobile network enabled models).
You may incur additional charges when using this feature. · Tethering: Use
tethering to share the device’s internet connection with other
devices. · More connection settings: Customize settings to control other
features. Refer to
More connection settings for more information. Some features may not be
available depending on the model.
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Wi-Fi
Turn on the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the
internet or other network devices.
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Wi-Fi and tap the switch to turn it
on. 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.
Networks with a lock icon require a password. · Once the device connects to a
Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is
available without requiring a password. To prevent the device from connecting
to the network automatically, tap next to the network and tap the Auto
reconnect switch to turn it off. To delete the saved connection information
for a network, tap next to the network and tap Forget. · If you cannot connect
to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature or the
wireless router.
Checking out the Wi-Fi network quality information
Check out the Wi-Fi network quality information, such as the speed and
stability. On the Settings screen, tap Connections Wi-Fi and tap the switch to
turn it on. The network quality information will appear under the Wi-Fi
networks. If it does not appear, tap Intelligent Wi-Fi and tap the Show
network quality info switch to turn it on.
The quality information may not appear depending on the Wi-Fi network.
Sharing Wi-Fi network passwords
If you make a request to a person who is connected to a secured Wi-Fi network
to share its password, you can connect to the network without entering the
password. This feature is available between devices that have each other’s
contacts and the screen of the other device must be turned on.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Wi-Fi and tap the switch to turn it
on. 2 Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list. 3 Tap Request password. 4
Accept the share request on the other device.
The Wi-Fi password is entered on your device and it is connected to the
network.
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Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly through a Wi-Fi network without
requiring an access point.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Wi-Fi and tap the switch to turn it
on. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct.
The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not
in the list, turn on its Wi-Fi Direct feature.
3 Select a device to connect to.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct
connection request. To end the device connection, select the device to
disconnect from the list.
Bluetooth
Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled
devices.
Precautions for using Bluetooth
· Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data
sent or received through Bluetooth.
· 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.
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Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections
Bluetooth and tap the switch to turn it on.
The detected devices will be listed.
2 Select a device to pair with.
If the device you want to pair with is not on the list, set the device to
enter Bluetooth pairing mode. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.
Your tablet is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is
open.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your tablet to confirm.
The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth
connection request. To unpair the devices, tap next to the device name to
unpair and tap Unpair.
Sending and receiving data
Many apps support data transfer through Bluetooth. You can share data, such as
contacts or media files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions
are an example of sending an image to another device.
1 Open the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap Bluetooth and select a
device to receive the image.
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, turn on its visibility
option.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.
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Data saver (Mobile network enabled models)
Reduce your data usage by preventing some apps running in the background from
sending or receiving data. On the Settings screen, tap Connections Data usage
Data saver and tap the switch to turn it on. When the data saver feature is
turned on, the icon will appear on the status bar.
Data saver feature is turned on
To select apps to use data without restriction, tap Allowed to use data while
Data saver is on and select apps.
Allowed networks for apps (Mobile network enabled models)
Set apps to use only a Wi-Fi or mobile data, or both. For example, you can set
the device to use only mobile data for apps that you want to keep secure or
streaming apps that can be disconnected. Even if you do not turn off the Wi-Fi
feature, the apps will open using the mobile data. On the Settings screen, tap
Connections Data usage Allowed networks for apps. Tap an app you want from the
apps list and select a network option.
You may incur additional charges when using the mobile data.
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Mobile Hotspot (Mobile network enabled models)
Use your tablet as a mobile hotspot to share your tablet’s mobile data
connection with other devices.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Mobile
Hotspot.
2 Tap the switch to turn it on.
You can change the network name, password, and more. The icon appears on the
status bar.
3 On the other device’s screen, search for and select your tablet from the Wi-
Fi
networks list. Alternatively, tap QR code on the Mobile Hotspot screen and
scan the QR code with the other device.
· If the mobile hotspot is not found, on your tablet, set Band to 2.4 GHz, tap
Advanced, and then tap the Hidden network switch to turn it off.
· If you turn on the Auto Hotspot feature, you can share your tablet’s mobile
data connection with other devices signed in to your Samsung account.
More connection settings
Customize settings to control other connection features. On the Settings
screen, tap Connections More connection settings.
· Nearby device scanning: Set the tablet to scan for nearby devices to connect
to. · Printing: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the
device. You can
search for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to
Printing for more information. · VPN: Set up virtual private networks (VPNs)
on your device to connect to a school or company’s private network. · Private
DNS: Set the device to use the security enhanced private DNS. · Ethernet: When
you connect an Ethernet adapter, you can use a wired network and configure
network settings.
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Printing
Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can
connect the device to a printer through Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print
images or documents.
Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins
Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections More connection settings Printing
Download plugin.
2 Select a printer plug-in and install it. 3 Select the installed printer
plug-in.
The device will automatically search for printers that are connected to the
same Wi-Fi network as your device.
4 Select a printer to add.
To add printers manually, tap Add printer. Printing content While accessing
content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap Print All
printers…, and then select a printer.
Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.
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Settings
Connected devices
Change settings for device connections. On the Settings screen, tap Connected
devices.
· Quick Share: Change the Quick Share settings. Refer to Quick Share for more
information.
· Auto switch Buds: Set the Galaxy Buds to switch from another device to your
tablet when you make or answer a call, play media, and more. You can use this
feature only when you signed in to the same Samsung account on the other
device and you are wearing your Galaxy Buds.
· Call & text on other devices: Connect your tablet and phone to use calling
and messaging features on the tablet with your phone number. You must register
and sign in to the same Samsung account on the tablet and phone. Some calling
and messaging features may not be available.
· Continue apps on other devices: Use your tablet’s apps on other devices
signed in to your Samsung account.
· Link to Windows: Access and use the mobile device’s data, such as apps or
pictures, on a Windows computer. Refer to Link to Windows for more
information.
· Multi control: Use a mouse and keyboard connected to a Samsung computer that
supports this feature on your tablet.
· Second screen: Connect your tablet and computer to use the tablet as an
additional display for the computer. Your computer must be running Windows 10
or higher.
· Samsung DeX: Set the device to use like a computer. Refer to Samsung DeX for
more information.
· Smart View: View your tablet’s displayed content on a large screen by
connecting your tablet to a screen mirroring-enabled TV or monitor. Refer to
Smart View for more information.
· SmartThings: Control and manage smart appliances and Internet of Things
(IoT) products. Refer to SmartThings for more information.
· Android Auto: Connect your device to a vehicle and control some of your
device’s features on the vehicle’s display. Some features may not be available
depending on the model.
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Settings
Modes and Routines
Introduction
Select a mode based on your current activity or location, or add your repeated
usage patterns as routines and use your device more conveniently. On the
Settings screen, tap Modes and Routines.
Using modes
Adding modes 1 On the Settings screen, tap Modes and Routines Modes. 2 Select
a mode you want or tap Add mode to add your own modes. Running modes
Modes will run automatically when their conditions are detected. You can also
run them manually by tapping the button whenever you want. To run modes
manually, select the mode you want and tap Turn on. To turn off a running
mode, tap the mode and tap Turn off.
Using routines
Adding routines 1 On the Settings screen, tap Modes and Routines Routines. 2
Tap and select a routine you want or tap to add your own routines.
If you want to set the routine’s running condition to manual, tap Start
manually. This option will appear only when there are no running conditions
set. When a pop-up window appears, tap Add. You can add the routine to the
Home screen as a widget and access it directly.
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Running routines
Auto routines will run automatically when their conditions are detected. For
routines which you set the running condition as Start manually, you can run
them manually by tapping the button whenever you want. To run routines
manually, tap next to the routine you want to run. Alternatively, tap the
routine’s widget on the Home screen. To stop running routines, tap the routine
under Running and tap Stop.
Sound
Options
Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap
Sound.
· Sound / Mute: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode. · Temporary
mute: Set the device to use silent mode for a certain period. · Ringtone:
Change the call ringtone. · Notification sound: Change the notification sound.
· System sound: Change the sound to use for certain actions, such as charging
the
device. · Volume: Adjust the device’s volume level. · Sound quality and
effects: Set the device’s sound quality and effects. Refer to Sound
quality and effects for more information. · Separate app sound: Set the device
to play media sound from a specific app
separately on another audio device. Refer to Separate app sound for more
information.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
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Sound quality and effects
Set the device’s sound quality and effects. On the Settings screen, tap Sound
Sound quality and effects.
· Dolby Atmos: Select a surround sound mode optimized for various types of
audio, such as movies, music, and voice. With Dolby Atmos, you can experience
moving audio sounds that flow all around you.
· Dolby Atmos for gaming: Experience the Dolby Atmos sound optimized for games
while playing games.
· Equalizer: Select an option for a specific music genre and enjoy optimized
sound. · UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos when
using wired
headphones. · Adapt sound: Set the best sound for you.
Depending on the model, you must connect headphones to use some features.
Separate app sound
Set the device to play media sound from a specific app on a connected
Bluetooth speaker or headset. For example, you can listen to the Navigation
app through your device’s speaker while listening to playback from the Music
app through a vehicle’s Bluetooth speaker.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Sound Separate app sound and tap the switch to
turn it
on.
2 Select an app to play media sounds separately and tap the Back button. 3
Select a device for playing the selected app’s media sound.
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Notifications
Change the notification settings. On the Settings screen, tap Notifications.
· App notifications: Select the apps you want to receive notifications from. ·
Lock screen notifications: Set how to show notifications on the locked screen.
· Notification pop-up style: Select a notification pop-up style and change the
settings. · Do not disturb: Set the device to mute all sounds except for
allowed exceptions. · Advanced settings: Configure advanced settings for
notifications.
Display
Options
Change the display and the Home screen settings. On the Settings screen, tap
Display.
· Light / Dark: Turn Dark mode on or off. · Dark mode settings: Reduce eye
strain by applying the dark theme when using the
device at night or in a dark place. You can set a schedule for applying Dark
mode. The dark theme may not be applied in some apps.
· Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the display. · Adaptive brightness: Set
the device to keep track of your brightness adjustments
and apply them automatically in similar lighting conditions. · Motion
smoothness: Change the refresh rate of the screen. When a high refresh rate
is set, the screen will scroll more smoothly. Refer to Motion smoothness for
more information. · Eye comfort shield: Reduce eye strain by limiting the
amount of blue light emitted by the screen. You can set a schedule for
applying this feature.
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· Screen mode: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and
contrast. Vivid mode may not be compatible with third-party apps.
· Font size and style: Change the font size and style. · Screen zoom: Make the
items on the screen larger or smaller. · Screen timeout: Set the length of
time the device waits before turning off the
display when it is idle. · Edge panels: Change the settings for the Edge
panel. · Taskbar: Change the settings for the taskbar. Refer to Taskbar for
more information. · Navigation bar: Change the navigation bar settings. Refer
to Navigation bar (soft
buttons) for more information. · Touch sensitivity: Increase the touch
sensitivity of the screen for use with screen
protectors. · Screen saver: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the
device is charging.
Some features may not be available depending on the model.
Motion smoothness
The refresh rate is the number of times the screen is refreshed every second.
Use a high refresh rate to prevent the screen from flickering when switching
between screens. The screen will scroll more smoothly. When you select a
standard refresh rate, you can use the battery longer.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Display Motion smoothness. 2 Select a refresh
rate.
· Adaptive: Get smoother animations and scrolling by automatically adjusting
your screen refresh rate into a higher one.
· Standard: Use a standard refresh rate in normal situations to conserve
battery power.
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Settings
Wallpaper and style
Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. On
the Settings screen, tap Wallpaper and style.
Home screen
Configure settings for the Home screen, such as the screen layout. On the
Settings screen, tap Home screen.
Lock screen
Options
Change the settings for the locked screen. On the Settings screen, tap Lock
screen.
· Screen lock type: Change the screen lock method. · Smart Lock: Set the
device to unlock itself when trusted locations or devices are
detected. Refer to Smart Lock for more information. · Secure lock settings:
Change screen lock settings for the selected lock method. · Lock screen:
Change the settings of the items displayed on the locked screen and
the wallpaper for the locked screen. · Widgets: Change the settings of the
items displayed when you tap the clock on the
locked screen. · Touch and hold to edit: Set the device to display the editing
options when you touch
and hold the locked screen. · Roaming clock: Change the clock to show both the
local and home time zones on
the locked screen when roaming. · About Lock screen: Check out the Lock screen
version and legal information.
· Some features may not be available depending on the carrier or model. · The
available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected.
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Settings
Smart Lock
You can set the device to unlock itself and remain unlocked when trusted
locations or devices are detected. For example, if you have set your home as a
trusted location, when you get home your device will detect the location and
automatically unlock itself. On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen Smart
Lock and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
· This feature will be available to use after you set a screen lock method. ·
When you turn on the device or do not use it for four hours, you must unlock
the
screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set.
Security and privacy
Options
Check the device’s security and privacy status and change the settings. On the
Settings screen, tap Security and privacy.
· Lock screen: Change the settings for the locked screen. · Accounts: Change
the settings for your accounts. · Find My Mobile: Turn the Find My Mobile
feature on or off. Access
smartthingsfind.samsung.com to track and control your lost or stolen tablet.
You can also check the location of the wearable devices connected to this
tablet. · App security: Scan apps and keep your device safe from malicious
software. · Updates: Check the version of your device’s software and check for
updates. · Privacy: Change the settings for privacy. · Biometrics: Change the
settings for biometric data. Refer to Face recognition and Fingerprint
recognition for more information. · Samsung Pass: Verify your identity through
your biometric data. Refer to Samsung Pass for more information.
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Settings
· Secure Folder: Create a secure folder to protect your private content and
apps from others. Refer to Secure Folder for more information.
· Secure Wi-Fi: Set the device to protect your data while using unsecured Wi-
Fi networks. Refer to Secure Wi-Fi for more information.
· Install unknown apps: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from
unknown sources.
· Other security settings: Configure addi
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