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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 leave or 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.

Memory card (microSD card)

Installing a memory card
Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.

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1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot. 3 Place a memory card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards and
gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.

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4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
· Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data stored in it.
· Use caution to insert the memory 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 memory card may leave or 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 memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat the card or will not recognise the card. To use the memory card, you must format it. If your device cannot format or recognise the memory card, contact the memory card manufacturer or a Samsung Service Centre. · Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards. · When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory appears in the My Files SD card folder.
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
1 Launch the Settings app and tap Battery and device care Storage. 2 Swipe to the left to view the SD card page. 3 Tap Unmount.
Do not remove external storage, such as a memory card or USB storage, while the device is transferring or accessing information, or right after transferring data. Doing so can cause data to be corrupted or lost or cause damage to the external storage or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses, including loss of data, resulting from the misuse of external storage devices.
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Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.
1 Launch the Settings app and tap Battery and device care Storage. 2 Swipe to the left to view the SD card page. 3 Tap Format.
Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions.
Turning the device on and off
Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.
Side key Volume Down key
Turning the device on
Press and hold the Side key for a few seconds to turn on the device.
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Turning the device off 1 To turn off the device, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down key
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 key. Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features Side key, and then tap Power off menu under Press and hold.
Forcing restart
If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Side key and the Volume Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.
Initial setup
When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your device.
If you do not connect to a Wi-Fi network, you may not be able to set up some device features during the initial setup.
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Samsung account
Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit account.samsung.com.
1 Launch the Settings app and tap Samsung account.
Alternatively, launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts Add account Samsung account.
2 If you already have a Samsung account, sign in to your Samsung account.
· If you want to sign in using your Google account, tap Continue with Google. · 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 Launch the Settings app 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 device. Launch the Settings app 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 device with the USB cable to easily and quickly transfer data.
1 Connect your device and the previous device using your device’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 Allow.
If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store. Your device will recognise the previous device and a list of data you can transfer will appear.
4 Select an item to bring and tap Transfer.
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.
Transferring data wirelessly
Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.
1 On the previous device, launch Smart Switch.
If you do not have the app, download it from Galaxy Store or Play Store.
2 On your device, launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup Bring data
from old device.
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3 Place the devices near each other. 4 On the previous device, tap Send data Wireless. 5 On your device, tap Receive data, select your previous device’s operating system, and
then tap Wireless.
6 On the previous device, tap Allow. 7 On your device, select an item to bring and tap Transfer.
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 device. 3 On your device, launch the Settings app and tap Accounts and backup External
storage transfer.
4 Select the backup date under Restore from SD card and tap Restore. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from external storage.
Transferring backup data from a computer
Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch computer version app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch. 2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program 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 device to the computer using the USB cable. 6 On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.
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Understanding the screen

Controlling the touchscreen
Tapping Tap the screen.
Dragging Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position.
Swiping Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right.

Tapping and holding Tap 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 touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.
· To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
· It is recommended not to use fixed graphics on part or all of the touchscreen for extended periods. Doing so may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting.
The device may not recognise 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. · Tap and hold to launch the Google Assistant app. · Tap to return to the previous screen.

Hiding the navigation bar
View files or use apps on a wider screen by hiding the navigation bar. Launch the Settings app, 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 deactivate it.

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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, tap and hold an empty area, tap Settings, and then tap the Show Apps screen button on Home screen switch to activate it. 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, tap 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: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location. · Deleting panels: Tap on the panel.
· Wallpapers: Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen. · Widgets: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions 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, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap Settings Home screen layout Home screen only Apply. You can now access all your apps by swiping to the left on the Home screen.
Launching Finder
Search for content on the device quickly.
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
Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen. To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen, and then 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
Create folders and gather similar apps to quickly access and launch apps. On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it 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 Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.
· Deleting a folder Tap and hold a folder, and then tap Delete folder. Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.
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Edge panel
You can quickly 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, launch the Settings app, tap Display, and then tap the Edge panels switch to activate it.

Edge panel handle

Edge panel

Edge panel settings
Lock screen
Pressing the Side key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period. To unlock the screen, swipe in any direction when the screen turns on. If the screen is off, press the Side key to turn on the screen. Alternatively, double-tap the screen.
Changing the screen lock method
To change the screen lock method, launch the Settings app, 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 you enter the unlock code incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the Settings app, tap Lock screen Secure lock settings, unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method, and then tap the Auto factory reset switch to activate it.
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Indicator icons
Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

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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

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LTE network connected

5G network connected

LTE network connected in LTE network that includes the 5G network

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

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S Pen connected/disconnected

S Pen battery power level

Location services being used

Call in progress

Missed call

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

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Mute mode / Vibration mode

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

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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 service provider or model.

Notification panel

When you receive new notifications, indicator icons appear on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and view the details.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel, swipe upwards on the screen.
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.

Quick setting buttons

Launch Settings.

View the notification details and perform various actions.

Clear all notifications.

Access the notification settings.

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Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification panel to view more buttons. To add more buttons, tap .

Control connected nearby devices and SmartThings
devices and scenes.

Control media on your device and connected nearby devices.
Quick setting buttons

Adjust the brightness of the display.
To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings, tap and hold a button. To rearrange buttons, tap Edit buttons, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another location.
Controlling media playback
Take control of music or video playback easily using the Media feature.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap Media output. 2 Tap the icons on the controller to control the playback.
Controlling nearby devices
Launch quickly and take control of nearby connected devices and frequently used SmartThings devices and scenes on the notification panel.
1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then 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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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 view the captured screenshots in Gallery. Method 1) Key capture: Press the Side key and the Volume Down key 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 activated, launch the Settings app, tap
Advanced features Motions and gestures, and then tap the Palm swipe to capture switch to activate it.
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 view the cropped area in Gallery.
· : Add tags to the screenshot. To search for screenshots by tag, tap Search at the top of the Apps screen and tap Screenshots . You can view the tags list and easily search for the screenshot you want.
· : Share the screenshot with others. If the options are not visible on the captured screen, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder, and then tap the Screenshot toolbar switch to activate it.
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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) to
activate it.
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 . You can use this feature only when the
S Pen is detached from the device. · To record the screen with a video overlay of yourself, tap .
3 When you are finished recording the video, tap .
You can view the video in Gallery. To change the screen recorder settings, launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder.

Entering text

Keyboard layout
A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text.

Delete a preceding character.

Additional keyboard functions
Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it twice.
Enter symbols.

View more keyboard functions.
Break to the next line.
Move the cursor.
Enter a space.

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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 swiping to the left or right on the space key.
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, launch the Settings app, tap General management Keyboard list and default, and then tap the Keyboard button on navigation bar switch to activate it.
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. · : Change the keyboard mode. · : Switch to handwriting mode. · : Search for content and enter it. · : Enter text by voice. · : Change the keyboard settings. Tap to use more keyboard functions. · : Translate text and enter it. · : Change the keyboard size. · : Enter your personal information registered to Samsung Pass. · : Share music links. · : Share video links. · : Open the text editing panel.
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Getting started · : Enter emojis. · : Attach animated GIFs. · / / : Enter stickers. Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
Copying and pasting
1 Tap and hold over text. 2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text. 3 Tap Copy or Cut.
The selected text is copied to the clipboard.
4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste.
To paste text that you have previously 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 specialised for Samsung Galaxy devices. Launch the Galaxy Store app. Browse apps by category or tap to search for a keyword.
· This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model. · To change the auto update settings, tap Menu Auto update apps, and then
select an option.

Play Store
Purchase and download apps. Launch 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
Tap 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
Launch the Settings app, tap Apps 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 view your app permission settings, launch the Settings app and tap Apps. Select an app and tap Permissions. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions. To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the Settings app 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 charging or tapping
the touchscreen, may not work. · Even if the S Pen has been fully discharged, you can use other S Pen features, such as
tapping the touchscreen or the Air command features. · If you use the S Pen at sharp angles on the screen, the device may not recognise the
S Pen actions. · If the S Pen is not working properly, take it to a Samsung Service Centre.
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Charging the S Pen
The S Pen must be charged before you can control apps remotely by using the S Pen button. When the S Pen and the S Pen charger are properly aligned, charging will begin. If the Air action feature is deactivated, the S Pen will be charged only when the device is charging.
· If the device and the S Pen are not attached like in the image, the S Pen may not be charged. Attach the S Pen by aligning the top of the S Pen to the end of the S Pen charger as shown in the image.
· If you use the device on the floor with the S Pen attached to the S Pen charger, it may scratch the S Pen.
Air actions
Control apps remotely by using the S Pen connected to your device via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). For example, you can quickly launch apps, such as the camera app, by pressing and holding the S Pen button. Also, while using the camera app, you can take a picture by pressing the button once. While playing music, you can turn the volume up if you lift the S Pen up while pressing and holding the S Pen button and turn the volume down if you lower it.
· The S Pen must be charged before you can use the Air actions feature. Refer to Charging the S Pen for more information.
· When you detach the S Pen from the S Pen charger, the icon will appear on the status bar. If the S Pen is discharged or far from the device, or if there are obstacles or there is external interference between the S Pen and the device, the S Pen will be disconnected from the device and the icon will turn grey ( ). To use the Air actions feature again, connect the S Pen with the device by reattaching the S Pen to the S Pen charger.
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Taking pictures with the S Pen
Even though you take pictures with your device placing for a distance, you can easily take pictures by pressing the S Pen button without setting a timer.
1 Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features S Pen Air actions, and then tap
the switch to activate the feature.
2 Launch the Camera app. 3 Press the S Pen button once to take a picture.
· To take a series of pictures, press and hold the S Pen button. · To change the shooting mode, move the S Pen to the left or right while pressing and
holding the S Pen button. · To switch between cameras, press the S Pen button twice.
Changing apps or features to use
Change the app, feature, or actions you want to use with the S Pen feature. Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features S Pen Air actions.

Set an app or a feature to launch.
Set actions for each app.

S Pen battery power level Set actions for each gesture.

Set actions for camera and media apps.

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Resetting your S Pen
If the S Pen has connection problems or the S Pen disconnects often, reset the S Pen and connect it again. Attach the S Pen to the S Pen charger. Then, open the Air actions setting screen and tap Reset S Pen.
· You can only connect Samsung-approved S Pens that support Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
· Do not detach the S Pen from the device when it is being connected. Doing so will interrupt the process.
Air command
Air command is a menu that provides S Pen features and quick access to frequently used apps. To open the Air command panel, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button. You can also tap the Air command icon ( ) with the S Pen. Select a function or app on the Air command panel.
When the screen is off or locked with a screen lock method, removing the S Pen will not open the Air command panel.
S Pen battery power level
S Pen settings
· Create note: Create notes easily 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.
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· View all notes: View 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. · 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, view 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. · Magnify: Hover the S Pen over an area of the screen to enlarge it. · Glance: Reduce an app to a thumbnail and hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the app in full screen view. Refer to Glance for more information. · Colouring: Add colours to images provided by PENUP using the S Pen. · Write on calendar: Launch the Calendar app and write or draw on the screen. Refer to Write on calendar for more information. · Add: Add shortcuts to frequently used apps to the Air command panel.
Air command icon
When the Air command panel is closed, the Air command icon will remain on the screen. You can open the Air command panel by tapping the icon with the S Pen. To move the icon, drag to a new location. To remove the icon, drag to Remove at the top of the screen. If the Air command icon does not appear on the screen, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features S Pen, and then tap the Show air command icon switch to activate it. While using apps that support the Air actions feature, you can view actions available with each app by hovering the S Pen over the Air command icon.
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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 animation.
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/Insert: Pin the selected area to the screen. You can also insert the image into other apps, such as Samsung Notes. Tap and hold the image, and drag it to the other app’s screen.
· : Automatically changes the appearance of the selected area. · : Write or draw on the selected area. · : Extract text from 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 animation.
1 When there is content you want to capture during video playback, open the Air command
panel and tap Smart select.
2 On the toolbar, tap . 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.
· : Write or draw on the selected area. Tap · : 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 view the captured screenshots in Gallery.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps.

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Live messages
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 Customise background image and tap Done or Start drawing. 3 Write or draw on the live message screen.
Change the file format. Pen settings
Message input limit Preview Start over. Undo
4 Tap Done.
The live message will be saved in Gallery as an animated GIF file 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. Text selecting
granularity (word or sentence)
Translation result
· 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 recognised 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 view.
For example, launch a map app, open the Air command panel, and then tap Glance. The app will be reduced to a thumbnail at the bottom of the screen. While browsing webpages, hover the S Pen over the thumbnail to open the map app on the full screen and quickly search for places.
Hover the S Pen away from the screen to reduce the app to a thumbnail again.
To close the minimised app, tap and hold the thumbnail and drag it to Remove at the top of the screen.

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Write on calendar
Fill in your plans easily and quickly 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

Air view
Hover the S Pen over an item on the screen to preview content or view information in a pop-up window. In some apps, Action buttons will be displayed on the preview window.

Action buttons
If this feature is not activated, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features S Pen, and then tap the Air view switch to activate it.

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Pen Select
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.

Screen off memo
You can quickly create memos by writing on the screen without turning on it. When the screen is off, hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button. When you tap Save or reattach the S Pen to the S Pen charger after writing a memo, the memo will be saved to Samsung Notes.

Change the pen colour.

Save the memo in Samsung Notes.

Change the line thickness.

Eraser

Extend the page.
If this feature is not activated, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features S Pen, and then tap the Screen off memo switch to activate it.

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Unlocking the screen using the S Pen
If the screen is locked while the S Pen is connected, you can unlock the screen by pressing the S Pen button.
1 Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features S Pen S Pen unlock. 2 Tap Use S Pen unlock OK.
Now you can unlock the screen by pressing the S Pen button. · The Use S Pen unlock feature is available only when the screen lock method is set. · To use this feature, the S Pen must be connected to your device.

Phone

Introduction
Make or answer voice and video calls.
To make a call and send a text message, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features, and then tap the Call & text on other devices switch to activate it. You must register and sign in to the same Samsung account on your device and the other device. Some calling and messaging features may not be available. (SM-X700, SM-X800, SM-X900)

Making calls

1 Launch 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.

Preview the phone number.

Add the number to the contacts list.
More options
Search for a contact.

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Making calls from call logs or contacts list
Launch 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 deactivated, tap Settings Other call settings, and then tap the Swipe to call or text switch to activate it.
Using speed dial
To set a number to speed dial, launch the Phone app, tap Keypad or Contacts Speed dial numbers, select a speed dial number, and then add a phone number. To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10 and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit. For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and hold 3.
Making an international call 1 Launch the Phone app and tap Keypad. 2 Tap 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, launch the Phone app, tap Settings Quick decline messages, enter a message, and then tap .
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Blocking phone numbers
Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.
1 Launch the Phone app and tap Settings Block numbers. 2 Tap Recents or Contacts, select contacts or phone numbers, and then tap Done.
To manually enter a number, tap Add phone number, enter a phone number, and then tap . When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be logged in the call log.
You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap the Block unknown/private numbers switch to activate the feature.
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.
· Message: Send a message to the caller. · Bluetooth: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device. · Hold call: Hold a call. · Mute: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you. · Keypad / Hide: Open or close the keypad. · : End the current call. · 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 service provider or model.
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Contacts
Introduction
Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.
Adding contacts
Creating a new contact 1 Launch 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 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Import or export contacts
Import.
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 Launch the Settings app, tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts and select the
account to sync with.
2 Tap Sync account and tap the Contacts switch to activate it.
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Searching for contacts
Launch 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. · / : Make a video call. · : Compose a message. · : Compose an email.
Deleting contacts
1 Launch the Contacts app and tap Delete contacts. 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 Launch the Contacts app and tap Share contacts. 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 Launch 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 Launch the Contacts app and tap Manage contacts Merge contacts. 2 Tick contacts and tap Merge.
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Messages

Introduction
Send and view messages by conversation. You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming.
To make a call and send a text message, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features, and then tap the Call & text on other devices switch to activate it. You must register and sign in to the same Samsung account on your device and the other device. Some calling and messaging features may not be available. (SM-X700, SM-X800, SM-X900)
Sending messages
1 Launch the Messages app and tap . 2 Add recipients and enter a message.
To record and send a voice message, tap and hold , say your message, and then release your finger. 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.

Viewing messages
1 Launch 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.

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Sorting messages
You can sort messages by category and manage them easily. Launch 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 activate it.
Deleting messages
Tap and hold a message to delete, then tap Delete.
Changing message settings
Launch the Messages app, tap at the top of the messages list and tap Settings. You can block unwanted messages, change notification settings, and more.

Internet

Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to access them conveniently.
1 Launch the Internet app. 2 Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.
To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.

Bookmark the current webpage.

Refresh the current webpage.

Move between pages.

More options
Manage tabs. / Use secret mode.

View your bookmarks.

Open the homepage.

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Using secret mode
If you set a password for secret mode, you can prevent others from viewing your search history, browsing history, bookmarks, and saved pages.
1 Tap Turn on Secret mode. 2 Tap the Lock Secret mode switch to activate it, tap Start, and then set a password for
secret mode. In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars. To deactivate secret mode, tap Turn off Secret mode.
In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.
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 Launch the Camera app.
You can also launch the app by pressing the Side key twice quickly or dragging to the left on the locked screen.
· Some camera features are not available when you launch 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 service provider 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 resolutions.
· 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, due to 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 blurry.

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Using zoom features
Select 1/.5 or drag it up or down to zoom in or out. Alternatively, spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
· 1: The wide-angle camera lets you take basic pictures or record normal videos. · .5: The Ultra wide camera lets you take wide-angle pictures or record wide-angle videos
of things like landscapes. 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. Tap 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
· Tap 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 activate it.
Options for current shooting mode
On the preview screen, use the following options. · : Activate or deactivate the flash. · : Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a picture. · : Select an aspect ratio for pictures. · : Activate or deactivate the motion photo feature. If you activate the feature, a video clip will also be taken from a few seconds before tapping the camera button. · : Select a frame rate. · : Select an aspect ratio for videos.
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· : 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. Spot metering uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to calculate the exposure of the shot. Matrix metering averages the entire scene. · : In FOOD mode, focus on a subject inside the circular frame and blur the image outside the frame. · : In FOOD mode, adjust the colour tone. · : Customise the shooting options when taking single take shots.
The available options may vary depending on the model or shooting mode.
Photo mode
The camera adjusts the shooting options automatically depending on the surroundings to capture pictures easily. 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 recognising the position and angle of your subject. On the preview screen, tap and tap the Shot suggestions switch to activate it.
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 recognises 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.
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4 Tap to take a picture.
Ideal composition
Guide
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 use the My filters feature, 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 to record videos easily.
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.
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Single take mode
Take various pictures and videos in just 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 and move the camera to capture the scene you want. 3 When you are finished, tap the preview thumbnail.
To view 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.
Portrait mode / Portrait video mode
The camera allows you to capture pictures or videos where the background is blurred and the subject stands out clearly. You can also apply a background effect and edit it after taking a picture.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap PORTRAIT or tap MORE PORTRAIT VIDEO. 2 Tap and select a background effect you want.
To adjust the intensity of the background effect, drag the adjustment bar.
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3 When Ready appears on the preview screen, tap to take a picture or tap to record a
video.
Background effect intensity
adjustment bar
Background effects
· The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode. · 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 is thin or transparent. ­ The subject has a similar colour to the background. ­ The subject or background is plain.
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 customise 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. For low-light situations, use a higher 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.
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Separating the focus area and the exposure area
You can separate the focus area and the exposure area. Tap and hold the preview screen. The AF/AE frame will appear on the screen. Drag the frame to the area where you want to separate the focus area and the exposure area.
Night mode
Take a picture in low-light conditions, without using the flash. When 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.
Food mode
Take pictures of food with more vibrant colours.
1 On the shooting modes list, tap MORE FOOD. 2 Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight.
The area outside the circular frame will be blurred. To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame.
3 Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone. 4 Tap to take a picture.
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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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Customising camera settings
On the preview screen, tap . Some options may not be available depending on the shooting mode. Intelligent features
· Scene optimiser: Set the device to adjust the colour settings and apply the optimised effect automatically depending on the subject or scene.
· Shot suggestions: Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the picture by recognising 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.
· Picture formats: Select how you want to save picture. ­ 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. · Selfie colour tone: Set a tone to apply when you take selfies.
Videos · Reduce file size: 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 memory. You may not be able to play the HEVC videos on other devices or share them online. · Video stabilisation: Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry image resulting from camera shake while recording a video.
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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, deactivate 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 launch the camera. · Storage location: Select the memory location for storage. This feature will appear when you insert a memory card. · Watermark: Add a watermark in the bottom left corner when taking pictures.
Privacy · Privacy Notice: View the privacy notice. · Permissions: View the permissions required to use the Camera app. · Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. · Contact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions. · About Camera: View the Camera app version and legal information. Some features may not be available depending on the model.
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Gallery

Introduction
View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories.

Using Gallery
Launch the Gallery app.

More options
Search for images.
Group similar images.

Grouping similar images
Launch the Gallery app and tap to group similar images and display only the best shots as a preview of the images. When you tap the image preview, you can view all the images in the group.

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Viewing images
Launch 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 Launch 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.

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Viewing videos
Launch 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.
Create an animated GIF.

Configure the caption settings.
Display your videos.
More options
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. Tap and hold
to rewind.

Rotate the screen.
Skip to the next video. Tap and hold to fast-forward.
Pause and resume playback.

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

Viewing brighter and clearer videos
Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colours. Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Video brightness Bright.
· This feature is only available in some apps. · Using this feature will increase battery consumption.

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Albums
Create albums and sort your images and videos.
1 Launch the Gallery app and tap Albums Create album to create an album. 2 Select the album, tap Add items, and then copy or move the images or videos you want.
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. Launch the Gallery app, tap Stories, and then select a story. To add or delete images or videos, select a story and tap Add or Edit.
Syncing images and videos
Launch the Gallery app, tap Sync with OneDrive, 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 view 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
Launch the Gallery app, tap and hold an image, a video, or a story to delete, and then tap Delete.
Using the recycle bin feature
You can keep the deleted images and videos in the recycle bin. The files will be deleted after a certain period. Launch the Gallery app, tap , and then tap the Recycle bin switch to activate it. To view files in the recycle bin, launch the Gallery app and tap Recycle bin.
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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: · Launch the AR Zone app. · Launch the Camera app and tap MORE AR ZONE. Some features may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
AR Emoji Studio
Create emojis any way you want and have fun using them in various features.
Creating an AR Emoji 1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio. 2 You can pick a pre-made emoji to get started quickly. 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.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to create an emoji.
My emojis list More options
Edit the emoji.
Selecting an AR emoji to use Launch the AR Zone app, tap AR Emoji Studio , and then select an emoji you want.
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Deleting AR emojis
Launch the AR Zone app, tap AR Emoji Studio Delete.

, tick emojis to delete, and then tap

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 call background image.
1 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Studio. 2 Select Create video or Call screen. 3 Select a template you want.
To change the background image, tap .
4 Tap Save to save the video.
You can view the saved videos in Gallery.
5 To use the video directly, select an option at the bottom of the screen.

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 Launch 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 Launch 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. · MIRROR: The emoji mimics your body movements. · PLAY: The emoji moves on a real background.
3 Tap the emoji icon to take a picture, or tap and hold the icon to record a video.
You can view and share the pictures and videos that you have captured in Gallery.
AR Emoji Stickers
Create your own stickers with your emoji’s expressions and actions. You can use your emoji stickers when sending messages or on a social network.
Creating your own stickers 1 Launch 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 view the stickers you have created by tapping Custom.
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Deleting AR emoji stickers
Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Emoji Stickers Delete stickers. 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 via 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 fun videos with virtual handwriting or drawings on faces or anywhere else. When the camera recognises 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 Launch the AR Zone app and tap AR Doodle.
When the camera recognises the subject, the recognition area will appear on the screen.
2 Tap and 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.
Delete doodle.

Pen tool 3D scan
Text GIF
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 view 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 function 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 key 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 key, say what you want to Bixby, and then release your finger from the key. Alternatively, say “Hi, Bixby” and say what you want. For example, while pressing and holding the Side key, say “How’s the weather today?”The weather information will appear on the screen. If you want to know the weather tomorrow, while pressing and holding the Side key, just say “Tomorrow?” If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, while pressing and holding the Side key, answer Bixby. Or, tap and answer Bixby. If you are using headphones or Bluetooth audio devices, or start a conversation by saying “Hi, Bixby”, you can continue the conversation without tapping the icon. Launch the Bixby app and tap Settings Automatic listening Hands-free only.
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Waking up Bixby using your voice
You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby”. Register your voice so that Bixby will respond to your voice when you say “Hi, Bixby”.
1 Launch the Bixby app and tap Settings Voice wake-up. 2 Tap the Wake with “Hi, Bixby” switch to activate it. 3 Tap the Recognise voice switch to activate it. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Now you can say “Hi, Bixby” and start a conversation.
Communicating by typing text
If your voice is not recognised due to noisy environments or if you are in a situation where speaking is difficult, you can communicate with Bixby via text. Launch 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 quickly search for information by recognising objects. Use a variety of useful Bixby Vision features.
· This feature may not be available or you may 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 Internet app, tap and hold an image and tap Search with Bixby Vision. · If you added the Bixby Vision app icon to the Apps screen, launch the Bixby Vision app.
Using Bixby Vision
1 Launch Bixby Vision. 2 Select a feature you want to use.
· : Recognise text from documents or images and translate it. · : Recognise text from documents or images and extract it. · : Search for images similar to the recognised object online and related information. · : Search for information of products.
The available features and search results may vary depending on the region or service provider.
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Bixby Routines
Introduction
Add your repeated usage patterns as routines and use your device more conveniently. For example, a `before bed’ routine will perform actions, such as turning on silent mode and dark mode, to not be jarring on your eyes and ears when you use the device before going to bed.
Adding routines
1 Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines. 2 On the Discover list, select a routine you want or tap Add routine to add your own
routines. · You can set the conditions and actions of routines on the Discover list. · 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 quickly.

Recommendation list

Add your own routines.

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Adding recommended routines
When your device learns your usage patterns, it will recommend adding useful or frequently used features as routines. When the recommendation notification appears, tap the notification and save it as your own routine.

Using routines

Running auto routines
Auto routines will run automatically when their conditions are detected.

Running manual routines
For manual routines which you set the running condition as Start manually, you can run them manually by tapping the button whenever you want. Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines My routines and tap next to the routine you want to run. Alternatively, tap the routine’s widget on the Home screen.

Viewing running routines

Currently running routines will appear on the notification panel. To view a routine’s details, tap the notification.

You can also quickly stop running routines. On the notification panel, tap routine and tap Stop.

next to a

Managing routines
Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features Bixby Routines My routines. Your routines will appear. To deactivate a routine, tap the routine More Disable this routine. To delete routines, tap Edit, tick routines to delete, and then tap Delete.

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Multi window
Introduction
Multi window lets you run up to three apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view.

Split screen view
Some apps may not support this feature.

Pop-up view

Split screen view
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. 3 On the apps list, select another app to launch.
Launching apps from the Edge panel
1 While using an app, drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. 2 Tap and hold an app, drag it to the left, and then drop it where Drop here to open
appears. The selected app will launch in the split screen view.
You can set to launch an app in the split screen view by tapping it once. Tap Edit and tap Tap under Open in split screen view. If you tap the Show recent apps switch to activate it, you can launch the recently used apps in the split screen view from the Edge panel.

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Adding app pairs
Add frequently used apps to the Edge panel to launch 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 .
The apps you are using in the split screen view will be saved on the Edge panel as an app pair.
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 maximised.
Pop-up view
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 pop-up view.
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view. If you tap the Home button while using a pop-up window, the window will be minimised and displayed as an app icon. To use the pop-up window again, tap the app icon.
Launching apps from the Edge panel 1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. 2 Tap and hold an app, drag it to the left, and then drop it where Drop here for pop-up
view appears. The selected app will launch in the pop-up view.
Moving pop-up windows
To move a pop-up window, tap the window’s toolbar and drag it to a new location.
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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. Visit www.samsung.com/samsung-health for more information.
Using Samsung Health
Launch 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 Manage items.

Home cards

Monitor your health and fitness.

Manage your profile and view your health and fitness history.

View health tips.

· 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 Launch the Samsung Notes app, tap , and then create a note.
Enter a title.

Insert files. Manage pages. Reading mode

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
Tap 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 more easily 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 size

Redo

Straighten Change styles.

Auto-fix 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
Use the easy writing pad to enter your handwriting more easily. 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 synchronised 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
Launch 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 quickly view it or open and edit it.
1 Launch the Samsung Notes app. 2 Select a note and tap Add to Home screen.
The note will be added to the Home screen.
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 view the latest news and tips. Samsung Members can help you solve any problems you might 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) to activate it. If you cannot find (Kids) on the quick 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 activating the Parental controls feature or closing Samsung Kids.
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Using parental control features
You can configure the settings for Samsung Kids and view 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.
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. Launch the Samsung TV Plus app.
This app may not be available depending on the service provider or model.
Galaxy Shop
Access the Samsung website and view various information related to products. Launch the Galaxy Shop app.
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PENUP
PENUP is a social network service for sharing artwork drawn with the S Pen. Post your artwork, view others’ artwork, and get useful drawing tips. Launch the PENUP app.
Calendar
Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events in your planner.
Creating events 1 Launch the Calendar app and tap or double-tap a date.
If the date already has saved events or tasks in it, tap the date and tap .
2 Enter event details and tap Save. Syncing events with your accounts 1 Launch the Settings app, tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts, and then
select the account to sync with.
2 Tap Sync account and tap the Calendar switch to activate it.
To add accounts to sync with, launch 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
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 activated. Location reminders
may not be available depending on the model.
Starting Reminder
Launch 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 Launch 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 Select a category and tap Edit. 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, tap and hold a reminder, tick reminders to delete, and then tap Delete.
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Voice Recorder
Record or play voice recordings.
1 Launch 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 recognise 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
Access and manage various files stored in the device. Launch the My Files app. To check for unnecessary data and free up the device’s storage, tap Analyse 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. Launch the Clock app.
Calculator
Perform simple or complex calculations. Launch 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 for easy access. You can set the device to game mode to play games more easily. Launch the Game Launcher app and select the game you want.
· If Game Launcher does not appear, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features, and then tap the Game Launcher switch to activate it.
· Games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Store will be automatically shown on the Game Launcher screen. If you cannot see your games, tap My games Add games.
Removing a game from Game Launcher
Tap My games, tap and hold a game, and then tap Remove.
Changing the performance mode
You can change the game performance mode. Launch the Game Launcher app, tap Game Booster Game optimisation, and then select the mode you want.
· Performance: This focuses on giving you the best possible performance while playing games.
· 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
Game Booster lets you play games in a better environment. 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 touchscreen while the game is being played. To unlock the touchscreen, 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. · Monitoring temperature / Monitoring memory: 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 activate it.
· Available options may vary depending on the game.
Launching apps in pop-up windows while playing games
You can launch 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 with your tablet. To view more information, launch the SmartThings app and tap Menu How to use.
1 Launch 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 errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty. When errors 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 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap and select a sharing method you want.
You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network.
Quick Share
Sharing content with nearby devices Share content with nearby devices via Wi- Fi Direct or Bluetooth, or with SmartThings supported devices. 1 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 On the other device, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap
(Quick Share) to activate it. If you cannot find (Quick Share) on the quick panel, tap and drag the button over to add it.
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3 Tap Quick Share and select a device to transfer the image to. 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.
Setting who can find your device Set who is allowed to find and send content to your device. 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 device. · Contacts only: Only allow Samsung users in your contacts to share with your device. · Anyone nearby: Allow any nearby devices to share with your device.
Music Share
Introduction
The Music Share feature allows you to share your Bluetooth speaker that is already connected to your device 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 smartphone via 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, launch the Settings app, tap Connections Bluetooth
Advanced, and then tap the Music Share switch to activate it. You can use additional features, such as setting who to share your device with, by tapping Music Share.
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3 On your friend’s smartphone, 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 via your friend’s smartphone, the music playing via your tablet will be paused.
Listening to music together with Galaxy Buds
You can listen to music on your tablet together through your Buds and your friend’s Buds. This feature is supported only on the Galaxy Buds series.
1 Make sure that your tablet, your friend’s smartphone, 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 smartphone, launch the Settings app, tap Connections Bluetooth
Advanced, and then tap the Music Share switch to activate it. 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, swipe downwards, and then tap Media
output.
4 Tap Music Share and select your friend’s Buds from the detected devices list. 5 On your friend’s smartphone, accept the connection request.
When you play music via your tablet, you can listen to it together via both Buds.
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Smart View
View your device’s displayed content on a large screen by connecting your device 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 device’s screen.
When you play a video with Smart View, the resolution may vary depending on the TV model.
Samsung Flow
Introduction
Samsung Flow allows you to easily connect your tablet to your smartphone and use them conveniently, such as checking notifications or sharing contents. 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.
· This feature is only available on some Samsung Android devices. · To use this feature, you must activate Bluetooth feature on your tablet and your
smartphone.
Connecting your tablet and smartphone
1 On your smartphone, launch the Samsung Flow app. 2 On your tablet, launch the Samsung Flow app and tap Connect to phone. 3 Select your smartphone from the detected devices list. 4 Select a connection method. 5 Confirm the passkey on both devices.
The devices will be connected. If your smartphone supports fingerprint recognition feature, set up Samsung Pass on your smartphone to connect the devices more easily and securely using your fingerprint.
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Checking notifications on your tablet
When you receive new notifications on your smartphone, tap NOTIFICATIONS to check the notifications on your tablet.
Sharing contents
You can share your smartphone’s contents with your tablet.
Daily Board
Introduction
Daily Board lets you 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 view information, such as the time, weather, or your calendar. You can also create a note and control music while using it.
Launching 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 see 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, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features Daily Board Slideshow Select 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 easily on Daily Board. Tap and select an app to control playback.
Configuring settings for Daily Board
Configure various settings for Daily Board and make Daily board more personalised. Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features 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.
· 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. · Music: Turn the music controller feature on Daily Board on or off.
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· 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.
· Labs: Use a new feature of the Daily Board. · About Daily Board: View the Daily Board version and legal information.
Closing Daily Board
To close Daily Board, tap the Home button or the Back button.
Samsung DeX
Introduction
Samsung DeX is a service that allows you to use your tablet like a computer by connecting the tablet to an external display, such as a TV or monitor, or to the Keyboard Cover. Accomplish tasks you want done on your tablet quickly and easily on a large screen using a keyboard and mouse. While using Samsung DeX, you can simultaneously use your tablet.

On tablet screen

On external display

Use only official Samsung DeX supported accessories that are provided by Samsung. Performance problems and malfunctions caused by using accessories that are not officially supported are not covered by the warranty.

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Connecting devices and starting Samsung DeX
Connecting to the Keyboard Cover
Use your tablet like a computer by connecting the Keyboard Cover. Attach the device’s keyboard dock port so that it connects to the Keyboard Cover’s connector. When you tap Start, the Samsung DeX screen will appear.
· To set the device to switch to Samsung DeX automatically when connecting the Keyboard Cover, launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features Samsung DeX, and then tap the Auto start when Book Cover Keyboard is connected switch to activate it.
· While using the Keyboard Cover, you can easily launch Samsung DeX with a simple key combination (Fn + DeX).
· You can also launch Samsung DeX from quick settings without Keyboard Cover. Swipe downwards on the notification panel and tap (DeX).
· To use the device upright, attach the backside of the Keyboard Cover to the back of the device.
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Wired connections to external displays
You can connect your tablet to an external display using an HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI).
1 Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features Samsung DeX, and then tap the
Auto start when HDMI is connected switch to activate it.
2 Connect an HDMI adaptor to your tablet. 3 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI adaptor and to a TV or monitor’s HDMI port. 4 On your tablet’s screen, tap Start.
Without changing your tablet’s screen, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the connected TV or monitor.
HDMI adaptor (USB Type-C to HDMI)
HDMI cable
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Connecting to a TV wirelessly
You can use Samsung DeX by connecting your tablet to a TV wirelessly.
1 On your tablet, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap and hold
(DeX).
2 Select a TV from the detected devices list and tap Start now.
Some TVs will only be detected when its screen mirroring mode is turned on.
3 If the connection request window appears on the TV, accept the request. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
When they are connected, the Samsung DeX screen will appear on the TV. · It is recommended to use a Samsung Smart TV manufactured after 2019. · Make sure that screen mirroring is supported on the TV you want to connect to.
Controlling the Samsung DeX screen
Controlling with Keyboard Cover’s touchpad and keyboard
When you use Samsung DeX with the Keyboard Cover, you can use Keyboard Cover’s touchpad and keyboard to control the Samsung DeX screen.
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Controlling with an external keyboard and mouse
You can use a wireless keyboard/mouse. Refer to the respective device’s manual for more information.
· You can set the mouse pointer to flow from the external display to the tablet’s screen. Launch the Settings app, select Samsung DeX Mouse and trackpad, and then select the Flow pointer to tablet screen switch to activate it.
· You can also use the external keyboard on the tablet’s screen.
Using your tablet as a touchpad
You can use your tablet as a touchpad. On your tablet, tap on the navigation bar. If you have set the navigation bar to use Swipe gestures, open the notification panel and tap Use your tablet as a touchpad.
· If you double-tap on the touchpad, you can view the gestures you can use with the touchpad.
· If your tablet’s screen turns off, press the Side key or double-tap the screen to turn on the screen.
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Using Samsung DeX
Use your tablet’s features in an interface environment similar to a computer. You can multitask by running multiple apps simultaneously. You can also check your tablet’s notifications and status.

Favourite apps
Taskbar Apps button

Samsung DeX home screen
Notifications
Status bar
Quick access toolbar

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· The Samsung DeX screen layout may differ depending on the connected device. · When starting or ending Samsung DeX, running apps may be closed. · Some apps or features may not be available when using Samsung DeX. · To adjust the screen settings, use the connected TV or monitor’s display settings. · To change the audio output, tap the status bar, select Media output, and then select
a device.
Using the external display and tablet simultaneously
While using Samsung DeX, you can use separate apps on the external display and your tablet simultaneously. On the connected TV or monitor, launch an app to run on the Samsung DeX screen. Then, launch another app on your tablet.
Locking the Samsung DeX screen
If you want to lock the Samsung DeX screen and your tablet’s screen while using Samsung DeX, select Lock DeX.
While using Samsung DeX, you cannot lock the Samsung DeX screen and your tablet’s screen by pressing the Side key.
Ending Samsung DeX
Use the following methods to end Samsung DeX. · On your tablet, open the notification panel, swipe downwards, and then tap (DeX) to deactivate it. · Press the key combination (Fn + DeX) when you use Samsung DeX with the Keyboard Cover. · Tap at the bottom of the left corner and tap Exit DeX. · Disconnect your tablet from the HDMI adaptor.
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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 view more app information, access each app’s help menu.
· Chrome: Search for information and browse webpages. · Gmail: Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service. · Maps: Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location
information for various places around you. · YT Music: Enjoy various music and videos provided by YouTube Music. You can also view
the music collections stored on your device and play them. · Google Play Movies & 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 quickly for items on the Internet or your device. · Duo: Make a simple video call. · 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 service provider or model.
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Introduction

Customise device settings. Launch the Settings app. To search for settings by entering keywords, tap selecting a tag under Suggestions.

. You can also search for settings by

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: Activate 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 Bluetooth-enabled devices. Refer to Bluetooth for more information.
· Flight mode: Set the device to disable 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.

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· Mobile networks: Configure your mobile network settings. · Data usage: Keep track of your data usage amount and customise 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 activate 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 select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Refer to Mobile data only apps (Mobile network enabled models) for more information. · Mobile Hotspot and Tethering: Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices. For more information about the mobile hotspot, refer to Mobile Hotspot (Mobile network enabled models).
You may incur additional charges when using this feature. · More connection settings: Customise settings to control other features. Refer to More
connection settings for more information. Some features may not be available depending on the model.
Wi-Fi
Activate 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 activate it. 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 deactivate it. · If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature or the wireless router.
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Viewing the Wi-Fi network quality information
View 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 activate it. The network quality information will appear under the Wi-Fi networks. If it does not appear, tap Advanced and tap the Show network quality info switch to activate it.
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 the devices which have contacts each other 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 activate it. 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.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Wi-Fi and tap the switch to activate it. 2 Tap Wi-Fi Direct.
The detected devices are listed. If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns 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.
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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 via 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.
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Bluetooth and tap the switch to activate it.
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 device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device 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.
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Sending and receiving data
Many apps support data transfer via 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 Launch the Gallery app and select an image. 2 Tap Bluetooth and select a device to transfer the image to.
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its visibility option.
3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.
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 activate it. When the data saver feature is activated, the icon will appear on the status bar.
Data saver feature activated
To select apps to use data without restriction, tap Allowed to use data while Data saver is on and select apps.
Mobile data only apps (Mobile network enabled models)
Select apps to always use the mobile data even when your device is connected to a Wi-Fi network. 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 deactivate the Wi-Fi feature, the apps will launch using the mobile data. On the Settings screen, tap Connections Data usage Mobile data only apps and tap the switches next to the apps you want.
You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
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Mobile Hotspot (Mobile network enabled models)
Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices.
1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Mobile
Hotspot.
2 Tap the switch to activate it.
The icon appears on the status bar. You can change the level of security and the password by tapping Configure.
3 On the other device’s screen, search for and select your device 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 device, tap Configure and set Band to 2.4 GHz, tap Advanced, and then tap the Hidden network switch to deactivate it.
· If you activate the Auto Hotspot feature, you can share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices signed in to your Samsung account.
More connection settings
Customise settings to control other connection features. On the Settings screen, tap Connections More connection settings.
· Nearby device scanning: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to. · Printing: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed 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 adaptor, 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 via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.
Some printers may not be compatible with the device. Adding printer plug-ins Add printer plug-ins for printers you 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 viewing 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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Sounds and vibration
Options
Change settings for various sounds on the device. On the Settings screen, tap Sounds and vibration.
· Sound mode: Set the device to use sound mode, vibration mode, or silent mode. · Vibrate while ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls. · 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. · Call vibration pattern: Change the call vibration pattern. · Notification vibration pattern: Change the notification vibration pattern. · Vibration intensity: Adjust the force of the vibration notification. · System sound/vibration control: Set the device to sound or vibrate for actions, such as
controlling the touchscreen. · 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 the other 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 Sounds and vibration Sound quality and effects.
· Dolby Atmos: Select a surround sound mode optimised for vario

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