Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G / Ultra 5G User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: Samsung

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Galaxy Note20 5G / Ultra 5G
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Galaxy Note20 5G / Ultra 5G

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Getting started
Galaxy Note20 5G Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G Set up your device Start using your device
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Galaxy Note20 5G
Front camera

Rear cameras Flash
Volume keys Side key

Fingerprint scanner

S Pen

USB charger/Audio port

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Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G
Front camera

Rear cameras Flash
Volume keys Side key

Fingerprint scanner
S Pen

USB charger/Audio port

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Set up your device
Charge the battery | Wireless power sharing
Install SIM/microSD card Place the SIM card and
optional microSD card (Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G only; sold
separately) into the tray with the gold contacts facing down.
Charge your device Before turning on your device, charge it fully.
NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to federal and local guidelines and restrictions. Check with appropriate authorities and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your device.
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NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable) that are approved by Samsung. Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other charging devices and batteries may void your warranty and may cause damage. NOTE Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and dust- resistant features of your device, make sure that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For more information, see Maintaining water and dust resistance.
Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. A charger (charging head and USB Type-C cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from a power outlet.
TIP While charging, the device and the charger may become hot and stop charging. This usually does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.
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Wireless power sharing
Wirelessly charge your compatible Samsung devices using your phone. Some features are not available while sharing power.
1. From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Battery > Wireless power sharing.
2. Tap Battery limit and choose a percentage. Once the device you are charging has reached this level of charge, wireless power sharing automatically turns off.
3. Tap to turn on the charging feature. 4. With the phone face down, place the compatible device on the back of the phone
to charge. A notification sound or vibration occurs when charging begins. NOTE Wireless power sharing works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover from each device.
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For best results when using Wireless power sharing, please note:
· Remove any accessories or cover before using the feature. Depending on the type of accessory or cover, Wireless power sharing may not work properly.
· The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device, so you may need to adjust the placement to make a connection. When charging starts, a notification or vibration will occur, so the notification will help you know you’ve made a connection.
· Call reception or data services may be affected, depending on your network environment.
· Charging speed or efficiency can vary depending on device condition or surrounding environment.
· Do not use headphones while charging with Wireless power sharing.
Start using your device
Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Transfer data from an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts | Set up voicemail | Navigation | Navigation bar | Customize your home screen | S Pen | Bixby | Digital wellbeing and parental controls | Always On Display | Biometric security | Mobile continuity | Multi window | Edge panels | Enter text | Emergency mode
Turn on your device
Use the Side key to turn your device on. Do not use the device if the body is cracked or broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
Press and hold the Side key to turn the device on.
· To turn the device off, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time, and tap Power off. Confirm when prompted.
· To restart your device, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time, and tap Restart. Confirm when prompted.
TIP To learn more about powering off your device from Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key > How to power off your phone.
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Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard guides you through the basics of setting up your device. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
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Transfer data from an old device
Use Smart SwitchTM to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes, calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Bring data from old device. 2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.

Old Device

New Galaxy

Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.
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Lock or unlock your device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen locks, see Lock screen and security.
Side key Press to lock. Press to turn on the screen, and then swipe the screen to unlock it.
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Side key settings
You can customize the shortcuts assigned to the Side key.
Double press
Choose which feature is launched when the Side key is pressed twice. 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. 2. Tap Double press to enable this feature, and tap an option: l Quick launch camera (default) l Open Bixby l Open app
Press and hold
Choose which feature is launched when you press and hold the Side key. 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. 2. Under the Press and hold heading, tap an option: l Wake Bixby (default) l Power off menu
Accounts
Set up and manage your accounts.
TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See your carrier for more information.
Add a Google Account
Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage, apps installed from your account, and make full use of your device’s AndroidTM features.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Google.
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NOTE When you sign in to a Google Account, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is activated. FRP requires your Google Account information when resetting to factory settings. For more information, see Factory Reset Protection.
Add a Samsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps.
From Settings, tap Samsung account. Add an Outlook account
Sign in to your Outlook® account to view and manage email messages. 1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts. 2. Tap Add account > Outlook.
Set up voicemail
You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can access voicemail through the Phone app.
1. From Phone, touch and hold the 1 key. 2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your
name.
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Navigation
A touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty.
Tap
Lightly touch items to select or launch them. l Tap an item to select it. l Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.
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Swipe
Lightly drag your finger across the screen. l Swipe the screen to unlock the device. l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
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Drag and drop
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location. l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen. l Drag a widget to place it in a new location.
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Zoom in and out
Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out. l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out. l Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in.
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Touch and hold
Touch and hold items to activate them. l Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of options. l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen.
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Navigation bar
You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures.

Recent apps

Home

Back

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Navigation buttons
Use buttons along the bottom of the screen for quick navigation. 1. From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Buttons. 2. Tap an option under Button order to choose which side of the screen the Back and Recent apps icons display.
Navigation gestures
Hide the navigation buttons at the bottom of the screen for an unobstructed screen experience. Instead swipe to navigate your device.
1. From Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar > Swipe gestures to enable the feature.
2. Tap an option to customize: l More options: Choose a gesture type and sensitivity. l Gesture hints: Display lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen gesture is located. l Show button to hide keyboard: Show an icon on the bottom right corner of the screen to hide the keyboard when the device is in portrait mode. l Block gestures with S Pen: Prevent the S Pen from making navigation gestures.
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Customize your home screen
The Home screen is the starting point for navigating your device. You can place your favorite apps and widgets here, in addition to setting up additional Home screens, removing screens, changing the order of screens, and choosing a main Home screen.
App icons | Wallpaper | Themes | Icons | Widgets | Home screen settings | Easy mode | Status bar | Notification panel

App icons
Use app icons to launch an app from any Home screen.
From Apps, touch and hold an app icon, and tap Add to Home.

To remove an icon:
From a Home screen, touch and hold an app icon, and then tap

Remove.

NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app, it just removes the icon from a Home screen.

Wallpaper
Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture, video, or preloaded wallpaper.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and then tap Wallpapers. 2. Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers:
· My wallpapers: Choose from featured and downloaded wallpapers. · Gallery: Choose pictures and videos saved in the Gallery app. · Apply Dark mode to Wallpaper: Enable to apply Dark mode to your wallpaper. · Explore more wallpapers: Find and download more wallpapers from Galaxy
Themes. 3. Tap a picture or video to choose it.
· If choosing a single picture, choose which screen or screens you want to apply the wallpaper to.
· Videos and multiple pictures can only be applied to the Lock screen.

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· If choosing videos or pictures from the Gallery, tap on one or more items, and then tap Done.
4. Tap Set on Home screen, Set on Lock screen, or Set on Lock and Home screens (depending on which screens are applicable). · If applying a wallpaper to both the Home and Lock screens, enable Sync my edits if you want any edits made to that wallpaper to be applied to both screens.
Themes
Set a theme to be applied to your Home and Lock screens, wallpapers, and app icons. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Themes, and tap a theme to preview and download it. 3. Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > Themes to see downloaded themes. 4. Tap a theme, and then tap Apply to apply the selected theme.
Icons
Apply different icon sets to replace the default icons. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Themes > Icons, and tap an icon set to preview and download it. 3. Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > Icons to see downloaded icons. 4. Tap an icon, and then tap Apply to apply the selected icon set.
Widgets
Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Widgets, and then tap a widget set to open it. 3. Swipe to the widget you want to add to the Home screen, and tap Add.
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Customize Widgets Once you have added a widget, you can customize where it’s located and how it functions.
From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget, and tap an option:
· Remove: Delete a widget from your screen. · Settings: Customize the function or appearance of the widget. · App info: Review the widget usage, permissions, and more.
Home screen settings
Customize your Home and Apps screens.
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen. 2. Tap Settings to customize:
· Home screen layout: Set your device to have separate Home and Apps screens, or only a Home screen where all apps are located.
· Home screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Home screen.
· Apps screen grid: Choose a layout to determine how icons are arranged on the Apps screen.
· Show Apps screen button on Home screen: Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen.
· Lock Home screen layout: Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned.
· Add new apps to Home screen: Automatically add newly-downloaded apps to the Home screen.
· Hide apps: Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens. Return to this screen to restore hidden apps. Hidden apps are still installed and can appear as results in Finder searches.
· App icon badges: Enable to show badges on apps with active notifications. You can also choose the badge style.
· Swipe down for notification panel: Enable this feature to open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on the Home screen.
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Getting started · Rotate to landscape mode: Rotate the Home screen automatically when your device’s orientation is changed from portrait to landscape. · About Home screen: View version information.
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Easy mode
The Easy mode layout has larger text and icons, making for a more straightforward visual experience. Switch between the default screen layout and a simpler layout.

Apps list

1. From Settings, tap Display > Easy mode.

2. Tap

to enable this feature. The following options appear:

· Touch and hold delay: Set how long it takes for a continuous touch to be recognized as a touch and hold.

· High contrast keyboard: Choose a keyboard with high contrast colors.

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Status bar
The Status bar provides device information on the right side and notification alerts on the left.
Status icons

Battery full

Charging

Mute

Vibrate

Airplane mode

Bluetooth active

Notification icons

Location active

Alarm

Missed calls

Call in progress

New message

Voicemail

New email

Download

Upload

App update

Configure display options for the Status bar.
From Quick settings, tap More options > Status bar for the following options:
· Show notification icons: Choose how to display notification icons on the Status bar.
· Show battery percentage: Display the battery charge percentage next to the battery icon on the Status bar.

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Notification panel
For quick access to notifications, settings, and more, simply open the Notification panel.

Quick settings Notification cards

Device settings

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View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen.
1. Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel. · To open an item, tap it. · To clear a single notification, drag the notification left or right. · To clear all notifications, tap Clear. · To customize notifications, tap Notification settings.
2. Drag upward from the bottom of the screen or tap Back to close the Notification panel.

Quick settings

The Notification panel provides quick access to device functions using Quick settings.

Swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen to display Quick
settings.
· Tap Finder search to search the device.

· Tap · Tap

Power off for Power off, Emergency mode, and Restart options. Open settings to quickly access the device’s settings menu.

· Tap More options to reorder Quick settings or to change the button layout.

· Tap Devices to control other devices when supported apps like SmartThings or Google Home are installed.
· Tap Media to access the Media panel and control playback of connected audio and video devices.
· Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off. · Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting. · Drag the Brightness slider to adjust the screen brightness.

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S Pen
The S Pen provides a variety of helpful functions. Use your S Pen to launch apps, take notes, or draw a picture. Some S Pen functions, such as charging or tapping the touchscreen, may not work if the device is near a magnet.
S Pen button
Remove the S Pen
The S Pen stores in the bottom of your device for convenient access. It also charges the S Pen so that it can be used for remote functions.
Push the S Pen inward to release it, and then slide it out.
NOTE To maintain the water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure the S Pen slot and opening are both kept free of dust and water, and the pen is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids.
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Air Actions
The S Pen can be used to perform remote functions using the button and movements or gestures. You can set up shortcuts to your favorite apps, navigate screens on your devices, complete actions, and more. The S Pen remote feature is only supported by Samsung-approved S Pens with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). If the S Pen is too far from the device, or if there is interference, the S Pen disconnects from the device. The S Pen must be connected for Air actions to work. Hold the S Pen button shortcut Set a shortcut when you press and hold the S Pen button. By default, this option is set to launch the Camera app.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > S Pen > Air actions. 2. Tap Hold down Pen button to, and tap to enable the feature. 3. Tap an option to set the shortcut.
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Anywhere actions

Anywhere actions are configurable shortcuts that are accessed by holding the S Pen button while making one of the following gestures: up, down, left, right, or shake. These can be accessed from any screen and can include navigation, S Pen features, or apps.

Action

Gesture

Back

Left to right

Recent apps

Right to left

Home

Up and down

Smart select

Down and up

Screen write

Zigzag

You can change the Anywhere actions in Settings. 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > S Pen > Air actions. 2. Tap a Gesture icon under Anywhere actions to customize the shortcut.

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App actions

You can use your S Pen to do specific actions in certain apps. These are some of the default App actions:

Single Press

Double Press

Up/Down

Left/Right Rotate

Camera

Take picture

Switch cameras

Next/Previous Zoom

mode

in/out

Gallery

Previous View details Next/Previous

Media

Play/Pause Play next

Volume up/down

Play previous/next

You can change the app actions in Settings.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > S Pen > Air actions. 2. Tap an app to view the available shortcuts. 3. Tap to enable the shortcuts while using that app.

General app actions You can customize some general actions while using camera and media apps not specified in the app action list.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > S Pen > Air actions. 2. Under General app actions, tap an action to change it.

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Air view
Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content or view information about an item on the screen. The following Air view features are available:
· Preview an email message before opening it. · Preview the contents of a photo album or enlarge a picture. · Preview a video and navigate to a specific scene by hovering over the timeline. · View the name or description of an icon or a button.
NOTE The preview function is only available when the S Pen’s on-screen pointer is a solid color.

Screen off memo
You can write memos without turning on the screen.
1. Detach the S Pen while the screen is off, and write on the screen. 2. Tap an option to customize your memo:
· Color: Change the pen color. · Pen settings: Tap to use the pen tool. Double tap to adjust the line
thickness. · Eraser: Tap to use the eraser tool. Double tap to erase all. 3. Tap Save to save your memo to the Samsung Notes app.
NOTE The screen off memo setting must be enabled. For more information, see Configure S Pen settings.

Pin to Always On Display You can pin or edit a memo on the Always On Display.

1. From your screen off memo, tap 2. Tap Pin to Always On Display.

Pin to Always on Display.

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Air command
Access signature S Pen features from any screen, including Smart select, Screen write, and Samsung Notes.
Connectivity status
Settings
1. Tap Air command or hold the S Pen near the screen so that the pointer appears, and then press the S Pen button once.
2. Tap an option: · Create note: Launch a new note in the Samsung Notes app. · View all notes: Launch the Samsung Notes app and view a listing of the notes you have created.
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· Smart select: Draw around an area of the screen to collect it in the Gallery app.
· Screen write: Capture screenshots and write or draw on them. · Live messages: Create a short animated message by drawing or writing
with the S Pen. · AR Doodle: Draw interactive doodles using the AR camera feature. · Translate: Hover the S Pen over a word to see it translated into another
language and listen to its pronunciation. · PENUP: Use the S Pen to draw, color, edit, and share live drawings. · Add shortcuts: Add more apps or functions to the Air command menu. · Settings: Customize Air command by configuring apps and functions, and
by changing how the Air command menu appears.
Create note Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes app. For more information, see Samsung Notes.
Tap Air command > Create note.
View all notes Launch the Samsung Notes app and view a listing of the notes you have created.
Tap Air command > View all notes.
Smart select The Smart select feature allows you to copy content from any screen. You can then add it to your Gallery app or share it with your contacts.
1. Tap Air command > Smart select. 2. Tap a shape in the menu, and then drag the S Pen to select content. The
following options appear: · Extract text: Identify and extract text from the selected content. · Pin to screen: Place a shortcut to the collected content on a Home screen. · Auto select: Allow Smart select to automatically select content to extract.
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· · 3. Tap

Draw: Draw on the captured content. Share: Choose a sharing method to share your content.
Save.

Screen write Screen write allows you to capture screenshots and write or draw on them.
1. Tap Air command > Screen write. 2. The current screen is captured, and a pen tool appears. The following editing
tools are provided: · Crop: Drag the edges of the screen to crop the captured content. · Pen type: Draw on the screenshot. Tap the Pen icon a second time to change the pen tip, size, and color. · Eraser: Erase the writing or drawings on the screenshot. · Undo: Reverse the last action. · Redo: Repeat the last action that was undone. · Share: Choose a sharing method to share your content.
3. Tap Save. The content is saved to the Gallery app.
TIP Hold the S Pen button to erase your drawings on the screen memo.

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Back Pen effects
Color

Format Thickness

Preview Start over
Undo

Drawing progress

1. Tap Air command > Live messages. 2. Select one of the following background options:
l Collection: See all live messages you have created. l Gallery: Pick an image or video for the background. l Camera: Capture an image to use for the background. l Color: Pick a color for the background. 3. Follow the prompts to begin creating your live message. 4. Tap Done to save.
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AR Doodle Draw interactive doodles on faces or other objects seen through the camera using augmented reality.

Navigate up

Settings

Stamp pen
Pattern pen 3D pen Record
Quick view

Regular pen Neon pen Highlighter
Switch cameras

1. Tap Air command > AR Doodle. 2. Select either the front or rear cameras by tapping Switch cameras. 3. Position the camera so that your target is in the center of the screen. 4. Use the S Pen to draw a doodle.
· The doodle follows the movements of the face in real-time. 5. Tap Record to save a video of your AR Doodle.
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Translate Hover over words with the S Pen to translate them and listen to their pronunciation.
1. Tap Air command > Translate. 2. Tap the source and target languages to change them to the desired languages. 3. Hover the S Pen over a word.
· Tap Sound to hear the word pronounced in the source language. · Tap Copy to save the selected text and the translation to your clipboard. 4. Tap Close to close Translate.

PENUP Use the S Pen to draw, color, edit, and share live drawings. For more information, see PENUP.
Tap Air command > PENUP.

Add shortcuts You can customize the Air command menu by adding shortcuts to apps and functions.
1. Tap Air command > Add shortcuts. 2. Tap the apps or functions you would like to add to the Air command menu.
· To remove an app shortcut, tap Remove. 3. Tap Navigate up to save your selection.

Configure S Pen settings

To configure S Pen settings:

From Settings, tap
settings:

Advanced features > S Pen to configure the following

l Air actions: Configure how the remote control functions while using apps.

l S Pen unlock: Use the S Pen button to unlock the device. A secure screen lock must be set to use this feature.

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l Screen off memo: Create Screen off memos by detaching the S Pen while the screen is turned off and then writing on the screen. Screen off memos are saved in Samsung Notes.
l Create note with Pen button: Press and hold the S Pen button, then tap the screen twice with your S Pen to start a new note.
l Air view: Turn Air view on or off. l Show pointer when hovering: Turn the pointer on or off. The pointer appears
on the screen when the tip of the S Pen is near the screen, showing available actions. l Allow multiple S Pens: Let other S Pens write on the screen.
Air Command l Shortcuts: Configure the Air command menu with S Pen features, apps, and
functions. l Show floating icon: Show an Air command icon that you can move around the
screen. l Open Air command with Pen button: Open the Air command menu when you
hover your S Pen over the screen and press the Pen button.
Removal l When S Pen is removed: Choose what happens when you detach the S Pen.
Choose Open Air command, Create note, or Do nothing. l Pen proximity alert: Set your device to show a warning if you leave your S Pen
and walk away while the screen is off.
Feedback l Sound: Set your device to make sounds when the S Pen is attached and
detached, and when writing on the screen. l Vibration: Activate vibration feedback when the S Pen is attached and
detached.
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General
l Tips for using your S Pen: Find out how to use S Pen features. l About S Pen features: View version information for the S Pen features. l Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
Bixby
Bixby is a virtual assistant that learns, evolves, and adapts to you. It learns your routines, helps you set up reminders based on time and location, and is built in to your favorite apps. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/Bixby for more information.
From a Home screen, press and hold the Side key.
TIP You can also access Bixby from the Apps list.

Bixby Routines
You can use Bixby to show you information or change device settings based on where you are and what you are doing.
From Settings, tap Advanced features > Bixby Routines.
Bixby Vision
Bixby is integrated with your Camera, Gallery, and Internet apps to give you a deeper understanding of what you see. It provides contextual icons for translation, QR code detection, landmark recognition, or shopping.

Camera Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to help understand what you see.
From Camera, tap More > Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.

Gallery Bixby Vision can be used on pictures and images saved in the Gallery app.

1. From 2. Tap

Gallery, tap a picture to view it. Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.

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Internet Bixby Vision can help you find out more about an image you find in the Internet app.

1. From Internet, touch and hold an image until a pop-up menu is displayed. 2. Tap Search with Bixby Vision and follow the prompts.

Digital wellbeing and parental controls

You can monitor and manage your digital habits by getting a daily view of how frequently you use apps, how many notifications you receive, and how often you check your device. You can also set your device to help you wind down before going to bed.

From Settings, tap
features:

Digital wellbeing and parental controls for the following

· Tap the Dashboard to view the following:

Screen time: View how long an app has been opened and used each day.

Notifications received: View how many notifications have been received from an app each day.

Unlocks: View how many times an app has been opened each day.

Your goals

· Screen time: Set a screen time goal and view your daily average. · App timers: Set a daily limit for how long you use each app. Ways to disconnect

· Focus mode: Limit app usage for set periods of time to avoid distractions from your device.
· Bedtime mode: Schedule when to change the screen to grayscale and mute calls, alerts, and other sounds.
Comfort care

· Volume monitor: Choose a sound source to monitor the volume and keep your ears safe.

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Check on your kids · Parental controls: Supervise your children’s digital life with Google’s Family Link app. You can choose apps, set content filters, keep an eye on screen time, and set screen time limits.
Always On Display
View missed calls and message alerts, check the time and date, and view other customized information without unlocking your device using Always On Display (AOD).
1. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Always On Display. 2. Tap to enable the feature, and then set the following options:
· Choose when to show a clock and notifications on the screen when your device is not in use: Tap to show for 10 seconds, Show always, or Show as scheduled.
· Clock style: Change the style and color options for the clock on the Lock screen and Always on Display.
· Show music information: Show music details when the FaceWidgets music controller is in use.
· Screen orientation: Display the AOD in portrait or landscape mode. · Auto brightness: Automatically adjust the brightness of Always On Display. · About Always On Display: View the current software version and license
information. NOTE Some display settings can appear on both the Lock screen and Always On Display. For more information, see Clock and information.
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AOD themes
Apply custom themes for Always On Display. 1. From a Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and tap Themes > AODs. · Tap an AOD to preview and download it to My Always On Displays. 2. Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > AODs to see downloaded themes. 3. Tap an AOD, and then tap Apply.
Biometric security
Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in to accounts.
Face recognition
You can enable Face Recognition to unlock your screen. To use your face to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.
· Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password. Your device could be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
· Some conditions may affect face recognition, including wearing glasses, hats, beards, or heavy make-up.
· When registering your face, ensure that you are in a well-lit area and the camera lens is clean.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Face recognition. 2. Follow the prompts to register your face.
Face recognition management Customize how face recognition works.
From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Face recognition.
· Remove face data: Delete existing faces. · Add alternative look: Enhance face recognition by adding an alternative
appearance. · Face unlock: Enable or disable face recognition security.
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· Stay on Lock screen until swipe: When you unlock your device with face recognition, stay on the Lock screen until you swipe the screen.
· Faster recognition: Turn on for faster face recognition. Turn off to increase security and make it harder to unlock using an image or video of your likeness.
· Require open eyes: Facial recognition will only recognize your face when your eyes are open.
· Brighten screen: Increase the screen brightness temporarily so that your face can be recognized in dark conditions.
· About unlocking with biometrics: Learn additional information about securing your device with biometrics.

Fingerprint scanner
Use fingerprint recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. To use your fingerprint to unlock your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.
1. From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints. 2. Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint.

Fingerprint management

Add, delete, and rename fingerprints.

From Settings, tap
options:

Biometrics and security > Fingerprints for the following

· The list of registered fingerprints is at the top of this list. You can tap a fingerprint to remove or rename it.

· Add fingerprint: Simply follow the prompts to register another fingerprint.

· Check added fingerprints: Scan your fingerprint to see if it has been registered.

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Fingerprint verification settings
Use fingerprint recognition to verify your identity in supported apps and actions.
From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Fingerprints.
· Fingerprint unlock: Use your fingerprint for identification when unlocking your device.
· Show icon when screen is off: Show the fingerprint icon when the screen is off.
· Show animation when unlocking: Show an animation when you use fingerprint verification.
· About unlocking with biometrics: Read details on the requirements each biometric security feature has for using your pattern, PIN, or password as a backup.

Biometrics settings

Configure your preferences for biometric security options.

From Settings, tap
following:

Biometrics and security > More biometrics settings for the

· Show unlock transition effect: Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device.

· Biometrics security patch: View the software version of the biometric security features.

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Mobile continuity
Access storage and other functions of your device across compatible mobile devices and computers.
Link to Windows | Samsung DeX | Continue apps on other devices
Link to Windows
Achieve mobile continuity between your Samsung device and Windows-based PCs. Get instant access to your device’s photos, messages, and more on a PC by linking your devices.
Pictures · Drag and drop pictures to Windows. · Open and edit pictures in the Your Photos app. · Share images with your contacts through Windows.
Messages (SMS/MMS) · MMS group messaging support. · Integration with Windows Emoji Picker. · Get a Windows pop-up when receiving a new message.
Notifications · See and manage phone notifications from your PC. · Exclude notifications from individual phone apps. · Get a Windows pop-up when receiving a new notification.
App mirroring · Live stream your phone screen on your PC. · Interact with your phone using the keyboard and mouse. · Use Windows Accessibility.
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Link your device to your computer 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Link to Windows. 2. Follow the prompts to connect your device to your PC.
TIP You can also enable this feature from the Quick settings menu.
Samsung DeX
Connect your device to a PC or TV for an enhanced multitasking experience. · Send DeX to your TV and keep using your device, or turn your device into a trackpad. · Connect to a TV or monitor either wirelessly or with an HDMI cable. · Get DeX on your PC for quick and easy file transfers.
Visit samsung.com/us/explore/dex for more information.
Enable DeX 1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Samsung DeX. 2. Tap to turn on the feature. 3. Follow the instructions on your device to connect to your TV or PC. · If connecting to a PC, download the DeX app on to your computer at samsungdex.com.
Continue apps on other devices
This feature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Call & text on other devices. 2. Tap to turn on the feature. Connection occurs automatically. 3. Sign in to your Samsung account on your Galaxy devices.
TIP Move your contacts from your device to your Samsung account so you can access them on all registered devices.
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Multi window
Multitask by using multiple apps at the same time. Apps that support Multi windowTM can be displayed together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps and adjust the size of their windows.
Split screen control
1. From any screen, tap Recent apps. 2. Tap the app icon, and then tap Open in split screen view. 3. Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen view.
· Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size.
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Window controls
The Window controls modify the way app windows are displayed in split screen view. 1. Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows. 2. Tap the middle of the window border for the following options: · Switch window: Swap the two windows. · Add app combo to Edge panel: Create and add an app pair shortcut to the Apps panel on the Edge screen.
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Edge panels
The Edge panels feature a variety of customizable panels that can be accessed from the edge of the screen. Edge panels can be used to access apps, tasks, and contacts, as well as view news, sports, and other information. Apps panel | Configure Edge panels | Edge panel position and style | About Edge panels
Edge handle
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Apps panel
You can add up to ten apps in two columns to the Apps panel.

1. From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed.

2. Tap an app or app pair shortcut to open it. You can also tap complete app list.

All apps for the

l To open additional windows in pop-up view, drag the app icon from the Apps panel to the open screen.

To configure Apps panel:

1. From any screen, drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen. Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed.
2. Tap Edit panel to add other apps to the Apps panel.
· To add an app to the Apps panel, find it on the left side of the screen and tap it to add it to an available space on the right column.
· To create a folder shortcut, drag an app from the left side of the screen on top of an app in the columns on the right.
· To change the order of the apps on the panel, drag each app to the desired location.
· To remove an app, tap Remove.
3. Tap Back to save changes.

Configure Edge panels
You can customize the Edge panels.
1. From the Edge screen, tap Settings. 2. The following options are available:
· Checkbox: Enable or disable each panel. · Edit (if available): Configure individual panels. · Search: Find panels that are either installed or available to install.

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· More options: Reorder: Change the order of the panels by dragging them to the left or right. Uninstall: Remove a downloaded Edge panel from your device. Hide on Lock screen: Choose panels to hide on the Lock screen when a secure screen lock is set.
· Galaxy Store: Search for and download more Edge panels from Galaxy Store.
3. Tap Back to save changes.
Edge panel position and style
You can change the position of the Edge handle.
From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > Handle for the following options:
· Edge handle: Drag to change the position of the Edge handle along the edge of the screen.
· Position: Choose either Right or Left to set which side the Edge screen displays on.
· Lock handle position: Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held.
· Color: Choose a color for the Edge handle. · Transparency: Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle. · Size: Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle.
About Edge panels
You can view the current software version and license information for the Edge panels feature.
From Settings, tap Display > Edge panels > About Edge panels.
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Enter text
Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice.
Expand toolbar
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Toolbar
The toolbar provides quick access to features of the keyboard.
From the Samsung keyboard, tap Expand toolbar for the following options:
· Emojis: Insert an emoji. · Stickers: Add illustrated stickers. · GIFs: Add animated GIFs. · Voice input: Use Samsung voice input. · Settings: Access keyboard settings. · Handwriting: Use your handwriting to enter text. · Search: Locate specific words or phrases in your conversations. · Translate: Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them
into another language. · Samsung Pass: Use biometrics for secure access to apps and services. · Spotify: Add music from SpotifyTM. · YouTube: Add videos from YouTubeTM. · Clipboard: Access the clipboard. · Text editing: Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to
cut, copy, and paste. · Modes: Select a keyboard layout. · Keyboard size: Adjust the height and width of the keyboard. · Bitmoji: Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers. · AR Emoji: Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers you can
share. · Mojitok: Create your own stickers or insert automatically suggested ones.
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Configure the Samsung keyboard
Set customized options for the Samsung keyboard.
From the Samsung keyboard, tap Settings for the following options:
· Languages and types: Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages, swipe the Space bar left or right.
Smart typing · Predictive text: As you type see suggested words and phrases. · Suggest emojis: Include emojis when using predictive text. · Suggest stickers while typing: View recommended stickers while you are typing. · Auto replace: Automatically replace what you type with predictive text recommendations. · Auto spell check: Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections. · More typing options: Customize additional typing options.
Style and layout · Keyboard toolbar: View or hide the keyboard toolbar. · High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background. · Theme: Choose a theme for your keyboard. · Mode: Choose between portrait and landscape mode. · Size and transparency: Adjust the size and transparency of the keyboard. · Layout: Display numbers and special characters on the keyboard. · Font size: Drag the slider to adjust the font size. · Custom symbols: Change the symbol shortcuts on the keyboard.
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Getting started Other settings · Swipe, touch, and feedback: Customize gestures and feedback. · Handwriting: Customize handwriting options. · Select third-party content to use: Enable third-party keyboard features. · Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data. · About Samsung keyboard: View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard. · Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members.
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Use Samsung voice input
Instead of typing, enter text by speaking.
Open settings Return to keyboard
From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input and speak your text.
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Configure Samsung voice input Set customized options for Samsung voice input.
1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap Voice input. 2. Tap Settings for options.
· Keyboard language: Choose the language for the keyboard. · Voice input language: Select the language for Samsung voice input. · Hide offensive words: Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks. · About Samsung voice input: View version and legal information for Samsung
voice input.
Emergency mode
Use Emergency mode to access helpful emergency features and conserve your device’s power during an emergency situation. To save battery power, Emergency mode:
· Restricts application usage to only essential applications and those you select. · Turns off connectivity features and Mobile data when the screen is off.
Activate Emergency mode
To activate Emergency mode: 1. Press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time. 2. Tap Emergency mode. · When accessing for the first time, read and accept the terms and conditions. 3. Tap Turn on.
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Emergency mode features
While in Emergency mode, only the following apps and features are available on the Home screen: l Estimated battery life: Displays estimated remaining battery charge time based on
current battery charge and usage. l Flashlight: Use the device’s flash as a steady source of light. l Emergency alarm: Sound an audible siren. l Phone: Launch the call screen. l Share my location: Send your location information to your emergency contacts. l Internet: Launch the web browser. l Emergency call: Dial the emergency telephone number (for example, 911). This kind
of call can be made even without activated service. l More options:
Turn off Emergency mode: Disable Emergency mode and return to
standard mode.
Edit: Add or remove apps from the screen. Emergency contacts: Manage your medical profile and ICE (In Case of
Emergency) group contacts.
Settings: Configure the available settings. Only a limited number of settings are
enabled in Emergency mode.
Turn off Emergency mode
When emergency mode is turned off, the device returns to standard mode.
Tap More options, and tap Turn off Emergency mode.
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Camera
Enjoy a full kit of pro lenses and pro-grade video modes and settings.
From Apps, tap Camera.
TIP If Quick launch is enabled, quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app.
Settings

Zoom
Gallery Capture

Scene optimizer Shooting modes Switch cameras

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Navigate the camera screen
Take stunning pictures with your device’s front and rear cameras.
1. From Camera, set up your shot with the following features: · Tap the screen where you want the camera to focus. When you tap the screen, a brightness scale appears. Drag the slider to adjust the brightness. · To quickly switch between the front and rear cameras, swipe the screen up or down. · To change to a different shooting mode, swipe the screen right or left. · To change camera settings, tap Settings.
2. Tap Capture.
Configure shooting mode
Allow the camera to determine the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes.
From Camera, swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes.
· Single take: Capture multiple pictures and video clips from different angles. · Photo: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures. · Video: Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos. · More: Choose other available shooting modes. Tap Add to drag modes
into or out of the shooting modes tray at the bottom of the Camera screen. Pro: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and
color tone while taking pictures. Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal
or vertical direction. Food: Take pictures that emphasize the vivid colors of food. Night: Use this to take photos in low-light conditions, without using the
flash. Live focus: Adjust the level of background blur in your photos so the
subject stands out.
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Live focus video: Adjust the level of background blur in your videos so the subject stands out.
Pro video: Manually adjust the ISO sensitivity, exposure value, white balance, and color tone while recording videos.
Super slow-mo: Record videos at an extremely high frame rate for viewing in high quality slow motion. You can play a specific section of each video in slow motion after recording it.
Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame rate for viewing in slow motion.
Hyperlapse: Create a time lapse video by recording at various frame rates. The frame rate is adjusted depending on the scene being recorded and the movement of the device.
AR Zone
Access all of your Augmented Reality (AR) features in one place.
From Camera, swipe to More, and then tap AR Zone. The following features
are available: · AR Emoji Camera: Use the camera to create your My Emoji avatar. · AR Doodle: Enhance videos by adding line drawings or handwriting to your environment. AR Doodle tracks faces and space so they move with you. · AR Emoji Studio: Use AR tools to create and customize your My Emoji avatar. · AR Emoji Stickers: Add AR stickers to your My Emoji avatar. · Deco Pic: Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera. · Quick measure: Measure items in inches or centimeters using your camera. · Picture Link: Add AR content to the things you see around you.
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Live focus
Add interactive focus effects to your pictures.

1. From 2. Tap 3. Tap

Camera, swipe to More, and then tap Live focus. Live focus effect and choose an effect. Capture.

Scene optimizer
Automatically adjust exposure, contrast, white balance, and more based on what is detected in the camera frame to help you capture beautiful photos.
From Camera, swipe to Photo, and tap Scene optimizer.

NOTE The Scene optimizer is only available when using the rear camera. The Scene optimizer icon will change automatically based on what the camera detects, such as when taking nature photos or when taking photos in a dark setting.

Single take
Capture more in each shot by taking both photos and videos at the same time. This shooting mode uses AI to create high-quality images and videos from multiple angles. The number of images and videos may vary.
1. From Camera, swipe to Single take. 2. Tap 10s and select a timer option. 3. Tap Record and pan around the scene to capture multiple angles and views.
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Wide-angle lens
Your device features a wide-angle lens. If the rear camera is close to the subject, it applies a blur effect to the background, so the subject stands out. When the camera is farther away from the subject, both the subject and background are clear. Minor distortion may appear in wide-angle photos or videos. To correct this distortion in photos you can turn on Ultra wide shape correction.
1. From Camera, tap Settings. 2. Tap Format and advanced options > Ultra wide shape correction.
Record videos
Record smooth lifelike videos using your device. 1. From Camera, swipe right or left to change the shooting mode to Video. 2. Tap Record to begin recording a video. · To take a picture while recording, tap Capture. · To temporarily stop recording, tap Pause. To continue recording, tap Resume. 3. Tap Stop when you are finished recording.
Live focus video
Create professional-looking films by applying background blurs and other special effects to your video. This feature cannot be used with Zoom, Zoom-in mic, or Super steady.
1. From Camera, swipe to More, then then tap Live focus video. 2. Tap Live focus effect, choose an effect, and drag the slider to fine-tune the
effect. 3. Tap Record to begin recording.
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Zoom-in mic
Increase the volume of the sound being recorded and minimize background noise as you zoom in on an audio source in video mode. This feature cannot be used with other video modes or with the front camera.
1. From Camera, tap Settings. 2. Tap Advanced recording options > Zoom-in mic, and tap to enable. 3. Tap Back to return to the main Camera screen. 4. Swipe to change the shooting mode to Video. 5. Tap Record to begin recording. 6. Bring your fingers together or apart on the screen to zoom in or out on the audio
source. The microphone icon indicates the level of amplification being applied.
Camera settings
Use the icons on the main camera screen and the settings menu to configure your camera’s settings.
From Camera, tap Settings for the following options:
Intelligent features
· Scene optimizer: Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter.
· Shot suggestions: Get on-screen guides to help you line up great shots. · Scan QR codes: Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera. Pictures
· Swipe Shutter button to: Choose to either take a burst shot or create a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge.
· Format and advanced options: Choose file formats and other saving options. HEIF pictures: Save pictures as high efficiency images to save space. Some sharing sites may not support this format. RAW copies: Save JPEG and RAW copies of pictures taken in Pro mode. Ultra wide shape correction: Automatically correct distortion in pictures taken with the ultra wide lens.
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Selfies
· Use wide angle for group selfies: Automatically switch to wide-angle when there are two or more people in the selfie.
· Save selfies as previewed: Save selfies as they appear in the preview without flipping them.
· Selfie color tone: Set the color tone for your selfies to Cool, Warm, or Original.
Videos
· Rear video size: Choose an aspect ratio and resolution for videos captured with the rear cameras.
· Front video size: Choose an aspect ratio and resolution for videos captured with the front camera.
· Pro video size: Choose an aspect ratio, resolution, and frame rate for cinematic-quality video.
· Advanced recording options: Enhance your videos with advanced recording formats. High efficiency videos: Record videos in HEVC format to save space. Other devices or sharing sites may not support playback of this format. HDR10+ video: Optimize videos by recording in HDR10+. Playback devices must support HDR10+ video. Zoom-in mic: Match the mic zoom to the camera zoom while recording videos.
· Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake to keep the focus steady when the
camera is moving. Useful features
· Auto HDR: Capture more detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots. · Tracking auto-focus: Keep a moving subject in focus. · Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video. · Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos.
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· Shooting methods:
Press Volume keys to: Use the Volume keys to take pictures, record video, zoom, or control system volume.
Voice commands: Take pictures speaking key words. Floating shutter button: Add an extra shutter button that you can move
anywhere on the screen. Show palm: Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have
your picture taken in a few seconds.
· Settings to keep: Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting
mode, selfie angle, and filters as the last time.
· Storage location: Select a memory location (Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G only).
A memory card (not included) must be installed to view Storage location.
· Shutter sound: Play a tone when taking a picture. · Vibration feedback: Enable vibrations when tapping the screen in the
Camera app.
· Reset settings: Reset the Camera settings. · Contact us: Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members. · About Camera: View app and software information.
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Gallery
Go to the Gallery to look at the all the visual media stored on your device. You can view, edit, and manage pictures and videos.
From Apps, tap Gallery.

Sort images into custom albums
View pictures and videos

Customize collections of pictures and videos

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View pictures
Pictures stored on your device are viewable in the Gallery app.
1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a picture to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.
· To use Bixby Vision on the current picture, tap Bixby Vision. For more information, see Bixby.
· To mark the picture as a favorite, tap Add to Favorites. · To access the following features, tap More options:
Details: View and edit information about the picture. Set as wallpaper: Set the picture as wallpaper. Copy to clipboard: Copy the image to paste in another app. Move to Secure Folder: Move the picture to a Secure Folder. Print: Send the picture to a connected printer.
Edit pictures
Enhance your pictures using the Gallery’s editing tools.
1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a picture to view it, and then tap Edit for the following options:
· Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other changes to the overall appearance of the picture.
· Filters: Add color effects. · Tone: Adjust the brightness, exposure, contrast, and more. · Stickers: Overlay illustrated or animated stickers. · Draw: Add handwritten text or hand drawn content. · Text: Add text to the picture. · Portrait: Enhance skin tones, eyes, and other facial features. · Auto adjust: Apply automatic adjustments to improve the picture. · Revert: Undo the changes applied to restore the original picture. 3. Tap Save when finished.
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Play video
View the videos stored on your device. You can save videos as favorites, and view video details.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures.

2. Tap a video to view it. Swipe left or right to view other pictures or videos.

· To mark the video as a favorite, tap Favorites under the Albums tab.

Add to Favorites. The video is added to

· To access the following features, tap More options:

Details: View and edit information about the video.

Set as wallpaper: Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen.

Move to Secure Folder: Add this video to your Secure Folder.

3. Tap Play video to play the video.

Video enhancer
Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colors.

1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Video enhancer. 2. Tap to enable this feature.

Edit video
Edit videos stored on your device.

1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap a video to view it. 3. Tap Edit to use the following tools:
· Play: Preview the edited video. · Trim: Cut segments of the video. · Transform: Rotate, flip, crop, or make other changes to the overall
appearance of the video. · Filters: Add visual effects to the video. · Sticker: Overlay illustrated or animated stickers.

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· Draw: Draw on your video. · Text: Add text to your videos. · Portrait: Enhance skin tones, eyes, and other facial features. · Speed: Adjust the play speed. · Audio: Adjust the volume levels and add background music to the video. 4. Tap Save, and then confirm when prompted.
Share pictures and videos
Share pictures and videos from the Gallery app. 1. From Gallery, tap Pictures. 2. Tap More options > Edit and select the pictures or videos you want to share. 3. Tap Share, and then choose an app or connection to use for sharing your selection. Follow the prompts.
Delete pictures and videos
Delete pictures and videos stored on your device. 1. From Gallery, tap More options > Edit. 2. Tap pictures and videos to select them. 3. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
Group similar images
Organize pictures and videos in the Gallery by similarity. 1. From Gallery, tap Group similar images. 2. Tap Ungroup similar images to return to the default Gallery view.
Take a screenshot
Capture an image of your screen. Your device will automatically create a Screenshots album in the Gallery app.
From any screen, press and release the Side and Volume down keys.
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Palm swipe to capture a screenshot
Capture an image of the screen by swiping the edge of your hand across it, from side to side, keeping in contact with the screen.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Palm swipe to capture.
2. Tap to enable this feature.
Screenshot Settings
Modify screenshot settings.
From Settings, tap Advanced features > Screenshots and screen recorder.
l Screenshot toolbar: Show additional options after you take a screenshot. l Hide status and navigation bars: Do not display the status bar or
navigation bars on screenshots. l Delete shared screenshots: Automatically delete screenshots after they
are shared through the screenshot toolbar. l Screenshot format: Choose if you would like your screenshots to be saved
as JPG or PNG files.
Screen recorder
Record activities on your device, write notes, and use the camera to record a video overlay of yourself to share with friends or family.
1. From Quick Settings, tap Screen recorder > Start recording. 2. A three- second countdown runs before it starts recording. You can tap Skip
countdown to begin recording immediately. · Tap Draw to draw on the screen. · Tap Pointer to show an icon on the screen when using your S Pen. · Tap Selfie video to include a recording from your front camera.
3. Tap Stop to finish recording. These are automatically saved to the Screen recordings album in the Gallery.
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Screen recorder settings
Control the sound and quality settings for the screen recorder.
From Settings, tap Advanced features > Screenshots and screen recorder.
l Sound: Choose what sounds to record while using the screen recorder. l Video quality: Select a resolution. Selecting a higher resolution for higher
quality requires more memory. l Selfie video size: Drag the slider to set the size of the video overlay.
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Apps
Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps
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Using apps
Uninstall or disable apps | Search for apps | Sort apps | Create and use folders | App settings The Apps list displays all preloaded and downloaded apps. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google PlayTM store.
From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to access the Apps list.
Uninstall or disable apps
Installed apps can be removed from your device. Some apps that are preloaded (available on your device by default) can only be disabled. Disabled apps are turned off and hidden from the Apps list.
From Apps, touch and hold an app, and tap Uninstall/Disable.
Search for apps
If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting, you can use the Search feature. 1. From Apps, tap Search, and enter a word or words. As you type, matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen. 2. Tap a result to go to that app. TIP You can customize the search settings by tapping More options > Settings.
Sort apps
App shortcuts can be listed alphabetically or in your own custom order.
From Apps, tap More options > Sort for the following sorting options:
· Custom order: Arrange apps manually. · Alphabetical order: Sort apps alphabetically. TIP When apps are arranged manually (Custom order), empty icon spaces can be removed by tapping More options > Clean up pages.
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Create and use folders
You can make folders to organize App shortcuts on the Apps list.
1. From Apps, touch and hold an app shortcut, and then drag it on top of another app shortcut until it is highlighted.
2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder. · Folder name: Name the folder. · Palette: Change the folder color. · Add apps: Place more apps in the folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap Done.
3. Tap Back to close the folder.

Copy a folder to a Home screen
You can copy a folder to a Home screen.
From Apps, touch and hold a folder, and tap

Add to Home.

Delete a folder
When you delete a folder, the app shortcuts return to the Apps list.
1. From Apps, touch and hold a folder to delete. 2. Tap Delete folder, and confirm when prompted.

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App settings
Manage your downloaded and preloaded apps.
From Settings, tap Apps. Tap an option to customize:
· Choose default apps: Choose which apps to use for making calls, sending messages, going to websites, and more.
· Samsung app settings: View a list of Samsung apps and customize their settings.
· Your apps: Tap an app to view and update information about its privacy and usage settings. Options vary by app.
TIP To reset app options that have been changed, tap More options > Reset app preferences.
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Samsung apps
The following apps may be preloaded or downloaded over-the-air to your device during setup. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store. Galaxy Essentials | AR Zone | Bixby | Galaxy Store | Galaxy Wearable | Game Launcher | PENUP | Samsung Free | Samsung Global Goals | Samsung Members | SmartThings | Tips | Calculator | Calendar | Clock | Contacts | Internet | Messages | My Files | Phone | Samsung Health | Samsung Notes | Samsung Pay
Galaxy Essentials
Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen applications available through Samsung apps. You can access and download a collection of premium content.
From Apps, tap More options > Galaxy Essentials.
AR Zone
Access all of your Augmented Reality (AR) features in one place. For more information, see AR Zone.
Bixby
Bixby displays customized content based on your interactions. Bixby learns from your usage patterns and suggests content you may like. For more information, see Bixby.
Galaxy Store
Find and download premium apps that are exclusive to Galaxy devices. A Samsung account is required to download from Galaxy Store.
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Galaxy Wearable
Connect your device to your Samsung Watch using this application. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/galaxy-wearablewatch.
Game Launcher
Automatically arrange all your games in one place. For more information on Game Launcher, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/game-launcher.
TIP If Game Launcher is not seen in the Apps list, then from Settings, tap Advanced features > Game Launcher, and then tap .
PENUP
Share photos, comment on other creations, or just browse through the pages for something to add to your personal collection. This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw, sketch, scribble or paint.
Samsung Free
Access live TV shows, news and articles from numerous sources, and interactive games entirely free of charge.
Samsung Global Goals
Learn more about the Global Goals initiative and contribute towards donations that support these causes with ads from this app.
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Samsung Members
Get more and do more from your Galaxy device. Enjoy DIY support tools and exclusive experiences and content — for Samsung members only. Samsung Members may be preloaded on your device, or you can download and install it from Galaxy Store or the Google Play store.
SmartThings
SmartThings allows you to control, automate, and monitor your home environment through a mobile device to fit your specific needs. You can use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time. Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard.
NOTE Non-Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty; contact the non-Samsung device manufacturer for support.
Tips
View tips and techniques as well as the user manual for your device.
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Calculator
The Calculator app features both basic and scientific math functions, as well as a unit converter.

Unit converter Convert between
measurements.
History View past calculations.

Scientific mode

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Calendar
The Calendar app can be connected to your various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place.

Navigation drawer

Go to today’s date Write on the calendar

Stickers Tap to view event

Create new event

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Add calendars
Add your accounts to the Calendar app. 1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer. 2. Tap Calendar settings > Add new account and select an account type. 3. Enter your account information and follow the prompts. TIP Accounts may also support email, contacts, and other features.
Subscription calendars
Subscribe to calendars that match your interests, you can easily find a variety of upcoming events and add them to your schedule.
1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer. 2. Tap Add your interests and follow the prompts.
Calendar alert style
Alerts from the Calendar app can be set to different styles. 1. From Calendar, tap Navigation drawer > Calendar settings > Alert style. The following options are available: · Light: Receive a notification and hear a short sound. · Medium: Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound. · Strong: Get a full- screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed. 2. Depending on the alert style selected above, the following sound options are available: · Ring once sound: Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles. · Keep ringing sound: Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style.
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Create an event
Use your Calendar to create events. 1. From Calendar, tap Add event to add an event. 2. Enter details for the event, and then tap Save.
Delete an event
Delete events from your Calendar. 1. From Calendar, tap an event, and tap it again to edit it. 2. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
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Clock
The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms.
Create new alarm Turn alarm on or off
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Alarm
Use the Alarm tab to set one-time or recurring alarms and choose options for how to be notified.
1. From Clock, tap Add alarm. 2. Tap the following items to configure an alarm:
· Time: Set a time for the alarm. · Day: Choose the days for this alarm. · Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm. · Alarm sound: Choose a sound to play for the alarm and drag the slider to set
the volume of the alarm. · Vibration: Choose whether the alarm uses vibration alert. · Snooze: Allow snoozing. Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while
snoozing. 3. Tap Save to save the alarm. Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm that you created. 1. From Clock, touch and hold an alarm. 2. Tap Delete.
Alert settings
You can set the device to vibrate for alarms and timers whether the Sound mode is set to Mute or Vibrate.
1. From Clock, tap More options > Settings. 2. Tap Vibrate for alarms and timers to enable the feature.
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World clock
The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
Search Find a particular place.

Globe Drag to spin and see times around
the world.

City View the current time and add to your list of cities.

Location Center the globe on your current location.
1. From Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap Add city. 3. Touch and hold the globe to spin it, tap the city you want, and then tap Add.
· To remove a city, touch and hold it, and tap Delete.
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Time zone converter Set a time in a city on your World clock list to see what the local times would be in the other listed cities.
1. From Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap More options > Time zone converter. 3. Tap Menu to choose a different city.
· To add a city to the list, tap Add city. 4. Swipe the hours, minutes, and period (AM or PM) on the clock to set a time. Local
times for the other cities listed are automatically updated. · To return the clock to the current time, tap Reset.
Weather settings Show weather information on your World clock.
1. From Clock, tap World clock. 2. Tap More options > Settings > Show weather information to enable or disable
weather information. 3. Tap Unit to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius.
Stopwatch
The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second. 1. From Clock, tap Stopwatch. 2. Tap Start to begin timing. · To keep track of lap times, tap Lap. 3. Tap Stop to end timing. · To continue timing after stopping the clock, tap Resume. · To reset the Stopwatch to zero, tap Reset.
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Timer
Set a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds. 1. From Clock, tap Timer. 2. Use the keypad and tap Hours, Minutes, and Seconds to set the Timer. 3. Tap Start to begin the Timer. · To temporarily stop the Timer, tap Pause. To continue, tap Resume. · To stop and reset the Timer, tap Cancel.
Preset timer Name and save preset timers.
1. From Clock, tap Timer > Add preset timer. 2. Configure the countdown time and timer name. 3. Tap Add to save the timer.
· To edit a saved preset timer, tap More options > Edit preset timers.
Timer options You can customize the Timer options.
1. From Clock, tap Timer. 2. Tap More options > Settings.
· Sound: Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own. · Vibration: Enable to disable vibration for the timer.
General settings
View and configure settings for all Clock tools.
From Clock, tap More options > Settings.
· Customization Service: Sign in to your Samsung account to customize personal content in supported apps.
· About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates.
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Contacts
Store and manage your contacts. You can synchronize with personal accounts added to your device. Accounts may also support email, calendars, and other features.

Add profile picture

Add, delete, and expand fields

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Create a contact
1. From Contacts, tap Create contact. 2. Enter details for the contact, and then tap Save.
Edit a contact
When editing a contact, you can tap a field and change or delete information, or you can add more fields to the contact’s list of information.
1. From Contacts, tap a contact. 2. Tap Edit. 3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete information. 4. Tap Save.
Favorites
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps.
1. From Contacts, tap a contact. 2. Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite.
· To remove the contact from Favorites, tap Favorites.
Share a contact
Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services. 1. From Contacts, tap a contact. 2. Tap Share. 3. Tap either File or Text. 4. Choose a sharing method and follow the prompts. TIP When viewing a contact, tap More options > QR code to quickly share the information with friends or family. The QR code automatically updates when you change the contact information fields.
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Show contacts when sharing content Share content directly with your contacts from within any app. Once enabled, your frequent contacts are displayed in the Share window.
From Settings, tap Advanced features > Show contacts when sharing content,
and tap to enable the feature.
Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts.
Create a group Create your own contact groups.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups. 2. Tap Create group, and then tap fields to enter information about the group:
· Group name: Enter a name for the new group. · Group ringtone: Customize the sounds for the group. · Add member: Select contacts to add to the new group, and then tap Done. 3. Tap Save.
Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group, or remove contacts.
From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group.
· To remove a contact, touch and hold a contact to select it, and then tap Remove.
· To add a contact, tap Edit > Add member, and then tap the contacts you want to add. When finished, tap Done > Save.
Send a message to a group Send a text message to members of a group.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group. 2. Tap More options > Send message.
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Send an email to a group Send an email to members of a group.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group. 2. Tap More options > Send email. 3. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the All checkbox at the top of the screen to
select all, and then tap Done. · Only group members that have an email address in their records are displayed.
4. Choose an email account and follow the prompts.
Delete a group Delete a group you have created.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Groups, and then tap a group. 2. Tap More options > Delete.
· To only delete the group, tap Group only. · To delete the group and the contacts in the group, tap Group and members.
Manage contacts
You can import or export contacts, as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry.
Merge contacts Consolidate contact information from multiple sources into one contact by linking entries into a single contact.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Merge contacts. Contacts with duplicate phone numbers, email addresses,
and names will be listed together. 3. Tap the contacts to select them, and tap Merge.
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To unlink contacts: 1. From Contacts, tap the contact to select it. 2. Tap Linked contacts. 3. Tap Unlink beside contacts or Unlink all to unlink them from the main contact.
Delete duplicate contacts Quickly remove duplicated contacts.
1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Delete duplicate contacts. Contacts that are duplicated are listed. 3. Tap the contacts to select them, and tap Delete. Import contacts Import contacts to your device as vCard files (VCF). 1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Import or export contacts. 3. Tap Import and follow the prompts. Export contacts Export contacts from your device as vCard files (VCF). 1. From Contacts tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Import or export contacts. 3. Tap Export and follow the prompts. Sync contacts Keep all of your contacts up to date in all of your accounts. 1. From Contacts tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Sync contacts.
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1. From Contacts, tap Open drawer > Manage contacts. 2. Tap Set default storage location. 3. Tap an option or add an account to set the default.
Delete contacts
Delete a single contact or multiple contacts. 1. From Contacts, touch and hold a contact to select it. · You can also tap other contacts to select them for deletion. 2. Tap Delete, and confirm when prompted.
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Internet
Samsung Internet is a simple, fast, and reliable web browser for your device. Experience more secure Web browsing features with Secret Mode, Biometric Web Login, and Contents Blocker.

Add to Bookmarks

Reload webpage

Navigate

Access Bookmarks Access Tabs

TIP Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-internet for more information.

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Browser tabs
Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same time.
From Internet, tap Tabs > New tab.
· To close a tab, tap Tabs > Close tab.
Create a Bookmark
Bookmark your favorite webpages to quickly access them.
From Internet, tap Bookmark to save the open webpage.
Open a Bookmark Quickly launch a web page from the Bookmarks page.
1. From Internet, tap Bookmarks. 2. Tap a bookmark entry.
Save a web page
There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app.
From Internet, tap Tools > Add page to for the following options:
· Bookmarks: Add the webpage to your Bookmark list. · Quick access: View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages. · Home screen: Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen. · Saved pages: Save the webpage content on your device so that you can
access it offline.
View history
To view a list of recently visited web pages:
From Internet, tap Tools > History.
TIP To clear your browsing history, tap More options > Clear history.
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Share pages
Web pages can be shared with your contacts.
From Internet, tap Tools > Share, and follow the prompts.
Secret mode
Pages viewed in secret mode are not listed in your browser history or search history, and leave no traces (such as cookies) on your device. Secret tabs are a darker shade than the normal tab windows. Any downloaded files remain on your device after you close the secret tab.
1. From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn on secret mode. 2. Tap Start to begin browsing in secret mode.
Secret mode settings Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode.
1. From Internet, tap Tabs. 2. Tap More options > Secret mode settings for the following options:
· Use password: Create a password to enable secret mode. · Face: Use Face recognition to keep Secret mode private. · Fingerprints: Use Fingerprint scanner to keep Secret mode private. · Reset Secret mode: Erase your secret mode data and restore defaults.
Turn off secret mode Disable secret mode and return to normal browsing.
From Internet, tap Tabs > Turn off secret mode.
Internet settings
Modify settings associated with using the Internet app.
From Internet, tap Tools > Settings.
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Messages
Keep in touch with your contacts by using the Messages app to share photos, send emojis, or just say a quick hello.
From Messages, tap Compose new message.

Open More options Add attachments

Record voice message

Message search
To quickly locate a message, use the search feature.
1. From Messages, tap Search. 2. Enter keywords in the Search field, and then tap

Search on the keyboard.

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Delete conversations
You can remove your conversion history by deleting conversations. 1. From Messages, tap More options > Delete. 2. Tap each conversation you want to delete. 3. Tap Delete all, and confirm when prompted.
Send SOS messages
Send a message with your location to designated contacts when you are in an emergency situation.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Send SOS messages, and then tap to enable this feature.
· To choose the number of times to press the Side key to send an SOS message, tap either 3 times or 4 times.
· To choose a contact to automatically call after you send an SOS message, tap Auto call someone.
· To include a picture from your front and rear cameras, tap Attach pictures. · To include a five-second audio recording in your SOS message, tap Attach
audio recording. · To add recipients by creating new contacts or selecting from Contacts, tap
Send messages to. 2. Press the Side key quickly three or four times to send an SOS message.
Message settings
Configure the settings for text and multimedia messages.
From Messages, tap More options > Settings.
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Emergency alerts
Emergency alerts notify you of imminent threats and other situations. There is no charge for receiving an Emergency alert message.
1. From Settings, tap Notifications > Advanced settings. 2. Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts to customize notifications for emergency alerts.
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My Files
View and manage files stored on your device, including images, videos, music, and sound clips. You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card, if supported.
Search
Storage locations Additional locations,
such as an SD card and cloud accounts, are displayed here if
supported.
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File groups
Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups: · Recent files: View recently accessed files.
This option is displayed if one or more files have been accessed recently.
· Categories: View your files based on the file type. · Storage: View files saved on your device, optional SD card, and cloud accounts.
Cloud accounts vary depending on the services you sign in to.
· Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage.
My Files options
Use My Files options to search, edit, clear file history, and more.
From My Files, the following options are available:
· Search: Search for a file or folder. · More options:
Clear Recent files list: Remove the list of recently accessed files. This option is only available after a file has been opened through My Files.
Analyze storage: See what’s taking up space in your storage. Trash: Choose to restore or permanently remove files that you delete. Settings: View settings for the app. Contact us: Get connected with Samsung Members.
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Phone
The Phone app does more than just make telephone calls. Explore the advanced calling features. See your carrier for more information.

Access voicemail Make a video call

Make a call

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Calls
The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more. Make a call Use your phone to make and answer calls from a Home screen.
From Phone, enter a number on the keypad and tap Call.
· Tap Keypad if the keypad is not displayed. Make a call from Recents All incoming, outgoing, and missed calls are recorded in the Call log.
1. From Phone, tap Recents to display a list of recent calls. 2. Tap a contact, and then tap Call. Make a call from Contacts Call a contact from the Contacts app.
From Contacts, swipe your finger across a contact to the right to call the
contact. Answer a call When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name is displayed. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.
On the incoming call screen, drag Answer to the right to answer the call.
TIP On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Answer to answer the call.
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Decline a call

You can choose to decline an incoming call. If you are using an app, a pop-up screen is displayed for the incoming call.

On the incoming call screen, drag
send it to your voicemail.

Decline to the left to reject the call and

TIP On the incoming pop-up screen, tap to your voicemail.

Decline to reject the call and send it

Decline with a message You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response.
On the incoming call screen, drag Send message upward and select a message.
TIP On the incoming call pop-up screen, tap Send message and select a message.

End a call
Tap End call when you are ready to end your call.
Actions while on a call You can adjust call volume, switch to a headset or speaker, and even multitask while on a call.
Press the Volume keys to increase or decrease the volume.
Switch to headset or speaker Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetooth® headset (not included).
Tap Speaker to hear the caller using the speaker or tap Bluetooth to hear
the caller using a Bluetooth headset.

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Multitask If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar. To return to the call screen:
Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.
To end a call while multitasking:
Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap
End call. Call background Select a picture or video to show when you make or receive a call.
From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call background for the
following options: · Layout: Choose how to show caller info when the person has a profile picture. · Background: Choose a photo to display during a call.
Call pop-up settings When calls are received while using other apps, they can be displayed as pop-ups.
From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Call display while using apps.
The following options are available: · Full screen: Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app. · Pop-up: Display an incoming call as a pop-up at the top of the screen. · Mini pop-up: Display an incoming call as a smaller pop-up. · Keep calls in pop-up: Enable this option to keep calls in the pop-up after they are answered.
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Manage calls
Your calls are recorded in a call log. You can set up speed dials, block numbers, and use voicemail.
Call log The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log.
From Phone, tap Recents. A list of recent calls is displayed. If the caller is in
your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.
Save a contact from a recent call Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list.
1. From Phone, tap Recents. 2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts
list, and tap Add to contacts. 3. Tap Create new contact or Update existing contact.
Delete call records To delete Call log entries:
1. From Phone, tap Recents. 2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log. 3. Tap Delete.
Block a number By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received.
1. From Phone, tap Recents. 2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list. 3. Tap Details > Block, and confirm when prompted.
TIP You can also modify your Block list in Settings. From Phone, tap More options > Settings > Block numbers.
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Speed dial You can assign a shortcut number to a contact for speed dialing their default number.
1. From Phone, tap Keypad > More options > Speed dial numbers. The Speed dial numbers screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers.
2. Tap an unassigned number. · Tap Menu to select a different Speed dial number than the next one in sequence. · Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail.
3. Type in a name or number, or tap Add from Contacts to assign a contact to the number. · The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box.
Make a call with Speed dial You can make a call using Speed dial.
From Phone, touch and hold the Speed dial number.
· If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long, enter the first digits, and then hold the last digit.
Remove a Speed dial number You can remove an assigned Speed dial number.
1. From Phone, tap More options > Speed dial numbers. 2. Tap Delete by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial.
Emergency calls You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s service status. If your phone is not activated, you can only make an emergency call.
1. From Phone, enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap Call.
2. Complete your call. During this type of call, you have access to most in- call features.
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TIP The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in an emergency. When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller. The rest of the phone remains secured.
Phone settings
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app.
From Phone, tap More options > Settings.
Samsung Health
Use Samsung HealthTM to plan, track various aspects of daily life contributing to well-being such as physical activity, diet, and sleep. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-health.
NOTE The information gathered from this device, Samsung Health, or related software is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.
The accuracy of the information and data provided by this device and its related software, may be affected by factors such as environmental conditions, specific activity performed while using/wearing the device, settings of the device, user configuration/user-provided information, and other end-user interactions.
Before you start exercising
Although the Samsung Health application is a great companion to your exercise routine, it is always best to make sure you consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen. While moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for most people, health experts suggest that you talk with your doctor before you start an exercise program, particularly if you have any of the following conditions:
· Heart disease; Asthma or lung disease; Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease; and Arthritis.
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· Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or arms during physical activity; · Dizziness or loss of consciousness; · Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest, or when lying down or going to
bed; · Ankle swelling, especially at night; · A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat; · Muscle pain when walking upstairs or up a hill that goes away when you rest. It is recommended that before engaging in an exercise routine, you consult with your doctor or medical practitioner. If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
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Samsung Notes
Use Samsung Notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music. You can share your notes easily using social networking services. Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to learn more.

Navigate up Assign a title

Add an attachment Reading mode

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Create notes
Add text, images, voice recordings and more. 1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add. 2. Use the text options to create content.
Voice recordings
Create annotated voice recordings perfect for lectures or meetings. Take notes while recording audio. Playback is synced to scroll to the corresponding text.
1. From Samsung Notes, tap Add. 2. Tap Insert > Voice recordings. 3. Use the text options to create content while audio is being recorded.
Edit notes
Make edits to notes you create. 1. From Samsung Notes, tap a note to view it. 2. Tap Edit and make changes. 3. Tap More options for the following: · Share: Choose a file type, and share the note. · Save as file: Choose to save the note as another file format. · Sort pages: Add, copy, cut, and delete pages. · Page template: Apply a template to some or all pages. · Background color: Apply a color to the page. · Add to favorites/Remove from favorites: These notes are saved to a favorites folder in the notes menu. · Add tags/Edit tags: Use tags to easily search your notes. · Finger drawing on/Finger drawing off: Enable drawing with your fingers. When disabled only the S Pen can be used to draw. 4. When you are finished, tap Back.
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Notes options
You can edit, sort, or manage notes.
From Samsung Notes, the following options are available:
· Import PDFs: Open a PDF in Samsung Notes. · Search: Search for a keyword. · More options:
Edit: Select notes to share, delete, save as file, lock, or move. Sort: Change the way notes are organized. View: Switch between Grid, List, or Simple list.
Notes menu
You can view your notes by category.
From Samsung Notes, tap Navigation drawer for the following options:
· Samsung Notes settings: View settings for the Samsung Notes app. · All notes: View all notes. · Frequently used: Quick access to commonly used notes. · Shared notebooks: View notebooks shared with your contacts through your
Samsung account. · Trash: View deleted notes for up to 15 days. · Folders: View notes by groups. · Manage folders: Add, remove, and organize groups.
Samsung Pay
Samsung PayTM lets you make payments with your device. It is accepted almost anywhere you can swipe or tap your credit card. A Samsung account is required. For support, visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay.
Tap Get started and follow the prompts.
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NOTE For added security, your credit and debit card information is not stored on a cloud service. If you are using the Samsung Pay app on multiple devices, you must sign in to the app and confirm all payment cards on each device. Some card issuers may limit the number of devices.
Use Samsung Pay
Use Samsung Pay by opening the app and holding your device over the store’s card reader.
1. From Samsung Pay, select a card to pay with and authorize payments by scanning your finger or by entering your Samsung Pay PIN.
2. Hold your phone over the store’s card reader. · When your payment is complete, a receipt is sent to your registered email.
NOTE Make sure the NFC feature is enabled on your device. For more information, see NFC and payment.
Quick access
Use Quick access to open Samsung Pay from the Lock Screen, Home screen, or Screen off.
1. From Samsung Pay, tap Menu > Settings > Quick access. 2. Tap to enable each screen option. To use Quick access: 1. From any screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
· Your payment card and Quick access are displayed. 2. Drag the card down to close Quick access.
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Use gift cards with Samsung Pay
Purchase, send, and redeem gift cards from an expanding selection of your favorite retailers. To view the list of supported banks and gift card merchants, visit samsung.com/us/samsung-pay/compatible-cards/#bank.
Secure your information
Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your fingerprint or PIN, and each transaction uses a unique token each time, so your device only allows payments with your consent.
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Google apps
The following Google apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded from the Google Play store. Chrome | Drive | Duo | Gmail | Google | Google Pay | Maps | Photos | Play Movies & TV | Play Store | YouTube | YT Music
Chrome
Browse the Internet with ChromeTM and bring your open tabs, bookmarks, and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. Visit support.google.com/chrome to learn more.
Drive
Open, view, rename, and share files saved to your Google DriveTM cloud account. Visit support.google.com/drive to learn more.
Duo
Make video calls. Visit support.google.com/duo to learn more.
Gmail
Send and receive email with Google’s web-based email service. Visit support.google.com/mail to learn more.
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Google
Find online content with tools that learn what interests you. Turn on your personalized feed to receive customized content. Visit support.google.com/websearch to learn more.
Google Pay
Pay with your Android phone at participating stores and within mobile apps with Google PayTM. Visit support.google.com/pay to learn more.
Maps
Get directions and other location-based information. You must enable location services to use Google Maps. For more information, see Location. Visit support.google.com/maps to learn more.
Photos
Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your Google Account with Google PhotosTM. Visit support.google.com/photos to learn more.
Play Movies & TV
Watch movies and TV shows purchased from Google Play. You can also view videos saved on your device. Visit play.google.com/store/movies to learn more.
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Play Store
Find new apps, movies and TV shows, music, books, magazines, and games in the Google Play store. Visit support.google.com/play to learn more.
YouTube
Watch and upload YouTubeTM videos right from your device. Visit support.google.com/youtube to learn more.
YT Music
Stream and browse playlists, albums, and artists from YouTube Music.
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Microsoft apps
The following Microsoft® apps may be preloaded on your device. Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store. Outlook | LinkedIn | Office | OneDrive
Outlook
Access email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and more in Outlook. See Add an Outlook account. Visit support.office.com/en-us/article/outlook-for-ios-and- android-helpcd84214e-a5ac-4e95-9ea3-e07f78d0cde6 to learn more.
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LinkedIn
Connect and network with other professionals around the world.
Office
Enjoy the Word, Excel®, and PowerPoint® apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app.
OneDrive
Store and share photos, videos, documents, and more in your free online OneDrive® account–accessible from your personal computer, tablet, or phone.
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Settings
Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Accounts Device maintenance Accessibility Other settings
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Access Settings

There are a couple of ways to access your device settings.

From a Home screen, swipe down and tap From Apps, tap Settings.

Settings.

Search for Settings
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can search for it. 1. From Settings, tap Search, and enter keywords. 2. Tap an entry to go to that setting.

Connections
Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices.

Wi-Fi

You can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap scan for available networks.
2. Tap a network, and enter a password if required.

to turn on Wi-Fi and

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Connect to a hidden Wi-Fi network

If the Wi-Fi network you want is not listed after a scan, you can still connect to it by entering the information manually. Ask the Wi-Fi network administrator for the name and password before you begin.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap 2. Tap Add network at the bottom of the list. 3. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:

to turn on Wi-Fi.

· Network name: Type the exact name of the network.

· Security: Select a security option from the list, and enter the password if required.

· Advanced: Define other advanced options, such as IP and Proxy settings.

4. Tap Save.

TIP Tap Scan QR code to connect to a Wi-Fi network by using your device’s camera to scan a QR code.

Advanced Wi-Fi settings
You can configure connections to various types of Wi-Fi networks and hotspots, manage saved networks and look up your device’s network addresses.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap to turn on Wi-Fi.
2. Tap More options > Advanced.
· Switch to mobile data: When enabled, your device will switch to mobile data whenever the Wi-Fi connection is unstable. When the Wi-Fi signal is strong, it switches back to Wi-Fi.
· Turn on Wi-Fi automatically: Turn on Wi-Fi in frequently-used locations. · Detect suspicious networks: Get notified when suspicious activity is detected
on the current Wi-Fi network. · Show network quality info: Display network information (such as speed and
stability) in the list of available Wi-Fi networks. · Wi-Fi power saving mode: Enable Wi-Fi traffic analysis to reduce battery
usage.

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· Network notification: Receive notifications when open networks in range are detected.
· Manage networks: View saved Wi-Fi networks and configure whether to auto reconnect to or forget individual networks.
· Wi-Fi control history: View apps that have recently turned your Wi-Fi on or off.
· Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi networks that support Hotspot 2.0.
· Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates.

Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct uses Wi-Fi to share data between devices.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap 2. Tap More options > Wi-Fi Direct. 3. Tap a device, and then follow the prompts to connect.

to turn on Wi-Fi.

TIP When sharing a file, tap Wi-Fi Direct to use this feature.

Disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct Disconnect your device from a Wi-Fi Direct device.
From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi > More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Tap a
device to disconnect it.

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Bluetooth

You can pair your device to other Bluetooth-enabled devices, like Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth-enabled vehicle infotainment system. Once a pairing is created, the devices remember each other and can exchange information without having to enter the passkey again.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap Bluetooth.
2. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect.

to turn on

TIP When sharing a file, tap Bluetooth to use this feature.

Rename a paired device

You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap Bluetooth.

to turn on

2. Tap Settings next to the device name, and then tap Rename.

3. Enter a new name, and tap Rename.

Unpair from a Bluetooth device
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two devices no longer recognize each other and you will need to pair with the device again in order to connect to it.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth, and then tap Bluetooth.
2. Tap Settings next to the device, and then tap Unpair.

to turn on

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Advanced options
Additional Bluetooth features are available in the Advanced menu. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth. 2. Tap More options > Advanced for the following options: l Music Share: Let friends play music on your Bluetooth speaker or headphones. l Ringtone sync: Use the ringtone set on your device when you receive calls through a connected Bluetooth device. l Bluetooth control history: View apps that have used Bluetooth recently.
Dual audio
You can play audio from your device to two connected Bluetooth audio devices.

Connect Bluetooth audio devices to your device. 2. From the Notification panel, tap Media. 3. Under Audio output, tap next to each audio device to play audio to them (up to two devices).
NFC and payment
Near Field Communication (NFC) allows you to communicate with another device without connecting to a network. This technology is used by Android Beam and certain payment apps. The device that you are transferring to needs to support NFC, and it needs to be within four centimeters of your device.
From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and contactless payments, and then
tap to turn on this feature.
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Tap and pay
Use an NFC payment app to make payments by touching your device to a compatible credit card reader.

1. From Settings, tap Connections > NFC and contactless payments, and then

tap

to turn on NFC.

2. Tap Contactless payments to see the default payment app.

· To use another payment app, tap an available app to choose it.

· To use a payment app that is open, tap Pay with currently open app.

· To set another payment service as the default, tap Others, and then tap the service you prefer.

TIP NFC technology is used with Samsung Pay. Turn on this feature to see how easy and secure it is to use your device to make payments.

Airplane mode

Airplane mode turns off all network connections including calling, texting, mobile data, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. While Airplane mode is enabled, you can turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth in Settings or from the Quick settings panel.

From Settings, tap
this feature.

Connections > Airplane mode, and then tap

to enable

Data usage

Check your current mobile and Wi-Fi data usage. You can also customize warnings and limits.
From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage.

Monitor Wi-Fi data
You can restrict Wi-Fi data access by customizing usage limits and networks.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Data usage. 2. Tap Wi-Fi data usage to view data usage over Wi-Fi connections over a period of
time. You can view total usage as well as usage by app.

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Mobile hotspot
Mobile hotspot uses your data plan to create a Wi-Fi network that can be used by multiple devices.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap to turn on Mobile hotspot. 3. On the devices you want to connect, activate Wi-Fi and select your device’s
Mobile hotspot. Enter the Mobile hotspot password to connect. · Connected devices are listed under the heading Connected devices.
TIP Tap QR code to connect another device to your Mobile hotspot by scanning a QR code instead of entering a password.
Change the Mobile hotspot password
You can customize your Mobile hotspot password to make it easier to remember.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap the password, enter a new password, and then tap Save.
Configure mobile hotspot settings
You can customize your mobile hotspot’s security and connection settings.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap Configure for the following settings: · Network name: View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot. · Security: Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot. · Password: If you choose a security level that uses a password, you can view or change it. · Band: Select one of the available bandwidth options. · Advanced: Configure additional Mobile hotspot settings like Wi-Fi sharing and timeout settings.
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Auto hotspot
Share your hotspot connection automatically with other devices signed in to your Samsung account.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering > Mobile hotspot.
2. Tap Auto hotspot, and tap to enable the feature.
Tethering
You can use tethering to share your device’s Internet connection with another device. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > Mobile hotspot and tethering. 2. Tap an option: · Tap Bluetooth tethering to share your device’s Internet connection using Bluetooth. · Connect the computer to the device using a USB cable, and then tap USB tethering. · Connect the computer to the device using an Ethernet adapter, and then tap Ethernet tethering.
Nearby device scanning
Easily set up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device scanning. This feature sends you a notification when there are available devices to connect to.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Nearby device scanning.
2. Tap to turn on the feature.
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Connect to a printer
Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi network to easily print documents and images from your device.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Printing. 2. Tap Default print service, and then tap More options > Add printer.
· If your printer requires a plugin, tap Download plugin and follow the prompts to add a print service.
NOTE Not all apps support printing.
Virtual Private Networks
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to connect to a private secured network from your device. You will need the connection information from your VPN administrator.
1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Tap More options > Add VPN profile. 3. Enter the VPN network information provided by your network administrator, and
tap Save.
Manage a VPN
Use the VPN settings menu to edit or delete a VPN connection. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Tap Settings next to a VPN. 3. Edit the VPN and tap Save, or tap Delete to remove the VPN.
Connect to a VPN
Once you have set up a VPN, connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > VPN. 2. Tap a VPN, enter your log in information, and tap Connect. l To disconnect, tap the VPN, and then tap Disconnect.
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Private DNS
You can configure your device to connect to a private DNS host. 1. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Private DNS. 2. Tap one of the available options to configure a private DNS connection. 3. Tap Save.
Ethernet
If wireless network connection is not available, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your device to a local network.
1. Connect an Ethernet cable to your device. 2. From Settings, tap Connections > More connection settings > Ethernet, and
follow the prompts. TIP You need an adapter (not included) to connect an Ethernet cable to your device.
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Sounds and vibration
You can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions.
Sound mode | Vibrations | Volume | Ringtone | Notification sound | System sound | System sounds and vibration | Dolby Atmos | Equalizer | UHQ upscaler | Adapt sound | Separate app sound
Sound mode
You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys.
From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode:
· Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts. Vibrate while ringing: Set your device to vibrate in addition to ringing when you receive a call.
· Vibrate: Use vibration only for notifications and alerts. · Mute: Set your device to make no sounds.
Temporary mute: Set a time limit for muting the device.
TIP Use the sound mode setting instead of the volume keys to change the sound mode without losing your customized sound levels.

Mute with gestures

Quickly mute sounds by covering the screen or turning the device over.

From Settings, tap
gestures, and tap

Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Mute with to enable.

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Vibrations
You can control how and when your device vibrates.

1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration. 2. Tap options to customize:
· Vibration pattern: Choose from preset vibration patterns for notifications. · Vibration intensity: Set vibration intensity levels for calls, notifications, and
touch interactions by dragging the sliders.

Volume

Set the volume level for call ringtones, notifications, media, and system sounds.

From Settings, tap
each sound type.

Sounds and vibration > Volume, and drag the sliders for

TIP You can also use the Volume keys to adjust the volume. When pressed, a pop-up menu shows the volume level and current sound type. You can tap the menu to expand it, and then adjust the volume of the other sound types by dragging their sliders.

Use Volume keys for media
Set the default action of the Volume keys to control the media sound volume rather than whichever sound type is in use.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume. 2. Tap Use Volume keys for media to enable this feature.

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Media volume limit
Limit the maximum output of the device’s volume while using Bluetooth speakers or headphones (not included).
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Volume. 2. Tap More options > Media volume limit. 3. Tap to enable this feature.
l To set the maximum output volume, drag the Custom volume limit slider. l To require a PIN to make changes to the volume setting, tap Set volume
limit PIN.
Ringtone
Customize your call ringtone by choosing from preset sounds or adding your own.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Ringtone. 2. Tap a ringtone to hear a preview and select it, or tap Add to use an audio file
as a ringtone.
Notification sound
Choose a preset sound for all notification alerts.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Notification sound. 2. Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it.
TIP You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique for each app using the App settings menu.

System sound

Choose a sound theme to use for touch interactions, charging, changing the sound mode, and Samsung Keyboard, and more.

From Settings, tap
available option.

Sounds and vibration > System sound and choose an

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System sounds and vibration

Customize your device’s sounds and vibrations for actions like tapping the screen and charging the device.
From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > System sound/vibration control for
the following options: Sound

· Touch interactions: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections.
· Screen lock/unlock: Play a sound when you lock or unlock the screen. · Emergency tone: Set the emergency tone to alert, vibrate, or silent. · Charging: Play a sound when a charger is connected. · Dialing keypad: Play a tone when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad. · Samsung keyboard: Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard. Vibration

· Touch interactions: Vibrate when you tap navigation buttons or touch and hold items on the screen.
· Dialing keypad: Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad. · Navigation gestures: Vibrate when using gestures. · Samsung keyboard: Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard. · Camera feedback: Vibrate when taking pictures, zooming, changing
shooting modes, and more.

Dolby Atmos

Enjoy Dolby Atmos quality when playing content that was specifically mixed for Atmos. This feature may only be available with a headset connected.

From Settings, tap
following options:

Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects for the

· Dolby Atmos: Experience breakthrough audio that flows above and around you.

· Dolby Atmos for gaming: Apply Dolby Atmos optimized for gaming.

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Equalizer
Choose an audio preset that is customized to different genres of music, or manually change your audio settings.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects. 2. Tap Equalizer to choose a music genre.
UHQ upscaler
Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos for a clearer listening experience. This feature is only available with a headset connected.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects. 2. Tap UHQ upscaler and choose an upscaling option.
Adapt sound
Customize the sound for each ear and enhance your listening experience. 1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Sound quality and effects > Adapt sound. 2. Tap Adapt sound for to select when to change the sound settings. 3. Tap the sound profile that fits you best, and tap Settings to customize.
TIP Tap Personalize your sound to let your device identify the best sound for you.
Separate app sound
You can choose to have an app play only media sound on a Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the other sounds (like notifications). Connect to a Bluetooth device to make this option available in the Audio device menu.
1. From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration > Separate app sound. 2. Tap Turn on now to enable Separate app sound, and then set the following
options: · App: Choose an app to play its sound on a separate audio device. · Audio device: Choose the audio device that you want the app’s sound to be played on.
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Notifications
You can prioritize and streamline app alerts by changing which apps send notifications and how notifications alert you. Notification pop-up style | Recently sent notifications | Do not disturb | Advanced settings | Alert when phone picked up
Notification pop-up style
You can change the style and additional settings for your notifications.
From Settings, tap Notifications, and then choose a pop-up style:
· Brief: Enable customization of your notification colors, lighting style, and included apps. Included apps: View brief notifications for your apps. Brief pop-up settings: Customize the Edge lighting style, colors, and enable notifications to show even while the screen is off.
· Detailed: Enable the default Samsung Notification settings.
Recently sent notifications
You can view a list of apps that have sent notifications under Recently sent notifications.
1. From Settings, tap Notifications. 2. Tap an entry under Recently sent to customize the notification settings. 3. Tap More to see the expanded list.
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Do not disturb
Do not disturb allows you to block sounds and notifications while this mode in turned on. You can also specify exceptions for people, apps, and alarms. You can also set a schedule for recurring events like sleep or meetings.
From Settings, tap Notifications > Do not disturb and configure the following:
· Do not disturb: Enable Do not disturb to block sounds and notifications. · For how long?: Choose a default duration for Do not disturb mode when you
enable it manually. · Sleeping: Customize a schedule for Do not disturb mode while you are
sleeping. · Add schedule: Create a new schedule to configure the days and times to
regularly put your device in Do not disturb mode. · Calls, messages, and conversations: Tap to allow Do not disturb exceptions. · Alarms and sounds: Enable sounds and vibrations for alarms, events, and
reminders while Do not disturb mode is active. · Apps: Add apps that you would like to receive notifications from in Do not
disturb mode. Call, message, and conversation notifications will still reach you even if you don’t allow the associated apps. · Hide notifications: View customization options to hide notifications.
Advanced settings
You can configure notifications from apps and services.
From Settings, tap Notifications > Advanced settings.
· Show notification icons: Modify how many notifications appear on the Status bar.
· Show battery percentage: Display the current battery life of your device on the Status bar.
· Notification history: Display recent and snoozed notifications. · Conversations: View conversation notifications. Touch and hold a
conversation notification to mark it as priority, set it as alerting, or silent.
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Settings · Floating notifications: Enable floating notifications in either Bubbles or Smart pop-up view. · Suggest actions and replies for notifications: Get applicable suggestions for actions to notifications and replies to messages. · Notification reminders: Enable and customize periodic reminders about notifications from selected apps and services. Clear notifications to stop the reminders. · App icon badges: Identify which apps have active notifications with badges that appear on their icons. Tap to choose whether or not badges indicate the number of unread notifications. · Wireless Emergency Alerts: Customize notifications for emergency alerts.
Alert when phone picked up
You can set the device to notify you about missed calls and messages by vibrating when you pick it up.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Motions and gestures. 2. Tap Alert when phone picked up to enable the feature.
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Display
You can configure the screen brightness, timeout delay, font size, and many other display settings. Dark mode | Screen brightness | Motion smoothness | Blue light filter | Screen mode | Font size and style | Screen zoom | Screen resolution | Screen timeout | Accidental touch protection | Touch sensitivity | Show charging information | Screen saver | Lift to wake | Double tap to turn on screen | Double tap to turn off screen | Keep screen on while viewing | One-handed mode
Dark mode
Dark mode allows you to switch to a darker theme to keep your eyes more comfortable at night, darkening white or bright screens and notifications.
From Settings, tap Display for the following options:
l Light: Apply a light color theme to your device (default). l Dark: Apply a dark color theme to your device. l Dark mode settings: Customize when and where Dark mode is applied.
Turn on as scheduled: Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or
Custom schedule.
Adaptive color filter: Turn on Blue light filter automatically between sunset
and sunrise to reduce eye strain.
Screen brightness
Adjust the screen brightness according to lighting conditions or personal preference. 1. From Settings, tap Display. 2. Customize options under Brightness: · Drag the Brightness slider to set a custom brightness level. · Tap Adaptive brightness to automatically adjust the screen brightness based on the lighting conditions.
TIP You can also adjust screen brightness from the Quick settings panel.
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Motion smoothness

Get smoother scrolling and more realistic animations by increasing the screen’s refresh rate (Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G only).

1. From Settings, tap Display > Motion smoothnes

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