Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 Manual PDF

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Table of Contents
Getting Started .................................................................1

Wi-Fi Settings ..................................................................46
Front View ........................................................................... 2

Wi-Fi Direct .......................................................................48
Back View ........................................................................... 3

Bluetooth ...........................................................................49
Assemble Your Device ............................................... 4

Airplane Mode ...............................................................51
Set Up Your Device ...................................................... 5

Data Usage ......................................................................52
Set Up Accounts on Your Device ........................ 6

Printing................................................................................53
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) .........................54
Know Your Device.........................................................7
Ethernet Connection ..................................................55
Home Screen.................................................................... 8
Sounds and Notifications........................................56
Status Bar .........................................................................11
Display Settings ............................................................59
Navigation, Motions, and Gestures ..................12
Motions and Gestures...............................................61
Notification Panel .........................................................13
Application Manager..................................................62
Multi Window ..................................................................14
Default Applications ...................................................64
Enter Text ..........................................................................16
Applications Settings Shortcuts..........................65
Applications ...................................................................... 18
Users....................................................................................66
Apps Screen ...................................................................19

Wallpaper Settings ......................................................67
Google Applications ..................................................21

Lock Screen and Security ......................................68
Other Applications ......................................................23

Location Settings..........................................................70
Calculator ..........................................................................24
Private Mode ...................................................................71
Calendar ............................................................................25
Report Diagnostic Info ..............................................72
Camera and Video ......................................................27

Accessibility.....................................................................73
Clock....................................................................................29
Accounts............................................................................75
Contacts.............................................................................30
Backup and Reset.......................................................76
Email ....................................................................................34
Language and Input Settings ...............................77
Galaxy Apps ...................................................................35

Battery.................................................................................79
Gallery.................................................................................36
Storage ...............................................................................80
Internet ................................................................................38
Accessories .....................................................................82
Memo ..................................................................................40
Date and Time Settings ...........................................83
Music Player ....................................................................41

About Your Device ......................................................84
My Files ..............................................................................42
Video Player ....................................................................44
Settings.................................................................................. 45
iii
Getting Started
Learn about your mobile

device hardware, assembly
procedures, and how to
get started using your new
device.
Front View
Proximity and
gesture sensors
Front camera
Power/Lock key
Volume key
Recent apps Back
Home key
• Back: Tap to return to the previous screen, or to • Proximity and gesture sensors: Detects the
close a dialog box, menu, or keyboard. presence of objects near the device.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record • Recent apps: Tap to display recent apps or touch
videos of yourself. and hold to launch split screen view.
• Home key: Press to return to the Home screen. • Volume key: Press to adjust the volume of your
device’s sounds and audio.
• Power/Lock key: Press and hold to turn the
device on or off. Press to lock or wake up the
screen. Press and hold to turn the device off or
restart it, or for quick access to Airplane Mode.
Getting Started 2 Front View

Back View
Microphone Rear camera
MicroSD card slot
Speaker Speaker
USB charger/ Headset jack
Accessory port
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset • Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
(not included).
• Speaker: Plays music and other sounds.
• Microphone: Records audio and detects voice
commands. • USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included), and other optional
• MicroSD card slot: Install an optional memory accessories (not included).
card (not included) for storage of files.
Getting Started 3 Back View

Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to 1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
assemble your device.
Install a Memory Card

You can install an optional microSD or microSDHC
memory card (not included) to expand available
memory space.
Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it

is not necessary to install it prior to using the device.
For more information on installing a memory card,

2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head,
see Install a Memory Card.
and then plug the charging head into a standard
outlet.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging
Charge the Battery head from the outlet and remove the USB cable
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard from the device.
Li-Ion battery. A Wall/USB Charger (charging head
Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you
and USB cable) is included with the device for
remove the battery can cause damage to the device.
charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully When to Charge the Battery
discharged battery requires up to four hours of
charge time. You can use the device while charging. When the battery is weak and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging at regular intervals.
devices and batteries. Samsung accessories are
designed to maximize battery life. Using other In this condition, your device conserves its
accessories may invalidate your warranty and may remaining battery power by dimming the screen.
cause damage. When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
► For a quick check of your battery level, view the

battery charge indicator located in the upper-
right corner of your device’s display. A solid
color ( ) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage
value. Viewing a percentage value can provide
a better idea of the remaining charge on the
battery. For more information, see Battery.
Getting Started 4 Assemble Your Device

Set Up Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure
Turn the Device On your device.
► Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the
device vibrates and starts up.
Lock the Device
By default, the device locks automatically when the
Turn the Device Off
screen times out.
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key until the
device vibrates and the Device options menu ► To lock the device, press the Power/Lock key.
displays.
2. Tap Power off. Unlock the Device
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
► To unlock your device, press the Power/Lock

Welcome Screen key or Home key, and then touch and drag your
The first time you turn your device on, the Welcome finger across the screen.
Screen displays. It will guide you through the basics
of setting up your device. Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, The default Screen lock is Swipe, which offers no
connect to a Wi-Fi network, set up accounts, choose security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see
location services, learn about your device’s features, Set a Screen Lock.
and more.
Getting Started 5 Set Up Your Device

Set Up Accounts on Your Device
Google Account Samsung Account

Your new device uses your Google Account to Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
fully utilize its Android features, including Gmail, content and apps on your device.
Google Hangouts, and the Google Play Store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing Samsung account or create a new
up your existing Google Account, or create a new Samsung account.
Google Account.
– or –
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
To create a new Google Account or set up your Samsung account on your device at any time,
Google Account on your device at any time, use use Accounts settings. For more information, see
Accounts settings. For more information, see Accounts.
Accounts.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account >
Settings > Accounts > Add account > Samsung account.
Google.
Getting Started 6 Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Know Your Device
Learn some of the key Warning: Please note that a touch screen
responds best to a light touch from the pad
features of your mobile of your finger or a non-metallic stylus. Using
device, including the screens excessive force or a metallic object when
pressing on the touch screen may damage the
and icons, as well as how to tempered glass surface and void the warranty.
navigate the device and enter
text using the keyboard.
Home Screen
Notification icons Status Bar
Status icons
Widget
App folders
Home screen indicator
Apps screen
App shortcuts
• Apps Folder: For your convenience, there are • Notification icons: Display new messages and
several applications that are grouped into a folder emails, notifications, available software updates,
on the main Home screen. and so on.
• App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite • Status Bar: Displays device status icons (right)
applications. and notification icons (left).
• Apps screen: Allows quick access to all of your • Status icons: Display information about the
applications. device, such as the network signal strength,
battery level, the time, and so on.
• Home screen indicator: Indicates which
Home screen is presently displayed. • Widget: Self-contained application that runs on
the Home screen (not a shortcut).
Know Your Device 8 Home Screen

The Home screen is the starting App Shortcuts
point for using your device. You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from
any Home screen.
Customize your Home screen
by adding application shortcuts, Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
widgets, folders, and using
2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a
wallpapers. Home screen and release it.
Remove a Shortcut
Manage Home Screens 1. Touch and hold a shortcut to release it.
Your device comes with multiple Home screens to
2. Drag the icon to Remove and release it.
hold apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home
screens in a different order. Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it
just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.
1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
• Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the

Widgets
screens, and then tap
Add. Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a
Home screen. There are all kinds of widgets,
• Remove a screen: Touch and hold on a
including links to a specific contact, Internet

screen, and then drag it to
Remove.
bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and
• Set a screen as the main Home screen: many others.
Tap Main Home screen at the top of a
screen. This screen displays when you press
the Home key.
Add a Widget to a Home Screen
1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen,
• Change the order of screens: Touch and hold and then tap Widgets.
on a screen, and then drag to a new position.
2. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a
3. To stop editing the Home screens, tap Back. Home screen and release it.
Remove a Widget
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
release it.
2. Drag the widget to Remove and release it.
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget,
it just removes the widget from the Home screen.

Folders
Change the Wallpaper
Place folders on a Home screen to organize items. Change the look of the Home and Lock screens
with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture or
choose from preloaded wallpapers.
Add a Folder to a Home Screen
1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app 1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
shortcut. – or –
2. Drag the shortcut onto another app shortcut and Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
release.
2. Tap Wallpapers, and then choose Home screen,
3. Enter a folder name. Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
4. Tap Back.
3. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap
A folder is created with the shortcuts inside.
SET AS WALLPAPER.
For more information, see
Use Folders Text-To-Speech Options.
1. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts

inside.
2. To add shortcuts to a folder, drag each app
shortcut onto the folder and release.
3. Tap Folder colors to change the folder’s
color scheme.
4. To delete a folder, touch and hold the folder until
it detaches, and then drag it to Remove and
release.

Status Bar
The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons

Home screen provides device New email has arrived.
information (such as network New Gmail has arrived.

status, battery charge, and time)
on the right side and notification Download of a file or app is in progress.
alerts on the left.
File is being uploaded or sent.
Status Icons
Battery is fully charged. Location service (GPS) is active.
Battery is low. App updates are available from the

Google Play Store.
Battery is charging. App installation or updates are complete.
Vibrate mode is enabled. Keyboard is in use.
Mute mode is enabled.
Wi-Fi is active.
Know Your Device 11 Status Bar

Navigation, Motions, and Gestures
Touchscreen Navigation Pinch and Spread

Pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger or
Tap spread by moving your fingers apart.
Lightly tap items to select or launch them. • Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while
viewing a picture or a web page.
• Tap the onscreen keyboard to enter characters
or text. • Pinch or spread the screen to zoom in or out while
taking a picture.
• Tap an item to select it.
• Tap an app icon to launch the application.
Motions and Gestures
Touch and Hold Control your device by making specific gestures
Activate onscreen items by a touch and hold with your hand above the device’s screen.
gesture. For example:
• Touch and hold a widget on a Home screen to Enable Motions and Gestures
move it. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings > Motions and gestures.
• Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu
of options. 2. Tap ON/OFF to enable each feature:
Fr details, see Motions and Gestures.
Swipe or Slide
To swipe, lightly drag your finger vertically or
horizontally across the screen.
• Swipe the screen to unlock the device.

• Swipe the screen to scroll through the
Home screens or menu options.
Drag
To drag, touch and hold on an item, and then move
it to a new location.
• Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.

• Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a
Home screen.
Know Your Device 12 Navigation, Motions, and Gestures

Notification Panel
View additional
Settings
Quick settings
Change or add users

Quick settings
Adjust screen brightness

Search for content on View additional
your device Quick settings
Tap notification to launch

app or view detail Clear all notifications
Notification icons on the Status Quick Settings

Bar display calendar events, In addition to notifications, the Notification Panel
device status, and more. For also provides quick access to device functions such
as Wi-Fi, allowing you to quickly turn them on or off.
details, open the Notification
Panel. To view additional Quick settings:
► Swipe left or right across the visible icons.
To customize the Quick settings that appear:

View the Notification Panel
► Tap EDIT.
1. Swipe down on the Status Bar to display the
Notification Panel.
2. Scroll down the list to see notification details.
• Tap an item to open it.
• To clear a single notification, drag the
notification left or right. Tap

Clear to clear
all notifications.
3. To close the Notification Panel, swipe upward
from the bottom of the screen or tap Back.
Know Your Device 13 Notification Panel

Multi Window
App 1
Window controls
App 2
You can also launch recently used apps directly into

Multi-task by using multiple Multi window view:
applications at the same time.
1. Tap the Recent apps key.
2. Recently used apps that support Multi window
have a Multi window icon in the title bar. Tap
Activate Multi Window the Multi window icon in the title bar to launch
Apps that support Multi window display together on the application in Multi window view.
a split screen. You can switch between the apps,
3. Other recently used apps that support
adjust the size of their display on the screen, and
Multi window appear below the launched app.
copy information from one app to the other.
Tap the app icon to add it to the Multi window
Note: Multi window is not available for all apps. view.
Note: Only applications that support Multi window
1. From any screen, touch and hold
have the Multi window icon.
Recent apps.
2. If you are currently using an app that supports
Multi window, tap an app to add in split screen,
or tap two new apps to open in split view.
Know Your Device 14 Multi Window

Window Controls
Select an application window and tap Control
button in the middle of the window to display the
window controls.
Control Buttons
Switch windows: Switch locations
between Multi window applications.
Drag and drop content: Move items
between the application windows. Drag an
item to share from one window to another.
Some applications may not support this
feature.
Minimize window: Minimize the selected
app window. This turns the app into a
circular, movable icon that can be opened
by tapping on it.
Maximize window: Open the selected
window in full screen view.
Close app: Close the selected application.
Know Your Device 15 Multi Window

Enter Text
Use the Samsung Keyboard Note: The available Options keys depend on the
application in use. Not all options are available for all
Type your text input using a QWERTY keyboard. apps.
Predictive Text
Predictive Text
Predictive text suggest words matching your text
entries, and, optionally, completes common words
automatically. Predictive text can learn your personal
writing style from your contacts, messages, email,
and social networking sites — improving its accuracy
of predicting your text entries.
Configure the Samsung Keyboard

Options key To customize the Samsung Keyboard:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Settings > Language and input.
Special Keys
2. Tap Samsung keyboard for options.
Tap to insert numbers and symbols.
Tap to insert letters.
Touch and hold the Options key to:

Use Google Voice Typing.
Use your handwriting to enter text.
Access the clipboard.
Insert emoticons.
Change the layout of the keyboard.
Access keyboard settings.
Know Your Device 16 Enter Text

Use Google Voice Typing
Instead of typing, speak your text input.
To enable Google Voice Typing:

1. On the Samsung Keyboard, tap Google Voice
Typing. You may need to touch and hold the
Options key (left of the Space key) to find it.
2. Speak your text.
Configure Google Voice Typing

To customize Google Voice Typing:

Settings > Language and input.
2. Tap Google voice typing for options.
Know Your Device 17 Enter Text

Applications
The Apps screen displays all

applications installed on your
device, both preloaded apps
and apps you download and
install yourself.
Learn how to change the way
apps appear, organize apps
into folders, and uninstall or
disable apps.
Apps Screen
The Apps screen shows all Uninstall or Disable Apps

preloaded apps and apps that You can uninstall or disable apps you download and
you downloaded. You can install.
uninstall, disable, or hide apps • Preloaded apps cannot be uninstalled.

from view. • Apps that are disabled are turned off and hidden
from view.
Shortcuts to apps can be placed on any of
the Home screens. For more information, see 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen. 2. Tap EDIT. Apps that can be uninstalled or
disabled show Uninstall/Disable on their
icon.
Access Applications 3. Tap Uninstall/Disable and follow the prompts
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps. to either uninstall or disable the app.
2. Tap an application’s icon to launch it.

3. To return to the main Home screen, press the Organize Your Apps
Home key.
The Apps icons can be organized in folders and
rearranged in your own custom order.
Download and Install New Apps Change the Order Apps Are Listed
Find new apps to download and install on your
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.
device.
2. Tap EDIT.
• Google Play Store: Download new
apps from the Google Play store. Visit 3. Touch and hold an app icon or folder and drag it
play.google.com/store/apps to learn more. to the location you want:
• GALAXY Apps: View and download Samsung 4. Tap DONE when finished.
apps that are optimized for use with GALAXY
devices. Visit apps.samsung.com to learn more.
Applications 19 Apps Screen

Use Folders to Organize Apps
To create a folder:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > EDIT.
2. Touch and hold an app icon and drag it on top of
another app icon until a highlighted box appears.
3. Release the app icon to create the folder.
• Tap Enter folder name to name the folder.
• Tap the Palette icon to change the color

(if desired).
4. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
• To add more apps, touch an hold an app icon

and drag it to the folder.
5. Tap DONE when you are finished.
Applications 20 Apps Screen

Google Applications
Enjoy these applications from Google Settings

Google. Quickly and easily change Google app
settings to suit your preferences.
Note: Certain applications require a Google account.
Visit google.com to learn more. Note: You must be signed in to the
application you want to configure. For
example, sign in to Google+ to configure
Google+ settings.
Chrome
Use Google Chrome to browse the Google+
Internet and bring your open tabs,
bookmarks and address bar data from Stay connected and share with Google+.
your computer to your mobile device. Chat with friends and family, post photos,
and see what others are sharing.
Drive
Hangouts
Open, view, rename, and share your
Google Docs and files. Hangouts is an online place to meet
friends and family, share photos, and
host video calls. Conversation logs are
Gmail automatically saved to a Chats area in
your Gmail account.
Send and receive email with Gmail,
Google’s web-based email service.
Maps
Google Use Google Maps to find your current
location, get directions, and other
Search not only the Internet, but also the
location-based information.
apps and contents of your device.
Note: You must enable location services to
Google Now use Maps. Please see Location Settings.
Google Now works in the background to

collect information you regularly look up
and organize it into convenient cards that Photos
appear when you need them.
This application automatically backs up
► Press and hold the Home key. your photos and videos to your Google+
account.
Note: When Google Now is enabled, you
can also access it by touching Google. Play Books
With Google Play Books, you can find
millions of free e-books and hundreds of
thousands more to buy in the eBookstore.
Applications 21 Google Applications

Play Games
Discover hundreds of games for download
and purchase through the Google Play
Store.
Play Movies & TV

Watch movies and TV shows purchased
from Google Play. You can stream them
instantly, or download them for viewing
when you are not connected to the
Internet. You can also view videos saved
on your device.
Play Music
With Google Play Music, you can play
music and audio files on your device.
Play Newsstand
Subscribe to your favorite magazines to
read on your device at your leisure.
Play Store
Find new apps, movies and TV shows,
music, books, magazines, and games in
Google Play store.
Voice Search
Use voice commands to search the web
with Google.
YouTube
View and upload YouTube videos right
from your device.
Applications 22 Google Applications

Other Applications
Hancom Office Viewer Screen Saver

Opens and manages Hancom Office When your tablet screen automatically
Hanword (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) times out, instead of a blank screen,
documents. enable the Galaxy Tab A Screen Saver,
an action-packed video tour of all the
fantastic features that you will find on your
Microsoft Apps Galaxy Tab A.
Download and use Microsoft applications
on your tablet. SideSync 3.0
SideSync is a PC-Mobile solution that
Milk enables the screens, windows, and data
to be shared easily between a PC and
Exclusive to Galaxy owners, Milk Music is
Samsung Android Device.
a radio service that gives you more of the
music you love, curated by top DJs and
industry pros and all for free. Smart Manager
Access information about your battery,
Netflix tablet storage, and device security.
Watch TV shows and movies, streaming
from Netflix.
OneDrive
OneDrive is a place to easily store and
share photos, videos, documents, and
more, which you can then access from
your personal computer, tablet, or phone.
OneNote
You can stay organized using text,
pictures, or audio notes. Create Quick
Notes or review and edit shared OneNote
notebooks using OneDrive.
Applications 23 Other Applications

Calculator
The Calculator provides basic

and advanced arithmetic
functions.
Basic Operation
Calculator.
2. Enter the first number using the numeric keys.
3. Tap the appropriate arithmetic function key.
4. Enter the next number.
5. To view the result, tap the Equals key.
Additional Functions
To clear the results:
► Tap Clear.
To clear the calculator history:

► Tap HISTORY > CLEAR HISTORY.
To copy all or part of the calculation to the

clipboard:
► Touch and hold an entry in the display field.
Applications 24 Calculator
Calendar
Manage your events and tasks. Create a Task

Tasks are items you add to the calendar to be
accomplished on a certain day. A task appears as
Create an Event a checklist item and is removed once you mark the
task as complete.
Calendar. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Calendar.
2. Tap Add and enter details for the event.
2. Tap the drop down menu in the top left corner
3. When finished, tap SAVE. (by default, the Month and Year are shown) and
tap TASKS.
3. Tap the Enter new task field to enter a new task.
Delete an Event
4. You can choose to set the task for TODAY,
TOMORROW, or tap the Expand icon to view
Calendar.
and set the following options:
2. Tap to view an event and tap DELETE.
• Due date: Tap the ON/OFF switch to select a
date on the calendar for the task.
Share Events • Reminder: Tap to set a reminder alert.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Notes: Tap to save a note with your task.
Calendar.
2. Tap an event to view it.
• Priority: Tap to assign a priority to the task.
5. Tap SAVE to save the task.
3. Tap SHARE and tap a sharing format.
4. In the Share via window, tap a sharing method
and follow the prompts. Delete a Task
Calendar.
2. Tap TASKS to view your tasks.
3. Tap the checkbox by the task to mark it as
complete and remove it from the calendar.
4. To delete the task permanently, tap the task to
open it, and then tap DELETE.
Applications 25 Calendar
Calendar Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the Calendar.

Calendar.
2. Tap MORE > Settings.
3. Tap an option and follow the prompts.
Applications 26 Calendar
Camera and Video
Hide or View pictures

show and videos in
settings the Gallery
Record video
Quick
settings Take a picture
Switch between
the front and
back cameras
Camera
settings
Change
shooting mode
3. If desired, before taking the photo, you can

Take Pictures touch onscreen icons to access various camera
Take pictures with your device’s front or back options and settings. You can also touch the
cameras. screen to move the focus field to the area you
touch.
Camera. 4. Tap Capture to take the picture.
2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder, Note: You can also press the Volume key up or
compose your shot by aiming the camera at the down to take a picture. This is the default action of the
subject. While composing your picture, use the Volume key. You can also set the Volume key to act as
onscreen options, or these gestures: the video record key or as a zoom key.
• Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or

spread them on the screen to zoom in and out.
• Tap the screen to focus on the area you
touched.
Applications 27 Camera and Video

Shooting Mode Camera Settings
Several visual effects are available. Some modes are 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
not available when taking self-portraits. Camera.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Quick settings are listed across one side of
Camera. the camera view finder. Available options vary
depending on the camera or recording mode
2. Tap MODE to display the following options: used.
Rear camera 3. Tap Settings to configure settings for
• Auto: Allow the camera to evaluate the Camera. Available options vary depending on the
surroundings and determine the ideal mode for camera/recording mode used.
the picture.
• Picture size: Select a resolution. Use higher
• Panorama: Create a linear image by taking resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
pictures in either a horizontal or vertical pictures take up more memory.
direction.
• Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher
• Continuous shot: Use this to take photos resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution
continuously, four photos per second. videos take up more memory.
• Beauty face: Take a picture with lightened • Gesture control: Detect palm and
faces for gentler images. automatically take a picture two seconds later.
• Sound & shot: Enrich pictures by adding • Save as horizontally flipped: Save the
background sounds for a few seconds. self-portrait or self-recording as a reversed (or
‘mirrored’) image.
• Sports: Take fast action photos.
Front camera only
• Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help
composition when selecting subjects.
• Interval shot: Select the best pictures from
• Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to
a series of continuous shots taken at set
intervals. the picture.
• Review pictures: Set to show pictures after

taking them.
• Storage location: Select the memory location

for storage.
• Volume key function: Use the Volume key to

take pictures, record video, or to zoom in and
out.
• Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
Applications 28 Camera and Video

Clock
The Clock app offers features for • Snooze: Allow snoozing, and set interval and
repeat values for the alarm while snoozing.
keeping track of time and setting
alarms. • Increasing volume: When on, the alarm will
start playing a tone at a low volume at an
interval before the alarm time, and slowly
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock. increase in volume. Available when you have
chosen an alarm type that includes sound.
2. Tap a tab to use a feature:
• ALARM: This feature allows you to set an • Alarm name: Enter a name for the alarm.
alarm to ring at a specific time. 3. Tap SAVE to save the alarm.
• WORLD CLOCK: View the time of day or
night in other parts of the world. World Clock Delete an Alarm
displays time in hundreds of different cities, 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.
within all 24 time zones around the world.
2. Find the alarm in the alarm list (under the Alarm
• STOPWATCH: Measure intervals of time. tab), and then tap Delete in the upper right
• TIMER: Use a timer to count down to an event corner of the alarm entry.
based on a preset time length (hours, minutes,
and seconds).
Create an Alarm
Create an alarm event. You can set one-time or
recurring alarms, and choose options for how to be
notified.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Clock.

2. Tap the following to configure an alarm:
• Date: Choose the day for this alarm.
• Time: Set a time for the alarm.
• Repeat: Repeat the alarm every week.
• Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type

that includes sound, choose a sound to play
for the alarm.
• Volume: If you have chosen an alarm type

that includes sound, drag the slider to set the
volume of the alarm.
• Alarm tone: If you have chosen an alarm type

that includes sound, choose a sound to play
for the alarm.
Applications 29 Clock
Contacts
Store and manage your contacts Add a Contact

with the Contacts app, which Use the following procedure to add a new contact.
can be synchronized with a 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >

Contacts.
variety of your existing personal
accounts, including Google, 2. Tap Create contact, and then tap contact
fields to enter information.
Email, Facebook, and your
• Choose a storage account for the contact. You
Samsung account. can store the contact on the device, your SIM
card, or sync it with an account.
For more information on connecting with and
managing your accounts through your device, see • Tap Contact photo to assign a picture to
Accounts. the new contact.
• Enter a name, phone number, email address,

and assign the contact to a group,. Tap
Manage Contacts ADD ANOTHER FIELD to add additional
contact information.
Access your list of contacts by using the Contacts
app. To access your Contacts list: - Tap Add to enter additional entries.

- Tap Remove to remove an entry.
Contacts. - Tap Expand for additional fields.
Find a Contact
- Tap the label to the right of any entry to
choose a label for the field (for example,
You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find Home or Work).
one by name. 3. Tap SAVE.
Contacts. Edit a Contact
2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters When editing a contact, you can tap a field and
to find contacts that match. change or delete the information, or you can add
additional fields to the contact’s list of information.
– or –
Tap a letter on the side of the list to jump directly Contacts.
to that letter in the alphabetical list. You can also
press and slide across the alphabetical list to 2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap EDIT.
select a letter with better precision.
3. Tap any of the fields to add, change, or delete
information.
4. Tap SAVE.
Applications 30 Contacts
Share a Name Card Create a Shortcut to a Contact
When you share a name card, the contact’s You can create a shortcut to a contact on a Home
information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can screen to access their information directly from a
share a vCard via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct, attach it Home screen.
to a message, or save it to a storage location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
Contacts.
2. Touch and hold a contact to select it.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap MORE >
Share name card. 3. Tap MORE > Add shortcut to Home screen. The
new shortcut displays in an empty area of the
3. Choose a sharing method and follow the home screen.
prompts.
Delete Contacts
Link Contacts You can delete a single contact or choose multiple
When you have contacts from various sources contacts to delete.
(Gmail, Facebook, and so on), you may have
multiple similar entries for a single contact. Contacts 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
lets you link multiple entries into a single contact. Contacts.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Touch and hold on a contact to select it. You can
Contacts. also tap the checkbox at the top of the screen to
select all.
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap
Linked contacts. 3. Tap DELETE.
3. Tap LINK ANOTHER CONTACT, and then select

contacts to link to the original contact.
Favorites
4. Tap LINK.
When you mark contacts as favorites, they are
easily accessible from other apps. Favorites display
Unlink Contacts together on the Favorites tab in Contacts.
Contacts. Mark Contacts as Favorites
2. Tap the contact to display it, and then tap 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Linked contacts. Contacts.
3. Tap Separate beside contacts to unlink them 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
from the main contact. Favorite (the star turns gold ).
Remove Contacts from Favorites

Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Favorite (the gold color is removed ).
Groups Add Contacts to a Group
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
device comes with preloaded groups, and you can Contacts.
create your own. You might create a group for your 2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group.
family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it
easy to find contacts, and you can send messages 3. Tap ADD, and then tap the contacts you want
to the members of a group. to add.
4. Tap DONE.
Create a Group
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Send an Email to a Group
Contacts. You can send an email to members of a group.
2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap ADD.
3. Tap fields to enter information about the group: Contacts.
• Tap Create group in [location] to choose 2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group.
where to save the group. You can save it to a
3. Tap MORE > Send email.
specific account, to the device memory, or to
all accounts. Tap entries to select or unselect 4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap the selected
them. checkbox at the top of the screen to select all,
and then tap DONE. Only group members that
• Tap Group name to enter a name for the new
have email addresses in their records are shown.
group.
5. Choose an account and follow the prompts.
• Tap Add member and select contacts to add
to the new group, and then tap DONE.
Delete a Group
4. Tap SAVE.
Preset groups, such as Family, cannot be deleted.
Rename a Group 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Contacts.
Contacts. 2. Tap GROUPS.
2. Tap GROUPS, and then tap a group. 3. Tap DELETE.
3. Tap MORE > Edit group and enter a new name. 4. Tap the group category to open.
4. Tap SAVE. 5. Tap the groups to select them or tap the Select
group checkbox at the top of the screen to
select all
6. Tap DELETE.
7. Tap Group only to only delete the group or tap
Groups and members to delete the groups and
the contacts in the groups.
Contact Settings
associated with using the Contacts app.

Contacts.
2. Tap MORE > Settings > Contacts.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen
instructions.
Email
Use the Email app to view and Manage Your Email Accounts
manage all your email accounts You can view email you receive for all accounts on
in one application. the Combined view screen or you can view email
accounts individually.
To access Email: 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.

► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. 2. Tap the drop down menu at the top left of the
screen to view the current account mailbox.
3. Tap on the account name to view:
Configure Email Accounts
• Combined view: View all email in a combined
You can configure Email for most accounts in just a inbox.
few steps.
• [Account Name]: View email for only one
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email. email account.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your
email account.
Delete Email Accounts
To add additional accounts:
To delete an Email account:
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Email.
3. Tap Add account.
3. Tap the account you want to remove.
The device communicates with the appropriate
server to set up your account and synchronize your 4. Tap REMOVE. Confirm by tapping REMOVE on
email. When complete, your email appears in the the prompt.
Inbox for the account.
Note: To configure email account settings at any

time, tap MORE > Settings. Tap the email account to
Email Settings
display its settings. These settings allow you to modify settings
associated with using the Email app.

Refresh Your Email Account
Refresh your account to update your email
accounts. 3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen
instructions.
2. Tap Refresh.
Applications 34 Email
Galaxy Apps
Samsung Galaxy Apps is a

free storefront that provides
a quick and easy way to find
and download apps that are
compatible with your Galaxy
device.
Galaxy Essentials is a collection
of specially chosen applications
available through Samsung
Apps.
From Galaxy Essentials, you
can access and download a
collection of premium content,
free of charge.
To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website:
Galaxy Apps.
To access Galaxy Essentials:

1. Swipe across the Galaxy Apps screen and then
tap Galaxy Essentials.
– or –
Swipe across the Home screens and locate and
tap the Galaxy Essentials widget.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to download
Galaxy Essentials apps specially chosen from
Samsung Apps.
Note: A Samsung account is required to purchase
and download apps.
Applications 35 Galaxy Apps

Gallery
View, edit, and manage pictures Play Videos

and videos. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.
Note: Some functions described in this section 2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
are only available if there are images or videos in 3. Tap a video to view it.
the Gallery.
4. Tap Play to play a video.
View Images and Videos

Edit Images
Launching Gallery displays available folders. When
another application, such as Email, saves an image, 1. While viewing an image, tap the screen once to
a Download folder is automatically created to see the image options.
contain the image. Likewise, capturing a screenshot 2. Tap Edit to view and use the editing tools.
automatically creates a Screenshots folder.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Gallery.

2. Tap the drop down menu in the upper left
Image Options
corner, and then tap Time, Albums, Events, or While viewing an image:
Categories to choose the way items display.
► Tap MORE:
3. To create a new album, tap Albums, and then tap
MORE > Create album. • Details: Information about the picture or video
such as title, type, size, and so on.
4. To launch the Camera app, tap CAMERA.
• Slideshow: Start a slideshow with the images
5. When in Albums view, tap an album to open it. and videos in the current folder.
6. Tap an image or video to view it in full screen • Set as contact picture: Set the image as a
mode. Scroll left or right to view the next or contact’s photo.
previous image or video.
• Set as wallpaper: Set the image as wallpaper.
Zoom In and Out
Use one of the following methods to zoom in or out
on an image:
• Double-tap anywhere on the screen to zoom in or

zoom out.
• Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in.

Pinch the screen to zoom out.
Applications 36 Gallery
Share Images and Videos
Use one of the following methods:

2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap MORE > Share.
4. Tap images to select them, and then tap SHARE.
5. Tap a sharing service and follow the prompts to
send the image or images.
Deleting Images and Videos

2. Tap a folder or category to open it.
3. Tap MORE > Edit.
4. Tap images and videos to select them.
5. Tap DELETE.
Applications 37 Gallery
Internet
Access the Internet with a fully Browser Tabs

featured web browser. Use tabs to view multiple web pages at the same
time.
To open a new tab:

Access the Internet
► Tap New tab.
Internet. To close a window:
► Tap Close tab on the tab.
Command Keys and Options

The following command keys and options are Bookmarks
available on the browser window:
To bookmark the current web page:
• Back or Back key to return to the
1. Tap BOOKMARKS > ADD.
previous page.
2. Type a title for the bookmark and tap SAVE.
• Forward to go forward to a recent page.
• Refresh to refresh or reload the current To open a bookmarked web page:

Web page. ► Tap BOOKMARKS and tap an entry.
• HOME to display your Internet Home screen.

• BOOKMARKS to manage bookmarked pages, Saved Pages
saved pages, and browsing history.
To save a web page:
► Tap MORE > Save web page.
View a Web Site
To view a list of saved web pages:
To view a web site:
► Tap BOOKMARKS > SAVED PAGES.
► Tap the address field, enter the web address,
and then tap Go on the keyboard.
To zoom in or out:
History
► Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to To view a list of recently visited web pages:
zoom out and stretch the screen to zoom in.
► Tap BOOKMARKS > History.
Applications 38 Internet
Share Pages
To share a web page address with others:
► Tap MORE > Share and follow the prompts.
Secret Mode
Pages viewed in secret mode do not appear
within 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.
Note: Any downloaded files will remain on your device

after you close a secret tab.
To open a new secret tab:

► Tap MORE > New secret tab.
Internet Settings
associated with using the Internet app.

Internet.
3. Tap an option and follow the onscreen
instructions.
Applications 39 Internet
Memo
Use the Memo app to write and Memo Options

save notes on your device. ► While browsing memos, tap MORE for the
following options:
• Edit: Select notes to delete or move.

Compose a Memo • Share: Share memos.
1. Tap Apps > Memo.
• Manage categories: Create and manage
2. Tap New memo and type a memo. categories to organize your memos.
• To change the category, tap Category.
• To insert an image into the memo, tap

Image.
• To use your voice to insert text into the memo,

tap Voice.
• To add tasks, tap Tasks.

3. When finished creating your memo, tap SAVE.
Manage Memos
1. Tap Apps > Memo.
2. Tap a memo entry to open it.
3. To edit a memo, tap the content of the memo.
4. To delete memos, tap MORE > Edit, select
memos, and tap DELETE.
5. To send a memo to others, tap MORE > Share,
select a memo, and then select a method to
share the memo.
Browse Memos
1. Tap Apps > Memo.
2. Browse memo entries by scrolling up or down.
3. To search for a memo, tap SEARCH.
Applications 40 Memo
Music Player
Add songs to
the Queue
More options
Playback position
Mark as favorite Volume

Elapsed playing time Length of song
Repeat mode for the
Shuffle songs
song or playlist
Rewind song or go
Scan forward or
to previous song
go to next song
Pause/Play
Listen to your favorite songs Listen to Music

with the Music player. Navigate 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Music.
through your music library, play 2. Tap a library category at the top of the screen to
songs, and create customized view your music files.
playlists. 3. Scroll through the list of songs and tap an entry

to begin playback.
Applications 41 Music Player

My Files
Access files stored on your To view files in My Files:
device, including images, videos, 1. From a Home screen, tap

My Files.
Apps >
songs, and sound clips. 2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or
folders.
To access the My Files app:
3. Tap a file or folder to open it.
My Files.
My Files Options
On the main My Files screen, the following options
File Groups are available:
Files stored in the device are organized into the
following groups: • SEARCH: Search for a file or folder.
• Recent files: View recently accessed files. • MORE: Tap for the following options:
Category: Files are grouped in the following • Edit: Edit files shown in Recent files.
categories:
• Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent
files category.
• Images: View image files.
• Videos: View video files. • Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal

hidden files.
• Audio: View music and sound files.
• STORAGE USAGE: Tap to view memory
• Documents: View document files. information for your device.
• Download history: View all apps and files that

have been downloaded to the device.
• Local storage: View folders and files in their

storage locations.
• Device storage: View folders and files located

on the device.
• Cloud storage: Contains shortcuts to FTP servers

or other cloud storage locations that you have
added.
• Google Drive: Sign in to view folders and files

located in your Google Drive account.
Applications 42 My Files
Category Options
After tapping on a category, the following options
are available:
• SEARCH: Search for a file in the selected

category.
• VIEW AS: Change the appearance of the files or

folders.
• MORE: Tap for the following options:

• Edit: Select files or folders.
• Share: Select files to share.
• Sort by: Change the sort order of the files.
• Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal
hidden files.
Options for Selected Files and

Folders
► Tap MORE > Edit, select a file or folder, and then
use one of these functions:
• DELETE: Delete files or folders.
• MORE: Select one of the following options:
- Move: Move files or folders to another

folder.
- Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder
- Rename: Rename a file or folder. This

option only appears when just one file or
folder is selected.
- Add shortcut on Home screen: Add a

shortcut the Home screen.
- Compress: Create a zip folder containing

the selected files. This option only appears
in Local Storage categories. A selected zip
folder has the additional options of Extract
and Extract to current folder.
- Details: View details of the selected file(s)

or folder(s).
Applications 43 My Files
Video Player
List videos
Video file More options
name
Playback Adjust volume

position
Elapsed Length of video
playing time
Move Move
controls left
controls right
Change
Pop-up player
screen ratio
Rewind
Scan forward or
video or go go to next video
to previous
video Pause / Play
Play and manage videos stored Use Pop-Up Player

on your device. Multi-task with Pop-Up Player —transform your video
player into a pop-up window. The video will continue
to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or
To access Video: moved anywhere on the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video.
2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device.
2. Tap a video to view it, and then tap Pop-up to
3. Tap a video to view it. continue playing the video in a floating window.
• Drag the window to any location on the screen.
• Use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize

the floating window.
Applications 44 Video Player

Settings
Configure your device’s How to Use Settings
connections and settings, To access Settings:
add accounts, and customize ► From a Home screen, tap Apps >
the home screen, apps, and Settings.
features. – or –
From a Home screen, drag down from the
• Some options use an ON/OFF button to turn Status Bar to display the Notification Panel,
the option on ( ) or off ( ).
and then tap Settings.
• For some options, you must tap a field,
such as Email address, to display and set
options. Search for Settings
• Some options are enabled or disabled by If you are not sure exactly where to find a
tapping a checkbox. When enabled, a certain setting, you can use the Setting search
check mark displays. Tap the check mark to feature.
remove it and disable the option.
Settings.
2. Tap SEARCH.
• Enter a word or words in the Search

box. As you type, settings that match will
appear on the screen.
• Tap an entry to go to that setting.

Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain Manually Connect to a

types of Wireless Local Area Wi-Fi Network
Networks (WLAN). Wi-Fi 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
communication requires access Settings.
to a Wireless Access Point 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
(WAP). 3. Tap MORE > Add network.

4. Enter information about the Wi-Fi network:
• Network name: Enter the name of the Wi-Fi

Turn Wi-Fi On or Off network.
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover • Security: Select a security option and enter
and connect to compatible in-range WAPs. your password.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Show advanced options: Tap if you need to
Settings. add advanced options such as Proxy settings,
IP settings, or Key management.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on
or off. 5. Tap CONNECT to store the new information and
connect to your target WAP.
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi

Network
Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
When Wi-Fi is first turned on, your device will
automatically scan for available networks and
display them.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
When you select an open network, you are
automatically connected to the network.
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
Settings 46 Wi-Fi Settings

Wi-Fi Options
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many
of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.

Settings.
3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct to configure a Wi-Fi Direct
connection with a nearby device.
4. Tap MORE for options:
• Add network: Manually add a Wi-Fi network.
• WPS push button: Set up a connection to a

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other
equipment.
• WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your

device to set up a PIN-secured connection
to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not
configurable).
• Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to

disconnect from Wi-Fi.
• Always allow scanning: Allow Google location

service and other apps to scan for networks,
even when Wi-Fi is turned off.
• Install network certificates: Install
authentication certificates.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators

Status Bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection
status:
• When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and

communicating with a Wireless Access Point
(WAP), displays.
• If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device

is not connected to it, displays. It may also
display if there is a communication issue with the
target Wireless Access Point (WAP).
Settings 47 Wi-Fi Settings

Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct

device-to-device connections via
Wi-Fi, without having to connect
to a Wi-Fi network.
Settings.
Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically
scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices.
4. After scanning for devices, select a device,
and then follow the prompts to complete the
connection.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator

When your device is connected to another device
using Wi-Fi Direct, displays in the Status Bar.
Settings 48 Wi-Fi Direct

Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range Pair Bluetooth Devices

communications technology that The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to
allows you to connect wirelessly establish trusted connections between your device
and another Bluetooth device.
to a number of Bluetooth
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time
devices, such as headsets process. Once a pairing is created, the devices
and hands-free car Bluetooth will continue to recognize their partnership and
exchange information without having to re-enter a
systems, and Bluetooth-enabled passcode.
computers, printers, and wireless 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
devices. Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn
Note: The Bluetooth communication range is
Bluetooth on.
approximately 30 feet.
3. Make sure that the target device is discoverable
so that your device can find it. Refer to the
Turn Bluetooth On or Off instructions that came with the device to find out
how to set it to discoverable mode.
4. Tap SCAN. Your device will start to scan for
Settings.
Bluetooth devices within range.
5. When you see the name of the target device
Bluetooth on or off.
displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap
the name. Your device then automatically tries to
pair with the target device. If automatic pairing
Scan for Bluetooth Devices fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target
device.
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth
device, you can scan for nearby devices that are Note: Due to different specifications and features
visible. of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and
operations may be different, and functions such as
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > transfer or exchange may not be possible with all
Settings. Bluetooth-compatible devices.
Bluetooth on.
3. When Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for
nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
To manually perform a new scan:

► Tap SCAN.
Settings 49 Bluetooth
Delete a Paired Device (Unpairing)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two
devices will no longer recognize each other. To
connect again, you’d need to pair the devices.

Settings.
Bluetooth on.
3. From the Bluetooth settings screen, tap
Settings next to the previously paired device,
and then tap Unpair to delete the paired device.
Bluetooth Status Indicators

When Bluetooth is turned on, displays in the
Status Bar.
Settings 50 Bluetooth
Airplane Mode
Airplane mode disconnects your

device from all networks and
turns off connectivity features,
such as Wi-Fi.
While in airplane mode, you
can use other features, such as
playing music, watching videos,
and other online applications.
Settings.
2. Tap Airplane mode.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option.
Note: You can also control Airplane mode from
the Device options menu. Press and hold the
Power/Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode.
Settings 51 Airplane Mode

Data Usage
Monitor your mobile data usage.

Note: Your service provider may account for data
usage differently.

Settings > Data usage for the following
information:
• Data usage cycle: Tap the drop-down menu,

and then choose a time period for data usage.
Data usage for the period displays on the
graph, along with usage by application below.
• By application: View data usage by
application.
2. Tap MORE for the following options:

• Restrict networks: Select Wi-Fi networks
that are mobile hotspots. You can restrict
apps from using these networks, and you can
configure apps to warn you before using these
networks for large downloads.
Settings 52 Data Usage

Printing
Print images and documents

to Samsung printers and
other compatible printers
(not included).
Settings.
2. Tap More connection settings > Printing.
3. Tap a print service and follow the prompts.
Note: Tap Download plug-in to install additional print
service drivers.
Settings 53 Printing
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
You can set up and configure

Virtual Private Networks on your
device.
Note: You must set a screen lock PIN or password
before setting up a VPN. For more information, see
Lock Screen and Security.
Add a VPN
Settings.
2. Tap More connection settings > VPN.
3. Tap ADD VPN and follow the prompts to set up
your VPN.
Connect to a VPN
Settings.
3. Tap the VPN, enter your log in information, and
tap CONNECT.
Edit or Delete a VPN

Settings.
3. Touch and hold the VPN that you want to edit or
delete.
Settings 54 Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

Ethernet Connection
Manage your Ethernet

connections.
Settings > More connection settings.
2. Tap Ethernet and follow the prompts to connect
to an Ethernet network.
Settings 55 Ethernet Connection

Sounds and Notifications
Configure the sounds and Adjust the Volume

vibrations used to indicate Set the system volume level, and set default volume
notifications, screen touches, for call ringtones, notifications, and other audio.
and other activities. Tip: You can also set System volume from the home
screen by pressing the Volume key.

Change the Sound Mode Settings.
You can switch between sound modes, while 2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Volume.
preserving the individual sound settings you have 3. Drag the sliders to set the default volume for:
made.
• Ringtone
Settings. • Notifications
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound mode, • System

and then choose a mode:
• Sound: Your device uses the sounds,

Ringtones and Sound
vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen
in Sound settings for notifications and alerts.
Change the Notification Sound
• Mute: Your device mutes all sounds and
Choose a sound for notifications, such as for new
notifications.
messages and event reminders.

Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and
sounds > Default notification sound.
3. Tap a sound to preview it, and select it.
Settings 56 Sounds and Notifications

Set Notification Sounds for Samsung Other Advanced Options
Applications 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Choose notification alerts for new messages, Settings.
calendar events, and email.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound quality
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > and effects.
Settings. 3. Tap ON/OFF to enable each option:
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and
sounds, and tap to configure each option:
• SoundAlive+: Recreate the effects of rich
surround sound.
• Calendar: Configure event notifications.
• Tube Amp: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube
• Email: Configure email account notifications. amplifier.
System Sounds
Set various system sound options.
Do Not Disturb
This setting allows you to block all notifications
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > and alerts. The options below determine what
Settings. notifications can make sounds, and during what time
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Ringtones and periods you want to enter this mode.
sounds, and tap to enable each option:
To activate Do Not Disturb mode:
• Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or
tap the screen to make selections.
Settings.
• Screen lock sounds: Play a sound when you
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Do not disturb.
unlock the screen.
3. Tap ON/OFF to enable this option.
• Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the
Samsung keyboard is tapped.
Allow Exceptions
This option lets you customize what notifications are
Sound Quality and Effects allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode.
Choose from advanced sound options to customize 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
your audio experience. Settings.
Adapt Sound
3. Tap Allow exceptions, and tap ON/OFF to
Find the best sound setting for your preferences enable the exceptions you want to allow.
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Sound quality
and effects.
3. Tap Adapt Sound and follow the prompts to
customize your sound settings.

Set Schedule
This option allows you to turn Do not disturb mode
on and off automatically at scheduled times.
Note: Scheduling is not available if Do not disturb

mode has been turned on manually.

Settings.
3. Tap Set schedule, and set the Days, Start time,
and End time.
Notifications on Lock Screen

Choose what notifications can display while the
device is locked.

Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > Notifications
on lock screen, and choose an option:
• Show content
• Hide content
• Do not show notifications
App Notifications
Settings.
2. Tap Sounds and notifications > App
notifications, and choose an app to enable or
disable notifications.

Display Settings
Adjust display options and

features, including the wallpaper,
Multi window, screen brightness,
and font options.
Adjust the Screen Brightness

Adjust the screen brightness to suit your
surroundings or personal preference. You may also
want to adjust screen brightness to conserve battery
power.

Settings > Display.
2. Tap Brightness for options:
• Tap Auto to allow the device to adjust
brightness automatically.
• To set a custom brightness level, clear the

Automatic brightness check mark and drag the
Brightness slider.
Note: You can also control Brightness from the
Notification panel. Drag down the Status Bar at the top
of the screen to find the Brightness options.
Change the Font Style and Size

You can set the font style and size for all text that
displays on the screen.

Settings > Display.
2. Tap Font to choose a font style and font size.
• Drag the slider to adjust the font size.
• Tap a font style to select a font, or tap
Download fonts to find new fonts from
Galaxy Apps.
3. Tap OK to set the font size and style.
Settings 59 Display Settings

Set the Screen Timeout Delay Daydream (Screen Saver)
Choose how long the display screen remains lit after The Daydream setting controls what the screen
you tap the screen or press any key. displays when the device is docked (dock not
included), or while charging. You can choose to
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > display colors, or display photos stored on your
Settings > Display. device.
2. Tap Screen timeout, and then choose a time 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
period. Settings > Display.
2. Tap Daydream. Tap ON/OFF to turn Daydream
Smart Stay on. Configure options:
Using the front camera to detect your face, the • Colors: Tap the selector to display a changing
screen of colors.
screen will not time out as long as you are facing
the screen. • Google Photos: Display pictures from your
Google Photos account. Tap Settings for
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > options.
Settings > Display.
2. Tap Display > Smart stay to turn the feature on. • Photo Frame: Display pictures in a photo
frame. Tap Settings for options.
• Photo Table: Display pictures in a photo table.

Select a Screen Mode Tap Settings for options.
3. Tap MORE > Preview to see a demonstration of
Choose a screen mode to match your type of
Daydream.
viewing. You can choose to have the device
automatically adapt the display depending on the 4. Tap MORE > Select when to daydream to
type of image being displayed, and other criteria chose an option.
such as battery level.

Settings > Display.
2. Tap Screen mode, and then choose a screen
mode.
• To have your device automatically optimize

the display to match the type of image being
displayed and other criteria, such as battery
level, tap Adapt display.
– or –
Choose a specific type of screen mode based
on what your are viewing.
Settings 60 Display Settings

Motions and Gestures
Control certain device actions

by touching the screen with the
palm of your hand.
Settings.
2. Tap Motions and gestures
3. Tap an option and tap ON/OFF to enable each of
the following:
• Mute: Mute sounds and video by covering the

screen with your hand.
• Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of

the screen when you sweep your hand left or
right across the screen.
Settings 61 Motions and Gestures

Application Manager
You can download and install 2. Tap DOWNLOADED to view a list of all the
downloaded applications on your device.
new applications on your device.
Use Application manager • To switch the order of the DOWNLOADED list,
tap MORE > Sort by size or Sort by name.
settings to manage your • To reset all of your application preferences,
downloaded and preloaded tap MORE > Reset app preferences.
applications. • Tap an application to view and update

information about the application, including
Warning: Because this device can be configured memory usage, default settings, and
with system software not provided by or supported permissions. The following options are
by Google or any other company, end-users operate displayed:
these devices at their own risk.
- FORCE STOP: Stop an app that is
misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping
Memory Usage an app, process, or service causes your
See how memory is being used by Downloaded or device to stop working correctly.
Running applications.
- INSTALL/UNINSTALL: Delete the
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > application from the device or uninstall
Settings > Applications >
updates made to apps that cannot be
Application manager.
deleted.
2. Swipe across the screen to display - DISABLE: Disable apps that cannot be
DOWNLOADED, SD CARD, RUNNING, deleted.
DISABLED, or ALL to display memory usage for
that category of applications.
- MOVE TO SD CARD: Move the app to an
optional SD card (if installed) to free up
The graph on the DOWNLOADED tab shows space on your tablet.
used and free device memory. SD CARD shows
used and free memory on an optional SD card
- CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from
memory.
(if installed). The graph on the RUNNING tab
shows used and free RAM. DISABLED shows any - CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s
apps you have disabled from the Apps list. temporary memory storage.
- CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s

Downloaded Apps customization.
Displays apps you have downloaded onto your - Permissions: View information about the
device. application’s access to your device and
data.
Settings 62 Application Manager

Running Services - FORCE STOP: Stop an app that is
misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping
View and control services running on your device. an app, process, or service causes your
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > device to stop working correctly.
- ENABLE: This will move the application

back to the Apps screen.
2. Tap RUNNING to view a list of running services.
- MOVE TO SD CARD: Move the app to an
All the applications that are currently running on optional SD card (if installed) to free up
the device display. space on your tablet.
3. Tap SHOW CACHED PROCESSES to display - CLEAR DATA: Clear application data from
all the cached processes that are running. Tap memory.
SHOW SERVICES IN USE to switch back.
- CLEAR CACHE: Clear an application’s
4. Tap one of the applications to view application temporary memory storage.
information.
- CLEAR DEFAULTS: Clear an application’s
customization.
• STOP: Stops the application from running
on the device. This is usually done prior to
uninstalling the application. (Not all services
- Permissions: View information about the
application’s access to your device and
can be stopped. Stopping services may have data.
undesirable consequences on the application
or Android System.) Note: Options vary by application.
• REPORT: Report failure and other application

information.
Note: Options vary by application.
Disabled Apps
View and configure disabled apps on your device.
Note: This screen only appears if you have disabled

an app on the Apps list.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >

Applications > Application manager.
2. Tap DISABLED to view a list of applications you
have disabled.
• To switch the order of the DISABLED list, tap

MORE > Sort by size or Sort by date.
• To reset all of your application preferences,

tap MORE > Reset app preferences.
• Tap an application to view and update

information about the application, including
memory usage, default settings, and
permissions. The following options are
displayed:
Settings 63 Application Manager

Default Applications
If you have multiple applications

of the same type, such as email
apps, you can select one app to
be the default.
You can also use a simpler
Home screen which provides
an easier user experience for
first-time users.
Default Applications.
2. Tap Home and select a Home screen mode:
• TouchWiz easy home: Provides an easier user

experience for the first-time tablet users.
• TouchWiz home: The Home screen that
originally displays on your device.
3. To clear defaults you have set up, tap CLEAR.
Settings 64 Default Applications

Applications Settings Shortcuts
Shortcuts to the settings for

various apps are available in one
convenient location.
To quickly access the settings for Calendar, Camera,
Contacts, Email, Internet, Music, or Weather.

Settings > Applications.
2. Under Application settings, tap one of the
following to display the settings for the selected
app:
• Calendar
• Camera
• Contacts
• Email
• Internet
• Music
• Weather
Settings 65 Applications Settings Shortcuts

Users
Share this tablet with multiple Use User Profiles

people by creating User To access the device with a user profile, select a
accounts. profile at the top right of the locked screen.
Users have their own space,

which they can customize with
Owner New New New
their own apps, wallpaper, and user 1 user 2 user 3
so on. Users can also adjust You can also switch between users by sliding down
settings like Wi-Fi which affect the Notification Panel and tapping the current User.
everyone. For more information, see Notification Panel.
Restricted profiles allow only Change User Account

limited access to apps and
Nicknames and Photo IDs
content.
The photo and name each user uses in their
personal Contact entry is used as their User ID and
name.
Set Up User Profiles
To change their ID photo and name, each user
Set up user profiles and then select one when can edit their personal Contact entry. For more
unlocking the device to use personalized settings. information, see Edit a Contact.

Settings.
2. Tap Users.
3. To add a new user or profile, tap Add user or
profile.
Deleting a User or Profile

Settings.
2. Tap Users.
3. Tap Delete next to a User profile to delete it.
Note: Only the Device Owner can delete other User
accounts.
Settings 66 Users
Wallpaper Settings
Change the look of the home

and lock screens with wallpaper.
You can display a favorite picture
or choose from preloaded
wallpapers.
Settings.
2. Tap Wallpaper, and then choose Home screen,
Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
3. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap
Set wallpaper.
• Tap From Gallery to select an image from the

Gallery (if any are available).
Settings 67 Wallpaper Settings

Lock Screen and Security
Choose a method for unlocking Screen Lock Options

your screen. Different Screen • Unlock effect: Set the visual effect used when
unlocking the screen. (This option is available
Locks have different levels of with Swipe only.)
security and options. • Show information: Show the dual clock, or
information such as the weather information,
on the lock screen.
Set a Screen Lock • Secure lock settings: Set the following secure
lock functions:
Settings. - Lock automatically: Set the time after
the screen is turned off to enable the
2. Tap Lock screen. screen lock.
3. Tap Screen lock to select a screen lock and
level of security: - Lock instantly with power key: Tap the
ON/OFF switch to enable or disable locking
• Swipe: Swipe the screen to unlock it. This the screen immediately when pressing the
option provides no security. Power key.
• Pattern: A screen unlock pattern is a tap - Smart Lock: Set your device to stay
gesture you create and use to unlock your unlocked when you have trusted devices
device. This option provides medium security. connected or when it’s in a trusted place.
• PIN: Select a PIN to use for unlocking the Note: Options vary based on the screen lock type.
screen. This option provides medium to high
security.
• Password: Create a password for unlocking Device Security

the screen. This option provides high security. Configure security for your device.

Show or Hide Sensitive Settings.
Notification Content 2. Tap Lock screen and security >

Device security.
After choosing, you can select whether to show
or hide sensitive notification content on the lock 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to activate KNOX active
screen. protection on your device.
1. Tap Show content, Hide content, or Do not

show notifications.
2. Tap DONE.
Settings 68 Lock Screen and Security

Find My Mobile Other Security Settings
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your
device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be Encrypt Your Data
deleted remotely. Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your
device each time you power it on.
► To access your device remotely,
visit findmymobile.samsung.com. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account and Settings.
enable Google location service to use Find My Mobile. 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security
settings > Encrypt device, and follow the
prompts to encrypt all data on your device.
Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen and security > View Passwords
Find My Mobile.
Display password characters briefly as you type
• If you are not logged in to your Samsung them.
account, tap Add account and follow the
prompts. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
3. The following options are available:
2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security
• Remote controls: Tap to activate or deactivate settings > Make passwords visible to turn the
Remote controls, which allows you to access feature on.
your device remotely.
• Google location service: Tap to activate Security Update Service

or deactivate Google location service. This Automatically receive security updates.
service must be on in order to find your
device. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
• SIM change alert: Prevent unauthorized
changes to your SIM card by being alerted 2. Tap Lock screen and security > Other security
whenever an app or service attempts to settings > for the following Security update
change data on your SIM card. service options:
• Security policy updates: Automatically or

manually check for security policy updates.
Unknown Sources
Enable installation of non-Google Play applications.
• Send security reports: Send security reports
to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.
Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen and security >
Unknown sources to enable this option.
Warning: Enabling installation of third-party
applications can cause your device and personal data
to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
Settings 69 Lock Screen and Security

Location Settings
Some apps, such as Google Location Services

maps, may require one or more Google uses Location Reporting to store and use
location services be turned on your device’s most recent location data. Google
apps, such as Google Maps, can use this data to
for full functionality. improve your search results based on places that
you have visited.

Locating Method Settings > Privacy and safety > Location.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > 2. Tap ON/OFF to turn on Location services.
Settings > Privacy and safety > Location.
3. Tap Google Location Reporting for options:
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Location services on.
• Location Reporting: Allow Google apps to
3. Tap Mode to select how your location is use your device’s most recent location data.
determined:
• Location History: Allow Google to store a
• High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile history of your location data. Tap DELETE
networks. LOCATION HISTORY to permanently delete
your location history.
• Power saving: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks
(no GPS).
• GPS only: Use GPS only.
Recent Location Requests

Apps that have requested your location are listed
under Recent location requests.

Settings > Privacy and safety > Location.
2. Tap ON/OFF to turn Location services on.
3. Tap an entry to view the app’s settings.
Settings 70 Location Settings

Private Mode
Hide personal content from

being accessed by anyone else
using your device.
Private mode is only available for
certain applications.
Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Fingerprint,
or Password) is required to use Private Mode.
Set Up Private Mode

Settings > Privacy and safety.
2. Tap Private mode.
3. If prompted, configure a secure lock screen. The
following options are available in Private mode:
• Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Private mode

on or off.
• Tap Private mode access type to change the

lock screen type.
• Tap the ON/OFF switch for Auto off to enable

or disable this feature, which automatically
turns off Private mode when the screen turns
off.
Settings 71 Private Mode

Report Diagnostic Info
This feature sends diagnostic

information about your tablet
when you are having technical
problems.
Settings.
2. Tap Privacy and safety, and then tap ON/OFF
for Report diagnostic info to either enable or
disable this feature.
Settings 72 Report Diagnostic Info

Accessibility
Accessibility services are special • Negative colors: Reverse the display

of onscreen colors from White text on a
features to make using the Black background to Black text on a White
device easier for those with background.
certain physical disabilities. • Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the

screen if you are color blind or have difficulty
Note: You can download additional accessibility reading the display because of the screen
applications from the Google Play Store. color. Tap Color adjustment for options.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable
accessibility features in two quick steps. Tap
Settings.
ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
2. Tap Accessibility for options:
• Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred
Vision TTS engine and options. For more information,
see Text-To-Speech Options.
• Galaxy TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to
help blind and low-vision users. Hearing
- TalkBack can collect all of the text you • Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all
enter, except passwords, including personal notifications and audio.
data and credit card numbers. It may also
log your user interface interactions with the • Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung
subtitles with multimedia files when available
device.
Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.
• Galaxy TalkBack help: Tap for help on using
• Google subtitles (CC): Use Google subtitles
Galaxy TalkBack.
with multimedia files when available. Tap
• Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all Google subtitles (CC) for options.
times for privacy.
• Left/right sound balance: Use the slider to
• Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter set the Left and Right balance when using a
selection instead of double tapping. stereo device.
• Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud • Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to
as you enter your passwords. mono for use with one earphone.
• Font size: Set the font size.
• Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated

gestures such as triple-tapping, double
pinching, and dragging two fingers across the
screen.
• Magnifier window: Magnify content shown on

the screen.
• Grayscale: Change all colors to gray.
Settings 73 Accessibility
Dexterity and Interaction
• Universal switch: Control your device with
your customized switches.
• Assistant menu: Improve the device

accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
• Press and hold delay: Select a time interval

for this tap gesture.
• Interaction control: Block areas of the screen

from touch interaction. Disable Auto rotate
screen and hard key functions. Only show
application notifications in the Notification
Panel and the Status Bar.
More Settings
• Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping
in a series of four to eight directions.
• Direct access: Open your accessibility

settings by pressing the Home Key three times
in quick succession.
• Notification reminder: Beep at set intervals to

remind you of any unread notifications.
• Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms

and calendar events.
• Manage accessibility: Export your

accessibility settings and share them with
another device.
Services
• Additional accessibility apps may be
downloaded from the Google Play Store.
Certain accessibility services you install may
be configured here.
Settings 74 Accessibility
Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, Account Settings

including your Google Account, Each account has its own set of settings. In addition,
Samsung account, email, and you can configure common settings for all accounts
of the same type.
social networking accounts.
Note: Account settings and available features vary
between account types and service providers. Contact
Depending on the account, you your service provider for more information on your
can choose to synchronize your account’s settings.
calendar, contacts, and other 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
types of content.
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
• Tap an account to configure that account’s

Add an Account settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > • Tap Settings or other available options to
Settings. configure common settings for all accounts of
this type.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Tap one of the account types.
Delete an Account
4. Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and
set up the account. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
Synchronize Accounts 3. Tap the account, and then tap MORE >
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Remove account.
Settings.
3. Tap an account to view the sync settings for that
account.
4. Tap individual data items to sync.
Note: Sync options and the location of the sync
command differ depending on the account type.
Settings 75 Accounts
Backup and Reset
Back up your data to Google Factory Data Reset

servers. You can also reset your Return your device to its factory defaults.
device to its factory defaults. Warning: This action permanently erases ALL data
from the device, including Google or other account
1. Tap Backup and reset for options: settings, system and application data and settings,
downloaded applications, as well as your music,
• Samsung account: Configure backup and
photos, videos, and other files.
restore options using a Samsung account.
- Back up my data: Enable back up of your 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
device log, messages, and more through Settings.
your Samsung account.
2. Tap Backup and reset > Factory data reset.
- Restore: Use your Samsung account to
3. Tap RESET DEVICE and follow the prompts to
restore your backup data.
perform the reset.
• Google account: Configure backup and
restore options using a Google account.
- Backup account: Select a Google account

to be used as your backup account.
- Back up my data: Enable back up of

application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and
other settings to Google servers.
- Automatic restore: Enable automatic

restoration of settings from Google servers.
When enabled, backed-up settings are
restored when you reinstall an application.
Settings 76 Backup and Reset

Language and Input Settings
Configure your device’s - Predictive text: Allow Predictive text to

suggest words matching your text entries,
language and input settings. and, optionally, complete common words
automatically. Predictive text can learn your
personal writing style from your contacts,
messages, Gmail, and social networking
Set Your Default Language sites — improving its accuracy of predicting
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > your text entries.
Settings. - Auto replace: Automatically replace
2. Tap Language and input > Language. misspelled words.
3. Select a language from the list. - Auto check spelling: Check spelling as you
type.
- Text shortcuts: Create shortcuts for your

Select Your Default Keyboard frequently used phrases.
or Input Method - Auto capitalize: Automatically capitalize the

first letter of each sentence.
Settings. - Auto spacing: Automatically insert spaces
between words.
2. Tap Language and input > Default keyboard.
- Auto punctuate: Automatically insert a full
3. Select a keyboard. stop by tapping the space bar twice.
Note: Additional keyboards can be downloaded from - Keyboard swipe: Configure keyboard swipe
the Google Play Store. to type by sliding your finger across the
keyboard.
• Key-tap feedback: Configure feedback

Samsung Keyboard Settings features for typing.
Configure options for using the Samsung keyboard. - Sound: Play a sound when you tap a key.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > - Character preview: Show a big character
Settings. bubble when a key is tapped.
2. Tap Language and input. • Other settings: Configure other keyboard
settings.
3. Tap Samsung keyboard for options:
- Adjust keyboard size: Adjust the size of
• Input languages: Choose which languages the keyboard on the screen. Tap RESET to
are available on the keyboard. Tap Select return to the default size.
input languages to add languages to the
keyboard. To switch between languages, slide - Reset settings: Reset all settings for the
the space bar sideways. Samsung keyboard.
• Smart typing: Select smart features to assist

your typing.
Settings 77 Language and Input Settings

Google Voice Typing Settings Text-To-Speech Options
Speak rather than type your text entries using Configure your Text-To-Speech (TTS) options. TTS
Google Voice Typing. is used for various accessibility features, such as
TalkBack. For more information, see Accessibility.
Settings. 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps >
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input.
2. Tap Language and input > Text-to-speech for
3. Tap Google voice typing for options: options:
• Choose input languages: Select languages
• Tap Settings next to the Samsung
for Google voice typing. text-to speech engine for options.
• Block offensive words: Hide words many
• Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text
people find offensive are in results of Google is spoken.
voice searches. Offensive words are replaced
in results with a placeholder (####). • Default language status: Display the default
language in use.
• Offline speech recognition: Download and
install speech recognition engines, allowing
you to use voice input while not connected to
the network. Mouse/Trackpad Settings
Configure settings for using an optional mouse or
trackpad (not included).
Voice Input
Use Google voice recognition to perform Google Settings.
searches using spoken commands.
2. Tap Language and input > Pointer speed.
To perform a voice search, tap in the Google
search bar or widget. Or say “Ok Google” to launch 3. Set the speed of the pointer by moving the slider
a Google search (if the hotword detection option is toward Slow or Fast.
enabled). 4. Tap OK to save.
Settings.
2. Tap Language and input > Voice input for
options.
3. Tap Enhanced Google services for full voice
interaction or Basic Google recognition for
simple voice recognition.
4. Tap Settings next to the selected option to
configure its options.
Settings 78 Language and Input Settings

Battery
View how battery power is used Apps and OS Usage

for device activities. Battery usage displays in percentages per
application.
Settings. 1. Tap Screen, Android System, Android OS, or
an app to view how they are affecting battery
2. Tap Battery for options: use.
• Power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to turn the 2. Tap Refresh to update the listing.
feature on, and customize options.
Note: Other applications may be running that affect
• Ultra power saving mode: Tap ON/OFF to battery use.
turn the feature on.
• Display battery percentage: Display the

battery charge percentage next to the battery
icon on the Status bar.
Battery Chart
The battery level displays as a percentage. The
amount of time the battery has been used also
displays.
► Tap the Battery chart to view History details.
Settings 79 Battery
Storage
View the device memory and Memory Card (SD Card)
usage, or mount, unmount, or Once an optional memory card (not included) has
format an optional memory card been installed in your device, the card memory
displays as Total space and Available space.
(not included).
Install a Memory Card
You can use an optional microSD or microSDHC
Device Memory card (not included) to add additional memory space
to your device.
View and manage the memory used by the device.

Settings.
2. Tap Storage.
• The Device memory displays Total space and

Available space.
• The amounts of memory used by Applications,

Pictures and videos, Audio, Downloads,
Cached data, and Miscellaneous files are also
displayed.
To increase available memory:

1. Open the microSD card slot cover and turn to
1. Tap Cached data to clear all cached data for all expose the slot.
apps. Tap OK to confirm.
2. With the gold contacts facing down, carefully
2. Tap Miscellaneous files, select unnecessary slide the memory card into the slot, pushing
files (or tap SELECT ALL), and then gently until it clicks into place.
tap DELETE.
3. Close the microSD card slot cover.
Settings 80 Storage
Mount a Memory Card Format an SD Card
When you install an optional memory card, it is Warning: When formatting an SD card, you should
automatically mounted (connected to the device) backup your music and photo files that are stored on
and prepared for use. However, should you unmount the card because formatting the SD card deletes all
the card without removing it from the device, you will the stored data.
need to mount it before it can be accessed.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Format SD card and follow the
2. Tap Storage > Mount SD card. prompts.
Unmount an SD Card
To prevent damage to information stored on the
memory card, always unmount the card before
removing it from the device.
Unmounting an SD card may stop some applications

from functioning until you mount the SD card again.

Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Unmount SD card.
Remove a Memory Card

Warning: To prevent damage to information stored on
the memory card, unmount the card before removing
it from the device.

Settings.
2. Tap Storage > Unmount SD card.
3. Open the memory card slot cover and turn to
expose the slot.
4. Gently press inward on the memory card so that
it pops out from the slot, and carefully pull the
card out.
5. Close the memory card slot cover.
Settings 81 Storage
Accessories
Configure options when using a

cover (not included).
Settings.
2. Tap Accessories for options:
• Automatic unlock: Unlock the screen when

the cover is opened (and secure lock is
turned off).
Settings 82 Accessories
Date and Time Settings
By default, your device receives

date and time information from
the wireless network.
When you are outside network
coverage, you may want to
set date and time information
manually using the date and time
settings.
Settings.
2. Tap Date and time.
3. Set the date, time, time zone, time format, and
date format.
Settings 83 Date and Time Settings

About Your Device
View information about your

device, including status, legal
information, hardware and
software versions, and a tutorial.
Settings.
2. Tap About device, and then tap items for more
details:
• Software update: Check for and install
available software updates.
• Status: View the status of the battery, network,

and other information about your device.
• Legal information: View your device’s open

source licenses and Google legal information.
• Device name: View and change your device’s

name.
• Additional device information includes the

Model number, Android version, Build number,
and more.
Software Update
Use Software update to update your device’s
software.

Settings.
2. Tap About device > Software update.
3. Follow the prompts to check for available
software updates to download and install.
Settings 84 About Your Device

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Getting Started .................................................................1

Front View ........................................................................... 2

Back View ........................................................................... 3

Assemble Your Device ............................................... 4

Set Up Your Device ...................................................... 5

Set Up Accounts on Your Device ........................ 6

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) .........................54

Know Your Device.........................................................7

Ethernet Connection ..................................................55

Sounds and Notifications........................................56

Status Bar .........................................................................11

Display Settings ............................................................59

Navigation, Motions, and Gestures ..................12

Motions and Gestures...............................................61

Notification Panel .........................................................13

Multi Window ..................................................................14

Default Applications ...................................................64

Enter Text ..........................................................................16

Applications Settings Shortcuts..........................65

Apps Screen ...................................................................19

Google Applications ..................................................21

Other Applications ......................................................23

Camera and Video ......................................................27

Galaxy Apps ...................................................................35

Music Player ....................................................................41

Video Player ....................................................................44

Learn about your mobile

Recent apps Back

Getting Started 2 Front View

Microphone Rear camera

MicroSD card slot

Getting Started 3 Back View

assemble your device.

Install a Memory Card

Note: A memory card can be installed at any time; it

For more information on installing a memory card,

► For a quick check of your battery level, view the

Getting Started 4 Assemble Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off Secure Your Device

► To unlock your device, press the Power/Lock

Getting Started 5 Set Up Your Device

Google Account Samsung Account

Getting Started 6 Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Notification icons Status Bar

Know Your Device 8 Home Screen

• Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the

including links to a specific contact, Internet

Know Your Device 9 Home Screen

Use Folders Text-To-Speech Options.

1. Tap a folder to open it and access the shortcuts

Know Your Device 10 Home Screen

The Status Bar at the top of the Notification Icons

information (such as network New Gmail has arrived.

Battery is low. App updates are available from the