Page 1: User Guide
User Guide [UG template version 15a] [Boost-Samsung-G920P-ug-en-052016-FINAL]...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Launch Applications ......................Apps List ..........................Phone Number ..........................Airplane Mode ..........................Enter Text ............................ Samsung Keyboard ......................Google Voice Typing ......................Tips for Editing Text ......................Google Account .......................... Create a Google Account ....................Sign In to Your Google Account...
Page 3 Factory Reset Protection ....................Google Play Store ........................Find and Install an App ....................... Request a Refund for a Paid App ..................Update an App ........................Uninstall an App ........................Get Help with Google Play ....................Lock and Unlock Your Screen ....................
Page 4 Call from Call Log ....................... Optional Services ........................Voicemail Setup ........................Set Up Visual Voicemail ...................... Review Visual Voicemail ..................... Visual Voicemail Options ....................Configure Visual Voicemail Settings ................... Change Your Main Greeting ....................Edit the Display Name ......................Caller ID Blocking .......................
Page 5 Check Received Gmail Messages ....................Open New Gmail Messages ....................Open Gmail Messages ....................... Manage Gmail Messages ......................Use Gmail Labels ........................ Archive Gmail Threads ....................... Mute Gmail Threads ......................Delete Gmail Threads ......................Search Gmail Messages ..................... Report Spam ........................
Page 6 Viewfinder Screen ......................Record Videos ........................Shooting Modes ........................ View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery .................. Edit Pictures ..........................Share Pictures and Videos ....................... Send Pictures or Videos by Email ..................Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message ............. Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth .................
Page 7 NextRadio ..........................OneDrive ........................... OneNote ............................ Peel Smart Remote ........................Photos ............................S Health ............................ S Voice ............................Samsung Milk Music ......................... Samsung Pay ..........................Samsung+ ..........................Video ............................Voice Recorder ......................... YouTube ............................ Connectivity ............................Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer ..............
Page 8 Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device ................Send Information Using Bluetooth ..................Receive Information Using Bluetooth ................Tethering ........................... Settings ............................. Basic Settings ........................... Wi-Fi Settings Menu ........................Bluetooth Settings ........................Airplane Mode ........................... Hotspot and Tethering Settings ....................Tethering Settings ......................
Page 9 Sounds and Vibration Settings ....................Sound Mode ........................Vibrate While Ringing ....................... Volume ..........................Vibration Intensity ......................Ringtones and Sounds ...................... Vibration Pattern ....................... Notification Sound ......................Do Not Disturb ........................System Sounds ......................... Key-tap Feedback ......................Sound Quality and Effects ....................
Page 10 ......................Open Source Software ...................... Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ..............Modification of Software ....................Samsung KNOX ........................ Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc................ Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? ......... Legal Information ........................Index ................................
Page 12: Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone. About the User Guide Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy S6. The following topics explain how best to use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Page 13: Get Support From Boost Zone
1. Press Home to display the home screen. 2. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help 3. Tap a topic to view its contents, or tap Search to search for a topic. Get Support from Boost Zone Access support for your phone and service through the preloaded Slaker Radio app. 1.
Page 14 ™ 2. From the Slaker Radio main page, tap My Account. 3. Tap a topic to view its contents. Introduction...
Page 15: Get Started
Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your Samsung phone and wireless service the first time. Parts and Functions These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions. Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample images only.
Page 16 Part Description SIM card tray Location of the SIM card. Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, Back key the notification panel, or keyboard. ™ Home key/fingerprint sensor Return to the home screen. Press and hold to open Google ™...
Page 17: Charge The Battery
It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time. For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.
Page 18: Turn Your Phone On And Off
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your phone. 2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charging head. 3. Plug the charging head into an electrical outlet. 4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger. ...
Page 19: Use The Touchscreen
Turn Your Phone On ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key.  Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.  Lock and Unlock Your Screen Screen Lock for information about using the screen lock.
Page 20: Touch And Hold
Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item. Get Started...
Page 21: Swipe Or Slide
Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes.
Page 22: Pinch And Spread
When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard. See Samsung Keyboard for more details. Note: Auto rotate needs to be enabled for the screen orientation to automatically change. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap Auto rotate to enable the option.
Page 23: Activation And Service
Activation and Service Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your phone’s serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment. For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.
Page 24: Complete The Setup Screens
Google services – Select your Google location and service options and then tap Next.  Samsung account – Enter your email account and password to sign in to your current Samsung account, or tap Create account to set up a new Samsung account.
Page 25: Basic Operations
Basic Operations The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone. Basics The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations. Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the Apps list. 1.
Page 26: Phone Settings Menu
■ Tap Recent apps to view a list of recently used applications. Phone Settings Menu You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu. ■ From home, tap Apps > Settings – or – Pull down the status bar and tap Settings For more information, see Basic Settings.
Page 27: Capture Screenshots
Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation. Turn Screen Rotation On or Off 1. Pull down the status bar to display the quick settings menu. 2. Tap Auto rotate to turn the option on or off.  You may need to scroll left or right to see the Auto rotate option. ...
Page 28: Apps List
1. From home, tap Apps  The Apps list opens. 2. Tap and app icon to launch the corresponding application.  The application opens. Apps List The Apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone.
Page 29 Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy device. Located in Galaxy Apps the Samsung folder in the Apps list. View and edit pictures and watch videos that you have taken with your Gallery phone’s camera or downloaded.
Page 30 ® Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location. Located in the Samsung folder My Files in the Apps list. ® Listen to your favorite FM radio stations on the go with NextRadio .
Page 31 OneNote computer, tablet, or phone. Located in the Microsoft folder in the Apps list. Control select Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung TV models using your Samsung Galaxy device. Now you can control all of your TV’s settings, such as on Peel Smart Remote and off functions, channel navigation, and volume control from the same Samsung device you already know.
Page 32: Phone Number
200+ stations, the interactive dial makes it easy to skim through stations Samsung Milk Music to find the perfect soundtrack for the moment. Located in the Samsung folder in the Apps list. Use your phone to pay at more places than any other mobile payment...
Page 33: Airplane Mode
 Your phone’s wireless connection features are now restored. Enter Text ™ You can type on your phone using the touchscreen Samsung keyboard or Google Voice typing. Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you are using them. For example, if you are entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an enter key.
Page 34: Samsung Keyboard
Assign Samsung Keyboard for Text Entry If you have multiple text input methods installed on your device, you can select the Samsung keyboard to be your default text input method from Settings, or you can choose it at any time while entering text.
Page 35: Google Voice Typing
Emoticon to display a list of emoticons. • Keyboard settings to view the Samsung keyboard settings menu.  If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe your finger over Spacebar to switch between languages. Configure Samsung Keyboard ■...
Page 36: Tips For Editing Text
3. If the text is incorrect, tap Delete 4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap Exit . The keyboard will reappear. Note: You can assign a new language to Google Voice typing. Tap Settings > Languages and tap a language to select it.
Page 37: Create A Google Account
Create a Google Account If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or using your phone. Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your phone’s Setup application. Note: Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your phone, such as Google Play, you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your phone.
Page 38: Sign In To Your Google Account
 Create a security question and answer, enter a secondary email address to help you recover your password if you ever lose it.  On the Finish account screen, select your Web history and additional Google Play options.  Enter the letters from the Authenticating screen. ...
Page 39: Factory Reset Protection
Google Account username and password. For more information, see Factory Data Reset. Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before resetting the device to factory settings. Enable Factory Reset Protection Adding a Google Account to your device automatically turns on the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security feature.
Page 40: Find And Install An App
information, check the application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with the third-party application’s policies, do not use the application. Find and Install an App When you install apps from Google Play app and use them on your phone, they may require access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain functions or settings of your phone.
Page 41: Update An App
1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3. Tap the app to uninstall for a refund. The details screen for the app opens. 4. Tap Refund, and then tap Yes to confirm. Your app is uninstalled and the charge is cancelled. Update an App Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly from the Play store app.
Page 42: Uninstall An App
Note: Automatic updates are unavailable for some apps. Uninstall an App You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play. 1. From home, tap Apps > Play Store 2. Tap Menu > My apps & games. 3.
Page 43: Lock And Unlock Your Screen
2. Tap Menu > Help & Feedback.  The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play. Lock and Unlock Your Screen Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it when you need it.
Page 44: Update Your Phone
Update Your Phone From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply updates through the Settings > System Update menu. Software Update Cautions During update: The phone cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take time to update your phone’s software.
Page 45 3. Touch and hold on a portion of the text message from the string. The Message options context menu appears. Note: You can back up stored text messages by forwarding them to your own phone number. Open the messages after you have updated your firmware. 4.
Page 46: Update Your Profile
 Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade. Alternatively, you can access system updates through the notification panel. 1. Locate the System Update Available icon in notifications.
Page 47: Update Your Prl
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update > Update Profile. 2. Follow the prompts.  The phone will download and install the profile update and you will see a confirmation when complete. Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature to reconnect with the network.
Page 48 2. Follow the prompts.  The phone will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when complete. Basic Operations...
Page 49: Your Phone's Home Screen
Your Phone's Home Screen The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the status bar, and use the notification panel. Home Screen Basics The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Page 50: Extended Home Screens
Item Description The status area of the status bar (on the right) displays phone and service Status area status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi and data connectivity, ringer status, and time. The status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status (on the right Status bar side) and notifications (on the left side).
Page 51: Status Bar
Status Bar The status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right side and notification alerts on the left. To view the notification panel or access the quick settings menu, pull down the status bar from the top of the screen. Status Bar Layout Main Status Icons Icon...
Page 52 Icon Status Speakerphone: Call is using speakerphone. Signal strength: Cellular network signal strength is displayed. Roaming signal strength: Roaming network signal strength is displayed. 3G: The device is connected to a 3G wireless network. 4G LTE active: The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network. Airplane mode: Airplane mode is active.
Page 53: Notification Panel
Icon Notification USB: A USB connection is active. Alarm: An alarm has been set. Emergency alert: A new Emergency alert has arrived. Update available: An app update is available from the Google Play store. File upload in progress: File is being uploaded or sent. Update successful: An app or software update was successful.
Page 54 Open the Notification Panel ■ Pull down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)  The notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list. Close the Notification Panel ■ Slide the notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.) –...
Page 55 Notification Panel Layout The notification panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu. Notification Panel Quick Settings The Quick Settings list at the top of the notification panel lets you quickly access frequently used settings options. Scroll left or right to display all available settings, and tap an icon to turn the selected feature on or off.
Page 56: S Finder
2. Tap Expand > Edit to display the quick settings panel options. 3. Drag buttons to arrange which options appear in the quick settings panel.  You will see two sets of buttons, Active Buttons on top and Available Buttons below. •...
Page 57: Quick Connect
1. Open the notification panel by sliding your finger down from the top of the screen.  The notification panel opens. 2. Tap Expand > S Finder 3. Tap the Search field and enter search criteria. 4. Tap an item to view or launch. Quick Connect Quickly connect wirelessly to nearby devices that support Quick connect, Wi-Fi Direct, Screen Mirroring, and devices that can share media using Wi-Fi.
Page 58 1. Open the notification panel by sliding your finger down from the top of the screen.  The notification panel opens. 2. Tap Quick connect.  Your device scans for nearby available devices. 3. Tap a device and follow the prompts to connect. To set your device visibility: ■...
Page 59: Multi Window
 Visible to contacts: Your device will always be visible to contacts only.  Only when Quick connect turned on: Your device will only be visible to other devices when Quick connect is turned on. Tip: For more information about Quick connect, tap More > Help from the connections screen. Multi Window ™...
Page 60: Customize The Home Screen
 Switch windows: Switch locations between Multi Window apps.  Drag and drop content: Move items between the app windows. Drag an item to share from one window to another. Not all applications 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.
Page 61: Add Shortcuts To The Home Screen
1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap Wallpapers  You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wallpaper 2. Tap an option to select the wallpaper.  Home screen to set the background wallpaper for your home screen.
Page 62: Add Widgets To The Home Screen
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens.  The shortcut is added to the home screen. Add Widgets to the Home Screen You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen.
Page 63 2. Type a name, and then tap Back  A new folder is created. 3. To add more app shortcuts to the folder, touch and hold a shortcut, and then drag it on top of the new folder.  The new shortcut is added to the folder. Change Folder Names Once you have added folders, you can change the name easily from the folder display.
Page 64: Phone App
Phone App The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use voicemail, and more. Place and Answer Calls The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to use the in-call screen options.
Page 65: Call Emergency Numbers
2. Tap the number keys on the keypad to enter the phone number.  As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number. 3.
Page 66: Answer Phone Calls
To call the 9-1-1 emergency number normally or when your account is restricted: 1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen. 2. From home, tap Phone > Keypad 3. Tap 9-1-1 , and tap Dial ...
Page 67 Answer an Incoming Call 1. When a call arrives, slide Answer to the right to answer it.  The call begins. 2. To end the call, tap End  The call ends. Mute the Ringing Sound To mute the ringer without rejecting the call, you can do either of the following: ●...
Page 68: Reject An Incoming Call
Reject an Incoming Call ■ When a call arrives, slide Reject to the left to reject it.  The ringtone or vibration will stop and the call will be sent directly to voicemail. Reject a Call and Send a Text Message You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller.
Page 69: In-Call Screen Layout And Operations
 The selected message will be delivered to the caller.  You can edit the reject messages through the Call settings menu. From the phone app, tap More > Settings > Call blocking > Call-reject messages and edit or create a reject message.
Page 70: Place Calls From Contacts/Call Logs
 Speaker: Route the phone’s audio through the speaker (On) or through the earpiece (Off). • Activate Speaker to route the phone’s audio through the speaker. (You can adjust the speaker volume using the Volume key.) • Deactivate Speaker to use the phone’s earpiece. Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during speakerphone use.
Page 71: Call From Call Log
2. Tap Contacts to display the Contacts list.  The contacts list appears. 3. Tap a contact. 4. Tap Call next to the number you want to call.  The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers. 5.
Page 72: Optional Services
2. Tap Log to display the call log list.  The call log list appears. 3. Tap an entry to display the call details. 4. Tap Call to place a call.  The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers. ...
Page 73: Voicemail Setup
Voicemail Setup Follow the instructions below to set up voicemail on your phone. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a passcode to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
Page 74: Review Visual Voicemail
2. Tap Personalize now and follow the system prompts to:  Create a password (part of standard voicemail).  Record your name announcement.  Record your greeting. Review Visual Voicemail Visual voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review. 1.
Page 75  More options: Access Search, Settings, and Help features. • New Voice SMS: Send a voice message to friends. • New Avatar message: Send an animated voice message to friends. • Search: Search your voice messages. • Upgrade to Premium: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service. This service requires an additional monthly charge.
Page 76: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail 2. Tap More options > Settings. Select an option to change its settings. Note: Voicemail settings can also be accessed in Settings. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 77: Call Waiting
 Your caller information will not appear on the recipient’s phone. To permanently block your number, call Boost Customer Service. Call Waiting When you are on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if it is available).
Page 78: Call Forwarding
 This puts the first caller on hold and dials the second number. 3. When you are connected to the second party, tap Merge . Your conference call is now in session. 4. To end the three-way call, tap End Note: If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay connected.
Page 79: Call Settings
Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded. To activate Call Forwarding: 1. From home, tap Phone 2. Tap 3. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded. 4. Tap Dial ...
Page 80 Setting Description Select or create your default ringtone, set the phone to vibrate when Ringtones and keypad tones ringing, and play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. ● TTY mode: Enable service on your phone. ● Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality of your phone when using hearing aids.
Page 81: Tty Mode
 The call settings menu appears. 2. Configure your options.  Tap a menu item to display its options.  Select your options and follow the prompts to set them.  Your call settings options are set. TTY Mode A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate by telephone.
Page 82  Your phone’s TTY mode is set. Note: When enabled, TTY mode may impair the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the headset jack. Warning: 9-1-1 Emergency Calling It is recommended that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications.
Page 83: Contacts
Contacts The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including contacts you enter and save directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends. Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period or left uncharged.
Page 84 Google Account.  Select Samsung account if you want to save contacts to your Samsung account; these will be synced automatically with your Samsung account online. 4. Use the keyboard to enter as much information as you want.
Page 85: Check Contacts
Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the right of the field and select the appropriate type. Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap on the right side of the entry field.
Page 86: Contacts Screen Layout
 You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to view its details.  The contact’s detailed listing appears. Contacts Screen Layout The following illustration show’s your Contacts app layout and describes the various features. Contacts...
Page 87: Edit A Contact
Item Description Groups Show contact groups. More options Access additional options. Search Search contacts. Tap to show the contact’s details. Image Tap to show the contact’s details. Contact Add new contact Add a new contact. Edit a Contact Once you have added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.
Page 88: Delete A Contact
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save.  Your changes are saved to the contact entry. Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the right of the field. Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap on the right side of the entry field.
Page 89: Groups
Make a Call from Favorites 1. From home, tap Apps > Phone > Favorites. 2. Tap a contact to dial the contact’s default telephone number. The default number is set in contacts, when you enter multiple phone numbers for a contact. Groups You can use groups to organize your contacts.
Page 90: Share A Contact
Send a Message to a Group You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in their contact record. A message to multiple recipients is treated as a group conversation. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 91 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap More > Share contact. 3. Tap vCard file (VCF) to share the contact as a vCard file, or tap Text to share the contact information in a text file.
Page 92: Profile Sharing
 When sharing a contact as a text file, the follow sharing methods are available: • Add to OneNote: Save the contact to your OneNote account. • Android Beam: Send the information using NFC and Android Beam. • Bluetooth: Send the information using Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and sending using Bluetooth.
Page 93 Shared profile info: In addition to your name, status, and profile picture, you can share your email, organization, address, and date of birth.  Back up profile data: Back up and restore your profile using your Samsung account.  Registered information: View and set the registered information for your phone number.
Page 94: Import Contacts
Note: The first time you turn on Profile sharing, you may be prompted to agree to the Enhanced features Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Review the terms and tap Agree to continue. Import Contacts Your phone offers a couple of options for importing contacts from external devices using USB. Import Contacts from USB Storage 1.
Page 95 2. Tap More > Settings > Import/Export contacts.  You will see the Import/Export contacts menu. 3. Tap Export and follow the prompts to complete the export.  The contacts are exported. Contacts...
Page 96: Messaging And Internet
Messaging and Internet With wireless service and your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google), personal and corporate email, and text and multimedia messaging. Text and Multimedia Messaging With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your wireless phone and another messaging-ready phone.
Page 97: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)
4. Tap the Enter message field and then start composing your message. 5. When done, tap Send to send the text message. Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments (vCalendar).
Page 98: Create A Slideshow
 Other: Select from the following sources: • Image: Attach a stored picture. See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery. • Video: Attach a stored video. See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery. • Audio: Attach a stored music file or voice recording. •...
Page 99: Use Enhanced Messaging
Tip: To compose a slide show, you can also simply attach multiple items separately to the MMS message. Tap Attachment and select a file type, location, and file and then repeat it for additional slides. Your phone will automatically compile a slide show. Use Enhanced Messaging Enhanced messaging allows you to exchange multimedia chat messages with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), appointments (vCalendar), as well as large files to other...
Page 100 2. On the Messaging screen, tap Compose  The Compose screen opens. 3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can:  Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipients field. If you are sending the message to several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter information, any matching phone numbers from your Contacts list are displayed.
Page 101: Save And Resume A Draft Message
5. Tap Attachment and select from the following file attachments:  Camera: Take a new picture.  Gallery: Attach a picture from the Gallery app.  Other: select from the following sources: • Image: Attach a stored picture. See View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery.
Page 102: Manage Message Conversations
■ To open the message, pull down the status bar to open the notification panel. Tap the new message to open and read it. For more information on reading and replying to messages see Manage Message Conversations. Manage Message Conversations Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped into conversations or message threads in the Messaging screen.
Page 103: Reply To A Message
Reply to a Message 1. From home, tap Apps > Messages 2. On the Messaging screen, tap a conversation to open it. 3. Tap the text box at the bottom of the screen, enter your reply message, and then tap Send Note: To reply to a text message with a multimedia message, open the text message, tap More and then tap More >...
Page 104: Create And Send Gmail
View Contact Information from a Message When you have received a message from someone in your stored contacts, you can tap the contact’s picture or icon in the conversation to open a menu of options. Depending on the stored contact information, you can view the contact details, place a phone call or send an email message to the contact, and more.
Page 105: Check Received Gmail Messages
Gmail Composition Options ● Adding Cc/Bcc: In the mail composition window, tap More in the To field to view the Cc and Bcc fields. ● Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap Attach > Attach file or Insert from Drive.
Page 106: Open Gmail Messages
 If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail Inbox. Open Gmail Messages You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail Inbox. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 107: Manage Gmail Messages
Manage Gmail Messages Your phone give you control over how you manage your Gmail messages, with labels, thread management, search capabilities, adding multiple Google Accounts, and more. Use Gmail Labels Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail conversation threads.
Page 108: Mute Gmail Threads
 The thread is now archived. Mute Gmail Threads If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the Inbox. When mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the Inbox.
Page 109: Add Another Google (Gmail) Account
2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap More options > Report spam.  The selected message is reported as spam. Add Another Google (Gmail) Account If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your phone, you can add them from the Settings >...
Page 110: Gmail Settings
2. Tap Menu 3. Tap the icon for the account you want to view from the list at the top of the menu.  The selected account Inbox is displayed. Gmail Settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual Gmail accounts from the Gmail Settings menu.
Page 111: Email
Email Use the Email application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs. Set Up an Email Account Your phone supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email accounts set up at one time.
Page 112  The email Inbox opens. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3. Tap Add account 4. Follow the prompts to complete the account setup.  The email account is added and you will begin receiving email for the account. Add an Email Account from the Settings Menu You can also set up email accounts from the Settings >...
Page 113: Add An Exchange Activesync Account
2. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account and then tap Sign in.  Tapping Sign in prompts your phone to attempt a "regular" email setup and test the incoming and outgoing servers.  If you have custom settings you need to configure, tap Manual setup and enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server, security type, etc.
Page 114: Create And Send An Email Message
 Domain\username: Enter your network domain and username, separated by “\”.  Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive).  Exchange server: Enter your system’s Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this information from your company network administrator.  Use secure connection (SSL): Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires SSL encryption.
Page 115: Open Email Messages
3. Enter the message recipient(s).  You can add multiple recipients to an email message.  To add recipients from Contacts, tap Contacts , select the contact(s) you wish to include, and then tap Done. 4. Enter the email subject and message. ...
Page 116 2. Tap the message you want to view.  The email message opens. 3. Tap Reply or Reply all to reply to the message. Tip: Tap the account name at the top of the screen to switch to a different email account. Tip: You can also access new email messages from the notification panel.
Page 117: Delete An Email Account
Delete an Email Account You can delete an email account from your phone if you no longer wish to receive messages for the account on your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email  The email Inbox opens. 2. Tap More > Settings. 3.
Page 118 Refresh an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time. ■ While viewing the account you want to synchronize, swipe down. Sort Email Messages 1. On the email account Inbox, tap More > Sort by. 2.
Page 119: Exchange Activesync Email Features
To add priority senders: 1. On the email account Inbox, tap the Inbox name at the top of the screen and then tap Priority senders. 2. Tap Tap to add priority senders 3. Select a recommended contact to add it as a priority sender. –...
Page 120: Browser
• Limit retrieval size: Set a limit to the size of email messages you want to receive on your phone. • Limit retrieval size while roaming: Set a different email size limit when your phone is on roaming. • Out of office settings: You can set your Out of Office status and auto-reply message right from your phone.
Page 121: Add A Bookmark
■ From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens.  The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Boost home page.  You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or Gmail message.
Page 122: View Browser History
1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Bookmarks > Add.  The add bookmark window opens. 3. Check or change the bookmark title, URL, etc., and then tap Save. ...
Page 123: Open New Browser Tabs
1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap Bookmarks  The bookmark window opens.  If you do not see Bookmarks , pull down the Web page to display the address bar. 3. Tap the History tab, and then tap an entry. ...
Page 124 1. From home, tap Apps > Internet  The browser opens. 2. Tap Tabs  The tabs window opens.  If you do not see Tabs , drag the Web page down to display the address bar. 3. Tap New tab. ...
Page 125: Chrome Browser
Chrome Browser ™ You can use the Google Chrome browser to browse the Internet and bring your open tabs, bookmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Chrome ...
Page 126: Hangouts
 If this is the first time you have used Facebook on your phone, enter your Facebook ID and password and tap Log in to sign in to an existing account, or tap Create New Facebook Account to set up a new Facebook account. 2.
Page 127: Instagram
Hangouts Operations ● Ending a Chat: In the Hangouts window, flick the chat from left to right. ● Ending a Video Chat: In the video chat window, tap End ● Disabling Chat History: If you do not want to keep chat history, in the chat window, tap More > Turn history off.
Page 128: Camera And Video
Camera and Video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos. Your phone comes with a camera with an autofocus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Learn About Your Phone’s Camera For an overview of your phone's camera and its features, you can access more information through the phone's settings menu.
Page 129: Take Pictures And Record Videos
2. Tap Settings > Help, and tap a topic to learn more. Take Pictures and Record Videos The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s camera. Capturing Pictures/Videos ● File Format for Pictures: File format for pictures is JPEG or RAW format. ●...
Page 130: Viewfinder Screen
1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap Capture picture  The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your phone. Viewfinder Screen The camera's viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.
Page 131: Record Videos
 Effect: Add a special graphical effect.  HDR Auto: Enable the light sensitivity and color depth features of the device to produce a brighter and richer picture.  Timer: Take time-delayed pictures or videos.  Flash: Activate or deactivate the flash. Toggle through flash options—on, auto, or off (rear camera only).
Page 132: Shooting Modes
 Tap Capture to take a picture while recording video. 3. Tap Stop to stop recording.  The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your phone. Shooting Modes Your phone’s camera offers many shooting modes, to make your pictures or videos special. 1.
Page 133: View Pictures And Videos Using Gallery
• Panorama: Create a linear image by taking pictures in either a horizontal or vertical direction. • Slow motion: Record videos at a high frame rate for viewing in slow motion. You can play a specific section of each video in slow motion after recording it. •...
Page 134 2. Tap an album (such as Camera).  The list of pictures and videos for the album opens.  To select another album, tap Back to return to the Albums tab. 3. Tap an image to view the picture or video. ...
Page 135: Edit Pictures
Edit Pictures Whether you are browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, you can tap a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it, and more. Auto Adjust a Picture Use the Auto adjust option to automatically enhance your pictures.
Page 136: Crop A Picture
3. Tap More > Rotate left or Rotate right.  The picture is rotated and saved to the phone. Crop a Picture Use the editing tools to crop your pictures. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery  The Gallery app opens. 2.
Page 137: Photo Editor
 A crop box appears on the picture. 4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. Drag your finger inward or outward to resize the crop box.  To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the desired size and position.
Page 138 3. Tap Edit  Enhancement tools display. 4. Adjust your picture with these tools:  Adjustment: Straighten and freely rotate your picture.  Tone: Adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, temperature, and hue of the picture.  Effect: Add color effects to your picture. ...
Page 139: Share Pictures And Videos
Share Pictures and Videos The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook, Flickr, and Twitter) and share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth. Send Pictures or Videos by Email You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message.
Page 140: Send A Picture Or Video By Multimedia Message
Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message Multimedia Messaging (MMS) lets you send pictures and videos using your phone’s messaging app. Although you can send several pictures or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to just send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size.
Page 141: Share Pictures Or Videos Using Additional Apps Or Social Media
2. Tap an album (such as Camera).  The list of pictures and videos for the album opens. 3. Tap the picture or video you want to share.  To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items you want to include.
Page 142: Share Videos On Youtube
4. Tap Share , and then tap the app you want to use. 5. Follow the prompts to complete the share. Share Videos on YouTube You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube. Before you do this, you must create a YouTube account and sign in to that account on your phone.
Page 143: Camera Settings
4. Tap Share , and then on the Share menu, tap YouTube. 5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option. 6. Tap Upload  The upload is completed. Camera Settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu.
Page 144 2. Tap Settings  The camera settings menu opens. 3. Select your desired settings.  Both cameras • Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory. • Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake. Anti‑shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving.
Page 145: Live Broadcast
• Tracking AF: Focus on and track a subject selected on the preview screen. • Save as raw file: Save pictures as a high-resolution uncompressed image file. A viewer app is required to view pictures saved as raw files.  Front camera •...
Page 146  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Mode > Live broadcast. 3. Tap Invite and select contacts to share your live broadcast with. You will also have the option to share your live broadcast during recording and when you finish recording. 4.
Page 147 1. From home, tap Apps > Camera  The camera viewfinder appears. 2. Tap Mode > Live broadcast. 3. Tap Settings and select an option to customize:  Account: Select a Google Account for Live broadcast.  Privacy: Choose either to have your videos unlisted where only friends with a link can view them, or public where anyone can view them.
Page 148: Apps And Features
Apps and Features The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as maps and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more. Boost 411 Boost 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings;...
Page 149: Amazon Shopping
Amazon Shopping Shop at amazon.com from your device. ■ From home, tap Apps > Amazon Shopping App Spotlight Discover new apps from the Google Play store. ■ From home, tap Apps > App Spotlight Calculator Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations. 1.
Page 150: Calendar
Calendar Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization settings, your phone’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange ActiveSync calendar, Google ™...
Page 151: View Calendar Events
Select My calendars to create an event that will appear only on your phone. ● Select Samsung Calendar to save events to your Samsung account. ● Select your Google Account to create a Google Calendar event. If you have several Google Calendars on the Web, select one in which to add your event.
Page 152: Sync Calendars
1. From home, tap Apps > Calendar  The Calendar app opens. 2. Tap a date and then tap an event.  The event details appear.  Tap the event to edit it. Sync Calendars You can select which calendars you would like to sync on your phone, along with what types of information you want to sync.
Page 153: Synchronize An Exchange Activesync Calendar
2. Tap More > Manage calendars. 3. Select sync options by adding or removing check marks from the items.  The sync settings have been updated. 4. Tap Back to return to Calendar view.  The selected calendars sync. Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, you can also synchronize Exchange ActiveSync calendar events on your phone.
Page 154: Set Alarms
Check the Time You can check the phone any time on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right corner of the status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options for how time is displayed.
Page 155: World Clock
■ From home, tap Apps > Clock  The Clock appears. World Clock The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1. From the clock app, tap World clock. 2. Tap Add city and select a city.
Page 156: Drive
From home, tap Apps > Google > Drive Galaxy Apps Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy phone. Note: You must sign in to a Samsung account in order to download Galaxy Apps. ■ From home, tap Apps > Galaxy Apps Google Maps Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more.
Page 157: Google Play Music App
 Google Maps opens.  If prompted, follow the prompts to accept terms of use. 2. Tap the Search field to start a search. 3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap a candidate in the results list. ...
Page 158: Google Play Music Screen Layout
1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Play Music  The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2. To view additional music options, tap Menu and select an option (Listen now, Top charts, New releases, Music library, Browse stations, or Shop). 3.
Page 159 Feature Description Music list View current playlist or queue. Options menu Access the options menu. Music image/album name Display music images and album names (if available). Shuffle playlist Shuffle the current playlist or queue. Song length The length of the song. Rate (thumbs up/thumbs down) Rate the current song.
Page 160: Create Playlists In Google Play Music
Music title/artist Displays music title and artist (if available). Create Playlists in Google Play Music Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion. 1. From home, tap Apps > Google > Play Music  The Play Music app opens to the Listen Now screen. 2.
Page 161: Google Play Newsstand
 The music is added to the playlist. Google Play Newsstand Subscribe to your favorite magazines to read on your device at your leisure. ■ From home, tap Apps > Google > Play Newsstand Google Search Search not only the Internet, but also the apps and contents of your device. 1.
Page 162: Memo
Memo Organize your life by creating, editing, and managing memos. Located in the Samsung folder in the Apps list. 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Memo  The Memo list appears. 2. Tap and enter your memo title and text.
Page 163 Play Music 1. From home, tap Apps > Music  The music app opens to the Playlists category. • The default categories are Playlists, Tracks, Albums, Artists, Genres, Folders, and Composers. Tap the drop-down list at the upper left corner and tap a category to display it.
Page 164: My Files
My Files Manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other data in one convenient location. Located in the Samsung folder in the Apps list. To view files in My Files: 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 165: Nextradio
2. Tap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3. Tap a file or folder to open it. Note: Different folders may appear depending on how your phone is configured. File Groups Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups: ●...
Page 166: Onedrive
■ From home, tap Apps > NextRadio Note: To listen to radio from your device, you must plug in either headphones or a speaker cable to the headphone jack on top of the device. To listen through the device's speaker (after plugging in headphones), tap More options >...
Page 167 Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap Next.  Sign in to your Samsung account if you have not already done so. You must sign in to a Samsung account to set and save goals, and use other advanced S Health features.
Page 168: S Voice
● Diabetes, or liver or kidney disease; ● Arthritis. You should also check with your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of heart, lung, or other serious disease, such as: ● Pain or discomfort in your chest, neck, jaw, or arms during physical activity; ●...
Page 169: Samsung Milk Music
2. Tap Install and follow the prompts to set up security, add credit cards, set preferences, and more. Note: You must log in to your Samsung account or create a new Samsung account to use Samsung Pay. Apps and Features...
Page 170 2. Scroll down to “Gift cards now available on Samsung Pay” and click the link. Secure Your Information Samsung Pay is designed with the latest security technology and works on most recent Samsung Galaxy devices. Payments are authorized with your fingerprint or PIN and each transaction uses a unique token each time, so your device only allows payments with your consent.
Page 171: Samsung
For more information about Samsung Pay, visit: samsung.com/SamsungPay For Samsung Pay support, visit: samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-pay Samsung+ Get live help, discover new features, and unlock promotions for your Samsung device. ■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung+ Video View videos on your phone.
Page 172: Voice Recorder
The Voice recorder allows you to record an audio file up to one minute long and then immediately share it. Recording time will vary based on the available memory within the phone. Make a Voice Recording From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder Tap an option at the top to choose the appropriate recording mode: ...
Page 173 To mark a spot in the recording so you can find it later, tap Bookmark. Play Back a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap Recordings. 3. Tap a recording to play it back.
Page 174 Share a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap Recordings, and then touch and hold on a recording to display options. 3. Tap Share, and then follow the prompts to choose a method and share the file.
Page 175: Voice Recorder Options
Write to Voice Label: You can save the voice recording to a Voice Label using NFC. Voice Recorder Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap Recordings to view a list of recordings. 3. Tap More for options: ...
Page 176: Youtube
Delete a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Samsung > Voice Recorder 2. Tap Recordings, and then touch and hold on a recording to select it. 3. Tap Delete > Delete. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos from your device.
Page 177 1. From home, tap Apps > YouTube  The YouTube app launches. 2. Tap Account  The Account menu appears. 3. Tap Add 4. Find a stored video and tap the thumbnail to select it.  Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting. 5.
Page 178: Connectivity
Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
Page 179: Wi-Fi
 Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of the phone.  Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need to remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it. 2.
Page 180: Wi-Fi Settings
2. Tap Wi-Fi  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again. 4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it is not an open network), and then tap Connect.
Page 181: Disconnect Wi-Fi
2. Tap Wi-Fi  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again. 4. Tap More > Advanced. ...
Page 182: Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply using Wi-Fi, without an access point or using the Internet. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Wi-Fi  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3.
Page 183: Bluetooth
2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering > Hotspot.  The Hotspot window opens. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.  Hotspot is enabled.  To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again. Note: The best way to keep using the phone as a hotspot is to have it connected to a power supply. Important: Write down the passkey (password) for this communication (shown onscreen).
Page 184: Bluetooth Information
computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is usually approximately 30 feet. Bluetooth Hints Question: Cannot use Bluetooth? Answer: Is your phone in airplane mode? Bluetooth is unavailable in airplane mode. Bluetooth Function Cautions Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data. Bluetooth Information Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with hands-free features, etc.
Page 185: Pair Bluetooth Devices
2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Bluetooth on.  Bluetooth is enabled.  To disable Bluetooth, tap On/Off again. Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notification panel. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or off.
Page 186: Connect To A Paired Bluetooth Device
2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open.  Nearby devices appear in the “Available devices” list.  If a target device is not detected, tap Scan to search again. 3. Tap a device from the “Available devices” list, and follow the prompts to pair with the device. ...
Page 187: Send Information Using Bluetooth
2. Tap Bluetooth  The Bluetooth settings open.  Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “Paired devices” list. 3. Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list.  Your phone connects to the paired device. The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon is displayed in the status bar.
Page 188: Receive Information Using Bluetooth
● Audio files In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example. Sending Contacts Data Using Bluetooth 1. From home, tap Contacts  You will see the Contacts list. 2. Tap a contact to send. 3. Tap More > Share contact, choose to share the contact as a vCard file (VCF) or Text, and then tap Bluetooth.
Page 189: Tethering
 When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type: • Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the Music application. •...
Page 190: Settings
Settings The following topics introduce your phone’s basic settings menus and cover your phone’s Settings menus. Basic Settings to access your phone’s settings menu. From the home screen, tap Apps > Settings The table below outlines the top-level settings categories. Category Description Enable and set Wi-Fi options.
Page 191 Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid Accessibility compatibility, etc. Set up accounts such as Samsung, Google, and more. Accounts Set up backup options for your phone. You can also reset the phone to its Backup and reset factory defaults.
Page 192: Wi-Fi Settings Menu
Activate your device with the Boost network. Activate this device Update your system’s software, PRL, and Profile. System Update View device status, legal information, and hardware information about your About device device. Access Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings ...
Page 193 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Wi-Fi  The Wi-Fi settings menu appears. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.  Wi-Fi is enabled. You will see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks.  To disable Wi-Fi, tap On/Off again.
Page 194 5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.  Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.  The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For the password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
Page 195: Bluetooth Settings
 MAC address: View your phone's MAC address.  IP address: View the phone's IP address. Bluetooth Settings Your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and files, and more. For details on your phone’s Bluetooth usage, see Bluetooth. 1.
Page 196 Bluetooth Settings Operations ● Enable Bluetooth: From Bluetooth settings, tap On/Off.  When enabled, confirmation appears for your phone to be discoverable by other devices. Follow the prompts. ● Change Your Phone Name: From Bluetooth settings, tap More > Rename device, enter a new name, and tap Done.
Page 197: Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode When you enable Airplane mode, your phone disconnects from all networks, meaning you cannot make calls, send or receive messages, or access the Internet. It also turns off other connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While in airplane mode, you can use other features of your phone, such as playing music, watching videos, or using other applications.
Page 198 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering > Hotspot.  The Hotspot window opens. 3. Tap On/Off to turn Hotspot on.  Hotspot is enabled.  To disable Hotspot, tap On/Off again. Advanced Hotspot Settings The hotspot settings menu lets you configure advanced options.
Page 199: Tethering Settings
● Set Network SSID: From the Hotspot window, tap More > Configure Hotspot > Network name, enter a name for your hotspot, and then tap Save. ● Set Hotspot Security: From the Hotspot window, tap More > Configure Hotspot > Security, select a security settings option, and then tap Save.
Page 200: Data Usage Settings
2. Tap Hotspot and Tethering 3. Choose an option:  Bluetooth tethering: Pair your device with the computer a Bluetooth. Consult the computer’s documentation for more information about configuring your computer to pair using Bluetooth. Tap Bluetooth tethering to turn tethering on. ...
Page 201 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Data usage  The data usage window opens. Data Usage Settings Operations ● Mobile data: Tap On/Off next to Mobile data. ● Limit mobile data usage: Tap On/Off next to Limit mobile data usage, and then drag the horizontal limit slider up or down to set the data usage limit.
Page 202: Mobile Networks Settings
● Alert me about data usage: Tap On/Off next to Alert me about data usage, and then drag the horizontal warning slider up and down to set an amount.  Data usage amounts are approximate. Actual amounts may differ.  This setting is available when Mobile data is enabled.
Page 203 2. Tap Mobile networks 3. Configure options:  Network mode: Choose a preferred network mode. Available options depend on your phone’s features, but may include: CDMA, LTE / CDMA, GSM / UMTS, and Automatic (the recommended setting).  Data roaming: When you are outside your home network area, your phone can still connect to other networks that your provider supports through roaming.
Page 204: Nfc And Payment
NFC and Payment NFC and payment uses the Near-Field Communication (NFC) feature of your phone. You can send information using NFC, including payment through mobile payment services at businesses that support this function. Access NFC and Payment 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 205 Tap and Pay With your phone and a payment app (such as Samsung Pay), you can use your phone to pay for items by tapping it to an item at the point-of-purchase. You must have a payment app set up on your phone to use it with Tap and Pay.
Page 206: More Connection Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > NFC and payment 2. Tap Tap and pay.  Tap and pay payment apps you have installed are display.  Available options depend on the payment app(s) you have set up on your phone. More Connection Settings The more connection settings menu provides access to additional connection options, such as Nearby device scanning, Printing, MirrorLink, and VPN.
Page 207: Nearby Device Scanning
Access More Connection Settings Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap More connection settings 3. Set items.  Your settings are saved and implemented. Nearby Device Scanning Scan for and connect to nearby devices. You will receive notifications when there are available devices to connect to.
Page 208: Printing
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap More connection settings > Nearby device scanning.  The Nearby device scanning screen displays. 3. Tap On/Off to enable the feature. Printing You can print from your phone, using Wi-Fi, to an optional compatible printer (not included). Your phone and the optional printer must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Page 209 Add a Printer Before you can print to a printer, you must add and set it up on your phone. You will need to know the IP address of the printer; consult the printer’s documentation for this information. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 210: Mirrorlink
5. Choose a print service from the list, and then tap On/Off to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to add a printer. 6. Tap More > Add printer > Add printer (or , depending on the plug-in), and then enter a name and the IP address of the printer.
Page 211: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)
3. Tap More connection settings > MirrorLink. 4. Tap Connect to vehicle via USB and follow the prompts. Virtual Private Networks (VPN) From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network.
Page 212 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Lock screen and security , and then tap Screen lock type > Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprints. 3. Follow the prompts to set up your secure credential storage. Settings...
Page 213: Add A Vpn Connection
4. Tap Other security settings. 5. Swipe down to View security certificates, User certificates, or Install from device storage, and then tap your preferred system and user credentials.  Your secure credentials storage is set. You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your network administrator can tell you how to do this.
Page 214: Connect To Or Disconnect From A Vpn
2. Tap More connection settings > VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. 3. Tap Add VPN, and then enter the information for the VPN you want to add.  Information may include Name, Type, Server address, PPP encryption (MPPE), and advanced options.
Page 215: Connect To A Vpn
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap More connection settings > VPN.  The VPN settings window appears. Connect to a VPN 1. From the VPNs section of the VPN setting window, tap the VPN that you want to connect to. Settings...
Page 216: Disconnect From A Vpn
2. When prompted, enter your login credentials, and then tap Connect.  You will connect to the selected VPN.  When you are connected, a VPN connected icon appears in the notification area. 3. Open the Web browser to access resources such as intranet sites on your corporate network. Disconnect from a VPN 1.
Page 217: Smart Manager
 Your phone disconnects from the VPN.  When your phone has disconnected from the VPN, you will see a VPN disconnected icon in the notification area of the status bar. Smart Manager Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, storage, and RAM. You can also automatically optimize your device’s system resources.
Page 218 Quick Optimization The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions: ● Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing unneeded items from memory. ● Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background. ● Scanning for malware. To use the quick optimization feature: 1.
Page 219: Applications Settings
3. Tap Clean all. Using Smart Manager 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Smart Manager 2. Tap each of the following for options:  Battery: Check the battery power and time remaining to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features and closing apps that are consuming an excessive amount of battery power.
Page 220 Access Applications Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Scroll down to Application settings to see all of the pre-loaded apps. Tap on an app to view and configure its settings. 4. Tap items to view details. ...
Page 221: Application Manager
Application Manager You can download and install new applications on your device. Use Application manager settings to manage your downloaded and preloaded applications. Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, you operate this software at your own risk. Access Application Manager 1.
Page 222: Manage Apps
 Tap Menu at the top left of the screen.  Tap All apps, Enabled, or Disabled. 4. Tap More for the following options:  Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system (background) apps.  Apps that can appear on top: Choose apps that can run on top of other running apps. ...
Page 223: Default Applications
2. Tap Applications > Application manager. 3. Tap an application to view and update information about the application. The following options are displayed:  Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the application. Preloaded apps can only be disabled.  Force stop: Stop an app that is misbehaving. Restart your device if stopping an app, process, or service causes your device to stop working correctly.
Page 224: Application Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications > Default applications. 3. Tap each default setting to see what services or applications are available to set as the default. ™ Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messages (Google Hangouts for example), you will not be able to use the Messages app unless you restore it as the default messaging app.
Page 225: Calendar Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap an app to configure its settings and permissions. Note: Available settings and permissions vary by app. Calendar Settings Configure settings for your phone’s Calendar app. Settings...
Page 226 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Calendar to configure these options:  First day of week: Choose a day to start each calendar week.  Show week numbers: Enable or disable display of week numbers on the calendar. ...
Page 227: Camera Settings
 Notifications: • Notification sound: Choose a sound for calendar event notifications. • Vibration: Enable or disable vibration, to play for calendar event notifications.  Set default reminders: Set default reminders for Events and All-day events.  Lock time zone: When enabled, event times will be locked to the time zone you select. Times and dates will not change, even if you travel to another time zone.
Page 228: Contacts Settings
2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Camera to configure these options:  Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake. Anti‑shake helps to keep the focus steady when the camera is moving.  Grid lines: Display viewfinder grid lines to help composition when selecting subjects. ...
Page 229  Import/Export contacts: Import contacts from device memory.  Move device contacts to: Move contacts saved on your device to your Google or Samsung accounts.  Contacts to display: Choose contacts to display in Contacts. You can choose only contacts from your phone’s memory, or from an account, or choose other sources.
Page 230: Email Settings
 Name format: Choose how contacts are displayed, by first or last name.  Share multiple contacts: You can choose how to transfer contacts, when sharing them with other devices, such as using Bluetooth. • As one file: Multiple contacts are sent together. This method can be faster, but depends on whether the target device can accept multiple name cards.
Page 231 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Email to configure options. General email settings, which affect all email accounts, include:  Manage accounts: Configure options for specific accounts. Available settings depend on the type of account.  Add account: Add additional email accounts. ...
Page 232 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Email, and then tap an account to set its options. Individual email account settings may vary; see your service provider for details. Common settings include:  Sync account: Configure options for synchronizing your phone with your account. ...
Page 233: Internet Settings
 Show images: Choose whether to automatically display embedded images in the body of an email.  Auto download attachments: Choose whether the phone automatically downloads email attachments when you are connected to Wi-Fi. You might use this option to control how and whether you use your plan’s data services to download attachments.
Page 234 Tip: You can also access Internet settings from the Internet app. From home, tap Internet > More > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Internet to configure options:  Homepage: Choose a homepage to display when you launch Internet. ...
Page 235: Messages Settings
 Privacy: Choose options related to privacy.  Advanced: Choose settings to control how the browser treats content, such as allowing JavaScript, blocking pop-ups, and managing website data.  About internet: View the app’s software version. Messages Settings The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications.
Page 236 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Messages to configure settings:  Enhanced messaging: Chat with other Enhanced messaging users using free one-to-one and group chat messages. • Image resize: Select an image size to reduce data charges. • Send as SMS/MMS messages: Send your Enhanced messaging messages as text or multimedia messages when Enhanced messaging is unavailable.
Page 237: Music Settings
• Blocked phrases: Enter text phrases to automatically block. • Blocked messages: View blocked messages.  More settings > Text messages: • Auto combination: Choose whether long messages that are received in multiple parts are automatically re-assembled to display as a single message. ...
Page 238 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Music to configure settings:  Tabs: Select which tabs to display.  Play speed: Touch and drag the slider to set the default speed for music playback.  Music auto off: Choose a time period for music to play, after which Music will close.
Page 239: Phone Settings
Phone Settings Configure options for calling with your phone. Tip: You can also access Phone settings from the Phone app. From home, tap Phone > More > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Phone to configure options: ...
Page 240  Contacts with numbers: Show contacts with phone numbers and hide other contacts.  Call blocking: Create and manage a list of phone numbers, to have your phone automatically block calls you receive from those numbers, and compose or edit response messages when rejecting incoming calls.
Page 241: S Voice Settings
device will connect using a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack. If this cable was not provided with your TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the connector cable. • Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids. •...
Page 242 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap S Voice App to configure options:  Voice wake-up: Launch S Voice by speaking a wake-up command.  Wake up in secured lock: Make calls, take pictures, play music, or perform tasks by using S Voice voice commands without unlocking your phone.
Page 243: Weather Settings
 Auto start speakerphone: When enabled, the speaker is automatically turned on when you make a call with S Voice.  Home address: Configure your home address.  Erase data: Erase the data you have stored on the server and restore the default S Voice settings.
Page 244: Google Settings
2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Weather to configure options:  Unit: Select Celsius or Fahrenheit.  Auto refresh: Choose how often weather information is updated.  Use current location: Use your phone’s current location to get local weather information.  Weather notifications: Receive notifications when there is a chance of rain, snow, or hail.
Page 245 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Applications 3. Tap Google to configure options:  Sign-in & security: Configure how you sign in to your Google Account, device access and notifications, and connected apps and sites.  Personal info & privacy: Manage your personal information, activity controls, ads settings, account overview, and control your content.
Page 246: Sounds And Vibration Settings
 Connected apps: Configure apps which use your Google account.  Data management: Configure your Google Drive app.  Google Fit: Configure Google Fit apps and devices (not included).  Location: Configure your Google location settings.  Nearby: Use your device’s sensors to connect with nearby devices. ...
Page 247 Play tone when the dialing keypad is tapped. Keyboard sound Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Keyboard vibration Set the phone to vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Sound quality and effects Set sound quality and sound effects for your phone. Settings...
Page 248: Sound Mode
Access Sound and Vibration Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Set your sound and vibration options.  Your sound and vibration settings are saved and applied. Sound Mode You can switch between sound modes, while preserving the individual sound settings you have made. Settings...
Page 249 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Sound mode, and then choose a mode:  Sound: Your phone uses the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts. ...
Page 250: Vibrate While Ringing
Vibrate While Ringing Set the phone to vibrate while ringing. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap On/Off next to Vibrate while ringing to enable the feature. Volume Set the system volume level, and set default volume for call ringtones, notifications, and other media. Note: You can also set System volume from the home screen by pressing the Volume key.
Page 251 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Volume and then drag the sliders to set the default volume for:  Ringtone  Media  Notifications  System Settings...
Page 252: Vibration Intensity
Vibration Intensity Set the vibration intensity for incoming calls, notifications, and vibration feedback. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Vibration intensity. 4. Use the sliders to set the intensity of vibration for: ...
Page 253: Ringtones And Sounds
 Vibration feedback: The phone vibrates when soft keys are tapped and for certain software actions. Ringtones and Sounds Choose a ringtone for incoming calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Ringtone to select a default ringtone. Add a Ringtone When you select a ringtone, you can add a custom ringtone.
Page 254 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Ringtone, scroll to the bottom of the list, and then tap Add ringtone 4. Select a source (OneDrive or Sound picker) for the ringtone.  You will see a list of compatible songs or audio files. To load music on your phone, see Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer.
Page 255: Vibration Pattern
Tip: When choosing music for a ringtone, select the Highlights only checkbox to allow the system to select what part of the song to use. Clear the checkbox to play the song from the beginning. Vibration Pattern Choose a vibration pattern. 1.
Page 256 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Notification sound to set options:  Default notification sound: Set the default sound for notifications.  Messages notifications: Set the default sound for new messages.  Calendar notifications: Set the default sound for calendar events.
Page 257: Do Not Disturb
Do Not Disturb This setting allows you to block all notifications and alerts. The options below determine what notifications can make sounds, and during what time periods you want to enter this mode. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2.
Page 258 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Sounds and vibration > Do not disturb. 4. Tap Turn on as scheduled, and set the Days, Start time, and End time. Allow Exceptions This option lets you customize which notifications are allowed while your device is in Do not disturb mode. Settings...
Page 259 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap Do not disturb. 4. Tap Allow exceptions, and then tap one of the following options:  No exceptions: Allow no exceptions.  Alarms only: Allow exceptions for alarms. ...
Page 260: System Sounds
System Sounds Set various other system sound options. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Sounds and vibration 3. Tap On/Off to enable each option:  Touch sounds: Play tones when you touch or tap the screen to make selections. ...
Page 261: Key-Tap Feedback
 Charging sound: Play a sound when a charger is connected.  Vibration feedback: Vibrate when Back or Recent are tapped, and for other actions Key-tap Feedback Play tones when the dialing keypad or the keyboard is tapped. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 262: Sound Quality And Effects
 Keyboard sound: Play a sound when the Samsung keyboard is tapped.  Keyboard vibration: Vibrate when the Samsung keyboard is tapped. Sound Quality and Effects Select options for sound quality while headphones or compatible Bluetooth headsets or speakers are connected.
Page 263: Notifications Settings
5. Tap On/Off to enable each option:  UHQ upscaler: Enhance the sound resolution of music and videos for a clearer listening experience.  SoundAlive+: Recreate the effects of rich surround sound.  Tube Amp Pro: Simulate the soft timbre of a tube amplifier. Note: Sound effects are only available while headphones or a compatible Bluetooth headset is connected.
Page 264: Display Settings
2. Tap Notifications 3. Tap On/Off to enable or disable notifications from each app.  Your notifications settings are saved and applied. Display Settings Use the phone's display settings menu to adjust items such as wallpaper, brightness, screen timeout, and more.
Page 265 Select a screen display mode to optimize it for the content being Screen mode displayed. Light up the LED indicator when charging, voice recording, or receiving LED indicator notifications. Prevent the screen from turning on accidentally while the device is in a Keep screen turned off dark place, such as a pocket or bag.
Page 266: Advanced Features
2. Tap Display 3. Set your display options.  Your display settings are saved and applied. Advanced Features Configure features on your device that make it easier to use. For example, you can control certain device actions by picking up the phone and by touching the screen with the palm of your hand or turning over the device.
Page 267: Wallpaper
2. Tap Advanced features 3. Configure the following settings:  Quick launch Camera: Open the Camera by quickly pressing the Home key twice.  Pop-up view gesture: View an app in pop-up view by swiping downwards diagonally from either corner at the top of the screen while the app is open and shown on the screen. ...
Page 268 Change the Wallpaper 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Wallpaper 3. Tap Home screen to open the drop-down list. Select the screens for which you want to change the wallpaper. 4. Tap a wallpaper to preview it. 5.
Page 269: Themes
Note: Tap On/Off next to Wallpaper motion effect to allow the wallpaper to shift slightly as you move the device, creating a 3D effect. Themes Themes are packages of visual content that provide different wallpapers and icons for your phone. Change the Theme 1.
Page 270: Home Screen Settings
 To download a theme, tap the theme, and then tap Download. • A Samsung account is required to download additional themes. 4. To apply a theme, tap the theme, and then tap Apply.  Your theme is changed. Home Screen Settings Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, widgets, folders, and using wallpapers.
Page 271 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Home screen. – or – From home, either touch and hold an empty space on the screen or pinch the screen. For more information, see Customize the Home Screen. Settings...
Page 272: Lock Screen And Security Settings
Lock Screen and Security Settings The lock screen settings let you set your method for unlocking your phone, customize lock screen options, determine whether to show tips for unlocking the phone, and enter your owner information to be displayed on the lock screen. The Security settings let you set encryption options, password visibility, administrator settings, and credential storage options.
Page 273: Screen Lock
Access Lock Screen and Security Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Lock screen and security  The lock screen and security menu opens. Screen Lock You can increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, enter the correct password, or scan your fingerprint to unlock the phone’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen.
Page 274 ● Swipe ● Pattern ● ● Password ● None ● Fingerprints Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the highest security level available (Password or Fingerprint protection). It is also recommended you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data.
Page 275: Use A Screen Unlock Pattern
Use a Screen Unlock Pattern 1. From the Screen lock type menu, tap Pattern. 2. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal direction. Lift your finger from the screen when finished. ...
Page 276: Disable The Screen Lock
Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you use the screen unlock password (highest security). It is also recommended that you frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data. Use a Fingerprint Screen Lock With a Fingerprint screen lock, swipe your finger over the Home key.
Page 277: Device Security
4. Tap None.  The screen lock is disabled. Device Security Configure security for your phone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Lock screen and security  The lock screen and security menu opens. 3. Tap On/Off next to Unknown sources to enable installation of non-Google Play applications. Settings...
Page 278: Privacy And Safety
Make passwords visible: Display password characters briefly as you type them.  Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates.  Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung using Wi-Fi for threat analysis.  Device administrators: Manage your device administrators and application installation privileges.
Page 279 Privacy and Safety Setting Description Control which apps have permission to access and modify information App permissions on your device. Private mode allows you to hide and protect content you want to keep Private mode private. You must configure a security lock to use Private mode. You can choose to enable reporting of diagnostic info when your phone Report diagnostic info experiences technical problems.
Page 280: Location Settings
2. Tap Privacy and safety  The Privacy and safety menu opens. Location Settings Some apps, such as Google Maps, may require one or more location services be turned on for full functionality. Locating Method Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your device’s location services.
Page 281 2. Tap Privacy and safety 3. Tap Location. 4. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 5. Tap Locating method to select how your location is determined:  GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.  Wi-Fi and mobile networks: Use Wi-Fi and mobile networks (no GPS).
Page 282: Location Services
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Privacy and safety 3. Tap Location. 4. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 5. Tap an entry under Recent location requests to view the app’s settings. Location Services ™ stores and uses your device’s most recent location data. Google apps, such as Google Location History Google Maps, can use this data to improve your search results based on places that you have visited.
Page 283: App Permissions
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Privacy and safety 3. Tap Location. 4. Tap On/Off to turn on Location services. 5. Tap Google location history and sign in to your Google Account for more options. App Permissions Control which apps have permissions to use certain features of your device.
Page 284 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Privacy and safety 3. Tap App permissions. 4. Tap the following features to see which apps have permission to access them:  Body sensors  Calendar  Camera  Contacts Settings...
Page 285: Private Mode
 Location  Microphone  Phone   Storage  Additional permissions 5. Tap On/Off next to each app to enable or disable permissions for that feature. Private Mode Private mode allows you to hide and protect content you want to keep private using supported apps. You must configure a security lock to use Private mode.
Page 286: Report Diagnostic Info
2. Privacy and safety 3. Tap Private mode. 4. Tap On/Off to turn on Private mode. 5. Follow the prompts to set security for Private mode. Report Diagnostic Info You can choose to enable reporting of diagnostic info when your phone experiences technical problems. Enable Report Diagnostic Info 1.
Page 287: Send Sos Message
2. Tap Privacy and safety 3. Tap Report diagnostic info. 4. Read the consent information and tap Yes to enable. Send SOS Message Enable SOS messages to quickly send an alert to your emergency contacts by pressing the Power key three times.
Page 288: Easy Mode
2. Tap Privacy and safety 3. Tap Send SOS messages. 4. Tap On/Off to activate SOS messaging. 5. Read the Terms and conditions and agree in order to activate SOS messaging. 6. Follow the prompts to set up emergency contacts and enable SOS messaging features. Easy Mode Easy mode provides a simpler experience using your phone, with a simpler home screen layout and simpler app interactions.
Page 289 Easy Mode Overview The following Easy mode options may be configured: Easy mode Option Description Standard mode Use the standard home screen layout. Use a simpler home screen layout and straightforward application Easy mode interactions. The font size Large will be applied throughout the device. Enable Easy Mode 1.
Page 290 2. Tap Easy mode 3. Tap Easy mode, and then select the apps you want to use from the Easy applications list. 4. Tap Done to apply your Easy mode settings. Return to Standard Mode You can use the Easy mode Settings menu to return to Standard mode. 1.
Page 291: Accessibility Settings
2. Tap Easy mode 3. Tap Standard mode, and then tap Done. Accessibility Settings The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications. Accessibility Settings Overview The following Accessibility options may be configured: Accessibility Option Description Vision Configure accessibility features for vision. Hearing Configure accessibility features for hearing and sounds.
Page 292 Accessibility Option Description Dismiss or snooze alarms, calendar events, and timer alerts, and Single tap mode answer or reject incoming calls with a single tap. Import and export your accessibility settings, or share them with other Manage accessibility devices. Services Configure other accessibility services, if installed.
Page 293: Vision Accessibility Settings
2. Tap Accessibility 3. Set available accessibility options.  Your accessibility settings are applied and saved. Vision Accessibility Settings Your phone offers many features to assist users who are blind or low-vision. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
Page 294 2. Tap Accessibility 3. Tap Vision to configure options:  Voice Assistant: Enable the Voice Assistant feature and configure options. When Voice Assistant is on, your phone speaks descriptions of items you tap or activate on your phone, to help blind and low-vision users. When Voice Assistant is turned on, you may need to use a double-tap to select items, because a single tap is used to trigger Voice Assistant.
Page 295: Hearing Accessibility Settings
 High contrast keyboard: Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background.  Show button shapes: Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out. ...
Page 296: Dexterity And Interaction Settings
Hearing aids: Automatically adjusts to attempt to improve the sound quality for use with hearing aids.  Samsung subtitles (CC): Displays Samsung subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn the option on or off, and then configure options.  Google subtitles (CC): Displays Google subtitles where available. Tap On/Off to turn the option on or off, and then configure options like Language, Text size, and Caption style.
Page 297 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Accessibility 3. Tap Dexterity and interaction to configure options:  Universal switch: Use customizable switches to interact with your phone and to select items on the screen. Set your personal interaction method by connecting external accessories, tapping the screen, or using the front camera to detect the rotation of your head, the opening of your mouth, and the blinking of your eyes.
Page 298: Configure Other Accessibility Settings
• Tap On/Off beside Assistant menu to turn the feature on or off. When you turn on Assistant menu, Single tap mode is also enabled. • Dominant hand: Choose whether the Assistant menu displays on the left or right side of the screen •...
Page 299 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Accessibility 3. Configure additional accessibility options:  Direction lock: Unlock the screen by swiping in a series of directions.  Direct access: Access common accessibility settings from any screen by pressing the Home key rapidly 3 times in a row.
Page 300: Accounts
• Using voice commands: Say “Answer” or “Reject” to answer or reject calls with your voice. • Pressing the Power key: End calls by pressing the Power key.  Single tap mode: When enabled, you can use a single tap to dismiss or snooze alarms, notifications and alerts, and answer or reject calls.
Page 301 2. Tap Accounts 3. Tap Add account.  An Add account window appears. 4. Tap an account type and then follow the prompts to add the required account information.  The account is added to the accounts list. Manage Existing Accounts 1.
Page 302: Backup And Reset
Your phone’s Backup and reset menu lets you back up your phone’s data and settings to Google servers before resetting your phone to the original factory settings. The Factory data reset erases all data from the phone’s application storage, including: ● Your Samsung account ● Your Google Account ●...
Page 303 Back up my data to your Samsung account. When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be Restore restored from your Samsung account. Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings Back up my data to your Google Account.
Page 304 Access Backup and Reset Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Backup and Reset  The Backup and reset menu opens. 3. Set options.  The backup and reset settings are applied and saved.  If you are performing a Factory data reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal. The phone will erase all data and reboot.
Page 305: Samsung Account Backup And Restore Settings
2. Tap Backup and Reset 3. Configure these options:  Back up my data: Enable back up of your phone log, messages and more through your Samsung account.  Restore: Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data. Settings...
Page 306: Google Account Backup And Restore Settings
Google Account Backup and Restore Settings Enable backup of your information to Google servers. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Backup and Reset 3. Configure these options:  Back up my data: Enable back up of application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other settings to Google servers.
Page 307: Auto Restart
 Automatic restore: Enable automatic restoration of settings from Google servers. When enabled, backed-up settings are restored when you reinstall an application. Auto Restart Optimize your device by restarting it automatically at set times. The device only restarts if it is not in use and battery power is more than 30%.
Page 308: Reset
3. Tap Auto restart. 4. Tap On/Off to activate Auto restart, and then set the following parameters:  Time: Set the time of day to restart your device.  Days: Select the day of the week to automatically restart your device. Reset Restore your device to its default settings.
Page 309 2. Tap Backup and Reset 3. Tap Reset settings. 4. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Reset Network Settings You can reset Wi-Fi, Mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings Settings...
Page 310: Factory Data Reset
2. Tap Backup and Reset 3. Tap Reset network settings. 4. Tap Reset settings, and confirm when prompted. Factory Data Reset You can reset your device to factory defaults, erasing all data from your device. This action permanently erases ALL data from the device, including Google or other account settings, system and application data and settings, downloaded applications, as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files.
Page 311: Language And Input Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Backup and Reset 3. Tap Factory data reset. 4. Tap Reset device and follow the prompts to perform the reset. 5. When the device restarts, follow the prompts to set up your device. Language and Input Settings Your phone’s language and input settings let you select a language for the phone’s menus and keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your phone’s...
Page 312 Language Set the language for your display and menus. Default keyboard Set the default method for entering text. Samsung keyboard Set Samsung keyboard options. Google voice typing Set options for Google Voice text entry. Text-to-speech Set text-to-speech options. Pointer speed Set the speed of the pointer for a mouse/trackpad.
Page 313 2. Tap Language and input  The Language and input settings menu opens. 3. Set options.  The language and input settings are applied and saved. Select the Default Language for Your Phone 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2.
Page 314: Battery Settings
Language: Tap a language to assign it.  Default keyboard: Tap an input method to set it as the default.  Samsung keyboard: Configure your keyboard options.  Google voice typing: Configure your options, including language detection.  Text-to-speech: Tap a settings option and follow the prompts.
Page 315: Power Saving Mode
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Battery 2. Tap Battery for options:  Battery usage: View battery usage since the battery was last fully charged.  Power saving mode: Save battery power by limiting your device’s performance, limiting vibration feedback, and restricting location services and most background data.
Page 316 Turn On Power Saving Mode 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Battery 3. Tap Power saving mode. 4. Tap On/Off to enable Power saving mode.  Power saving mode is activated. 5. Tap Start power saving to enable Power saving mode immediately, or at a selected percentage of battery power.
Page 317: Ultra Power Saving Mode
Ultra Power Saving Mode Conserve power and extend your phone’s battery life by using a minimal home screen layout, limiting the number of usable apps, turning off mobile data when the screen is off, and turning off connectivity features such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Turn On Ultra Power Saving Mode 1.
Page 318: Storage Settings
 Ultra power saving mode is activated. Turn Off Ultra Power Saving Mode ■ From home, tap More > Turn off Ultra power saving mode.  The phone returns to normal power mode. Storage Settings The Storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your phone. Storage Settings Overview The storage settings menu allows you to configure the following options: Storage Device...
Page 319: Date And Time Settings
Access Storage Settings 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap Storage 3. View memory usage for the different types of information stored in your phone’s memory. Tap an item for more information. Date and Time Settings Use the Date and Time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options.
Page 320 Date and Time Overview The following Date and time options may be configured: Date and Time Options Description Set the date, time, and time zone automatically using the connected Automatic date and time wireless network. Set the date manually (only available when Automatic date and time Set date option is disabled).
Page 321: Help
2. Tap Date and time 3. Set available date and time options.  Your date and time settings are applied and saved. Help The Help menu provides tips and guidelines to help you use your phone. Access Help 1. From home, tap Apps >...
Page 322: Activate This Device
2. Tap Help  The Help menu and topics appear. 3. Tap on a topic to view its contents. 4. Tap Search to search for a topic. Activate This Device The Activate this device menu lets you activate a new phone or use additional self-service options such as checking the status of an in-service phone.
Page 323: System Update
2. Tap Activate this device  The Self Service menu appears. 3. Follow the prompts to activate your phone or review your summary.  Your phone activates. If already activated on an account, you will see a usage and plan summary.
Page 324: About Device
Access System Update 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings 2. Tap System Update  The System Update menu appears. For details about updating your phone, see Update Your Phone. About Device The About device menu lets you access important phone information, search for and apply updates, and view legal and safety information.
Page 325 Review various types of important legal information, including Open Legal information source licenses, Google legal information, System WebView licenses, Wallpapers, Samsung legal information, and the Privacy Alert. Change the name of your device (other devices see this name when Device name using Mobile hotspot or Bluetooth).
Page 326 About Device Item Description Security software version Check the phone's security software version. KNOX version Check the current KNOX version. FCC certification Check the phone's FCC certification. RATED Check the phone's voltage rating. Battery capacity Check the phone's battery capacity. Access About Device Options 1.
Page 327 2. Tap About device 3. Select or view available options.  Your phone information is displayed. Settings...
Page 328: For Assistance
For Assistance The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting, specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact information. Troubleshooting Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues. Check Here First Problem: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.
Page 329: Boost Account Information And Help
 From home, tap Apps > Settings > Mobile networks > Access Point Names > More > Reset to default. Problem: Battery level goes down quickly. Solution: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.
Page 330: Re-Boost
For more information, please call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal...
Page 331: Open Source Software
DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH AS CUSTOM OS. Samsung KNOX Samsung KNOX is Samsung’s security platform and is a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be required. For more information about KNOX, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox...
Page 332: Do You Have Questions About Your Samsung Mobile Device
Full written terms and detailed information about the warranty and obtaining service are available on the device at: Settings > About device > Legal Information > Samsung legal or you may access the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device at: English samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide...
Page 333 The online version of the End User License Agreement (EULA) for your device can be found online at: samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4 For Assistance...
Page 334: Index
Index 1Weather, 137 Settings, 109 3-way Calling, 66 Tabs, 112 About Device, 313 Calculator, 138 Accessibility Settings, 280 Calendar, 139 Accessory Port, 6 Add event, 139 Accounts Settings, 213, 214, 216 Add new, 289 Sync Exchange ActiveSync calendar, 142 Manage, 290 View events, 140 Settings, 289 Call...
Page 335 Share, 79 Read messages, 95 View, 74 Report phishing, 97 Data Usage Settings, 189 Report spam, 97 Date Settings, 308 Search, 97 Default Applications, 212 Send message, 93 Dexterity and Interaction Settings, 285 Share pictures, 128 Drag, 10 Switch accounts, 98 Drive (App), 145 Google DTMF Tones, 230...
Page 336 Notification Panel, 42 S Voice, 157 Notifications, 41 Settings, 230, 232 OneDrive, 155 Samsung Keyboard, 23 OneNote, 155 Samsung Milk Music, 158 Peel Smart Remote, 155 Samsung Pay, 158 Phone Samsung+, 160 Dialer, 53 Save a Phone Number, 74 Phone App, 53...
Page 337 Screen Unlock Password, 264 Ultra Power Saving Mode, 306 Screen Unlock Pattern, 264 US Dialing, 230 Screen Unlock PIN, 264 Vibration, 249 Secure Credential Storage, 200 Video (App), 160 Security Settings, 261 Video Camera Settings Record video, 120 Overview, 179 Videos Setup Screens, 13 Record, 120...

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