Samsung Galaxy A14 5G, User Manual

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Page 2: ...ols Biometric security Mobile continuity Multi window Edge panels Enter text Customize your home screen App icons Wallpaper Themes Icons Widgets Home screen settings Status bar Notification panel Quic...

Page 3: ...ay Notifications Sounds and vibration Security Lock screen and security Face recognition Fingerprint scanner Accounts Add an account Account settings Remove an account Backup and restore Google settin...

Page 4: ...Galaxy A14 5G Set up your device Start using your device Getting started 4...

Page 5: ...axy A14 5G Microphone Flash Rear camera Front camera Volume keys Side key Headset jack Speaker Microphone USB charger port Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here a...

Page 6: ...r service provider s specifications and network availability Contact your service provider for more details Install SIM microSD card Place the SIM card and optional microSD card sold separately into t...

Page 7: ...for the device to cool down For more information visit samsung com us support answer ANS00076952 Start using your device Turn on your device Use the Setup Wizard Bring data from an old device Lock or...

Page 8: ...ollow the prompts to choose a default language connect to a Wi Fi network set up accounts choose location services learn about your device s features and more Bring data from an old device Download Sm...

Page 9: ...e locks automatically when the screen times out For more information about screen locks see Lock screen and security Side key Fingerprint scanner Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then swi...

Page 10: ...r service provider for more information Add a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage apps installed from your account and make full use of your device s Andr...

Page 11: ...p Set up voicemail You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time You can access voicemail through the Phone app Options may vary by service provider From Phone touch and...

Page 12: ...orce or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty Tap Lightly touch items to select or launch them Tap an item to se...

Page 13: ...een to scroll through the Home screens or menu options Drag and drop Touch and hold an item and then move it to a new location Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen l Drag a widget to place...

Page 14: ...refinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out Touch and ho...

Page 15: ...and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only 15 Navigation bar You may navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gesture...

Page 16: ...een where each screen gesture is located Switch apps when hint hidden When gesture hint is disabled you can still switch between apps using the gesture when this option is enabled Show button to hide...

Page 17: ...s for available wallpapers Tap the Lock screen and Home screen images to edit them Browse my wallpapers Choose from a variety wallpaper options or download more from Galaxy Themes Color palette Choose...

Page 18: ...s From a Home screen touch and hold the screen Tap Widgets and then tap a widget set to open it Swipe to the widget you want to add to the Home screen and tap Add Customize Widgets Once you have added...

Page 19: ...een Lock Home screen layout Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned Add new apps to Home screen Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Hide apps on Home...

Page 20: ...ttery full Charging Mute Vibrate Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm Notification icons Missed calls Call in progress New message Voicemail New email Download Upload App update Config...

Page 21: ...Notification cards View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel To open an item tap it To clear a singl...

Page 22: ...ovides quick access to device functions using Quick settings The icons below show the most common settings available in Quick settings Icon colors change when enabled and disabled Other settings may b...

Page 23: ...vice s settings to match your activity or situation From Settings tap Modes and Routines for the following pages Choose a mode based on what you are doing or where you are Create phone routines based...

Page 24: ...lters keep an eye on screen time and set screen time limits Biometric security Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in to accounts Face recognition You can enable Face Recognition to...

Page 25: ...ernative to entering passwords in certain apps You can also use your fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account To use your fingerprint to unlock your device you must...

Page 26: ...r the following Show unlock transition effect Show a transition effect when you use biometrics to unlock your device additional information about securing your device with biometrics Mobile continuity...

Page 27: ...he apps and adjust the size of their windows Split screen control From any screen tap Recent apps Tap the app icon and then tap Open in Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen vie...

Page 28: ...are displayed in split screen view Drag the middle of the window border to resize the windows Tap the middle of the window border for the following options Switch window Swap the two windows Add app...

Page 29: ...Edge panels tap to enable this feature Edge handle Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panels Apps panel You can add apps to the Apps panel From any screen drag the Edge handle to the c...

Page 30: ...n the right To change the order of the apps on the panel drag each app to the desired location To remove an app tap Remove Tap Back to save changes Configure Edge panels You can customize the Edge pan...

Page 31: ...ge screen displays on Lock handle position Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held Choose a color for the Edge handle Transparency Drag the slider to adjust the tr...

Page 32: ...Getting started 32 Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only...

Page 33: ...d Floating keyboard Change the keyboard to a floating version that can be moved anywhere on the screen Search Locate specific words or phrases in your conversations Translate Type words or sentences i...

Page 34: ...with predictive text recommendations Suggest text corrections Underline misspelled words in red and suggest corrections Text shortcuts Create shortcuts for frequently used phrases More typing options...

Page 35: ...le saving screenshots to the keyboard clipboard Select third party content to use Enable third party keyboard features Reset to default settings Return keyboard to original settings and clear personal...

Page 36: ...ity pictures and videos using the Camera app Images and videos are stored in the Gallery where you can view and edit them Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode AR Zone Record video...

Page 37: ...llustrations you see here are for reference only 37 Camera Enjoy a full kit of pro lenses and pro grade video modes and settings From Apps tap Zoom Shooting modes Switch cameras Camera TIP Quickly pre...

Page 38: ...the ideal mode for your pictures or choose from several shooting modes From Camera swipe the screen right and left to change shooting modes Portrait Adjust the background of your shots for portrait p...

Page 39: ...to your My Emoji avatar Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera Record videos Record smooth lifelike videos using your device From Camera swipe right or left to change the shooting mode...

Page 40: ...detail in the bright and dark areas of your shots Grid lines Display viewfinder grid lines to help compose a picture or video Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to your pictures and videos Shoot...

Page 41: ...acy information Permissions View required and optional permissions for the Camera app Others Reset settings Reset the Camera settings Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members l About...

Page 42: ...ed on your device You can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery Sort images into Customize collections custom albums of pictures and videos View pictures and videos Devices an...

Page 43: ...app Set as wallpaper Set the picture as wallpaper Edit pictures Send the picture to a connected printer Enhance your pictures using the Gallery s editing tools From Tap a picture to view it and then...

Page 44: ...formation about the video Set as wallpaper Set the video as wallpaper on the Lock screen Tap Play video to play the video Edit video Edit videos stored on your device From Tap a video to view it Tap E...

Page 45: ...From any screen press and release the Side and Volume down keys Screenshot settings Modify screenshot settings From Settings tap how toolbar after capturing Show additional options after you take a sc...

Page 46: ...Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps Apps 46...

Page 47: ...From Apps touch and hold an app and tap Uninstall Disable Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search feature From Apps tap Search and enter a word or...

Page 48: ...folder and tap Add to Home Delete a folder When you delete a folder the app shortcuts return to the Apps list From Apps touch and hold a folder to delete Tap Delete folder and confirm when prompted Ga...

Page 49: ...update information about its privacy and usage Samsung apps The following apps may be preloaded or downloaded over the air to your device during setup Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the...

Page 50: ...Launcher is not seen in the Apps list then from Settings tap Advanced features Game Launcher and then tap SmartThings SmartThings allows you to control automate and monitor your home environment throu...

Page 51: ...c and scientific math functions as well as a unit converter Unit converter Convert between measurements History View past calculations Scientific mode Devices and software are constantly evolving the...

Page 52: ...various online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place Navigation drawer Go to today s date Search Tap to view event Stickers Add detailed event Devices and software are constantly evo...

Page 53: ...short sound Get a full screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed Depending on the alert style selected above the following sound options are available Short sound Choose the alert soun...

Page 54: ...lock The Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms Add alarm Turn alarm on or off Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for refer...

Page 55: ...r the alarm uses vibration alert Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing Tap Save to save the alarm TIP To add your sleep schedule create a bedtime reminder and auto...

Page 56: ...Apps 56 Alarm settings You can receive notifications for upcoming alarms From Clock tap More options Settings Tap Upcoming alarm notification to choose the number of minutes before an upcoming alarm...

Page 57: ...times around the world City View the current time and add to your list of cities Location Center the globe on your current location From Clock tap World clock Tap Drag the globe to spin it tap the ci...

Page 58: ...re automatically updated To return the clock to the current time tap Reset Weather settings Show weather information on your World clock From Clock tap World clock Tap More options Settings Show weath...

Page 59: ...Preset timer Name and save preset timers From Clock tap Timer More options Add preset timer Configure the countdown time and timer name Tap Add to save the timer To edit a saved preset timer tap More...

Page 60: ...ings Permissions View required and optional permissions for the Clock app Customization Service Sign in to your Samsung account to customize personal content in supported apps Contact us Contact Samsu...

Page 61: ...nize with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Devices and software are constantly evolv...

Page 62: ...favorites they are grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps From Contacts tap a contact Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from...

Page 63: ...name Enter a name for the new group Group ringtone Customize the sounds for the group Add member Select contacts to add to the new group and then tap Done Tap Save Add or remove group contacts Add mor...

Page 64: ...d From Contacts tap Show navigation menu Groups and then tap a group Tap More options Delete group To only delete the group tap Delete group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap...

Page 65: ...ingle contact or multiple contacts From Contacts touch and hold a contact to select it You can also tap other contacts to select them for deletion Tap Delete and confirm when prompted Emergency contac...

Page 66: ...sing features with Secret Mode Biometric Web Login and Contents Blocker Add to Bookmarks Reload webpage Navigate Access Bookmarks Access Tabs TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung intern...

Page 67: ...page There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app From Internet tap the following options Bookmarks Add the webpage to your Bookmark list Quick access View a list of common...

Page 68: ...et tab From Tap Start to begin browsing in secret mode Secret mode settings Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode From Internet tap Tap More options Secret mode settings for the foll...

Page 69: ...uick hello Options may vary by service provider From Add an attachment Record voice message Message search To quickly locate a message use the search feature From Messages tap Search Enter keywords in...

Page 70: ...he key five times Countdown Choose the number of seconds before activating emergency actions Make emergency call Choose the number to dial for an emergency call to send your location to your emergency...

Page 71: ...lips You can also access and manage files saved to your cloud accounts and SD card if supported Search Storage locations Additional locations such as cloud accounts are displayed here if supported Dev...

Page 72: ...sign in to Analyze storage See what s taking up space in your storage My Files settings Use My Files settings to customize your file management options and more Options may vary by service provider F...

Page 73: ...eatures Contact your service provider for more information The actual appearance of the Phone app screen and available options varies by service provider Access voicemail Make a video call Make a call...

Page 74: ...calls are recorded in the Call log From Phone tap Recents to display a list of recent calls Tap a contact and then tap Call Call a contact from the Contacts app From Contacts swipe your finger across...

Page 75: ...sage response On the incoming call screen drag Send message upward and select a message TIP On the incoming call pop up screen tap Send message and select a message End a call Tap End call when you ar...

Page 76: ...ackground for the following options Choose how to show caller info when the person has a profile picture Background Choose a photo to display during a call Call pop up settings When calls are received...

Page 77: ...s the information that you want to save to your Contacts list and tap Add to contacts Tap Create new contact or Update existing contact Delete call records To delete Call log entries From Touch and ho...

Page 78: ...splayed in the Speed dial number box You can make a call using Speed dial From Phone touch and hold the Speed dial number If the Speed dial number is more than one digit long enter the first digits an...

Page 79: ...ervice plan may support the following calling services Place a multi party call Make another call while a call is in progress Options may vary by service provider From the active call tap Add call to...

Page 80: ...ected to a teletypewriter TTY device The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls From Phone tap More Tap Real time text for the following options RTT call button Choose a visibility option for the...

Page 81: ...dings and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more Assign a title Insert Navigate up Set text options...

Page 82: ...the text options to create content while audio is being recorded Edit notes Make edits to notes you create From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it Tap Edit and make changes When you are finished tap...

Page 83: ...menu for the following options View settings for the Samsung Notes app View all notes Shared notebooks View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung account View deleted notes for up...

Page 84: ...data from your computer to your mobile device Visit support google com chrome to learn more Drive Open view rename and share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com dr...

Page 85: ...ion see Location Visit support google com maps to learn more Meet Make cross platform video calls on phones and tablets smart devices and on the web Visit support google com meet to learn more Message...

Page 86: ...zines and games in the Google Play store Visit support google com play to learn more YouTube Watch and upload YouTube videos right from your device Visit support google com youtube to learn more YT Mu...

Page 87: ...chment Microsoft apps The following Microsoft apps may be preloaded on your device Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store Outlook Office OneDrive Outlook Access email calen...

Page 88: ...cel and PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app OneDrive Store and share photos videos documents and more in your free online OneDrive account accessible from your p...

Page 89: ...Accounts Accessibility Other settings 89 Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Lock screen and security Device maintenance Settings...

Page 90: ...ons Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices Wi Fi Bluetooth NFC and payment Airplane mode Mobile networks Data usage Mobile hotspot Tethering Nearby device s...

Page 91: ...and Proxy settings Tap Save Scan QR code to connect to a Wi Fi network by using your device s camera to scan a QR code Intelligent Wi Fi settings You can configure connections to various types of Wi...

Page 92: ...cations when open networks in Manage networks View saved Wi Fi networks and configure whether to auto reconnect to or Wi Fi on off history View apps that have recently turned your Wi Fi on or off Hots...

Page 93: ...file tap Bluetooth to use this feature Rename a paired device You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth and then tap to turn on Bluetooth T...

Page 94: ...luetooth control history View apps that have used Bluetooth recently l Block pairing requests Add devices to block pairing requests Bluetooth scan history View which apps have recently scanned for nea...

Page 95: ...etooth in Settings or from the Quick settings panel From Settings tap Connections Airplane mode and then tap to enable this feature NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subje...

Page 96: ...Data usage Turn on Data saver Use Data saver to reduce your data consumption by preventing selected apps from sending or receiving data in the background From Settings tap Connections Data usage Data...

Page 97: ...ap Wi Fi data usage to view data usage over Wi Fi connections over a period of time You can view total usage as well as usage by app Mobile hotspot Mobile hotspot uses your data plan to create a Wi Fi...

Page 98: ...itional Mobile hotspot settings Auto hotspot Share your hotspot connection automatically with other devices signed in to your Samsung account From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering...

Page 99: ...device From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Printing Tap Default print service and then tap More options Add printer If your printer requires a plugin tap Download plugin and follow...

Page 100: ...and tap Connect To disconnect tap the VPN and then tap Disconnect Private DNS You can configure your device to connect to a private DNS host From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Priv...

Page 101: ...Settings tap Sounds and vibration and then choose a mode Use the sounds vibrations and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and alerts Vibrate while ringing Set your devic...

Page 102: ...ypad Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad Samsung keyboard Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard Charging Vibrate when a charger is connected Navigation gestures Vibrate when using...

Page 103: ...e To set the maximum output volume drag the Custom volume limit slider To require a PIN to make changes to the volume setting tap Set volume limit PIN Ringtone Customize your call ringtone by choosing...

Page 104: ...en dialing numbers on the Phone keypad Samsung keyboard Play a sound when typing with the Samsung keyboard Charging Play a sound when a charger is connected Play a sound when you lock or unlock the sc...

Page 105: ...oritize and streamline app alerts by changing which apps send notifications and how notifications alert you App notifications Lock screen notifications Notification pop up style Do not disturb Advance...

Page 106: ...mode in turned on You can also specify exceptions for people apps and alarms You can also set a schedule for recurring events like sleep or meetings From Settings tap Notifications Do not disturb and...

Page 107: ...he Status bar Notification history Display recent and snoozed notifications Conversations View conversation notifications Touch and hold a conversation notification to mark it as priority set it as al...

Page 108: ...isplay settings Dark mode Screen brightness Motion smoothness Eye comfort shield Font size and style Screen zoom Full screen apps Camera cutout Screen timeout Accidental touch protection Touch sensiti...

Page 109: ...ttings panel Motion smoothness Get smoother scrolling and more realistic animations by increasing the screen s refresh rate From Settings tap Display Motion smoothness Tap an option and then tap Apply...

Page 110: ...der to adjust the zoom level Full screen apps You can choose which apps you want to use in the full screen aspect ratio From Settings tap Display Full screen apps and tap apps to enable this feature a...

Page 111: ...charging From Settings tap Display Screen saver Choose one of the following options Do not display a screen saver Tap the selector to display a changing screen of colors Photo table Display pictures i...

Page 112: ...the display size Lock screen and security You can secure your device and protect your data by setting a screen lock Screen lock types Google Play Protect Security update Find My Mobile Private Share...

Page 113: ...detected A secure screen lock is required for this feature Secure lock settings Customize your secure lock settings A secure screen lock is required for this feature Lock screen Tap to edit the items...

Page 114: ...urn on Find My Mobile Before you can use the Find My Mobile feature you must turn it on and customize the options To access your device remotely visit findmymobile samsung com From Settings tap Securi...

Page 115: ...ation to be accessed from your device with a password From Settings tap Security and privacy Other security settings Encrypt SD card Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on y...

Page 116: ...settings Make passwords visible to turn on the feature Device administration You can authorize security features and apps to have administrative access to your device Security and privacy Other securi...

Page 117: ...s to other features of your device Galaxy system app update Configure your device to receive and install Samsung updates automatically Security policy updates Keep your device secure by checking for s...

Page 118: ...rmation about your device to Samsung when you are having technical problems From Settings tap Security and privacy Privacy Other privacy settings Under Samsung tap the following options to customize S...

Page 119: ...n App permissions Tap an app and chose which location permissions to grant it Options vary by app Location services Location services store and use your device s most recent location data Certain apps...

Page 120: ...gle settings Add an account You can add and sync all your email social networking and picture and video sharing accounts From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts Add account Tap one of th...

Page 121: ...ur Samsung account to back up your data Restore data Use your Samsung account to restore your backup data Google Account You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account From Settings...

Page 122: ...ning for malware To use the quick optimization feature From Settings tap Battery and device care Optimize now Battery View how battery power is used for your various device activities From Settings ta...

Page 123: ...vice Mount an SD card When you install an optional microSD card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However should you unmount the card without removing it from th...

Page 124: ...re to view the full list of apps and services using memory Tap to include or exclude these apps and services Tap Apps not used recently to view apps and services that are included in this group Tap to...

Page 125: ...your device s language and input settings Change the device language You can add languages to your list and organize them according to preference If an app does not support your default language then...

Page 126: ...speech Tap to play a short demonstration of speech synthesis Reset the speech rate and pitch Keyboard list and default Change your default keyboard modify built in keyboards and change keyboard settin...

Page 127: ...om Settings tap General management Mouse and trackpad Pointer speed Drag the slider to the right to go faster or to the left to go slower Wheel scrolling speed Drag the slider to the right to scroll f...

Page 128: ...e and time is disabled the following options are available Set date Enter the current date Set time Enter the current time Automatic time zone Use the time zone provided by your mobile network Set tim...

Page 129: ...ice accessibility settings Accessibility settings in downloaded apps and your personal data are not affected From Settings tap General management Reset Reset accessibility settings Tap Reset settings...

Page 130: ...led This service protects your phone from unauthorized factory data resets by requiring your Google account information to verify your identity For more information visit samsung com us support answer...

Page 131: ...cements Interaction and dexterity Advanced settings Installed apps About Accessibility Contact us Recommended for you View a list of accessibility features that you are using and some recommended feat...

Page 132: ...bility features to assist with visual aspects of your device Colors and clarity You can adjust the colors and contrast of text and other screen elements for easier viewing From Settings tap Accessibil...

Page 133: ...fficult to see some colors Extra dim Dim the screen beyond the minimum brightness setting for more comfortable viewing Tap for additional options Size and zoom You can increase the size of supported s...

Page 134: ...calling Live Transcribe Use the microphone to record speech and convert it to text Live Caption Automatically caption speech in media played on your device Caption preference Configure closed caption...

Page 135: ...ts you control your device hands free Use voice commands to open apps tap buttons scroll type and more Interactions You can simplify the motions needed to answer phone calls or respond to notification...

Page 136: ...keyboard From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Auto action after pointer stops Automatically click on an item after the pointer stops over it Sticky keys When yo...

Page 137: ...at the same time Volume up and down keys Configure selected services to turn on when you press and hold the Volume up and Volume down keys for three seconds Notifications From Settings tap Accessibili...

Page 138: ...ty Contact us If you have any questions or problems while using your device contact Samsung support through Samsung Members Access community forums error reports remote support and more if supported b...

Page 139: ...a USB cable into your vehicle s USB port and plug the other end of the cable into your device Your device may ask you to download the Android Auto app or update to the newest version of the app Follo...

Page 140: ...ed devices Quick Share for the following options Samsung account Tap to sign in and share with more people Phone name Edit the name of your phone that will be seen by other devices Who can share with...

Page 141: ...d more From Settings tap About phone to view your phone number model number serial number and IMEI information Tap additional items to view more information about your device TIP You can view your dev...

Page 142: ...rn more 142 youtube com samsungcare samsung com us support samsung com us support tips Videos Samsung Care Talk to an agent Contact us on Facebook Messenger Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Ti...

Page 143: ...nformation can also be found on the device in the About device or About phone or About tablet section for example Settings About phone or About device or About tablet Legal information Samsung legal O...

Page 144: ...ed by the parent Routinely check this device to ensure it is working properly and is safe for children to use Samsung Electronics America Inc Address 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 0766...

Page 145: ...del or software The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified capacity because the operating system and default applications occupy part of the memory The available c...