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Basics

Using the touch screen

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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. 
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.

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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply 
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which 
are outside of the touch input area.

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Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages 
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the 
device.

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It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touch screen.

Tapping

To open an app, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character 
using the keyboard on the screen, tap it with a finger.

Summary of Contents for SM-G318HZ/DS

Page 1: ...www samsung com User Manual SM G318HZ DS SM G318HZ DD SM G318MZ DS English 10 2015 Rev 1 1...

Page 2: ...6 Opening apps 27 Installing or uninstalling apps 28 Entering text 30 Screen capture 30 My Files 31 Power saving feature Network connectivity 32 Mobile data 32 Wi Fi 33 Tethering and Mobile hotspot Pe...

Page 3: ...g the device 70 Backing up and restoring data 70 Performing a data reset Settings 71 About Settings 71 CONNECTIONS 75 DEVICE 78 PERSONAL 80 SYSTEM Troubleshooting Messages email 44 Messages 45 Email C...

Page 4: ...media provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Users are entirely responsible...

Page 5: ...5 Instructional icons Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Note notes usage tips or additional...

Page 6: ...ances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer Make sure they are compatible with the device before purcha...

Page 7: ...amera Flash Back cover Main antenna Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery Using a Samsung approved screen protector i...

Page 8: ...en Recent apps Tap to open the list of recent apps Tap and hold to access additional options for the current screen Home Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked Press to return to the H...

Page 9: ...e SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider and the included battery Only microSIM cards work with the device 1 Remove the back cover Be careful not to damage your fingernails...

Page 10: ...a memory card into the SIM card slot If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to remove the memory card Use caution not to lose or let ot...

Page 11: ...lace the back cover Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly Use only Samsung approved back covers and accessories with the device Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery 1 Remove the back cover...

Page 12: ...one or both of the switches for the SIM or USIM cards to activate them Changing the display name and icon of SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen tap Settings SIM card manager Select a SIM or USIM car...

Page 13: ...turned on immediately when the charger is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device If you use multiple apps at once network apps or apps that need a...

Page 14: ...ectric socket Do not remove the battery before removing the charger This may damage the device To save energy unplug the charger when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must un...

Page 15: ...corrupt the data stored in it Use caution to insert the memory card right side up The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards When inserting a card formatted in a differen...

Page 16: ...patible with the device Format the memory card on the device On the Home screen tap Settings Storage Format SD card Format SD card Erase everything Before formatting the memory card remember to make b...

Page 17: ...turns off and automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period To unlock the screen press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any direction within the unlo...

Page 18: ...rtips The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages...

Page 19: ...old an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options Dragging To move an item tap and hold it and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap on a webpage or imag...

Page 20: ...e Home screen or the Apps screen to see another panel Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list of items such as contacts Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage map...

Page 21: ...and more Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen To view other panels scroll left or right or tap one of the screen i...

Page 22: ...Basics 22 Home screen options On the Home screen tap and hold an empty area or pinch your fingers together to access the available options...

Page 23: ...wly installed apps On the Home screen tap to open the Apps screen To view other panels scroll left or right or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen To customise the Apps screen refer...

Page 24: ...h Currently accessing SIM or USIM card Roaming outside of normal service area GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA network connected Wi Fi...

Page 25: ...iew the details To open the notifications panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notifications panel drag the bar from the bottom of the screen upwards You can use the following functions on...

Page 26: ...screen rotation Bluetooth Refer to Bluetooth for more information Mobile data Refer to Data usage or Mobile networks for more information U power saving Refer to Ultra power saving mode for more infor...

Page 27: ...where charges apply tap the button that shows the app s price To change the auto update settings tap Settings Auto update apps and then select an option Play Store Use this app to purchase and downlo...

Page 28: ...n manager scroll to DISABLED select an app and then tap Enable Hiding apps Hide apps in the Apps screen only You can continue to use hidden apps Disabling apps Disable selected default apps that canno...

Page 29: ...orresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears Using additional keyboard functions Tap and hold to use various functions Other icons may appear instead of depending on the last functi...

Page 30: ...older After capturing a screenshot you can edit the image and share it with others It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps My Files Use this app to access various files stored...

Page 31: ...saving mode and tap the Ultra power saving mode switch to activate it To add an app to the Home screen tap and select an app To remove an app from the Home screen tap Remove select an app with and the...

Page 32: ...ther devices Refer toWi Fi for additional options Turn offWi Fi to save the battery when not in use 1 On the Apps screen tap Settings Wi Fi and then tap the Wi Fi switch to activate it 2 Select a netw...

Page 33: ...t to share your device s mobile data connection with other devices 1 On the Apps screen tap Settings Tethering and Mobile hotspot Mobile hotspot 2 Tap the Mobile hotspot switch to activate it appears...

Page 34: ...nection with other devices via Bluetooth Ensure that the computer that you connect to supports the Bluetooth feature 1 Pair your device with the other device via Bluetooth Refer to Pairing with other...

Page 35: ...an item on the Home screen and then drag it to a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the b...

Page 36: ...Apps screen Changing the sorting method On the Apps screen tap View as and select a sorting method Hiding apps Hide apps that you do not want to see on the Apps screen On the Apps screen tap Hide apps...

Page 37: ...s taken by the device s camera or other images tap From Gallery 4 Tap SET ASWALLPAPER or Done If you are using a dual SIM model proceed to the next step 5 Set the image as the wallpaper for one or bot...

Page 38: ...IN A PIN consists of numbers only Enter at least four numbers and then enter the password again to verify it Password A password consists of characters and numbers Enter at least four characters inclu...

Page 39: ...to make a video call You can also make calls to phone numbers listed in Logs Favourites and Contacts Access additional options Add the number to the contacts list Preview the phone number View favour...

Page 40: ...elect a call type and tick International calls Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in drag outside the large circle Rejecting a call When a call comes in drag outside the large circle T...

Page 41: ...at the top of the device and keep the device away from your ears Mute Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you Bluetooth Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the...

Page 42: ...Tap and enter contact information Add an image Add or delete a contact field 3 Tap Save To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad tap Keypad enter the number and then tap Add to conta...

Page 43: ...t and enter search criteria Once a contact is selected take one of the following actions Add to favourite contacts Make a voice or video call Compose a message Compose an email Adding shortcuts for co...

Page 44: ...additional charges for sending or receiving messages when you are roaming 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen 2 Tap 3 Add recipients and enter a message Access additional options Enter a message Select...

Page 45: ...tting up email accounts Tap Email on the Apps screen Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time Enter the email address and password Tap Next for a private email account such as Goo...

Page 46: ...bottom of the screen to compose a message Add recipients Add recipients from the contacts list Enter a message Enter a subject Send the message Access additional options Add a CC or BCC Attach images...

Page 47: ...eved To manually retrieve new messages tap Tap a message to read Reply to the message Add this email address to the contacts list or view other options Reply to all recipients Forward the message Go t...

Page 48: ...to take a photo or tap to record a video Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in and pinch to zoom out Change the shooting mode Start recording a video Take a photo View photos and videos yo...

Page 49: ...pen the Apps screen tap Settings Lock screen and then tick Camera shortcut This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Camera etiquette Do not take photos or record v...

Page 50: ...ts On the Apps screen tap Camera Sports Night Use this mode to take a photo in low light conditions without using the flash On the Apps screen tap Camera Night Camera settings On the Apps screen tap C...

Page 51: ...n Timer Use this for delayed time shots White balance Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to life colour range The settings are designed for specific lighting situations These se...

Page 52: ...image or a video Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail To hide or show the menu bar and the preview thumbnails tap the screen Access additional options Delete the image Modify the image M...

Page 53: ...it tap the date and tap 3 Select either event or task and enter details Add event Set a start and end date for an event You can set an optional repeat setting Add task Add a task to do on a specific d...

Page 54: ...tap Settings Accounts and then select an account service Internet 1 Tap Internet on the Apps screen 2 Tap the address field To change the search engine tap the search engine icon next to the web addre...

Page 55: ...the Apps screen Select a video to play Move forwards or backwards by dragging the bar Skip to the previous video Tap and hold to move backwards quickly Skip to the next video Tap and hold to move for...

Page 56: ...rt alarm A smart alarm starts at a low volume a few minutes before a preset alarm is scheduled to sound The volume of the smart alarm increases gradually until you turn it off or the preset alarm soun...

Page 57: ...or complex calculations Tap Calculator on the Apps screen Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator If Screen rotation is disabled tap Scientific calculator Memo...

Page 58: ...the Apps screen Tap to start recording Speak into the microphone Tap to pause recording To cancel recording tap Tap to finish recording Display the list of voice memos Access additional options Start...

Page 59: ...creen View the list of favourite stations Access additional options Turn the FM radio on or off Adjust the volume Add the current radio station to the favourites list Fine tune the frequency View the...

Page 60: ...egion or service provider Chrome Search for information and browse webpages Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service Google Share your news and follow updates that your family friends...

Page 61: ...and share it with others YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Photos Manage photos albums and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to Google Hangouts Chat with y...

Page 62: ...re that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured If there are obstacles between the devices the operating distance may be reduced Some devices especially those tha...

Page 63: ...ice turns on its visibility option 3 Accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on both devices to confirm Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth You can share data s...

Page 64: ...s name to unpair 3 Tap Unpair Wi Fi Direct AboutWi Fi Direct Wi Fi Direct connects devices directly via aWi Fi network without requiring an access point Connecting to other devices 1 On the Apps scre...

Page 65: ...Fi Direct and then select a device to transfer the image to 4 Accept theWi Fi Direct authorisation request on the other device Receiving an image When another device sends you an image accept theWi F...

Page 66: ...in and install it Connecting to a printer On the Apps screen tap Settings Printing select a printer plug in and then tap the switch at the top right of the screen to activate it The device searches f...

Page 67: ...tswitch for details Samsung takes copyright seriously Only transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer Transferring data from a mobile device Transfer data from your previous device to...

Page 68: ...image or other types of files from the device to the computer or vice versa Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files Doing so may cause data loss or device damag...

Page 69: ...tch to activate it Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software 1 On the computer visit www samsung com smartswitch to download and install...

Page 70: ...t sign in to your Google account via the setup wizard You can launch and open the setup wizard by performing a factory data reset on the device If you do not sign in to your Google account via the set...

Page 71: ...ivate it The device can maintain a stable network connection by automatically selecting either theWi Fi or mobile network to use the strongest signal To automatically switch between networks tick Smar...

Page 72: ...meout Set duration that the device is visible Received files View received files via the Bluetooth feature Tethering and Mobile hotspot Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device s mobile...

Page 73: ...mobile network Auto sync data Activate or deactivate auto syncing of apps such as calendar or email You can select what information to sync for each account in Settings Accounts ShowWi Fi usage Set t...

Page 74: ...print files On the Settings screen tap Printing More networks Customise settings to control networks On the Settings screen tap More networks Default messaging app Select the default app to use for m...

Page 75: ...brate and play a ringtone for incoming calls Dialling keypad tone Set the device to sound when you tap the buttons on the keypad Touch sounds Set the device to sound when you select an app or option o...

Page 76: ...screen Change settings for the locked screen On the Settings screen tap Lock screen Screen lock Activate the screen lock feature The following options may vary depending on the screen lock feature sel...

Page 77: ...omatically before a phone number Call barring Block incoming or outgoing calls Call waiting Allow incoming call alerts when a call is in progress Fixed Dialling Numbers Activate or deactivate FDN mode...

Page 78: ...the settings for managing settings and data On the Settings screen tap Backup and reset Back up my data Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server Backup account Set up or ed...

Page 79: ...dback To view help information to learn how to use this feature tap Settings Launch Explore by touch tutorial Speak passwords Set the device to read the password aloud when you enter the password whil...

Page 80: ...hold delay Set the recognition time for tapping and holding the screen SYSTEM Language and input Change the settings for text input Some options may not be available depending on the selected language...

Page 81: ...Set the device to display a large image of each character tapped Reset settings Reset Samsung keyboard settings Google voice typing To change the voice input settings tap Choose input languages Select...

Page 82: ...and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date On the Settings screen tap Date and time If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from t...

Page 83: ...may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions Battery View the amount of battery power consumed by your device On the Settings screen tap Battery Display battery percentage Set...

Page 84: ...crypt external SD card Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled the device will not be able to read your encrypted fi...

Page 85: ...e certificates and credentials to ensure secure use of various apps Install from device storage Install encrypted certificates stored on the USB storage Clear credentials Erase the credential contents...

Page 86: ...orrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more infor...

Page 87: ...s or turn off the device and turn it on again If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Power button for more than 7 seconds to restart it If this does not solve the problem perform...

Page 88: ...d due to issues with the service provider s network The battery icon is empty Your battery is low Charge the battery The battery does not charge properly For Samsung approved chargers Ensure that the...

Page 89: ...ce Centre Photo quality is poorer than the preview The quality of your photos may vary depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques you use If you take photos in dark areas at night or...

Page 90: ...he device you wish to connect to Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range 10 m If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service...

Page 91: ...nnot restore data if it is corrupted or lost Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device A small gap appears around the outside of the device case This gap is a necessary manu...

Page 92: ...storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electro...

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