Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series, User Manual

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Page 2: ...stomize your home screen App icons Wallpaper Widgets Home screen settings Status bar Notification panel Quick settings Camera and Gallery Camera Navigate the camera screen Configure shooting mode AR Zone Single take Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pictures Play video Video brightness Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Group similar images Take ...

Page 3: ... Sounds and vibration Security Lock screen and security Face recognition Fingerprint scanner Accounts Add an account Account settings Remove an account Users Backup and restore Google settings Backup Samsung account Google Account External storage transfer Accessibility Recommended for you TalkBack Visibility enhancements Hearing enhancements Interaction and dexterity Advanced settings Installed a...

Page 4: ...Getting started Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Galaxy Tab S8 S8 5G Galaxy Tab S8 Set up your device Start using your device 4 ...

Page 5: ...keys USB charger Audio port Rear cameras Microphone Accessory dock port Flash Magnetic S Pen charging strip Front cameras Getting started 5 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 6: ...keys USB charger Audio port Rear cameras Microphone Accessory dock port Flash Magnetic S Pen charging strip Front camera Getting started 6 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 7: ...s USB charger Audio port Rear cameras Microphone Accessory dock port Flash Magnetic S Pen charging strip Front camera Getting started 7 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 8: ...microSD card Gently press the microSD card into the front of the tray Flip the tray over and press the SIM card if applicable into the back of the tray NOTE Use only Samsung approved chargers and cables To avoid injury or damage to your device do not use incompatible worn or damaged batteries chargers or cables Using other charging devices and batteries may void your warranty and may cause damage ...

Page 9: ...ay become hot and stop charging This usually does not affect the device s lifespan or performance and is in the device s normal range of operation Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for the device to cool down For more information visit samsung com us support answer ANS00076952 Accessories Supported accessories sold separately can be configured through Settings This option may only ap...

Page 10: ...keys at the same time and tap Power off Confirm when prompted To restart your device press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time and tap Restart Confirm when prompted TIP To learn more about powering off your device from Settings tap Advanced features Side key How to power off your tablet NOTE Best 5G performance requires optimal 5G connection and unobstructed antennas rear of de...

Page 11: ...otes calendars and more from your old device Smart Switch can transfer your data via USB cable Wi Fi or computer Visit samsung com smartswitch for more information 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Bring data from old device 2 Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer 11 Getting started ...

Page 12: ... automatically when the screen times out For more information about screen locks see Lock screen and security Side key Press to lock Press to turn on the screen and then swipe the screen to unlock it Getting started 12 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 13: ...nd tap an option l Quick launch camera default l Open app Press and hold Choose which feature is launched when you press and hold the Side key 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Side key 2 Under the Press and hold heading tap an option l Wake Bixby default l Power off menu Accounts Set up and manage your accounts TIP Accounts may support email calendars contacts and other features Contact your ...

Page 14: ...ormation when resetting to factory settings For more information see Google Play Protect 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage accounts 2 Tap Add account Google Add a Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of Samsung apps From Settings tap Samsung account Add an Outlook account Sign in to your Outlook account to view and manag...

Page 15: ...bject on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty Tap Lightly touch items to select or launch them l Tap an item to select it l Double tap an image to zoom in or out Getting started 15 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 16: ...ough the Home screens or menu options Drag and drop Touch and hold an item and then move it to a new location l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen l Drag a widget to place it in a new location Getting started 16 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 17: ...in l Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out Touch and hold Touch and hold items to activate them l Touch and hold a field to display a pop up menu of options l Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen Getting started 17 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 18: ... navigate your device by using either the navigation buttons or full screen gestures Recent apps Home Back Getting started 18 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 19: ...m of the screen for an unobstructed screen experience Instead swipe to navigate your device 1 From Settings tap Display Navigation bar Swipe gestures to enable the feature 2 Tap an option to customize l More options Choose a gesture type and sensitivity l Gesture hint Display lines at the bottom of the screen where each screen gesture is located l Show button to hide keyboard Show an icon on the b...

Page 20: ...n and then tap Remove NOTE Removing an icon does not delete the app it just removes the icon from a Home screen Wallpaper Change the look of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture video or preloaded wallpaper 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen and then tap Wallpaper and style 2 Tap one of the following menus for available wallpapers My wallpapers Choose from featured ...

Page 21: ...eens enable Sync my edits if you want any edits made to that wallpaper to be applied to both screens Widgets Add widgets to your home screens for quick access to info or apps 1 From a Home screen touch and hold the screen 2 Tap Widgets and then tap a widget set to open it 3 Swipe to the widget you want to add to the Home screen and tap Add Customize Widgets Once you have added a widget you can cus...

Page 22: ... Show Apps screen button on Home screen Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen Lock Home screen layout Prevent items on the Home screen from being removed or repositioned Add new apps to Home screen Automatically add newly downloaded apps to the Home screen Hide apps Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens Return to this screen to restore hidden apps Hidden ap...

Page 23: ...icons Battery full Charging Mute Vibrate Airplane mode Bluetooth active Location active Alarm Notification icons New email Download Upload App update Configure display options for the Status bar TIP From Quick settings tap More options Status bar to configure settings for Status bar notifications 23 Getting started ...

Page 24: ...rds View the Notification panel You can access the Notification panel from any screen 1 Swipe down on the screen to display the Notification panel To open an item tap it To clear a single notification drag the notification left or right Getting started 24 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 25: ...fication panel 2 Swipe down again from the top of the screen to display Quick settings Tap a quick setting icon to turn it on or off Touch and hold a quick setting icon to open the setting Wi Fi Sound Bluetooth Auto rotate Airplane mode Do not disturb Power saving Location Eye comfort shield Dark mode Quick settings options The following options are available in Quick settings Finder search search...

Page 26: ... if the device is near a magnet S Pen button Air Actions The S Pen can be used to perform remote functions using the button and movements or gestures You can set up shortcuts to your favorite apps navigate screens on your devices complete actions and more The S Pen remote feature is only supported by Samsung approved S Pens with Bluetooth Low Energy BLE If the S Pen is too far from the device or i...

Page 27: ... Anywhere actions are configurable shortcuts that are accessed by holding the S Pen button while making one of the following gestures up down left right or shake These can be accessed from any screen and can include navigation S Pen features or apps Action Gesture Back Left to right Recents Right to left Home Up and down Smart select Down and up Screen write Zigzag 1 From Settings tap Advanced fea...

Page 28: ...d features S Pen Air actions 2 Under General app actions tap an action to change it Air view Hover the S Pen over the screen to preview content or view information about an item on the screen The following Air view features are available Preview an email message before opening it Preview the contents of a photo album or enlarge a picture Preview a video and navigate to a specific scene by hovering...

Page 29: ...he S Pen near the screen so that the pointer appears and then press the S Pen button once 2 Tap an option Create note Launch a new note in the Samsung Notes app View all notes Launch the Samsung Notes app and view a listing of the notes you have created Getting started 29 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 30: ...tions and by changing how the Air command menu appears Create note Launch a new note directly in the Samsung Notes app For more information see Samsung Notes Tap Air command Create note View all notes Launch the Samsung Notes app and view a listing of the notes you have created Tap Air command View all notes Smart select The Smart select feature allows you to copy content from any screen You can t...

Page 31: ...tured and a pen tool appears The following editing tools are provided Crop Drag the edges of the screen to crop the captured content Pen type Draw on the screenshot Tap the Pen icon a second time to change the pen tip size and color Eraser Erase the writing or drawings on the screenshot Undo Reverse the last action Redo Repeat the last action that was undone Share Choose a sharing method to share ...

Page 32: ...ckground options l Collection See all live messages you have created l Gallery Pick an image or video for the background l Camera Capture an image to use for the background l Color Pick a color for the background 3 Follow the prompts to begin creating your live message 4 Tap Done to save Getting started 32 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for referenc...

Page 33: ... 2 Select either the front or rear cameras by tapping Switch cameras 3 Position the camera so that your target is in the center of the screen 4 Use the S Pen to draw a doodle The doodle follows the movements of the face in real time 5 Tap Record to save a video of your AR Doodle Getting started 33 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 34: ...ap Sound to hear the word pronounced in the source language Tap Copy to save the selected text and the translation to your clipboard 5 Tap Close to close Translate PENUP Use the S Pen to draw color edit and share live drawings For more information see PENUP Tap Air command PENUP Add shortcuts You can customize the Air command menu by adding shortcuts to apps and functions 1 Tap Air command Add 2 T...

Page 35: ...ure how the remote control functions while using apps l S Pen unlock Use the S Pen button to unlock the device A secure screen lock must be set to use this feature l Screen off memo Create memos without turning on the screen Screen off memos are saved in Samsung Notes l Quick create notes Press and hold the S Pen button then tap the screen twice with your S Pen to start a new note l S Pen to text ...

Page 36: ... your device to show a warning if you leave your S Pen and walk away while the screen is off Feedback l Sounds Set your device to make sounds when writing on the screen General l Tips for using your S Pen Find out how to use S Pen features l About S Pen View version information for the S Pen features l Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members Bixby Bixby is a virtual assistant th...

Page 37: ...ranslation QR code detection landmark recognition or shopping Camera Bixby Vision is available on the Camera viewfinder to help understand what you see From Camera tap More Bixby Vision and follow the prompts Gallery Bixby Vision can be used on pictures and images saved in the Gallery app 1 From Gallery tap a picture to view it 2 Tap Bixby Vision and follow the prompts Internet Bixby Vision can he...

Page 38: ...an app each day Unlocks View how many times an app has been opened each day Your goals Screen time Set a screen time goal and view your daily average App timers Set a daily limit for how long you use each app Ways to disconnect Focus mode Limit app usage for set periods of time to avoid distractions from your device Bedtime mode Schedule when to change the screen to grayscale and mute calls alerts...

Page 39: ...cs and security Face recognition 2 Follow the prompts to register your face Face recognition management Customize how face recognition works From Settings tap Biometrics and security Face recognition Remove face data Delete existing faces Add alternative appearance to enhance recognition Enhance face recognition by adding an alternative appearance Face unlock Enable or disable face recognition sec...

Page 40: ...your identity when logging in to your Samsung account To use your fingerprint to unlock your device you must set a pattern PIN or password 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints 2 Follow the prompts to register your fingerprint Fingerprint management Add delete and rename fingerprints From Settings tap Biometrics and security Fingerprints for the following options The list of reg...

Page 41: ...ion when you use fingerprint verification About unlocking with biometrics Read details on the requirements each biometric security feature has for using your pattern PIN or password as a backup About fingerprints Learn additional information about securing your device with fingerprints Biometrics settings Configure your preferences for biometric security options From Settings tap Biometrics and se...

Page 42: ...ced features Samsung DeX 2 Tap to turn on the feature 3 Follow the instructions on your device to connect to your monitor TV or PC If connecting to a PC download the DeX app on to your computer at samsungdex com Continue apps on other devices This feature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account 1 From Settings tap Ad...

Page 43: ...e size of their windows Split screen control 1 From any screen tap Recent apps 2 Tap the app icon and then tap Open in split screen view 3 Tap an app in the other window to add it to the split screen view Drag the middle of the window border to adjust the window size Getting started 43 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 44: ...border to resize the windows 2 Tap the middle of the window border for the following options Rotate clockwise Rotate the screens clockwise to change the orientation of the split Switch window Swap the two windows Add app pair to Edge panel Create and add an app pair shortcut to the Apps panel on the Edge screen 44 Getting started ...

Page 45: ...re Edge handle Swipe to the center of the screen to open the Edge panels Apps panel You can add apps in two columns to the Apps panel 1 From any screen drag the Edge handle to the center of the screen Swipe until the Apps panel is displayed 2 Tap an app or app pair shortcut to open it You can also tap Options button All apps for the complete app list l To open additional windows in pop up view dra...

Page 46: ...n the columns on the right To change the order of the apps on the panel drag each app to the desired location To remove an app tap Remove 3 Tap Back to save changes Configure Edge panels You can customize the Edge panels 1 From Settings tap Display Edge panels Panels 2 The following options are available Checkbox Enable or disable each panel Edit if available Configure individual panels More optio...

Page 47: ...Lock handle position Enable to prevent the handle position from being moved when touched and held Style Choose a color for the Edge handle Transparency Drag the slider to adjust the transparency of the Edge handle Size Drag the slider to adjust the size of the Edge handle Width Drag the slider to adjust the width of the Edge handle About Edge panels You can view the current software version and li...

Page 48: ...Enter text Text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice Expand toolbar Getting started 48 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 49: ...conversations Translate Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them into another language Samsung Pass Use biometrics for quick secure access to your personal data and online accounts Spotify Add music from Spotify YouTube Add videos from YouTube Emojis Insert an emoji GIFs Add animated GIFs Bitmoji Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers Mojitok Create your own sticker...

Page 50: ...at you type 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 Customize additional typing options Style and layout Keyboard toolbar View or hide the keyboard toolbar High contrast keyboard Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors...

Page 51: ...handwriting is converted to text and you can edit the converted text with the S Pen l Select third party content to use Enable third party keyboard features l Reset to default settings Return keyboard to original settings and clear personalized data l About Samsung keyboard View version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard l Contact us Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members 51 G...

Page 52: ...ing enter text by speaking From the Samsung keyboard tap Voice input and speak your text Return to keyboard Open settings Getting started 52 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 53: ...t 2 Tap Settings for options Keyboard language Choose the language for the keyboard Voice input language Select the language for Samsung voice input Hide offensive words Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks About Samsung voice input View version and legal information for Samsung voice input 53 Getting started ...

Page 54: ...e 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 Single take Record videos Camera settings Gallery View pictures Edit pictures Play video Video brightness Edit video Share pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos Group similar images Take a screenshot Screen recorder ...

Page 55: ...mera app From Apps tap Camera TIP Quickly press the Side key twice to open the Camera app Shooting modes Gallery Switch cameras Capture Zoom Settings Camera and Gallery 55 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 56: ...al 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 photos Photo Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for pictures Video Allow the camera to determine the ideal settings for videos More Choose other available shooting modes Tap Add to drag modes int...

Page 57: ...ng features are available AR Emoji Studio Use AR tools to create and customize your My Emoji avatar AR Emoji Camera Use the camera to create your My Emoji avatar AR Emoji Stickers Add AR stickers to your My Emoji avatar Deco Pic Decorate photos or videos in real time with the camera Single take Capture more in each shot by taking both photos and videos at the same time This shooting mode uses AI t...

Page 58: ...r Automatically adjust the color settings of your pictures to match the subject matter Shot suggestions Get on screen guides to help you line up great shots Scan QR codes Automatically detect QR codes when using the camera Pictures Swipe Shutter button to Choose to either take a burst shot or create a GIF when you swipe the shutter to the nearest edge Picture formats Choose file formats and other ...

Page 59: ...extra shutter button that you can move anywhere on the screen Show palm Hold your hand out with your palm facing the camera to have your picture taken in a few seconds Settings to keep Choose whether to launch Camera with the same shooting mode selfie angle and filters as the last time Storage location Select a memory location A memory card not included must be installed to view Storage location W...

Page 60: ...tored on your device You can view edit and manage pictures and videos From Apps tap Gallery Group similar images Sort images into custom albums Camera and Gallery 60 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 61: ...of the background in your portrait photos by dragging the slider Copy to clipboard Copy the image to paste in another app Set as wallpaper Set the picture as wallpaper Move to Secure Folder Move the picture to a Secure Folder Print Send the picture to a connected printer Edit pictures Enhance your pictures using the Gallery s editing tools 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap a picture to view it and...

Page 62: ... features tap More Details View and edit information about the video Open in Video player View this video in the default video player Move to Secure Folder Add this video to your Secure Folder 3 Tap Play video to play the video Video brightness Enhance the image quality of your videos to enjoy brighter and more vivid colors From Settings tap Advanced features Video brightness and choose an option ...

Page 63: ...nd videos from the Gallery app 1 From Gallery tap Pictures 2 Tap More options Edit and select the pictures or videos you want to share 3 Tap Share and then choose an app or connection to use for sharing your selection Follow the prompts Delete pictures and videos Delete pictures and videos stored on your device 1 From Gallery tap More options Edit 2 Tap pictures and videos to select them 3 Tap Del...

Page 64: ...es Motions and gestures Palm swipe to capture 2 Tap to enable this feature Screenshot settings Modify screenshot settings From Settings tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder l Screenshot toolbar Show additional options after you take a screenshot l Hide status and navigation bars Do not display the status bar or navigation bars on screenshots l Delete shared screenshots Automatical...

Page 65: ...video to include a recording from your front camera 4 Tap Stop to finish recording These are automatically saved to the Screen recordings album in the Gallery Screen recorder settings Control the sound and quality settings for the screen recorder From Settings tap Advanced features Screenshots and screen recorder l Sound Choose what sounds to record while using the screen recorder l Video quality ...

Page 66: ...Apps Using apps Samsung apps Google apps Microsoft apps 66 ...

Page 67: ... touch and hold an app and tap Uninstall Disable Search for apps If you are not sure where to find an app or a setting you can use the Search feature 1 From Apps tap Search and enter a word or words As you type matching apps and settings appear as results on the screen 2 Tap a result to go to that app TIP You can customize the search settings by tapping More options Settings Sort apps App shortcut...

Page 68: ... and tap Add to Home Delete a folder When you delete a folder the app shortcuts return to the Apps list 1 From Apps touch and hold a folder to delete 2 Tap Delete folder and confirm when prompted Game Booster Get optimized performance while playing games based on your usage Block notifications and enable features to improve your gaming experience While playing a game swipe up from the bottom of th...

Page 69: ...apps The following apps may be preloaded or downloaded over the air to your device during setup Apps can be downloaded from Galaxy Store and the Google Play store Options may vary by carrier AR Zone Bixby Galaxy Store Game Launcher PENUP Samsung Flow Samsung Free Samsung Global Goals Samsung TV Plus SmartThings Tips Voice Recorder Calculator Calendar Clock Contacts Internet My Files Samsung Health...

Page 70: ...browse through the pages for something to add to your personal collection This community brings together anyone that uses the S Pen to draw sketch scribble or paint Samsung Flow Connect your phone and tablet with Samsung Flow You can then view notifications and reply to messages from your phone on your connected tablet You can also use Mobile hotspot to access the Internet on your tablet through y...

Page 71: ...nvironment through a mobile device to fit your specific needs You can use the app to connect multiple devices at once or one device at a time Check the status of your devices by looking at the dashboard NOTE Non Samsung connected device errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty contact the non Samsung device manufacturer for support Tips View tips and techniques as well as the user...

Page 72: ...basic and scientific math functions as well as a unit converter History View past calculations Unit converter Convert between measurements Apps 72 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 73: ...s online accounts to consolidate all your calendars in one place Tap to view event Navigation drawer Add event Go to today s date Stickers Search Write Apps 73 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 74: ...otification and hear a short sound Medium Get a full screen alert and hear a short sound Strong Get a full screen alert and ring sound that persist until dismissed 2 Depending on the alert style selected above the following sound options are available Short sound Choose the alert sound for Light or Medium alert styles Long sound Choose the alert sound for the Strong alert style Create an event Use...

Page 75: ...e Clock app offers features for keeping track of time and setting alarms Turn alarm on or off Add alarm Apps 75 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 76: ...uses vibration alert Snooze Allow snoozing Set interval and repeat values for the alarm while snoozing 3 Tap Save to save the alarm TIP To add your sleep schedule create a bedtime reminder and automatically put your device in Bedtime mode tap More options Set bedtime and wake up time Delete an alarm You can delete an alarm that you created 1 From Clock touch and hold an alarm 2 Tap Delete Alert se...

Page 77: ...e and add to your list of cities Search Find a particular place Globe Drag to spin and see times around the world 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap Add city 3 Drag the globe to spin it tap the city you want and then tap Add To remove a city touch and hold it and tap Delete Apps 77 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 78: ...utomatically updated To return the clock to the current time tap Reset Weather settings Show weather information on your World clock 1 From Clock tap World clock 2 Tap More options Settings Show weather to enable or disable weather information 3 Tap Temperature to change from Fahrenheit to Celsius Stopwatch The Stopwatch lets you time events down to a hundredth of a second 1 From Clock tap Stopwat...

Page 79: ... save the timer To edit a saved preset timer tap More options Edit preset timers Timer options You can customize the Timer options 1 From Clock tap Timer 2 Tap More options Settings Sound Choose a preloaded timer sound or add your own Vibration Enable vibration for the timer Show mini timer Show a pop up window of the timer when the Clock app is minimized General settings View and configure settin...

Page 80: ... with personal accounts added to your device Accounts may also support email calendars and other features Add profile picture Add delete and expand fields Apps 80 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 81: ...e grouped at the top of your contact list and easily accessible from other apps 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Favorites to mark the contact as a favorite To remove the contact from Favorites tap Favorites Share a contact Share a contact with others by using various sharing methods and services 1 From Contacts tap a contact 2 Tap Share 3 Tap either Share as file or Share as text 4 Choose a sh...

Page 82: ...Contacts tap Show navigation menu Groups 2 Tap Create group and then tap fields to enter information about the group Group name Enter a name for the new group Add member Select contacts to add to the new group and then tap Done 3 Tap Save Add or remove group contacts Add more contacts to a group or remove contacts From Contacts tap Show navigation menu Groups and then tap a group To remove a conta...

Page 83: ...pts Delete a group Delete a group you have created 1 From Contacts tap Show navigation menu Groups and then tap a group 2 Tap More options Delete To only delete the group tap Delete group only To delete the group and the contacts in the group tap Delete group and move members to the trash Manage contacts You can import or export contacts as well as link multiple contacts into one contact entry Imp...

Page 84: ...t by linking entries into a single contact 1 From Contacts tap Show navigation menu Manage contacts 2 Tap Merge contacts Contacts with duplicate phone numbers email addresses and names will be listed together 3 Tap the contacts to select them and tap Merge Delete contacts Delete a single contact or multiple contacts 1 From Contacts touch and hold a contact to select it You can also tap other conta...

Page 85: ...atures with Secret Mode Biometric Web Login and Contents Blocker Access Bookmarks Reload webpage Add to Bookmarks Navigate Access Tabs TIP Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung internet for more information Apps 85 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 86: ...ave a web page There are several options to save a webpage in the Samsung Internet app From Internet tap Tools Add page to for the following options Bookmarks Add the webpage to your Bookmark list Quick access View a list of commonly accessed or saved webpages Home screen Create a shortcut to the webpage on your Home screen Saved pages Save the webpage content on your device so that you can access...

Page 87: ...wsing in secret mode Secret mode settings Require a password or biometric lock to use secret mode 1 From Internet tap Tabs 2 Tap More options Secret mode settings for the following options Use password Create a password to enable secret mode Face Use Face recognition to keep Secret mode private Fingerprints Use Fingerprint scanner to keep Secret mode private Reset Secret mode Erase your secret mod...

Page 88: ... 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 Apps 88 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 89: ...isplayed deleted and access mobile data Analyze storage Choose a file size to flag when analyzing storage Privacy View the permissions for My Files Samsung Health Use Samsung Health to plan track various aspects of daily life contributing to well being such as physical activity diet and sleep For more information visit samsung com us support owners app samsung health NOTE The information gathered ...

Page 90: ...xercise regimen 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 Dizziness or loss of consciousness Shortness of breath with mild exertion or at rest or when lying down or going to bed Ankle swelling especially at night A heart murmur or a rapid or pronounced heartbeat Mu...

Page 91: ...s and music You can share your notes easily using social networking services Visit samsung com us support owners app samsung notes to learn more Set text options Insert Assign a title Navigate up Apps 91 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 92: ...o create content while audio is being recorded Edit notes Make edits to notes you create 1 From Samsung Notes tap a note to view it 2 Tap Edit and make changes 3 When you are finished tap Navigate up Notes options You can edit sort or manage notes From Samsung Notes the following options are available Import PDFs Open a PDF in Samsung Notes Search Search for a keyword More options Edit Select note...

Page 93: ... options Samsung Notes settings View settings for the Samsung Notes app All notes View all notes Shared notebooks View notebooks shared with your contacts through your Samsung account Trash View deleted notes for up to 15 days Folders View notes by groups Manage folders Add remove and organize groups 93 Apps ...

Page 94: ...okmarks and address bar data from your computer to your mobile device Visit support google com chrome to learn more Drive Open view rename and share files saved to your Google Drive cloud account Visit support google com drive to learn more Duo Make cross platform video calls on phones and tablets smart devices and on the web Visit support google com duo to learn more Gmail Send and receive email ...

Page 95: ...n Visit support google com maps to learn more Messages Send a receive messages over Wi Fi or data with Google s official app for texting and chat Visit support google com messages to learn more Photos Store and back up your photos and videos automatically to your Google Account with Google Photos Visit support google com photos to learn more Google Play Movies TV Watch movies and TV shows purchase...

Page 96: ...nd 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 Music Stream and browse playlists albums and artists from YouTube Music 96 Apps ...

Page 97: ...tlook Access email calendar contacts tasks and more in Outlook See Add an Outlook account Visit support office com en us article outlook for ios and android help cd84214e a5ac 4e95 9ea3 e07f78d0cde6 to learn more Add attachment Send message Show formatting options Apps 97 Devices and software are constantly evolving the illustrations you see here are for reference only ...

Page 98: ... PowerPoint apps on your mobile device with the Microsoft Office mobile app OneDrive Store and share photos videos documents and more in your free online OneDrive account accessible from your personal computer tablet or phone 98 Apps ...

Page 99: ...Settings Access Settings Connections Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Device maintenance Lock screen and security Accounts Accessibility Other settings 99 ...

Page 100: ...ns Manage connections between your device and a variety of networks and other devices Wi Fi Bluetooth Airplane mode Mobile networks Data usage Mobile hotspot Tethering Nearby device scanning Connect to a printer Virtual Private Networks Private DNS Ethernet Wi Fi You can connect your device to a Wi Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi ...

Page 101: ...mera to scan a QR code Advanced Wi Fi settings You can configure connections to various types of Wi Fi networks and hotspots manage saved networks and look up your device s network addresses Options may vary by carrier 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap More options Advanced Sync with Samsung Cloud account Sync Wi Fi profiles with your Samsung account Switch ...

Page 102: ...pps that have recently turned your Wi Fi on or off Hotspot 2 0 Connect automatically to Wi Fi networks that support Hotspot 2 0 Install network certificates Install authentication certificates Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi Direct uses Wi Fi to share data between devices 1 From Settings tap Connections Wi Fi and then tap to turn on Wi Fi 2 Tap More options Wi Fi Direct 3 Tap a device and then follow the promp...

Page 103: ...e tap Bluetooth to use this feature Rename a paired device You can rename a paired device to make it easier to recognize 1 From Settings tap Connections Bluetooth and then tap to turn on Bluetooth 2 Tap Settings next to the device name and then tap Rename 3 Enter a new name and tap Rename Unpair from a Bluetooth device When you unpair from a Bluetooth device the two devices no longer recognize eac...

Page 104: ...l history View apps that have used Bluetooth recently l Block pairing requests Add devices to block pairing requests l Bluetooth scan history View which apps have recently scanned for nearby Bluetooth devices and manage Bluetooth features for apps Airplane mode Airplane mode turns off all network connections including calling texting mobile data Wi Fi and Bluetooth While Airplane mode is enabled y...

Page 105: ...ess to mobile networks while roaming Roaming state Enable or disable data while roaming on other mobile networks Signal strength View mobile signal strength Access Point Names Choose or add APNs which have the network settings your device needs to connect to your provider Network operators Choose available and preferred networks Network extenders Scan for cells that can extend your network connect...

Page 106: ...ng Enable mobile data services while roaming internationally Mobile data only apps Set apps to always use mobile data even when your device is connected to Wi Fi Alert me about data usage Enable alerts for when your mobile data usage reaches the amount you chose Mobile data usage View data usage over mobile connections over a period of time You can view total usage as well as usage by app Billing ...

Page 107: ...pot settings You can customize your mobile hotspot s security and connection settings 1 From Settings tap Connections Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile hotspot 2 Tap Configure for the following settings Network name View and change the name of your Mobile hotspot Security Choose the security level for your Mobile hotspot Password If you choose a security level that uses a password you can view o...

Page 108: ...et up connections to other available devices by turning on Nearby device scanning This feature sends you a notification when there are available devices to connect to 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings Nearby device scanning 2 Tap to turn on the feature Connect to a printer Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi Fi network to easily print documents and images from yo...

Page 109: ...From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap Settings next to a VPN 3 Edit the VPN and tap Save or tap Delete to remove the VPN Connect to a VPN Once you have set up a VPN connecting to and disconnecting from a VPN is easy 1 From Settings tap Connections More connection settings VPN 2 Tap a VPN enter your log in information and tap Connect l To disconnect tap the VPN and then t...

Page 110: ...ons Volume Notification sound System sound themes System sounds and vibration Dolby Atmos Equalizer UHQ upscaler Adapt sound Separate app sound Sound mode You can change the sound mode on your device without using the volume keys From Settings tap Sounds and vibration and then choose a mode Sound Use the sounds vibrations and volume levels you have chosen in Sound settings for notifications and al...

Page 111: ...ragging the sliders Volume Set the volume level for notifications media and system sounds From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Volume and drag the sliders for each sound type TIP You can also use the Volume keys to adjust the volume When pressed a pop up menu shows the volume level and current sound type You can tap the menu to expand it and then adjust the volume of the other sound types by dra...

Page 112: ...the volume setting tap Set volume limit PIN Notification sound Choose a preset sound for all notification alerts 1 From Settings tap Sounds and vibration Notification sound 2 Tap a sound to hear a preview and select it TIP You can also customize notifications sounds to be unique for each app using the App settings menu System sound themes Choose a sound theme to use for touch interactions charging...

Page 113: ... when typing with the Samsung keyboard Vibration Touch interactions Vibrate when you tap navigation buttons or touch and hold items on the screen Dialing keypad Vibrate when dialing numbers on the Phone keypad Navigation gestures Vibrate when using gestures Charging Vibrate when a charger is connected Samsung keyboard Vibrate when typing with the Samsung keyboard Dolby Atmos Enjoy Dolby Atmos qual...

Page 114: ... and vibration Sound quality and effects Adapt sound 2 Tap Adapt sound for to select when to change the sound settings 3 Tap the sound profile that fits you best and tap Settings to customize TIP Tap Test my hearing to let your device identify the best sound for you Separate app sound You can choose to have an app play only media sound on a Bluetooth speaker or headset separate from the other soun...

Page 115: ...able customization of your notification colors lighting style and included apps Included apps View brief notifications for your apps Brief pop up settings Customize the Edge lighting style colors and enable notifications to show even while the screen is off Detailed Enable the default Samsung Notification settings Recently sent notifications You can view a list of apps that have sent notifications...

Page 116: ...your device in Do not disturb mode Exceptions Calls messages and conversations Tap to allow Do not disturb exceptions Alarms and sounds Enable sounds and vibrations for alarms events and reminders while Do not disturb mode is active Apps Add apps that you would like to receive notifications from in Do not disturb mode Call message and conversation notifications will still reach you even if you don...

Page 117: ... notifications Get applicable suggestions for actions to notifications and replies to messages Show snooze button Enable to display a button to quickly snooze your notifications Notification reminders Enable and customize periodic reminders about notifications from selected apps and services Clear notifications to stop the reminders App icon badges Identify which apps have active notifications wit...

Page 118: ...s tap Display for the following options l Light Apply a light color theme to your device default l Dark Apply a dark color theme to your device l Dark mode settings Customize when and where Dark mode is applied Turn on as scheduled Configure Dark mode for either Sunset to sunrise or Custom schedule Screen brightness Adjust the screen brightness according to lighting conditions or personal preferen...

Page 119: ...stom Drag the Color temperature slider to set the opacity of the filter Screen mode Your device has several screen mode options which adjust the screen quality for different situations You can select the mode according to your preference 1 From Settings tap Display Screen mode 2 Tap an option to set a different screen mode Font size and style You can change the font size and style to customize you...

Page 120: ... Touch sensitivity Increase the touch sensitivity of the screen for use with screen protectors From Settings tap Display Touch sensitivity to enable Screen saver You can display colors or photos when the screen turns off or while charging 1 From Settings tap Display Screen saver 2 Choose one of the following options None Do not display a screen saver Colors Tap the selector to display a changing s...

Page 121: ... screen Turn off the screen by double tapping instead of using the Side key From Settings tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Double tap to turn off screen to enable this feature Keep screen on while viewing Use the front camera to detect when you re looking at the screen to keep it turned on From Settings tap Advanced features Motions and gestures Keep screen on while viewing and tap to en...

Page 122: ...ware 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 tap Battery and device care Battery for the following options Usage since last full charge View your recent battery usage by time app and service Power saving Save battery life by limiting background network usage ...

Page 123: ...emory card When you install an optional memory card it is automatically mounted connected to the device and prepared for use However should you unmount the card without removing it from the device you need to mount it before it can be accessed 1 From Settings tap Battery and device care Storage 2 Swipe the screen to SD card and then tap Mount Remove a memory card To prevent damage to information s...

Page 124: ...your device From Settings tap Battery and device care Memory The used and available memory are shown Tap Clean now to free up as much memory as possible Tap View more 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 include or exclude these apps and s...

Page 125: ...g support through Samsung members About Device care View version and license information about the Device care feature Language and input Configure 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 it will move to the next supported language in your ...

Page 126: ...Reset Reset the speech rate and pitch Keyboard list and default Change your default keyboard modify built in keyboards and change keyboard settings From Settings tap General management Keyboard list and default for the following options Default keyboard Choose a default keyboard for your device s menus and keyboards Samsung keyboard Modify settings for the Samsung keyboard Google voice typing Modi...

Page 127: ...ouse button to be your primary button Secondary button Choose the action of your secondary mouse button Middle button Choose the action of your middle mouse button Additional button 1 Choose an action for another available mouse button Additional button 2 Choose an action for another available mouse button Physical keyboards Customize options when you have a physical keyboard connected to your dev...

Page 128: ...ings tap General management Date and time The following options are available Automatic date and time Receive date and time updates from your wireless network When Automatic date 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 Select time zone Choose a new ...

Page 129: ...e Smart updates Install security updates automatically Use software upgrade assistant Install a tool to install system updates Reset Reset device and network settings You can also reset your device to its factory defaults Reset all settings You can reset your device to its factory default settings which resets everything except the security language and account settings Personal data is not affect...

Page 130: ...y to restart your device 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 Any data stored on an external SD card is not affected If yo...

Page 131: ...unt information to verify your identity For more information visit samsung com us support answer ANS00083965 Enable Google Device Protection Adding a Google Account to your device and setting a Lock screen automatically activates Google Device Protection Disable Google Device Protection To disable Google Device Protection you can either remove all Google Accounts from the device or remove the Lock...

Page 132: ...ensitive data on your device For more information see Biometric security Set a secure screen lock It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock Pattern PIN or Password This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks 1 From Settings tap Lock screen Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock Pattern PIN or Password 2 Tap to enable showing notifications on the loc...

Page 133: ...mic Lock Screen Clock style Set the type and color of the clock on the Lock screen Roaming clock Show the time both where you are and at home while you are roaming Widgets Enable widgets on the Lock screen to get quick access to useful information Contact information Show your contact information such as your phone number or email address Notifications Select which notifications to display on the ...

Page 134: ...o use Find My Mobile For more information visit samsung com us support owners app find my mobile Turn 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 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Find My Mobile 2 Tap to enable Find My Mobile and log in to your Samsung account T...

Page 135: ...s to access your favorite services with biometric data You must sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Pass 1 From Settings tap Biometrics and security Samsung Pass 2 Sign in to your Samsung account and add your biometric data Secure Folder You can create a secure folder on your device to protect private content and apps from anyone who may be using your device You must sign in to your Sam...

Page 136: ...m Settings tap Biometrics and security Encrypt SD card 2 Tap Delete all data and encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory card NOTE Performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing an encrypted SD card Before initiating a Factory data reset make sure to decrypt the installed SD card first Decrypt SD card You can decrypt an optional memory c...

Page 137: ...ap Biometrics and security Other security settings Set up SIM card lock and follow the prompts Tap Lock SIM card to turn on the feature Tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN View passwords You can have characters displayed briefly in password fields as you type them From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings Make passwords visible to turn on the feature Device administ...

Page 138: ...ontents from the device and reset the password Certificate management app Select a certification management app for credential contents Advanced security settings You can use these options to configure advanced security settings to better protect your device From Settings tap Biometrics and security Other security settings for the following options Trust agents Allow trusted devices to perform sel...

Page 139: ...g an app or service for the first time that wants to access certain features of your device a dialog box asks if you want to permit such access Controls and alerts Control app access to the camera microphone and clipboard 1 From Settings tap Privacy 2 Under Controls and alerts tap the following options to enable or disable Camera access Allow apps to use the camera if they have the appropriate per...

Page 140: ...problems Google Privacy Customize Android and Google privacy features 1 From Settings tap Privacy 2 Under Google tap privacy services to customize them Location Location services use a combination of GPS mobile network and Wi Fi to determine the location of your device 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services TIP Some apps require location services be turned on for full func...

Page 141: ...s View a list of apps that have requested your location 1 From Settings tap Location 2 Tap to turn on Location services 3 Tap an entry under Recent access to view the app s settings Emergency Location Service If Emergency Location Service ELS is supported in your region when you call or text an emergency number your device can automatically send its location to emergency response partners 1 From S...

Page 142: ...he account types 3 Follow the prompts to enter your credentials and set up the account l Tap Auto sync data to enable automatic updates to your accounts Account settings Each account has its own custom settings You can configure common settings for all accounts of the same type Account settings and available features vary between account types 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Manage account...

Page 143: ...low only limited access to apps and content Switch User Profiles To access the device with a different user profile From a Lock screen tap Manage users and tap a user or profile from the list Delete a User or Profile 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup Users 2 Tap a user profile 3 Tap Delete user and then confirm when prompted NOTE Only the device owner can delete other users or profiles Delet...

Page 144: ...kup data Google Account You can enable backup of your information to your Google Account 1 From Settings tap Accounts and backup 2 Under Google Drive tap Back up data External storage transfer You can back up your data to an SD card or a USB storage device or restore backup data using Smart Switch For more information see Bring data from an old device From Settings tap Accounts and backup External...

Page 145: ...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 features you may want to enable From Settings tap Accessibility Recommended for you to view recommendations TalkBack Use special controls and settings that let you navigate without needing to see the screen 1 From Settings tap A...

Page 146: ...ontrast with the background High contrast keyboard Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys and the background Highlight buttons Show buttons with shaded backgrounds to make them stand out better against the wallpaper Color inversion Reverse the display of colors from white text on a black background to black text on a white background...

Page 147: ...ay vary by carrier Sounds You can adjust audio quality when using hearing aids or earphones From Settings tap Accessibility Hearing enhancements and tap an option 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 and subtitle services Sound notifications Rec...

Page 148: ... users with reduced dexterity Voice Access Voice Access lets 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 respond to notifications and alarms From Settings tap Accessibility Interaction and dexterity and tap an option Interaction control Customize areas of screen interactions hardkeys and the...

Page 149: ...g to wait before accepting a second press from the same key which helps avoid accidentally pressing the same key multiple times Advanced settings You can customize additional accessibility features and services for your device TIP Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded from the Google Play store Accessibility shortcuts From Settings tap Accessibility Advanced settings and tap an option Ac...

Page 150: ... modes to read text aloud describe scenes detect colors and more Installed apps You can install additional assistance services for your device From Settings tap Accessibility Installed apps NOTE Additional accessibility services are listed and configured here after they are installed About Accessibility Legal and license information about the current Accessibility software is available in Settings...

Page 151: ...uick Share Labs About tablet Tips and help View tips and techniques as well as the user manual for your device From Settings tap Tips and help Dual Messenger Use two separate accounts for the same app 1 From Settings tap Advanced features Dual Messenger 2 Tap next to supported apps to enable the feature for each app l To select which contacts have access to the secondary messenger app tap Use sepa...

Page 152: ...ly Board to Apps screen Start Daily Board anytime with a tap Auto start when charging Daily Board will start if your tablet is locked or you are on the Home screen when you start charging About Daily Board View the app version and other information Smart suggestions Get suggestions for useful actions such as calendar events to add and messages to send based on how you use your device From Settings...

Page 153: ...lution videos will be converted to standard resolution videos Link sharing history View sharing history for your Samsung account Use Wi Fi only Tap to enable Quick Share only when connected to Wi Fi Auto delete expired files Tap to select an option to manage how your files are deleted or to turn the setting off Privacy notice Explains how Samsung handles your information when you use Quick share s...

Page 154: ...information 2 Tap additional items to view more information about your device TIP You can view your device s FCC ID from About tablet Status information 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 kno...

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