Samsung GALAXY TAB User Manual

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Page 2 - ANDROID TABLET

4Default Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Power Sa

Page 3 - Intellectual Property

Applications 94DriveUse the Google Drive app to open, view, rename, and share your Google Docs and files.1. Touch Drive.2. Sign in to your Goog

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95GmailSend and receive email with Gmail, Google’s web-based email. To uch Gmail.For more information, refer to “Gmail” on page 65.GoogleUse this

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Applications 96Hancom ViewerHancom Office Viewer opens and manages Hancom Office Hanword (*.hwp) and Hanshow (*.show) documents.1. Touch Hanco

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97MapsUse Google Maps to find your current location, get directions, and other location-based information.Note: You must enable location services to u

Page 7 - Table of Contents

Applications 98MusicPlay music and other audio files that you copy from your computer. Touch Music.For more information, refer to “Music Pla

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99Searching for a File To uch Search, and then enter search criteria.Viewing Storage Information To uch Storage to view memory information for

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Applications 100Play GamesDiscover hundreds of games for download and purchase through the Google Play Store.Visit play.google.com/store/apps/ca

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101S VoiceUse this application to command the device by voice to perform various functions.1. Touch S Voice.2. Read the information on the Say what y

Page 11 - Section 1: Getting Started

Applications 102Screen SaverWhen your tablet screen automatically times out, instead of a blank screen, enable the Galaxy Tab 4 Screen Saver, wh

Page 12 - Battery Indicator

103World ClockUse this application to check the time of many major cities in the world.1. Touch World Clock.A list of the locations you have added di

Page 13 - Charging the Battery

5Section 1: Getting StartedThis section helps you to quickly start using your device.Understanding This User ManualThe sections of this manual general

Page 14 - Device Off

Settings 104Section 10: SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Accessing

Page 15 - Setting Up Your Device

105Settings ScreenSome options are enabled or disabled by touching the OFF/ON button to turn the option ON or OFF . For some options, you must touch

Page 16 - Registering Your NOOK

Settings 106Airplane ModeAirplane mode allows you to use many of your tablet’s features, such as the camera, music and video apps, etc. when you

Page 17 - Creating a New NOOK Account

107LocationYour device only acquires your location when you allow it. To use location-based services, you must first enable location services on your

Page 18 - Securing Your Device

Settings 108My PlacesYou can save your favorite locations for use with services that require location information. This information can improve

Page 19 - Unlocking the Device

109VPNThe VPN settings menu allows you to set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).Adding a VPNNote: You must set a screen lock PIN or passwo

Page 20 - Features

Settings 1101. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connections tab ➔ Nearby devices.2. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn Nearby devices ON

Page 21 - Front and Sides

111NotificationsSelect a default ringtone for message, alarm, and other notifications.1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Device tab ➔ Sound

Page 22 - Back, Top, and Bottom

Settings 112DisplayUse the Display settings to configure the way your device’s screen operates. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ De

Page 23 - Navigating Your Device

113Lock ScreenScreen SecurityChoose settings for unlocking your screen. For more information about using the lock and unlock features, see “Securing Y

Page 24 - Using the Touch Screen

Getting Started 6Text ConventionsThis manual provides condensed information about how to use your device. To make this possible, the following t

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Settings 114Pattern OptionsThe options are available when Pattern is selected:• Clock widget options: Set the size of the Clock widget that is d

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115Password OptionsThe options are available when Password is selected:• Clock widget options: Set the size of the Clock widget that is displayed on y

Page 27 - Multi Window Panel

Settings 116FontSet the font for screen displays and the size you want it to display.1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Device tab ➔

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117AccessibilityAccessibility services are special features to make using the device easier for those with certain physical disabilities. Use the Acce

Page 29 - Home Screen

Settings 118Services•TalkBack: Activate the TalkBack feature, which speaks feedback aloud to help blind and low-vision users.Important! TalkBack

Page 30 - Display Settings

119• Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung subtitles with multimedia files when available. Touch the OFF/ON button to turn the feature ON . Touch Samsu

Page 31 - Google Search Bar

Settings 120ControlsAccess settings to configure Language and input, Voice control, Motions, Palm motion, and Smart screen.Language and InputLan

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121– Learn from Twitter: Log in to let your device learn your Twitter style.– Learn from Contacts: Allow your device to learn your Contacts style.– Cl

Page 33 - Status Bar

Settings 122Google Voice Typing1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Controls tab ➔ Language and input.2. Touch Google voice typing to a

Page 34 - Shortcuts and Widgets

123Text-To-Speech Options1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Controls tab ➔ Language and input.2. Touch Text-to-speech options and select th

Page 35 - Wallpapers

7Charging the BatteryYour device comes with a Wall/USB Charger (Charging Head and USB cable) to charge your device from any standard AC power outlet.N

Page 36 - Apps Screen

Settings 124Palm MotionActivate the palm motion feature to control the device by touching the screen.1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings

Page 37 - Screen Capture

125GeneralCreate and modify your accounts (such as, Email, Google Account, Samsung Account, and so on). Manage security, location services, storage, a

Page 38 - Entering Text

Settings 126CloudBack up your personal data using your Samsung Account or use Dropbox to sync your device content.1. From a Home screen, touch

Page 39 - Copying and Pasting

1273. Touch Backup account and touch your Google Gmail account or touch Add account to set your Google Gmail account to be backed up to the Google ser

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Settings 128AccessoriesTo change accessory settings: From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ General tab ➔ Accessories.• Dock sound: play

Page 41 - Contacts

1294. To reset your application preferences, touch Menu ➔ Reset app preferences.5. Touch an application to view and update information about the app

Page 42 - Contacts Display Options

Settings 130Default ApplicationsSet and manage your default applications.1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ General tab ➔ Default app

Page 43 - Linked Contacts

131StorageView the device memory and usage, or mount, unmount, or format an optional memory card (not included).Device Memory From a Home screen, t

Page 44 - Sharing Contact Information

Settings 132Removing a Memory CardImportant! To prevent damage to information stored on the memory card, unmount the card before removing it fro

Page 45 - Create a New Group

133SecurityUse the Security settings to secure your device.EncryptionTo require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your tablet each time you power i

Page 46 - Renaming a Group

Getting Started 83. Plug the Charging Head into a standard AC power outlet.Warning! While the device is charging, if the touch screen does not f

Page 47 - Favorites

Settings 134Enable or Disable Remote ControlsOnce you have signed in to your Samsung Account, you can enable or disable Remote controls.1. From

Page 48 - Section 4: NOOK

135Device AdministrationTo add or remove device administrators:1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ General tab ➔ Security.2. Touch Device ad

Page 49 - NOOK Reader

Settings 136Credential StorageIf a certificate authority (CA) certificate gets compromised or for some other reason you do not trust it, you can

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137About DeviceView information about your device, including status, legal information, hardware and software versions, and battery use.1. From a Home

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138IndexAAbout Device 137Accessibility Settings 117Accounts 125setting up 34Adapt Sound 111Airplane Mode 106Alarm 91delete 91setting 91stopping

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139favorites 41groups 39linking 37my personal contact 38namecards 38separating linked 37starred contacts 41Covering Gesture 19DData Usage 106Date and

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140Hangouts 68Maps 97Photos 99Play Games 100Play Music 100Play Newsstand 100Play Store 100Voice Search 102Google Now 95Google Search 95Google S

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141settings 112window controls 22Multimedia 69Musiclistening to 69Music Player 70, 98playing music by mood 71playlist, create 71playlist, manage 70use

Page 55 - NOOK Shop and the NOOK Store®

142Screenrotating 19Screen Saver 102Screen Security 113Screenshot, Capturing 20, 31Securitylocking and unlocking 12locking your device manually

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143Video Buddy Photo Share 76Video Player 80delete 82playing videos 81Pop-Up Player 82share 82Voice Search 102settings 122Volume Key 15VPN 109WWallpap

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9Setting Up Your DeviceWhen you turn on your NOOK for the first time, follow the prompts to connect to a Wi-Fi network and set up your device.1. At th

Page 58 - NOOK Library

Getting Started 10• Dropbox: Your NOOK includes a 50 GB Dropbox account for two years. Dropbox can automatically save your pictures and videos t

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11Creating a New NOOK AccountIf you do not already have a Barnes & Noble or NOOK account, touch Create Account.1. On the screen for creating your

Page 60 - NOOK Video

Getting Started 12Memory CardYour device supports removable microSD or microSDHC memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB (not included). M

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13Unlocking the Device1. Press the Power/Lock Key. The Lock screen displays.2. Swipe across the screen as shown. This is the default Swipe screen lock

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ANDROID TABLETUser ManualPlease read this manual before operating yourdevice and keep it for future reference.

Page 63 - NOOK Profiles

Understanding Your Device 14Section 2: Understanding Your DeviceThis section outlines key features of your device and describes the screen and t

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15Front and SidesThe following items can be found on the front and sides of your device.1. Front-Facing Camera Lens: Takes photos or records videos.2.

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Understanding Your Device 16Back, Top, and BottomThe following items can be found on the back, top, and bottom of your device.1. 3.5mm Headset J

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17Navigating Your DeviceUse command keys and the touch screen to navigate.Command KeysRecent AppsTo display a list of recently used apps: Touch R

Page 67 - NOOK Settings

Understanding Your Device 18Using the Touch ScreenUse only fingers to touch the screen.Caution! Do not allow the touch screen to come into conta

Page 68 - – Touch content to hide it:

19Rotating the ScreenMany applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the device causes the display to automatica

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Understanding Your Device 20Capturing Screenshots Press and hold the Power/Lock Key and Home to capture and save an image of the current scr

Page 70 - NOOK Legal Information

21Note: Once Multi window is activated, to show the Multi window panel, touch and hold Recent apps. The Multi window panel appears at the right side

Page 71 - Section 5: Messaging

Understanding Your Device 22Window ControlsSelect an application window and touch in the middle of the windows. Window controls appear:Panel C

Page 72 - Configuring Email Accounts

23Home ScreenThe main Home screen is the starting point for many applications and functions and it contains items like application icons, shortcuts, f

Page 73 - Refreshing Your Email Account

GEN_SM-T230_NOOK_UM_Eng_NC4_TE_081814_F1Warning! This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive tox

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Understanding Your Device 24Extended Home ScreenThe Home screen consists of the Home panel plus additional panels that extend beyond the display

Page 75 - Section 6: Multimedia

25Use these controls to configure panels:1. Remove: Touch and drag a panel to the Trash Can to remove the panel from the Home screen.2. Default Home P

Page 76 - Music Player

Understanding Your Device 26NotificationsNotification icons appear on the Status Bar at the top of the screen to report new messages, calendar e

Page 77 - Playing Music by Mood

27Status BarThe Status Bar at the top of the home screen provides device information (such as network status, signal strength, battery charge, and tim

Page 78 - WatchON Menu

Understanding Your Device 28Other IconsShortcuts and WidgetsYou can add, reposition, or remove shortcuts and widgets from the Home screen.• Shor

Page 79 - Section 7: Camera and Video

29FoldersPlace folders on the Home screen to organize items.Adding Folders1. From a Home screen, touch and hold on an empty area of the screen until t

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Understanding Your Device 30Apps ScreenThe Apps screen displays all applications installed on your tablet. Applications that you download and in

Page 81 - Recording Mode

31Task ManagerYour device can run applications simultaneously and some applications run in the background.Use Task Manager to see which applications a

Page 82 - Share Shot

Understanding Your Device 32Entering TextUse the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.Note: Text entry is not supported in

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33Use handwriting gestures to perform actions, such as editing or deleting characters and inserting spaces. To view the gesture guides, touch and hold

Page 84 - Playing Videos

Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of LiabilityEXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ON THE WARRANTY PAGE ENCLOSED WITH THE PRODUCT,

Page 85 - Sharing Images

Accounts and Contacts 34Section 3: Accounts and ContactsThis section explains how to manage accounts and contacts.AccountsYour device can synchr

Page 86 - Deleting Images

35Your Google AccountIn order to utilize your device to the fullest extent, you will need to create a Google Account when you first use your device. W

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Accounts and Contacts 36•Name: Enter the name. Touch to display additional name fields.•Phone: Enter a phone number.•Email: Enter an email add

Page 88 - Using Popup Video Player

37•Contacts: Show all your contacts. Touch the Search field and enter a keyword to list contacts that contain that keyword.3. While viewing Groups, Fa

Page 89 - Section 8: Connections

Accounts and Contacts 38My Personal ContactYour own personal Contact entry is listed under ME at the top of the Contacts list. You can send your

Page 90 - Advanced Settings

39Importing and Exporting ContactsTo back up and restore your contacts, you can export your contacts list to a storage device (such as a PC), or impor

Page 91 - Wi-Fi Direct

Accounts and Contacts 40Adding Group MembersTo add a contact to a group, just edit a contact’s Group field. To add multiple contacts to a group:

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41Deleting Groups1. Touch Contacts ➔ Groups tab ➔ Menu ➔ Delete groups.2. Touch individual groups or touch Select all, then touch Done.3. Touch Gr

Page 93 - Pair with a Bluetooth Device

NOOK 42Section 4: NOOKNOOK Features on the Home ScreenThe Home screen features widgets and app shortcuts that provide quick and easy access to y

Page 94 - Bluetooth Settings

43NOOK TodayThe NOOK Today app presents recommendations and special offers fromthe NOOK Store. Touch the app shortcut to open it.By default, the NOOK

Page 95 - Connect to a Computer

Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc ©2014 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Lt

Page 96 - Section 9: Applications

NOOK 44Displaying the Table of Contents1. Touch the center of the page, and then touch to open the Contents window. 2. To move to a chapter or

Page 97 - Calculator

45Using Social Features in a Book1. Touch the center of the page, and then touch to open the Share menu.2. Touch any of the following:• Recommend• P

Page 98 - Calendar

NOOK 46Displaying the Status Bar in BooksBy default, your NOOK does not display the black Status Bar with the battery and Wi-Fi icons, the clock

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47Displaying Two-page Spreads in PDFs in Landscape FormatBy default, your NOOK displays PDFs as a two-page spreads when you hold your NOOK in landscap

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NOOK 48Additional Features in Article ViewIn Article View, touch the center of the page to open Reading Tools at the top of the Screen.• Touch

Page 101 - Google Settings

49Opening DRM-protected FilesDRM stands for Digital Rights Management. DRM software protects books from being copied, sold, or distributed in an unaut

Page 102 - Internet

NOOK 50Buying or Renting a MovieRenting give you 30 days to start watching. Once you begin watching, you have 24 hours to finish.1. Touch the co

Page 103 - Memo Options

51Managing Gift CardsYou can apply a gift card to purchases on your NOOK. A card number and a 4-digit PIN appear on the back of gift cards.Once the gi

Page 104 - My Files

NOOK 52NOOK LibraryIn NOOK Library®, see all your books, periodicals, TV shows and movies, and catalogs. Touch an item's cover to open i

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53Adding or Removing Content in a Shelf1. Open the shelf, and then touch .2. Touch Manage Content in Shelf, and then select or deselect items for the

Page 106 - Play Store

Google, the Google logo, Android, the Android logo, Google Play, Gmail, Google Mail, Google Maps, Google Music, Google Talk, Hangouts, Picasa, YouTube

Page 107 - Samsung Apps

NOOK 54Deleting an Item from Your AccountYou can permanently delete an item from your account so that it appears on none of your NOOK devices or

Page 108 - Voice Search

55(though rented content must be watched within the rental period, as described below). Unlike streamed videos, downloaded videos do consume storage o

Page 109 - World Clock

NOOK 56Closed CaptioningYour NOOK supports closed captioning on select NOOK Video titles.Note: Not all titles include Closed Captioning data.Ult

Page 110 - Section 10: Settings

57NOOK ProfilesA NOOK Profile™ tailors content and shopping experiences on your NOOK for an individual user.Your NOOK supports up to six NOOK profiles

Page 111 - Bluetooth

NOOK 58Parental ControlsSimple-to-use parental controls help create a "kid-safe" experience on your NOOK. Using parental controls, you

Page 112 - Data Usage

59Setting up a New or Existing ProfileYour Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 NOOK will recognize any profiles you created in your Barnes & Noble or NOOK accoun

Page 113 - Location

NOOK 60Managing Content for a ProfileThe same content can be shared by multiple profiles, but each profile will need to download the content ind

Page 114 - More Networks

61Managing Parental Controls for a Child Profile1. In the Library or Shop, touch to display a list of profiles.2. Touch Parental Controls next to th

Page 115 - Nearby Devices

NOOK 62Configuring the NOOK Library WidgetYou can select the type of content displayed by the NOOK Library widget on the Home screen.1. Open NOO

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63To redeem an access code for NOOK content:1. Open NOOK Settings and touch Manage credit cards, gift cards & shop controls.2. Touch Redeem code,

Page 117 - More Settings

1Table of ContentsSection 1: Getting Started ...5Understanding This User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Battery . . . . .

Page 118 - Multi Window

NOOK 64NOOK SearchThe NOOK Search app lets you quickly search your Library and the NOOK Shop.The NOOK Search app appears by default on your Home

Page 119 - Lock Screen

65Section 5: MessagingThis section describes how to send and receive messages and other features associated with messaging.Types of MessagesYour devic

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Messaging 66Composing and Sending Gmail1. Touch Gmail.2. Touch Compose, then touch fields to compose the message. While composing a message,

Page 121 - Wallpaper

67Note: To configure email account settings at any time, use Menu ➔ Settings. Touch the account to display Account settings.Composing and Sending Emai

Page 122 - Notification Panel

Messaging 68Deleting Email AccountsTo delete an Email account:1. Touch Email.2. Touch Menu ➔ Settings ➔ Delete account.Email SettingsUse the E

Page 123 - Accessibility

69Section 6: MultimediaThis section explains how to use the music features of your device including Google Play Music and Music Player. WatchON is als

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Multimedia 70Music PlayerUse the Music application to listen to music.To access Music Player: From a Home screen, touch ➔ Music.Note: Some

Page 125 - Blocking Mode

71To listen to songs at equal volume levels: Touch Menu ➔ Settings ➔ Player ➔ Smart volume.Caution! When Smart volume is activated, the volume may

Page 126 - Language and Input

Multimedia 72WatchONEnjoy all of your favorite movies and TV shows with WatchON.Important! Before you use WatchON, verify that you have an activ

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73Section 7: Camera and VideoCameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Use Gallery to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera.

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2NOOK Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Dictionaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64NOOK Leg

Page 129 - Hands-Free Mode

Camera and Video 74Shooting ModeSeveral photo effects are available. Some modes are not available when taking self-portraits. Touch MODE, and

Page 130 - Smart Screen

75Panoramic PhotosA panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots.1. Touch MODE ➔ Panorama.2. Touch and move the camera in

Page 131 - Accounts

Camera and Video 76Zooming In and OutUse one of the following methods: Use the Volume button to zoom in or out. Spread two fingers apart o

Page 132 - Backup and Reset

77Video recorder:• Video size: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. Higher resolution videos take up more memory.Settings:•L

Page 133 - Date and Time

Camera and Video 78ShortcutsReorganize shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options.1. Touch Options.2. Touch and hold a shortcut

Page 134 - Application Manager

79Trimming Segments of a Video1. Select a video, and then touch Trim.2. Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the end bracket t

Page 135 - Running Services

Camera and Video 80Setting as Wallpaper When viewing an image, touch Menu ➔ Set as to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a conta

Page 136 - Power Saving Mode

81Playing VideosSelect a video to play.Notes: Move forwards or backwards by touching and dragging the Progress Bar. Under the Progress Bar, the ela

Page 137 - Device Memory

Camera and Video 82Deleting Videos Touch Menu ➔ Delete, select videos by ticking, and then touch Delete.Sharing VideosTouch Menu ➔ Share vi

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83Section 8: ConnectionsYour device includes features to connect to the internet and to other devices via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or a USB cable.Wi-FiWi-Fi

Page 139 - Security

3My Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Netflix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Photo

Page 140 - Passwords

Connections 84Add a Wi-Fi Network Manually1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connections tab ➔ Wi-Fi.2. Touch the OFF/ON button to tu

Page 141 - Security Update Service

85– Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data for data communications when the device goes to sleep (when the backl

Page 142 - Credential Storage

Connections 86Connect to Wi-Fi Direct Devices1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connections tab ➔ Wi-Fi.2. Touch the OFF/ON button to

Page 143 - About Device

87Turn Bluetooth On or OffFrom the Notification Panel1. From any screen, touch the top of the screen and swipe downward. The Notification Panel displa

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Connections 88Reconnect to a Bluetooth Device1. From a Home screen, touch ➔ Settings ➔ Connections tab ➔ Bluetooth.2. Touch the OFF/ON butto

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894. Touch beside a paired device for options:•Rename: Enter a new name for the paired device.•Unpair: Delete the Bluetooth connection to this devic

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Applications 90Section 9: ApplicationsThis section contains a description of each application that is available on the Apps screen, its function

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91AlarmSet alarms for reminders or for wake-up times.1. Touch Alarm.2. Touch Turn alarm on to activate the alarm. A gray alarm means the alarm is de

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Applications 92To clear the calculator history: Touch Menu ➔ Clear history.For more advanced problems, use the advanced operators sin, ln, c

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93Changing Calendar TypeAt the top of the screen:1. Touch a calendar type: Year, Month, Week, or Day.2. Touch List to list all events or Task to list

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