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Mixing intelligently designed devices with cleverly planned
software and features, it is not hard to see why the Samsung
Galaxy range of phones and tablets is just about the most
successful ever created. From the latest Galaxy S23 range to
the amazing Galaxy Tab, every device is packed with
incredible tools and innovations. However, even if you have
owned an Android device before, getting to grips with the
numerous unique features, tools and apps packed into your
Samsung Galaxy can be a challenge.

In this guide we will show you how to get your device set up
and working smoothly, as well as explaining what the more
advanced features do and showing you some cool tips and
tricks that will help turn you into a Samsung Galaxy pro!

Learn how to make the most of some of the biggest and

most popular apps available, and discover what your
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3 THE SAMSUNG GALAXY INTRO 48 SEC U R IT Y & P R IV A C Y

6 S E T U P A N D BASICS Locking the Samsung Screen

Using Galaxy Biometric Tools

Galaxy Controls and Connections
Back Up with Samsung Cloud
Out-of=the=Box Setup Procedure
Dealing with Viruses on Your Galaxy
Add and Use a MicroSD Card
10 Galaxy Security Tips
Making and Receiving Calls

Sending SMS Messages 60 SAMSUNG GA LA XYTO O LS

Master the Galaxy Keyboard
62 Using the Bixby Personal Assistant
Customise Alerts and Ringtones
68 Multi-window and Smart Capture
Personalise the Galaxy Home Screen
70 Always On and Display Widgets

34 EM AIL& IN TERN ET
72 Dark Mode, Blue Light and Brightness

74 The Samsung Galaxy Camera

36 Connecting to Your Wi-Fi
78 Editing Images in the Gallery App
38 Setting Up and Sending Emails
80 Digital Wellbeing on Samsung Galaxy
42 Browse the Internet with Chrome
82 Using Galaxy Edge Tools
44 Getting the Most From Google Assistant
86 Transferring Files to Your Galaxy
46 Managing Your Notifications
87 Connecting Bluetooth Devices

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Find and In stall A p p s and G a m e s Sp e ed Up G alaxy A n im a tio n s

M anage Your In stalled A pps 5 T h in g s That Can A ffect G a la x y ’s S ig n a l

P lan Events and T a s k s with C ale n d ar How to S tre a m Content to a TV

C h attin g with G oogle Meet 1 0 Cool T h in g s to do with a G alaxy

U sing G oogle W allet on G alaxy How to Boost Battery Life

D isa b le D evice Bloatw are B o o stin g Android Perfo rm an ce

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G oogle Hom e R o u tin es

G oogle Hom e Voice C o m m a n d s

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Setup
& Basics
Newcomers to the Samsung Galaxy w ill
welcome this introduction to their new
device. We show you how to set up out of
the box, help you familiarise yourself with
its various buttons and controls and how
to add and use a microSD card.The basics
of the Galaxy smartphone are covered,
including making and receiving phone calls,
mastering the on-screen keyboard and more.
We show you how to personalise your device
with alerts, ringtones and graphics too.

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and Connections
Although the exact buttons and connection ports on your Samsung Galaxy device may vary,
there are standard features common to all models in the Galaxy series of smartphones and
tablets. Let’s take a look at those buttons, connections and controls and see what they can do.

Connections
Whichever model of Samsung Galaxy you have, it has several ports and other such facilities to connect it to
peripherals and also to charge and connect to a computer. It w ill also, of course, have a SIM card drawer to house
the SIM card provided by your mobile service provider. Not every Galaxy model has every port described here.

USB-C/Micro USB 3.5mm Audio Port SIM Card Tray

Most modern devices, including recent
Samsung Galaxy models, use USB-C
connections for charging the phone or
tablet and as a data cable,for connecting
it to your computer. Older Galaxy phones
and tablets might use Micro USB instead.
Either way, it’s usually found at the
bottom of your device.
y The most recent Galaxy devices forego
the headphone or 3.5mm port,as most
users today use Bluetooth earbuds instead
of cabled connections. If your phone or
tablet is an older model, though,you use
this port to plug in cabled headphones or
earbuds, or to connect to a speaker set’s
AUX port with a 3.5mm-to-3.5mm cable.
y To open your SIM card tray and put
in the SIM, insert the thin pin-like tool
supplied with the device or a straightened
paperclip into the hole at the side of the
closed tray. An older Galaxy model might
house the SIM next to the battery. If this
is the case with yours, remove the battery
cover to fit and remove the SIM.

Wireless Charging
y As w e ll as charging your phone using a supplied USB cable, if it’s Oi-compatible,you can charge it by placing it on a w ireless charger
instead.‘Oi’ is pronounced ‘key’, and is a w ireless charging standard.The Galaxy devices compatible with Oi are the S21.S22 and S23
series, the Note20 5G and Ultra 5G and the NotelO, NotelO+,and NotelO+ 5G.

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On Your Galaxy Phone

Different Samsung Galaxy phones have buttons and features in different places, but as a general guide, here’s
where to find them on a new Samsung Galaxy S23. Your own phone might vary, but probably not by much.

I The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a triple-lens camera E V These are the volume-up and volume-down buttons.
system ,featuring a 10MPTelephoto Camera,a 50MP On most devices, pressing volume down along with
Wide Camera and a 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera. the Power button or Home button w ill take a screenshot.

E M The Power button.Tap it to sleep and wake your

2 This is the LED flash ,fo r indoor and
phone, and hold it for the menu for shutting
low-light photography.
down and restarting.

E S The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a 6.1-inch screen,

The charging/data port is found at the foot of
w hile the larger S23+’s screen is 6.6 inches.The
the phone here. A modern Galaxy phone can be
high-end S23 Ultra features a 6.8-inch screen.
charged w irelessly too.

The front camera is an improved 12MP device. The SIM tray is next to the charging/data port.
Your selfies are optimised for social media feeds, The closed tray is a long oval shape, and it has a
and the camera captures more light than before, giving sm all hole in the left-hand side. Push the ejector tool or a
excellent low-light selfies with great colour and detail. straightened paperclip into this hole to eject the tray.

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On Your Galaxy Tablet

Just as with the smartphone controls, Samsung Galaxy tablet controls and connections follow a fairly standard layout
plan. This one’s the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro - the exact position of the buttons may vary slightly between devices.

I Use this Side key to

B J wake and sleep your
tablet. Hold it to start a
conversation with Bixby.

These are the Volume

keys. As w e ll as
changing the volume, hold
Volume-Down and press the
Side key to take a screenshot.

E V The Active key. Press

* ----- or press and hold to
launch preset apps.

I The front-facing selfie

camera is 8MP,f/2.0
and can capture 1080p video
at 30fps.

E j The tablet’s stylus is

slotted into a space on
the left-hand side of the device.

H The tablet’s built-in

microphones are found
at the top and on the right-
hand side of the device.

I This is the USB-C port.

Use it to charge your
Samsung tablet, or to connect
it to your computer for both
charging and data transfer.

K B You can use Bluetooth

earbuds with your tablet,
but if you prefer oLd-school
cabled headphones, plug them
in here. You can also connect
to a speaker’s AUX port using a

H
3.5mm-to-3.5mm cable. The Home key takes you This is the keyboard dock The Galaxy Tab Active4
back to the Home screen, port, which you can use to Pro’s rear-facing camera
where you can see the app icons.connect a compatible keyboard to is 13 MP,f/1.9,with HDR,
E l The device’s stereo
It contains a fingerprint sensor so your Samsung Galaxy tablet. panorama and 4K and 1080p
speakers are found on its
you can unlock your tablet with video at 30fps. On its right is
left side (behind the stylus caddy)
your fingerprint. an AF LED flash.‘It can’t match
and the right side of the tablet.
the Galaxy phones’ cameras for
1 The NFC (Near Field
Wwu The Back key. Press it to power, but it’s still very capable
H i] The Recents button. Press Communication) antenna
return to the previous nonetheless.
it to be shown a list of is found inside the tablet here.
apps you’ve recently used. screen on your tablet. Use it for contactless payments.

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Touch Screen Controls
Modern Android devices no longer rely on physical pressure to register a touch, instead relying on tiny electrical
charges in our fingers. This allows for some great touchscreen gestures that help you interact with your tablet.
Single Touch
y To activate items on the screen such
as application and settings icons,to type
letters and symbols using the on screen
keyboard, or to press on screen buttons, you
simply (gently) touch them with your finger.
The touch screen is capacitive, meaning it is
sensitive to the tiny electrical charge in our
bodies.This means you only have to tap the
screen, not press down hard with your finger.
Swipe or Scroll
y Many of the menus or web pages that
you can access on Android require you to
scroll.To swipe or scroll, quickly move your
finger across the surface of the screen,
without pausing when you first touch it.
For example the app drawer lets you slide
the screen up or down to scroll through
the list and in Calendar,you can swipe
quickly across the screen to change the
range of time visible.
GALAXY CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
Touch and Hold
) Touch and Hold means to tap an item
on the screen and not lift your finger until
a secondary action occurs. This could be a
menu opening,allowing you to customise
the Home screen, or an icon lifting off the
screen and showing that it can be moved.
Another useful tip is that when typing using
the Android keyboard, touch and hold w ill
reveal alternative uses for several keys.
Double Tap
y There are several situations where a
double-tap results in an action. For example,
tap quickly twice on a web page, map or
other screen to zoom. You can double-tap
a section of a web page in the Browser to
zoom that section to fit the width of the
screen. Double-tapping after pinching to
zoom in some applications such as the
Browser, reflows a column of text to fit the
width of the screen.
Touch and Drag
y To drag items around the screen touch
and hold an item for a moment and then,
without lifting your finger, move it across
the screen until you reach the required
position. Lift your finger off the screen and
the item w ill drop into that location, if it’s
free. You can drag items on the Home screen
to reposition them and you drag down the
screen to open the Notifications panel.
d touch screens are capacitive, meaning they se
dies. Older touch screens used a pressure-sensit
Derform an action, you only have to tap the sere
:reen such as applications and settings icons, to
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Pinch and Rotate
y In some applications such as Maps,
Browser and Gallery,you can zoom in and
out by placing two fingers on the screen
at once and pinching them together to
zoom out or spreading them apart to zoom
in.Two fingers can also be used to rotate
the view of a picture or map for example,
in several apps.The picture follows the
rotation of your fingers and turns clockwise
or anti-clockwise.
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Out-of-the-Box
Setup Procedure
Before you use your Samsung Galaxy,you must set it up out of the box. First of all, make sure
it’s charged by connecting it to a power source using the supplied cable. The Samsung Galaxy
doesn’t come supplied with a USB-C power plug, but if you don’t have one, they’re easy enough
to come by. You must then insert your Nano-SIM card and follow the setup procedure to get
started. This guide helps you along the way, step by step.

Inserting Your Nano-SIM Card

Before you get started with your Samsung Galaxy,you need to insert the Nano-SIM card you got from your mobile
phone service provider. If you have the wrong size card, go to your provider’s store and get it exchanged.

D □
To activate your Samsung Galaxy, Use a SIM eject tool like the Place the SIM card in the tray (there’s
you must first insert the Nano-SIM
2 one pictured here, or maybe a only one way it can go in) and slide
straightened paper clip, and insert it into
card provided by your mobile phone network the tray back in the slot. Push it in firmly so
provider. If you don’t have one, or have the the sm all hole next to the SIM slot.The tray it snaps into place. Your Samsung Galaxy
wrong size, go to their store. then pops out as shown. phone should recognise it.

SIMs Explained
y There are three different sizes of SIM cards available. An older phone might use a standard SIM. Some phones still use the sm aller
Micro SIM, but most modern phones, such as smartphones, use a Nano SIM, which is sm aller still. Because the chip on the SIM is the
same size regardless of the type of card, you can convert a sm all SIM to a larger size with an adapter. But if you have a larger SIM and
need a Nano, you must go back to your phone provider’s store and get it exchanged, or maybe cut down to Nano size.

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The Initial Setup of Your Samsung Galaxy Phone

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you to CopyApps and Data from your
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instructions to copy data such as contacts, into your Google account. If you don’t have
calendar events, notes and in some cases, one, tap Create Account. If you do, enter your
apps from your old phone to your new one. Google em ail; tap Next, then the password;
You might need a cable. tap Next again.
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on-screen instructions for parental controls. If about the services this offers, and if you’d
it’s for you, select that option and tap Next. like to do this, scroll up and tap ‘Yes, I’m In’

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to turn it on or off later. Data will be used according to Chrome. The app will be installed from Play. You can
Google's Privacy Policy. install other search apps and reconfigure your home
screen and Chrome at any time.
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data. Make your choices, tap More, and make obligation to do so. Tap your choice from the
some more choices before tapping Accept. list offered, and then tap the Next button.
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cover later in the book.To set this up, tap I Agree phone, so you can use ‘Hey, Google’ when your
and go through the steps offered on the screen phone is locked? If you think this is too much of
to help it recognise your voice. a security risk,tap Skip. Otherwise, tap ‘I Agree’.
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set in the setup.
Do you w ant to be able to pay for
20 goods and services with Samsung
you made during the setup
process,you can do so afterwards.
Pay? Th is allow s you to make a contactless
First of all, open the Settings app;
payment on one of your cards by holding
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the phone near a card reader. Sign in here
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to activate it.
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You’re now presented with a long
21 list of services and features for your
Android phone. You can set them up now by
tapping one and following the instructions,
or you can tap Skip and set them up later
if you wish.
changes here, not just to the
You’re done! Tap Explore your
22 Galaxy for some tips and hints about
settings you set up when you first
powered up your phone. These
using your new Android-powered phone, include Bluetooth connections, Wi­
or tap the Finish button to go straight to Fi networks, Privacy permissions,
the phone’s desktop and start using your backup services and more.
Samsung Galaxy.

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Resetting Your Samsung Galaxy

If you want to sell or give away a Samsung Galaxy, perhaps because you bought a new one and have no need for
the old model,you should first reset it to factory conditions to remove your personal data. Here’s how.

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reset, you’ll need to enter security
information. If you can’t enter the
information,you won’t be able to restore
your data to the device.Therefore,you
w ill need to know the Google account
information that is currently being used
on the device.
A factory data reset erases your A fu ll factory reset can take a long
2 3 time (up to an hour), so plug your
data, so you should back up what
you want to keep. Google account data can device into a power source and keep it
be restored, but a ll apps and their data on plugged in until the reset completes;
the device w ill be uninstalled. Open your connect your device to Wi-Fi or your mobile
device’s Settings app, tap System > Accounts network too. When the reset completes,
and Backup.Tap Back Up Data, on both you’ll need to be connected to sign in to
Google Drive and Samsung Cloud. your Google account.

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have one set up, you may need to enter your
PIN, pattern or password at this point,to
te ll Android that it is you trying to reset the
device. On some devices, factory reset may
be found under the Backup & reset heading.
Tap Factory data reset then tap the You may need to verify it’s you trying
2 3 to reset your phone.Tap Send email,
button. In some cases,this is where
you w ill need to enter your PIN, pattern and you’re taken to the Gmail app, where
or password. To erase a ll data from your you can verify your identity. When you’re
device’s internal storage,tap Delete all. done,tap the three-lines icon in the bottom-
When your device has finished erasing, pick left, swipe to the open Settings app and tap
the option to restart. it to open. Your device is then reset.

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 © Add and Use a
microSD Card
Many Samsung Galaxy devices offer the ability to expand the storage by inserting a microSD
memory card. On modern devices, the capacity can be as much as 1TB, although this may vary
and you should check before you buy a large SD card. Inserting the card is relatively simple,
however it might not be obvious to someone doing it for the first time.

Choosing a microSD
Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an incompatible card may damage the
device or the memory card. If you buy your memory card from a Samsung mobile store, you should be OK.

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but your particular model might be limited to a sm aller capacity, or
not be able to use a memory card at all. Check this before buying a
microSD card for your device.
y The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for
memory cards. When inserting a card formatted in a different file
system, the device w ill ask to reformat the card or w ill not recognise
the card. If the device does not recognise your memory card, format it
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aware that some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device depending on the memory card manufacturer and type.
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the Samsung website.
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writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.
When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s
file directory appears in the My Files > SD card folder. You can
manage files from here.

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Inserting the microSD

All Samsung devices with an SD card slot use the same mechanism for inserting and removing it: a sliding tray
which needs to be opened with a special tool (should have been supplied with the device).

Removing a microSD Card

Here’s how to remove your Samsung Galaxy’s SD card. Never do this while the device is transferring or accessing
information, because doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device.

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Before removing the memory card,first unmount it.To Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card
unmount a working microSD card, head in to the device
2 tray to loosen the tray. Pull out the memory card tray gently
Settings > Device maintenance > Storage > Storage settings > SD cardfrom the memory card tray slot. Remove the memory card. Insert the
> UNMOUNT. Wait for the message to appear on screen telling you memory card tray back into the memory card tray slot. If concerned,
the card is safe to remove. turn off your device before doing this.

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 SETUP & BASICS

Making and
Receiving Calls
While your Samsung Galaxy is an incredibly powerful device with lots of bells and whistles, let’s
not forget that its main function is as a phone to make and receive phone calls. Making a call
on your new Samsung Galaxy might seem like the most simple of things but there are actually
several ways to initiate a call, as well as control over who calls you. Plus there are a few settings
you can change to make this simple phone function even simpler.

Dialling a Number
There are lots of different ways to initiate a call on your Samsung Galaxy phone, but if you know the number you
want to contact, it’s usually fastest to simply open the keypad and type in the number on the screen.
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on your Home screen and, by default, the call
log screen (Recents) w ill open. This lets you
quickly return a call to a recent caller. If the
person you want to call is not in the call log,
tap the Keypad button at the bottom of the
screen to enter a number manually.
2 pretty much standard and should be
fam iliar to anyone who has used a phone
in the last twenty years. Sim ply use the
keypad to enter the number for the contact
you w ant to call. As you type matching
numbers from your contacts list w ill be
displayed for selection.
call.Tapping the green video camera button
(if there is one on your device) next to the
call button w ill initiate the video Call option
instead of a voice call.Th e number w ill then
be dialled. You can cancel the call by tapping
the red phone button.

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Dialling From Contacts

On your Samsung Galaxy phone there are a couple of different ways to call a number in your contacts list.
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the contact you wish to call and touch their
name to see the available options:
call, video call or message. Alternatively,
swipe to the right across the contact in the
list to call them.
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the dialling screen. Open the main apps list
from your Home screen and look for the
Contacts app. Once Contacts is open you
can scroll to or search for the contact you
wish to call. You can even search by voice by
tapping the mic.
When you find the contact you want
3 to call,tap their name to see the
information screen. Here you can see the
number and any associated numbers, email
addresses, social media account details,
etc. You w ill also see buttons to call, video
call or message the contact. Tap the phone
button to make the call.

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bottom of the Home screen and use
the tabs to open the call log (Recents) or
open the main apps list and look for Call
History. By default the initial view is a full
list of a ll calls and messages received, made
and missed, listed with name and number.
V H You can change this view by pressing
the Menu/More button and selecting
“View By” or “Filter”. You can then choose
from A ll Calls, Missed Calls or Rejected
Calls. Just as with your contacts list,you can
quickly dial a number in the Log by swiping
it to the right or swipe left to message.
To protect your privacy you can
3 delete your call log.To do this press
the Menu/More button w hile viewing it
and then select “Delete”. You can then
select a ll of the history or just individual
calls and messages by tapping the
appropriate checkboxes.

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Reject a Call
You can reject calls in three ways: ignore it, tap the red Reject Call button or reject it with an explanatory message.
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You can reject any call by dragging
the red Reject button out of the
circle.This w ill result in the caller hearing with
message explaining you are unable to take
their call. If you just want to silence your
ringtone without rejecting the call,you can
simply press the Down Volume button.
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Call Options
During a call you have several useful options, including the ability to mute
the call, all easily accessible from the dialler call screen. Exact options
may vary between devices, but they’re all roughly like this one here.
Call Details
) The name (if known) and possibly
number of the person you’re talking to is
displayed at the top of the screen, along
with a contact photo if one is available.
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y Dial and call a second number whist
keeping the current call open. Once you tap
the Add Call button, the dialler pad opens
on your screen.
H Hold Call
) Tap this icon to put a call on hold for a
w hile, maybe if someone’s at the door or
you need to look for a pen. While holding
the icon changes to Resume Call.
| Bluetooth
) This icon allows you to quickly switch
the call to a Bluetooth headset or
microphone if you have one set up and
paired with your device already.
■ ■ If you want to reject a call with an
B f l SMS message, drag the Reject Call
a Message tab up over the screen. You
w ill see a list of pre-set messages that you
can choose from. Tap one of these messages
or tap Create Custom Message. You can then
write a message of your choice.
| Speaker
y Activate or deactivate the speakerphone.
When using the speakerphone, speak into
the microphone at the atop the screen and
keep the device away from your ears.
| Mute Mic
y If you need to talk with someone
without the person on the other end of the
call being able to hear,you can use this
button to turn off the internal microphone.
| Keypad
y Hides or shows the dialler keypad on
screen. Useful if you need to enter an
extension number or enter options in an
automated caller system.
Q End Call
) Tap the red phone icon to end the current
call (not all calls, if connected to more than
one).This button is the same when you’re
currently in a video call.
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be rejected and the message w ill be sent to
the caller within a few seconds. If you don’t
like the pre-set messages and don’t want to
have to write a custom message each time,
you can create new ones in the settings.
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To create new or additional call
rejection messages, open the Apps
screen and tap Phone > More > Settings >
Quick decline messages, enter a message
and then tap the + button.To remove the
pre-set messages, tap the - button next
to each one.
■ ^ 1 You can also select phone numbers
for Automatic Rejection. Tap the
Block Numbers option and enter a number
that you want to reject or tap the Contacts
icon to choose from contacts.Tap the +
button to add the number to the list.Tap the
- button to remove a number from the list.
You can also reject a ll unknown
numbers by tapping the slider above
the reject list. Tap ‘Block spam and scam
callers’ to turn on spam protection, and
choose whether to block a ll spam calls
or only those deemed a high risk. It’s not
perfect, but it helps.

Call Barring
You have complete control over all outgoing and incoming calls thanks to the Call Barring option.
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pressing the More button while on
the phone dialler and then Call Settings >
Supplementary services > Call barring. You can
then choose to set the call barring options for
either voice calls or video calls independently.
The exact options w ill vary by device/OS.
You’re now shown the various call
2 barring options open to you. Here
you can choose to block a ll incoming calls,
a ll outgoing calls, outgoing international
calls and incoming calls while roaming. Use
the sliders next to each option to activate
and deactivate it.
The Call Barring settings might be
3 password protected, meaning that
you’re asked to set a password when you
first activate one of the barring options.
Password protection is useful if you want to
lim it the call options on a phone being used
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 Q Sending SMS
Messages
Sending text messages doesn’t change much from phone to phone, so if you have sent an
SMS message in the past,you shouldn’t have any problems doing so on your Samsung Galaxy.
However, there are a few useful extras that the Galaxy can do that you might not have seen
before; many of them will almost certainly become an essential part of sending text messages.
Let’s take a look at how you can make SMS messaging a breeze.

Create a New Message

Despite how simple an act it might seem, there are a number of options to consider when composing and sending
SMS messages on your Samsung Galaxy device. Let’s take a look at the Android Messages application.
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tap the Messaging app icon on the message in the text box just above the
Home screen. On many Samsung devices, on-screen keyboard. For more information on
the Messages app icon is in the dock at the icon beside the box and choose who you operating the on-screen virtual keyboard,take
bottom of the screen. Tap the New Message want to message from the contacts list. a look at the tutorial on using the keyboard
icon at the bottom right of the screen to You can add more than one contact as a elsewhere in this book. When finished, tap the
begin composing the message. recipient of the message. Send icon, showing the paper dart.

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of the text field, then tap the Photo icon.
The photos on your phone are shown. Tap
the ones you w ant to send, and choose
whether to send as a link or a picture.
take a new photo or video to attach
to the text message.Tap the Plus icon and
conversation view .This shows your
recent messages to that contact, as w e ll as
you’re presented with a window fu ll of replies. Note the waveform icon to the right
options such as scheduling the message, of the text input field. Tap and hold it to
adding another sort of attachment and more. record an audio message to send.

Reply to Messages
You can reply to messages from a conversation or the notification when it appears in the status bar.

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notification w ill appear in the status
bar at the top of the screen. Drag the bar
down to see your notifications. To reply to a
message, tap it in the Notification panel.
To reply to an older message, tap the
2 Messaging app icon and you w ill see
a list of your messaging conversations.Tap
the name of the person you want to reply to
and you w ill see a history of your messages.
Tap in the Enter Message box and the
3 keyboard w ill pop up. You can then
type your reply, attach a file and send the
message as normal. Your reply w ill appear in
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 © Master the
Galaxy Keyboard
If you are not used to typing on a phone or tablet, using the tiny keyboard can seem like a
challenge at first. However, the keyboard found on most Samsung devices has been evolving
and improving ever since the first touchscreen phone appeared. If you just want to type a quick
email, it can be as simple as it needs to be but explore a bit further and you will see that it is
packed with features designed to make it easy to use.

Essential Keyboards Tips

The keyboard is updated almost every time Android is updated, so the exact features you have access to on your
device might vary, depending on the version you are using. Here’s a guide to the newest version.
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virtual keyboard appears. If you want to hide
it again, tap the down-pointing chevron at
the foot of the screen, which has replaced the
Back button and it disappears.
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the Shift key once. The next letter you touch and hold or double-tap on screen
type w ill be upper case, after which it w ill within the text.Th e word w ill be highlighted,
automatically switch back to lower case (this with a tab at each end of the selection. You
is Sentence Case) as you type. If you need to can then drag the tabs to increase the text
type a ll in upper case, either tap and hold or selected.To place the cursor within a word,
double-tap the Shift key. just tap where you want it to appear.

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it (see the Selecting Text tip) and tap the
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or twice to capitalise a ll the text. You’re
offered the capitalisations as replacements
in the strip above the keyboard.
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have a dedicated emoji icon in the quick are typing and show them as suggestions
access bar along the top but there might above the keyboard. You can speed up your
also be an emoji key on the keyboard. Each typing by tapping the correct word as it
section of the emoji menu w ill have multiple appears,to insert it into the text.Tap the
pages, swipe left or right to move between sm all arrow (or the three dots icon) to see a
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feedback > Keyboard swipe controls. You can
then slide your finger across the keyboard
instead of tapping the keys. Lift your finger
when the word appears.
Tip 8 - Voice Typing
in y On Samsung devices, you can
by speaking. To type with your voice, tap
the mic icon above the keyboard and say
what you want to type. In some languages,
you can enter punctuation by saying it, for
example “comma”, “full-stop”, “question mark’
or “exclamation mark”.
Tip 9 - Stickers and GIFs
input text y The newest Samsung keyboard gives
you quick access to several additional
elements with a bar across the top, including
animated pictures to use. Tap the three-dots
icon, then select GIFs and choose what you
want to add to the keyboard. You can then
add GIFs to your text messages and more.

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 Customise Alerts
and Ringtones
Head to Settings > Sounds and vibration on your device and in the Ringtones, Notification Sound
and System Sound sections there are dozens of presets available; they range from simple bells
and beeps,to ethereal melodies and dance tunes. You can even set individual sounds to specific
contacts. In the event that you aren’t happy with the standard ringtone and alerts, you can
change almost every element of the sound profile on your device.

Change the Default Ringtone

You can customise most of the various sounds used on your device, even if that just means turning them on or
off, from the ringtone to keypad tones. Here’s a guide to personalising the sounds on your Samsung.

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Open the main Settings app and V H Select a ringtone and a preview of it This lets you use music and sound

n look for “Sounds” or “Sounds and plays.Tap the Back button if happy
Vibration”. You can access almost a ll of the with your selection. Scroll down to the
sound options on your device from this bottom of the list to see the option to ‘Add
3 files as your ringtone.Tap the option
and then choose where you want to look for
the audio file (Sound Picker is the Samsung
settings menu. Scroll down until you see the from phone’ or Add ringtone’ (depending on default). Select a song or audio file to use as
Ringtone heading, tap it and you w ill see a device). If it’s not there, tap the + icon in the a ringtone. You can also choose whether it
list of a ll of the available ringtones. top-right corner to get there. plays from the beginning or just a highlight.

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Assign a Ringtone to a Contact

You can assign a different call ringtone to every single person in your contacts if you wish.
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Open the People or Contacts app
on your device. Scroll down to and
select a contact from the main list to see
that contact’s details. Tap Edit at the foot of
the screen, scroll a ll the way down and tap
the ‘View more’ link.
V H Scroll down again and tap the
newly-revealed Ringtone link. You’re
shown the Ringtone picker again.Tap one to
preview it, and when you’ve found one you
like, tap Back to see that ringtone associated
with the contact in question.
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K f l on, the newly selected ringtone w ill
play instead of the standard ringtone. This
is a great way of screening calls without
even needing to take your phone out of your
pocket or bag.

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There is no reason why you need to stick with the standard ringtones which come with your device.
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computer, connect your phone to
2 see the Ringtones folder. Copy your
3 method for adding MP3s as
your computer using a USB cable. Your PC music file (mp3) into the Ringtones folder. ringtones. You may see an Add button on the
should automatically download the drivers Disconnect your phone from your computer. ringtones selection screen. Tapping this w ill
you need. Mac users w ill need to download The music track should now display in the allow you to choose any mp3 file currently
Android File Transfer. normal Ringtone selection menu. on your phone as a ringtone.

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 SETUP & BASICS

o Personalise the
Galaxy Home Screen
Changing the Home screen, whether that means a new wallpaper, moving icons into folders or
choosing widgets, is one of the first things most new Android users want to do. The Home screen
is an extremely flexible area, particularly on Samsung Galaxy devices, and can be used to make
your device much more usable, unique and personal to you. Here’s how you go about it.

Changing the Wallpaper

The exact steps for changing the wallpaper may vary between devices, depending on how new the device is, and
which version of Android is currently being used.

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the Home screen until it shrinks and ■ ■ option and then scroll through the
options appear. Exact options w ill vary but wallpaper thumbnails to see a ll system
you w ill usually see Wallpapers, Widgets and wallpapers available on your device. If you
Settings.Tap the Wallpapers option and the like the look of one of them, tap on the
Wallpaper selection screen w ill show under thumbnail and then choose whether to
the “My wallpapers” heading. apply it to Lock screen, Home screen or both.
H
The wallpaper chooser also gives you
the option to use an image from your
Photo Gallery. Tap the Gallery option and a
selection of recent images appear. Scroll up
and down for more. These can be displayed
from multiple locations, depending on what
apps you have installed.

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and choose the album you want to browse. open the application where the image is displayed, you w ill see a preview of how
When you see an image or images you want located (the Gallery app for example), view it w ill look. You can then move the image
to use, select them. When you’re finished, tap the image and tap the Three-dots or Menu around to better fit the frame. You can also
Done and they’re made available to add to button. From the menu, select the Set As choose to turn on the motion effect (if
your Lock/Home Screen. option and choose Wallpaper. available on your device).

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wallpaper store. You can find this by tapping
and holding on the Home screen, choose
Wallpapers and then scroll down and tap
Explore more wallpapers. Many of the
wallpapers cost money, but some are free.
V H You can also find lots of wallpapers
elsewhere. Open the Play Store app
on your device and search for Zedge. There
are a couple of different options, but the
free wallpaper repository is the one with
the purple logo. When the app is installed,
tap to open it and start browsing.
V H When you find a wallpaper you like,
K f l tap the thumbnail to view it on
screen. Not all wallpapers w ill be suitable
for your device, so use the preview to make
sure before you download. Use the tabs to
see details of the image. Tap Download to
finish and the image is downloaded.

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Wallpaper-based Dynamic Theming

You can change the colour theme of your Android phone, based on your chosen wallpaper.

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When you change your wallpaper, Having set it as your new wallpaper, Tap the Apply button and the colour
you can select a new theme, that is,
2 you’re invited to choose a colour palette is applied to your phone. All
a set of colours that are applied throughoutpalette for your phone based on the colours sorts of things change their appearance. If
your phone.This includes on menus, buttons, in the wallpaper. Pick one, and flick the you don’t like it, go back to the ‘Wallpaper
backgrounds and apps. First, choose a new switch if you also want the new palette to and style’ screen and ta p ‘Colour palette’ to
wallpaper for your phone. be applied to the phone’s app icons. change it for something else.

Home Screen Widgets

Widgets are an important and useful part of the Android OS, allowing you to access app info instantly.

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few widgets placed on the Home
screen when you first set it up.These can be
removed or moved to suit your needs. See
more on removing widgets further down the
page.To begin adding new widgets, tap and
hold on any blank area of the Home screen.
From the Menu, tap the Widgets
2 option. You w ill now see a grid
containing all available widgets currently
installed. If there are different widgets
available for the same app, different sizes for
example,you can see the options available
by tapping on the image in the grid.
To add your chosen widget to the
3 Home screen,tap and hold on the
image in the grid until the view shifts back to
the Home screen. Keeping your finger on the
screen, you can drag the widget into position,
even dragging it on to a new Home screen
panel. Lift your finger to place the widget.

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Some widgets can be made bigger When made larger, some widgets Removing widgets is easy and
or sm aller to better fit your available
5 w ill expand to display more
6 can be repeated as many times
Home screen space. To resize a widget, tap information automatically. Some widgets as needed. Removing a widget from the
and hold on it for a couple of seconds and w ill stay the same size but their active Home screen doesn’t mean it has been
then let go. If the widget can be resized, area, the one that opens the app when removed from the device; it w ill be in the
an outline and tabs w ill appear around the tapped, expands to cover more of the Widget menu if needed. Tap and hold a
edges. Drag these tabs to shrink or expand Home screen panel. Tap away from the widget and then tap the Remove icon that
the size of that widget. widget to stop editing. appears in the Action menu.

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9 and do a search fo r‘Widgets’, you
particular widget. What you can do depends left and right to show different widget can find more widgets for your Home
on the widget in question, but here we can information. To edit a sm art widget, tap screen. Some are paid for, others are free.
change the background colour, fade out the and hold it and from the menu, select the There’s a lot of widgets out there, so
background area and more. Add to or Remove from option. browse them and find ones you like.

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 Email &
Internet
The ability to use the Internet is one of the
best features of a Samsung Galaxy device, so
we show you howto do it. With our help you
can get online,set up your email accounts
and browse the web with the Google Chrome
browser. We show you howto use the Google
Mail app too, as well as getting more from the
Google Assistant and customising and using
your Samsung Galaxy device’s notifications.
With our help,you’ll soon be online
enjoying the Internet.

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 EMAIL& INTERNET

© Connecting
to Your Wi-Fi
A Large amount of the content you will want to access on your Galaxy device will require a
flexible and fast Internet connection, which usually means a Wi-Fi connection. Here you will
learn how to use your device’s wireless networking capabilities to activate Wi-Fi and connect to
any wireless local area network (WLAN) to which you have access.

Connecting to a Network
Before trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network,you should make sure you know the SSID (its name) of the network you
want to connect to, as well as the password needed. These should be supplied with your router.
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the Wi-Fi heading. It’s probably under
‘Connections’. First of all,you must turn yourstrength and whether the network is
Wi-Fi connectivity on. Drag the slider to the
right, then tap Wi-Fi. Your device begins to
scan for and displays any networks within
range, in a list.
Next to each available network,
2 you w ill see an indication of signal
secured. Hopefully you w ill see your Wi-Fi
network in the list. If not, make sure that
the Wi-Fi router is working and then tap
Scan or pull the screen down to try again.
When the name of your network
3 is shown, tap it and you w ill be
prompted to enter your Wi-Fi password
(your Wi-Fi password is provided by your
service provider). If you don’t know your
current one, try looking for an information
sticker on your router hardware.

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list of networks, tap More > Add
5 methods,your phone or tablet should networks list and tap the Settings icon
Wi-Fi network. You w ill then need to type in now connect to the Wi-Fi network.The Wi-Fi next to the SSID.The next screen should offer
your Network SSID (the name of the Wi-Fi icon w ill now appear in the top status bar a ‘Forget’ option, maybe illustrated by a bin.
network you want to connect to) and select and when you next turn Wi-Fi on, it w ill Other Android phones might have you tap the
the security type (normally WEP or WPA). automatically choose this network, if in range. SSID and choose Forget from a menu.

Using Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct is a way for Samsung users to transfer data to and connect to devices on the same Wi-Fi network.

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and w ait for nearby devices to be
2 you just need to accept the transfer
3
you are currently connected, simply
shown. Look for something prefixed with request. When you receive data, it is saved to open the image in the Gallery app and tap
‘DIRECT’. Both devices need to be connected your device automatically. Received files are the Share button. From the Share menu,you
to the same Wi-Fi network. Select a device normally saved to the My Files. You can also w ill be able to select Wi-Fi Direct and then
and when its owner accepts the connection, search for files in the Finder search, in the choose the correct device to send to from
the devices are connected. app drawer, if you can’t find them. the list of available devices.

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 Setting Up and
Sending Emails
Being able to sync your Gmail account easily to your Galaxy is great, but there are sure to be
lots of users who use different email accounts. Setting up your phone to pull emails from these
POP3 or IMAP accounts is relatively easy, but you will need your username and password details
and possibly the names of your incoming and outgoing mail servers.

Automatic Email Setup

For most users, the automatic email setup wizard w ill take any hard work out of configuring your email app and
should be able to find the relevant email server details from the email address you provide.
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menu on your phone and choose
2 complete,you can choose if and load on to your device from your
Add em ail address’ then the type of em ailwhen the app checks for new emails. You mail server.This can take a while, depending
you’re setting up to start the setup process. can set a higher frequency for peak times on both how many emails you have on the
Enter your em ail address, along w ith the and a lower frequency for off-peak times. If server and which type of em ail account has
password. Tap Next and w ait to see if the happy with the default settings, you can just been set up by default (POP3 or IMAP). You
Em ail app can pull the em ail settings from leave this for now. You can always change can simply repeat the process to add more
your ISP autom atically. these settings later. em ail accounts.

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Manual Email Setup

In some cases,the automatic email setup w ill fail and you w ill have to set
up manually. If you have set up email accounts before, this should be fairly
familiar to you. If not don’t worry, it isn’t too difficult.

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address’ then choose the email service
you want to add (if it’s not listed, tap ‘Other’).
Enter your details and tap Manual Setup. You
need the email server details (from your ISP
or their website). Choose the type of email
you use (POP3, IMAP or Exchange).
IMAP is generally better, as this type
2 of account keeps the message on the
server after reading on your phone; useful
if you access emails in multiple places. Tap
Next and the server settings should be pre­
filled for most of the major ISPs, but if not,
fill them out with the information you have.

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attempt to automatically configure
the incoming server settings. Repeat for the
outgoing server. If the manual setup fails,
you may need to change the security type
to SSL/TLS.The port for incoming emails
is usually 993 and usually 465 or 587 for
outgoing emails.
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If you’re still having problems,
double-check em ail server settings
w ith your ISP or em ail provider. On the
next screen, or later in Settings > Accounts
and backup > Manage accounts,you can
change some of the account settings.
These include the frequency at which the
app checks for new emails.
widget is resizeable, so you can make
it sm aller or larger by tapping and
holding, then dragging the handles.
The second widget is the same size
as an app icon. Use it to get directly
to an inbox or other folder in an
em ail account of your choice. You
can rename that mailbox on the
widget without effecting the mail
account itself.

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Sending Emails
If you are not familiar with using your phone to send and receive email, getting started can seem a bit of a chore.
By following this essential guide,you w ill learn how to compose, send and receive your emails anywhere.
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browsing the main apps list. You can also of the screen. If you w ant to reply to an inbox. If you have had more than one
start a new em ail or reply to a recent em ail em ail you have received, sim ply select the em ail in a conversation,you can open it
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set up on your Home screen. button (the curved arrow). screen before replying.

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If composing a new email,tap the Add a subject, then tap the Main r : | When you have finished composing
three-dots icon and choose ‘Add from Message box and start to type your i_ | your email, tap the Send button at
Contacts’ to find a contact in your main list. em ail message. When you’re typing,the the top of the screen (usually a paper dart
Or enter the email address manually into the predictive text works equally w e ll in emails icon). You can also tap the Menu button and
To box if you’re emailing someone not in your as elsewhere and you can add special choose to Save as Draft, if you don’t want to
contacts. You can add more than one recipient. characters such as emoji to your em ails. send the message straight away.

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Email Settings
You can change some of the default settings to suit your particular needs for that account.

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In the email app.tap the three-lines
icon (top left) and choose Settings from the
sidebar. If necessary, tap the account you
want to modify. On the next screen configure
how you’re notified of new emails. If you turn
notifications on, a New Mail icon appears in
your notifications bar.
To change the name linked with outgoing How often do you want your em ail app
emails on the account you’re editing, tap contact your server and download new
your name in the settings. A window opens, emails? Tap the Sync Frequency option and
in which you can edit your current name, you can choose between Never, Every 15
changing it to whatever you like. When minutes, Every 30 minutes or Every hour. If
someone gets an email from you, it’s listed you choose‘Never’,you can only download
as coming from this name. emails manually.

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When you compose a new email,you
should see some text already in the message
box.This w ill be something like ‘Sent
from Samsung Mobile’ and is your default
signature. This is automatically added to
emails but can be removed or changed if
you tap Signature.
Tap the Server settings option for the The next to options are checkboxes.
incoming or outgoing server and you see The Sync Em ail checkbox turns off the
the advanced settings used when sending syncing of that account with the em ail
or receiving email. Leave these alone unless server. The Download Attachments
you’re having problems with your email checkbox sets whether em ail attachments
account. Correct settings are available from are downloaded automatically, or only
your ISP or email service. manually when on Wi-Fi.

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 Browse the
Internet with Chrome
The mobile version of Google Chrome is now the standard browser on most Android
smartphones and tablets and is widely considered to be the fastest and safest browser around.
The app will be preinstalled on your Samsung Galaxy but you should check for the latest
updates on Google Play before you use the browser on your device. Samsung Galaxy devices
may also have a second web browser app that is called simply Internet.

Browsing the Internet

The Google Chrome browser is far from the only option for getting onto the Internet but unless you need very
specific features offered by other browsers, Chrome is a great all round choice. Here’s how to use it.

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w ill also see a microphone icon, which when
tapped w ill allow you to search by voice.

2 Chrome Menu
The Menu button should alw ays be visible
and gives you access to the bookmarking
button, page refresh and the forward and
back buttons.

3 Bookmarks List
Tap the star at the bottom of the Chrome
Home screen to see your bookmarked
websites. You can also access bookmarks
through the menu.

| Recent Sites
Recently visited websites w ill be displayed
as thumbnails on the opening screen of
Chrome. Tap any to open that website.

5 History
For a fu ll browsing history tap the clock
icon. The browsing history from your other
devices w ill also be shown if they use the
same Google account.

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search screen should open first, with recently opened or II | address of the website you want to visit. As you type Chrome
frequently opened websites as thumbnails below. If you’re using the w ill offer suggestions based on the words entered. Tap any of these
app for the first time the screen w ill be blank. To start searching for to enter the word as your search term. If Location Services are active,
websites, type in the search field. local results w ill be shown.

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keeping the first one open, you can create a new tab. On larger
Google format, albeit slightly adapted for sm all screens. If you don’t tablet screens tap the New Tab button at the top; you can also tap
want to use Google, you can change the default search engine in the Menu > New Tab. You can then do a new search. If not browsing on a
settings.Tap Menu > Settings > Search Engine. tablet you switch tabs by tapping the Overview button.

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Chrome w ill automatically detect if a website has a mobile
version and display the version appropriate to your device. If you
prefer to view the original version of a website, you can force Chrome
to do so. Open the site tap the Menu button and check the box next
to Request Desktop Site.
This feature, accessed through the Chrome menu, allows you to
search an individual open web page for specific words or phrases.Tap
Menu > Find in Page and then type the word in the search field that
opens. The number of tim es the word appears is displayed and the
arrows let you switch between instances.

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From Google Assistant
Google Assistant is part of the company’s push to take on Amazon’s Alexa, Apple’s Siri and
Microsoft’s Cortana personal assistants, and has been slowly evolving over the last few years. As
the name suggests, Google Assistant can help out in your everyday life,and become available in
even more ways if you invest in one of the many household devices compatible with the Google
Home service. So let’s take a look at how you can use the assistant on your Samsung.

Set Up Google Assistant

The Google Assistant is really rather Cleveland it makes sense to take advantage of it. After all,its complete design
is entirely based on making your life easier, so why not let it? Here’s how to get started with your Google Assistant.

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anytim e, by pressing and holding for the first tim e,you w ill see a
the Home button. This opens a small link to “Unlock more Assistant features”.
panel at the bottom of the screen, with the Th is allow s you to turn on screen context,
assistant immediately ready to listen to voice which changes w hat the assistant does
commands, or react to typed searches depending w hat is on screen when it
or queries. You can even take photos for is opened. You can also set this in the
Google to identify. assistant settings.
| To open the settings, open Google
[_ _ J Assistant and swipe up to make it
fu ll screen. Then tap your profile picture
at the top of the panel. Here you can set
privacy controls, add your name, address,
and other personal details, change the
language of the assistant, and teach
Google to recognise your voice.

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Using Google Assistant

Now you have Google Assistant set up, and have added the information you want it to have, you can start using it.

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time the assistant opens, it displays an
example task. You can activate this task
by tapping it or speaking a command, as
appropriate. These examples offer a good way
of learning what the assistant can do.
When the Voice command mic is
2 open and listening,you w ill see four
coloured lines at the bottom of the panel.
You can then give a voice command, such
as “Google, open the Messages app” or ask
Google to search for something online, e.g.
“Google how much does a polar bear weigh?”
If you want to type an instruction
3 instead of speaking it, tap the
keyboard icon found in the Google Assistant
panel. If you change your mind and want to
speak an instruction after all,tap the mic
icon in the text field. This takes you back to
the screen where you speak to the assistant.

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look up specific terms or words, identify
and compare the price of a product you
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by showing places of interest, and more.
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5 and have set up Routines,you can Assistant, the better it w ill get at
access them from Google Assistant. Just recommending tasks and commands. And
open the assistant and type or say the the more information you feed into it,the
routine name (e.g.“Good Morning”). You can more useful it w ill become. If you have
set up Routines even if you don’t have a added your home or work addresses, for
Home speaker. Open Google Assistant, say example,you can just say,“Show me the best
‘Google Assistant settings’ and tap Routines. route home/to work”.

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© Managing Your
Notifications
Notifications are used by your phone, or tablet, to alert you when new things happen on your
device, from a new email arriving to the latest breaking news story from your favourite news
app. You have a high level of control over your notifications, but if you don’t know how to
properly manage them, they can become annoying and sometimes intrusive. Let’s take a look
at how to organise your notifications so they work for you, not against you.

Notification Panel
The Notification panel is the quick way to view and interact with alerts on Android. If you learn how to use this
properly,you might never need to view notification settings. Here’s howto go about using your Notifications panel.

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icons in the status bar at the top of
2 with a sm all amount of information
3 right to remove it. Tap and hold a
the screen.To open the Notification panel, in the panel. However,you can expand most notification for options to turn off notifications
drag your finger down over the status bar. of these by dragging your finger down the for that particular app, or to go to the settings
They are grouped together so, for example, if notification group. This w ill allow you to see for that app,from where you can change
you have several Gmail messages, they w ill more information w hile staying within the how notifications arrive, whether they should
be displayed in a single list. Notification panel. appear when the phone is locked and more.

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Also on the app’s Notification Settings
screen is an option titled ‘Notification
categories’. Here you can set what app
actions result in a notification. For example,
in Phone services,you can choose whether to
get notifications for Wi-Fi calls, Alerts, Mobile
data status and more.
Tap a notification to open it in the
5 app that created it. For example, here
we tapped a notification about an incoming
voice message. The notification opened our
voice messages and played the message in
question. An email notification opens that
email in your email client.
You can clear all notifications from
6 the panel in one fell swoop by tapping
the Clear option, which is usually found at
the bottom of the open Notifications panel.
Alternatively,you can swipe away individual
notifications one at a time if,for instance,you
want to keep some in the panel.

Lock Screen Notifications

You can allow Android to display notifications on the Lock screen, and control how much information is shown.

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> Lock screen notifications. With this disabled, w ill see a similar display as you see in the
you only see them in the Notifications panel. If
you pick this option as your default, the setting
applies to all apps, however you can also
choose to apply it on a per-app basis.
If you choose to show complete
2 notifications on the Lock screen, you
Notifications panel, including some detail on
the notification. If you pick this option as your
default,you can still restrict certain apps on
your Lock screen by‘hiding sensitive content’.
When you allow notifications on
3
the Lock screen but block sensitive
content,you w ill see icons or a heading
telling you what sort of notification it is; but
you w ill not be able to preview it until you
unlock the device and open the panel. Again,
you can restrict certain apps and not others.

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 Security
& Privacy
When using a smartphone, it’s important
to keep your data secure and private.
That’s what we cover in this next
section. If you’ve finished using your
phone or tablet, we show you how to
Lock the screen to keep it from prying
eyes. Biometric tools such as Face ID
and Fingerprint ID are very safe ways of
Logging on, and to protect your important
data,you should back it up. We also
show you how to keep yourself safe from
viruses, and bring you some security tips.

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 © Locking the
Samsung Screen
Taking care of the security on your Android device is very important, and should not be
overlooked by any new user. Setting up a simple screen lock, whether that is a PIN, pattern or
password, is one of the first things you should do to make your device more secure. Adding a
lock screen also enables more advanced security features to be activated.

PIN, Pattern or Password Locks

Choosing between PIN, Pattern and Password lock is down to personal preference, and also your security concerns
regarding the level at which you want to protect your data. Here’s how to go about making that choice.
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section. Screen Security is the first section, with Screen Lock
the first option. Within the Screen Lock settings you w ill see five
options: None, Swipe, Pattern, PIN,and Pattern. Swipe and None can
be ignored for now.
To set up a pattern lock, tap Pattern and choose whether
2 you want to add an extra sign in on start-up.Tap Continue
and draw your pattern out on the dots. The lines of your pattern can
cross over each other, allowing you to make the pattern lock quite
complicated and hard to guess.

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confirm it. Once you are back on the Security Settings screen,
take a look at the Automatically Lock option and change it to a period
which best suits you. You should choose Immediately or a short
period for the best security.
To add an extra level of security, use the slider to make the
pattern invisible when you input it.Th is stops someone
looking over your shoulder and easily seeing the pattern drawn.To
check your pattern lock, turn off the screen and then turn it back on
again. Enter your pattern.

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SETTINGS SCREEN LOCK TYPE

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5 a pattern lock, although they are not quite so quick to input. As ■ fl numerical only), but steer clear of repetition or runs of
when setting up a pattern lock, when you set up a PIN lock,you w ill numbers such as 1111 or 1234, as these are easy to guess. You should
be asked if you want to add a PIN on start-up for extra security. also avoid using your birth date or any other easily guessed number.

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B PIN to confirm it. Once this is done and you are back on the Android device. Passwords can be alphanumeric and therefore
Security Settings screen, take a look at the Automatically Lock optionthe most difficult to guess if you choose w ell. As with a PIN lock, don’t
and change it to a period which best suits you. Choose Immediately choose an easily guessed word such as your surname. The hardest
or a short period of time for the best security. passwords to crack use letters, numbers and symbols.

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You can also choose how much of your notifications are

9 shown on the lock screen once you have a lock set up.
You can choose to show a ll of the notification content, or just show
that there are notifications (without showing content). You can also
disable notifications.
Smart Lock
y If you are running Lollipop on your device,you can make
unlocking easier using Smart Lock for Android. You w ill need to
have a screen lock set up before you can activate Smart Lock.

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 Using Galaxy
Biometric Tools
Many of the more recent Samsung Galaxy devices allow you to unlock using a few different
biometric methods. Biometrics means the use of human characteristics to perform actions.
Almost all current phones and tablets allow you to use a fingerprint or facial recognition to
unlock them and some, like the S8, S9 and S10, have the ability to use iris scanning technology.

Fingerprint Unlock
Adding your fingerprint to compatible Samsung Galaxy devices is a relatively simple task but one that needs to be
completed before continuing. Follow this guide to registering and using fingerprints on your device.
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Press your finger in the centre of the
Use biometric authentication to verify your identity easily and scanning target. Lift it when the circle is
securely.
complete, then press again.

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Keep your personal files and apps safe and secure. centre o f the scanning target, then lift it when the c irc le is
com plete. Repeat until you reach 100%.

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w ill function,you w ill need to
2 > Biometrics and look for Fingerprints
3
screen or rear fingerprint scanner
register one or more of your prints with the or similar. Confirm your PIN if necessary,tap as indicated, several times, until 100 per
device. Once you have added one or more Continue on the next screen and then tap cent recognition is reached. You can actually
fingerprints,you can use them to unlock Add Fingerprint. You’re now taken to the print register up to three fingerprints, either all of
the device, sign in to certain websites, verify registration screen, where you can see some your own, or allow someone else access to
some payments and verify your Samsung more information,along with some instructions your phone. Add more from Settings > Security
account whenever asked to. for registering your fingerprints accurately. and privacy > Biometrics > Fingerprints.

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< Screen lock type

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If you haven’t set one up already, If it isn’t set automatically, go to

after registering your print,you have
to enter an alternative password just in
case the fingerprint reader fails. This can
be a PIN number or a regular password;
whichever you prefer. Confirm the password
when prompted.
5 Settings > Lock screen > Screen lock
type. If you don’t want to use fingerprint
recognition as a way to unlock your phone or
tablet, simply choose one of the other options.
Assuming that you do,tap the Fingerprint
option. You must have a print registered.
of dots ju st above the Home button or a
simple message telling you to use your
fingerprint to unlock, hold your finger on
the Home button to unlock the device. It
may take you a few attempts at first.

Web Sign-in and Verification

You can use your fingerprint to verify your identity when making purchases from Samsung services.

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Biometrics
Forgot password?
Samsung Pass Verify with one-time email
Use biometric authentication to verify your identity easily and
securely.

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Keep your personal files and apps sate and secure.

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Get extra privacy protection while using unsecured Wi-Fi Cancel
networks.

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Ensure that you have a network Tap Continue, then enter your Now, when you attempt to download
connection open (either Wi-Fi or
2 Samsung account password. You only an app from Samsung Apps, or when
a data connection) then open Settings > need to do this once, even if you turn this you are asked to sign in to your Samsung
Security and privacy > Samsung Pass. Tap option off and then on again at a later date; account for any other reason, a fingerprint
Verify Samsung Account and then tap the assuming your phone or tablet has not been scanner screen w ill appear instead of a
switch to turn the feature on. If you are not reset or you have changed account details, password entry screen. Just press or drag your
connected, it w ill attempt to do so now. your fingerprints w ill remain stored. finger over the Home button to continue.

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 SECURITY & PRIVACY
Unlocking with Your Iris
Some of the newer Samsung Galaxy devices allow you to not only unlock with your fingerprint but also with your
eyes (or more precisely,your irises). Here’s how you set up and use this feature on a compatible Samsung device.
D
You can use iris recognition as an
alternative to entering passwords
in certain apps, just like you can use your in bright sunlight or areas with excessive
fingerprint. You can also use your irises to
verify your identity when logging in to your
account. It does involve some flashing light,
so be wary if you suffer from epilepsy, etc.
Get ready to unlock your phone with a
glance.
For best results, set up iris recognition
indoors or away from direct sunlight.
If you're wearing glasses or contacts, remove
them. Keep in mind that you may not be able
to unlock your phone with your irises when
wearing glasses or contacts.
Hold your phone 25 to 35 centimetres from
your face.
Register just 1 iris
Enter your PIN or Password and read
the instructions for best results.Tap
continue and hold the phone about 25-35cm
in front of your face. When the circles appear
on screen, line them up with your eyes (also
shown on screen) until they are recognised.
Try to keep your eyes open naturally.
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Hold your device about 25-35 cm away from
your face with the screen facing towards
you.
Position your eyes in the circles shown on
the screen.
For best results, remove your
2 spectacles. Do not use the Iris Scanner
reflected light (for example, by a river);
similarly, don’t use the Iris Scanner in low light.
Look straight at the device, not up, down or
sideways and keep your head still for the scan.
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Your irises have been registered.
Turn on Iris unlock to use your biometrics or
your PIN to unlock your phone.
You can turn on Iris Unlock now,or
5 you can use the slider back in the
main Lock screen settings at any time, now
that your eyes have been registered. Back in
the main iris scanner settings you w ill also
see a new section labelled Manage Irises. In
this you w ill see the option to Preview Mask.
Just as with setting up fingerprint
3
unlock,you w ill need to register your
eyes so that they can be recognised when
you unlock; and you must set a pattern, PIN,
or password before the option is available to
use. Once you have done this,tap Iris Scanner
in the Lock screen settings.
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This is a fun addition to the iris
6 scanner that you can use or ignore. It
simply adds a cartoon mask over the scanner
window when it appears on screen (e.g. robot
or animal eyes). If you choose a mask and
then change your mind, simply come back to
this option and choose the blank mask.

< IRIS SCANNER
MANAGE IRISES
Remove iris data
Preview screen mask
IRIS VERIFICATION
Samsung Pass
Use your irises to verify your identity via Internet
and other supported apps.
Samsung account
Use your irises to verify your identity when
making purchases in Samsung services.
Samsung Pay
Use your irises to verify your identity when
purchasing content via Samsung services.
Iris unlock
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Once you turn on Iris Unlock,you
w ill have the option to show the
iris scanner as soon as you wake the screenbutton to wake the screen. Line your eyes
or leave it on the default setting, which
requires you to swipe the screen first before
the scanner appears. Try both options and
see which works best for you if you are not
sure which to choose.
Face Recognition
You can also use face recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps.
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Be aware that Face recognition is
less secure than Pattern, PIN or
Password unlock. When registering your face,
might need to enter your PIN, pattern or
ensure that you are in a w ell-lit area and
the camera lens is clean. To use your face to
unlock your device, you must set a pattern,
PIN or password first,as a backup method.
To use the scanner, lock your
8 phone and then press the power
up with the circles (or the mask if you set
one). Assuming proper setup,your phone
should unlock almost instantly. Your
alternative unlock option (PIN, etc.)
is always available to use also.
Tap Settings > Security and privacy
2 > Biometrics > Face recognition. You
password.Tap continue and then line up your
face with the circle that appears on screen.
Hold position until the circle is highlighted
and the screen changes.
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If you want to be able to use the
iris scanner to authorise Samsung Pay
transactions, use Samsung Pass or to
make purchases through your Samsung
account,you w ill need to set up these
options in the Iris Scanner settings. You
always need to unlock these settings from
the Lock screen settings.
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Add alternative appearance to enhance
recognition
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Stay on Lock screen until swipe
When you unlock with face recognition, you'll stay on
the Lock screen until you swipe. Turn this off to go c
directly to the last screen you were using.
Require open eyes
For added security, only recognise your face when c
your eyes are open.
Brighten screen
Increase screen brightness temporarily so your face c
can be recognised in the dark.
After registering your face, an options
3
screen is presented to you. You can, if
you wish, remove your face data from here. If
you regularly change your appearance, add
an alternative face with a different haircut,
makeup and so on.There’s also a series of
on-off options that speak for themselves.
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 © Back Up & Sync
Your Samsung Galaxy
Originally launched with the Galaxy Note 7, Samsung Cloud is now available on almost
all Samsung Galaxy devices. With Cloud backups, users have a backup option that works
independently of USB cables and computers. It backs up native apps such as Calendar and
Contacts, as well as select third-party apps; so users can start right where they left off on a new
device. Your data is backed up too, so if you need to reinstall, you don’t lose anything.

Cloud Backing Up and Restoring

Several cloud backup options are available to Samsung Galaxy users. To get to them, open the Settings app and go
to Accounts and Backup. From there, proceed with the following steps to back up and sync your device.

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Open the Settings app, and go to Tap Back up data, listed under the Some options require permissions
Accounts and backup. Here you see
2 service you want to use. Once again,
3
before you can switch them on. If
the backup options that are available to you.
we’re using Samsung Cloud. On the next you have one listed, tap it and a pop-up
In this case, we can back up to Samsung screen, you’re given a list of things that are window asks if you want to give permission
Cloud or Google Drive. We’re using Samsung optional in a backup. Switch on every item for the phone to back up that particular item
Cloud, which is why there’s no Restore you want to include in your backup; they’re category. Tap Allow, and you can then switch
option for Google Drive. off by default. that option on.

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Scroll this screen up, and at the foot
of the options list, you see an option
called Auto back up while roaming’. Roaming
charges are the additional price you might
pay while using your phone abroad, and can
be expensive. We suggest you leave this off.
When you’re ready, tap the ‘Back up
y If you have more than one Android
5 now’ link at the foot of the screen.
device,you can keep their data in
sync using the cloud.That way, a note,
Your Galaxy device is backed up. It takes
calendar event, message and more
a while first time you do it, but after that,
created on one device also appears on
only files that are new or have changed are
the other. Go to Settings > Accounts
copied to the cloud, so it works a lot quicker.
and backup > Manage accounts.

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Restore

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To restore your phone or tablet
6 from a cloud backup that you’ve
previously made, open the Settings app.and
go to Accounts and backup. Look for the
cloud service you’re restoring from, and tap
‘Restore data’. Review the list of backups, and
choose which you want to use.
□
On the next screen, you can decide
what data you w ant to restore.
Everything’s ticked by default, but if you
only w ant to restore (say) Calendar, to
retrieve an event you deleted accidentally,
untick everything except the Calendar. Tap
Restore at the foot of the screen.
switch that lets you auto sync all
data. Otherwise,tap on a category and
choose what you sync. After syncing,
all devices signed into your Samsung
account are kept in sync.Tap Add
account for a list of more things you
can sync.

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 • Dealing with
Viruses on Galaxy
In some ways, when it comes to viruses, malware and other tech nasties, Samsung Galaxy is a
victim of both its own success and of its open nature. If you read any of the tech news, or even
mainstream news sometimes, it can seem like virus threats on Galaxy are increasing by the
week. Exactly how much of a problem is this then and what is Google doing to make sure your
device isn’t affected? Read on to learn more about viruses on your Galaxy device.
SCAN NOW
Antivirus
Software
Just like on your computer there
are lots of different Anti-virus tools
available on Android; and just like on a
PC,they a ll do broadly sim ilar things
and offer sim ilar features. You w ill also
have a choice of using a free app, or
paying for a premium app. One of the
best free apps is AVG AntiVirus FREE.
With AVG AntiVirus FREE for Android
phones and tablets you’ll receive
effective, easy-to-use virus and malware
protection, as w e ll as a real-time app
scanner, phone locator, task killer, app
lock and local device wipe.
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Understanding Virus Threats
You really don’t need to panic over the threat of viruses on your device, but
it makes sense to know more about them so you can stay malware-free.
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Security
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Android Viruses
There are thankfully still few viruses
which affect the Galaxy operating system.
One of the most well-known is Trojan-SMS.
AndroidOS.FakePlayer.a.This was the first
Trojan-SMS virus identified on Android, and
was thought to have infected hundreds of
thousands of devices.The virus was capable
of sending SMS messages to premium
rate numbers without the user having any
indication that something was wrong. Other
well-known viruses include Gingermaster,
which was capable of stealing user info from
the infected device (user ID, SIM, IMEI, etc.)
and DroidKungFu,which allowed backdoor
access to the device and files to be removed.
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Lookout DroidDream
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You are infected with
DroidDream and we can
attempt to fix it. To do so we
will use /system/bin/profile to
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packages: com.android.
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Android Malware
The distinction between viruses and
malware on Android is something of a
grey area. Viruses get called malware and
malware get called viruses. It is safe to
say, however, that you really don’t want
either to infect your device. One of the best
known malware attacks was DroidDream
(also known as Android.Rootcager) which
affected around 60 apps on the Android
Market (Google Play Store) in 2011.The
malware added infected devices to a botnet,
installed additional software and stole data.
It is thought that hundreds of thousands of
devices were infected, even though Google
was quick to release a fix for the problem.

o Ten Galaxy
Security Tips
We are now using our Galaxy device to store passwords, banking details, private emails and other
valuable and very private information. Before you even begin adding this sort of information to your
device,you need to think about security.These quick and simple-to-complete tips all help to increase
security, and used together, make your device a virtual fortress that keeps sensitive information private.
Add a Screen Lock
y It has certainly been mentioned elsewhere in
the security guides in this book, but we will say
it again; setting a screen lock pattern, password
or PIN is an essential security step! And it is one
which every user should make a priority as soon
as their device is set up.
PIN and password locks are the most secure
option, but a pattern lock generally offers faster
access to your device and is easier to remember
for most users. If you’re using a pattern lock, at
least make it complicated enough that it can’t be
easily guessed, and disable the option to have it
displayed on screen as you draw it.
Set Up User Profiles
y If your device is to be shared with other
members of your family, take advantage of the
User Profile option and give everyone their own
secure area. Each user gets to have their own
email account,apps and photo store, so your
privacy (as well as theirs) is preserved. If you are
just letting a friend or colleague use your device
for a few minutes, set up a Guest Profile instead.
You can read more about setting up additional
users elsewhere in this magazine.
Encrypt Your Data
y Encrypting the data on your device adds an
extra layer of protection if your phone or tablet
is lost or stolen. Encryption stores your data in a
form that can only be read if you have the right
credentials. You can encrypt all the data on your
Android device, including your account data, app
data, music and other media, and downloaded
information. You can add encryption via the
Security menu in Settings. On devices running
Lollipop, you w ill be asked if you want to add
an additional sign-in on boot when setting a
screen lock.
Backup Regularly
y Regular backups should definitely be a part of
your Android security setup. While having current
backups doesn’t actually make your device more
secure, it does make losing or breaking your phone
much easier to recover from. Google can easily
be set to create automatic backups in Settings >
Backup my Account
Let Google Verify Apps
y All of the apps available on the Google Play
Store have been checked and verified by Google.
It is possible, however,to install apps from sources
other than the official store, and these apps can
contain harmful software. If you install apps from
other sources,you can turn on app verification to
make sure the apps you install are scanned for
malware. Open Settings > Security and turn on
Scan Device for Security Threats.
Install a Security App
y Although Android devices provide lots of
security tools right out of the box, it is still a good
idea to install a reputable third-party security or
anti-virus app such as 360 Security, Avast Antivirus
& Security or Lookout Mobile Security. Many of
these not only allow you to scan for viruses and
malware, but also include real-time browser scans
and performance-boosting tools. It is worth trying
out a few to see which one works best for you.
Lock Your Apps
y Locking individual apps is a secondary layer
of security to prevent anyone from using your lost
device if they have managed to bypass your locked
Android. You can use a free app like App Lock for
this purpose. The idea here is not to lock every
single app in your device; just the data-sensitive
ones like your email apps or file managers. Some
devices include a locked area which can be used
for this purpose without installing extra software.
TEN GALAXYSECURITYTIPS
j O Avoid Unsecured
Networks
y Never join an unsecured network. This is
especially true when doing business with your
smartphone or tablet, but it should really be the
general rule for any mobile devices. If you often
work in coffee shops and restaurants,and need to
connect to the Internet, only use those networks
with a password. If you do have to work on a
wireless network with no password, make sure you
don’t transmit sensitive data.
Q Enable Android
Device Manager
y Android Device Manager comprises a set of
tools which you can access through your computer
browser. If you lose your Android device, you can
use Android Device Manager to show its location
using GPS, make it ring at full volume, lock it
remotely, and wipe it remotely. Some devices will
have ADM automatically enabled, while others will
require you to enable it in the Security Settings.
Once enabled,you can access ADM on any browser
a twww.google.com/android/devicemanager.
Keep it Close
y The best way to keep your device safe is to
keep it close. You wouldn’t leave your wallet or
purse on the table when in a cafe or bar, so don’t
do it with your phone. When you aren’t using it,
put it away in your pocket or bag,and make sure
you know where it is at all times if you are in a
busy place, it is easy to see your phone as a cheap,
almost disposable item, largely due to carrier deals
and yearly upgrades, but remember that replacing
your device mid-contract can be expensive.
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 Galaxy Tools
How are you getting on with the Bixby
Assistant? Do you use it to its fullest?
Do you use it at all? With our help,
you can get right to the heart of the
Galaxy’s digital personal assistant. We
also show you some great tools such as
m ulti-w indow and screen capture, using
the always-on screen, the Samsung
Galaxy’s camera, display widgets, how
to edit photos in the Gallery app,the
Samsung Galaxy Edge tools, connecting
to Bluetooth devices and more.

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© Using the Bixby

Personal Assistant
Bixby is a digital personal assistant that’s exclusive to Samsung devices.Think of it as Samsung’s
answer to Apple’s Siri or Windows’ Cortana. You can use Bixby in a number of ways,from employing
it for voice commands, to utilising it to recognise objects or text in a photo and then providing
information. Bixby was launched in 2017, and is available on the latest Samsung Galaxy devices,
from the Samsung Galaxy S7, Galaxy Tab S4 and Samsung Galaxy Note FE onwards.

Bixby Set Up
Before you can use the Bixby digital assistant,you have to set it up. Fortunately,this is fairly easy to do. Follow this
short guide and you’ll soon be up and running with your Samsung assistant, and ready to use Bixby to its fullest.
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Bixby Microphone
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Used to listen for voice commands

Calendar
Keep your hands free
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T a lk to Bixby anytim e, whether you are cooking or
exercising, by saying "Hi, Bixby".

Camera
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Used to take pictures and videos
Com plete ta s k s fa ste r ju st by using your voice. You can
sa y "Hi Bixby, turn on the torch”.
Contacts
Control your devices Used to make calls and save new contacts

E a s ily control your d e vic es with S m a rtT hing s ju st by

using your voice.
Location
P Used to recommend restaurants, businesses, and
other results nearby

Phone
Used to make and answer calls

Photos and videos

B1 Used to access pictures and videos

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f t data. It will be applied to all of your Bixby devices.
M usic and audio

Continue Continue

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To access Bixby, press and hold the There’s not much to do here. If When the setup process is complete,
side button. The first time you open
2 necessary,you might be asked to
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you’re taken back to the Home
the Samsung digital assistant,you’re shown choose a language for Bixby. You get to screen, with Bixby open. You can open the
this screen, which gives information about pick a voice style (male or fem ale), and now-active Bixby assistant at any time
the service and what it can do on your you’re shown a list of the permissions the by pressing and holding the side button,
Samsung Galaxy device.Tap the Continue service w ill need. Just keep following the regardless of what you have open on your
button to begin the setup process. on-screen instructions. device at the time.

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Using Bixby Home

The Bixby Home screen is your central hub for everything Bixby can do, as well as for notifications and alerts from
other apps such as Gmail; notifications still appear in the status bar/Notification panel.

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personal assistant. As mentioned before, you
can do it by pressing and holding the side
button. You can also use your wake word(s),
which is either ‘Bixby’ or ‘Hi Bixby’. Either
way, the Bixby assistant opens.
) When Bixby opens, there’s a row of If you want to type a command to Bixby,
commands in bubbles. These are based on simply tap the keyboard icon in the bottom-
how you use the service. Slide the row left left corner of the Bixby panel. Type whatever
and right to see them all, and tap one of the it is you need to type, and it appears in the
bubbles to execute the Bixby command in text field.Tap the icon on the right-hand side
question. Here we tapped,‘Create a reminder’. of the text field to execute the command.

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In the top right corner of the Bixby panel
is a link title d ‘Discover’, and illustrated with
a compass icon. Tap it to open a very useful
help page, which shows you ways in which
you can use the digital assistant.Take a look,
there’s lots of useful information here.
y The blue icon in the centre of the lower
part of the panel is the Bixby icon. Tap it to
activate the microphone and talk to Bixby. It
morphs into a line w hile the mic is active. If
you give Bixby an instruction, it’s executed
when you stop speaking.
y Tap the cog icon to access Bixby’s settings.
Of particular note is the Voice setup option,
which lets you choose‘Bixby’ o r‘Hi Bixby’ as
wake words, which let you use the service
without touching your phone. To disable the
assistant, scroll up and tap ‘Leave Bixby’.

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 Using Bixby Voice
You can give Bixby instructions with your voice instead of typing, and you can even summon the Bixby panel
without even touching your device. Here’s a guide to how to do this, and what you can do by speaking to Bixby.

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tap the icon, or use the wake-up
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w ord s‘Bixby’ o r ‘Hi Bixby’, depending on you can talk to Bixby. Bixby Voice w ill it playing in your default music app, or ‘Send
which you’ve set up in Bixby’s Settings. You display your speech as on-screen text okay to Mum’ to create a message to your
can then communicate with the service (as it understands it) and w ill launch the mum saying ‘okay’. There are lots of voice
using your voice instead of tapping options corresponding functions, or show the commands available, and you can see a list to
or typing instructions. information you requested on screen. peruse later in this guide.

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4 it might follow up with a question
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of its own. For exam ple, if you sim ply say use your voice. To begin typing, tap the Bixby and say some of the following; ‘Tell
“Send a text”, Bixby w ill ask who you want Keyboard icon at the bottom of the Bixby me a joke’, ‘Tell me a story’, ‘Sing me a
to send the message to and may even ask Voice screen. You can then make requests song’, ‘What came first, the chicken or the
how you w ant to send it (which messaging or activate features using commands such egg?’ and more. You could waste an entire
app to open). as ‘Open music player’. evening playing with Bixby.

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Bixby Voice Commands

The more you use Bixby, the better it gets at understanding your voice and your requirements. Here are some
commands that your amazing Bixby digital assistant should easily recognise, even the first time you use it.
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y You can ask Bixby to open an app directly: y You can use Bixby to show you the ) You can quickly search for information
“Open Mail”, or you can ask it indirectly by weather forecast for the day, or even the on the Internet using Bixby Voice, for
requesting a function of a particular app: “Send week. Press the Bixby key and say “Show example: say,“Search for nearby book stores
email to Jim”. State your request, including me today’s weather”. Brief information w ill on the Internet”; the Internet app w ill show
the app or feature name, to help Bixby Voice appear on the Bixby Voice screen. You can the results. You can also ask Bixby specific
execute your request more accurately. then tap the weather information for details. questions to prompt an online search.

More Bixby Commands

There’s plenty more you can do with the amazing Bixby personal assistant. This is by no means a complete list, but
it w ill give you much better idea of just what you can use Bixby to do on your Samsung Galaxy device.

■ Open [app name] ■ Scroll to the top/bottom ■ Expand the notification from Messages
■ What time is it? ■ Zoom in/out ■ Control the brightness on the notification
■ What’s the date today? ■ Turn on auto rotate panel

■ Turn the volume up/down ■ Set the phone to portrait mode ■ Read a ll notifications

■ Restart my phone ■ Turn off the screen ■ Read the latest notification

■ Turn the Flashlight on/off

■ Show me my most recent app in split ■ Open Contacts and Create a new contact
■ Turn on Emergency mode
screen view as David
■ Play music
■ Close [app name] ■ Open Contacts and Show David’s contact info
■ Stop the music
■ Close a ll recent apps ■ Open Contacts and Show my friends group
■ What song is this?
■ Open [app name] in split screen view ■ Open Contacts and Change my status
■ What’s the name of this song? message to busy
■ Show me my recent apps
■ Remind me to buy milk tomorrow at 9 am ■ Open Contacts and Link David to Jane
■ Open this app as a pop-up
■ Show me my most recent reminder ■ Minimise this app
■ Switch windows ■ Open Phone app and...
■ Take a screenshot ■ Close Messages ■ Open Settings and...
■ Go back ■ Clear notifications from Messages ■ Open Messages and...
■ Show the Home screen ■ Show me a ll notifications ■ Open Camera and...
■ Scroll up/down ■ Open the quick panel ■ Open Clock and...
■ Swipe Left/right ■ Close the notification panel ■ Open Calendar and...

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 Bixby Vision
Bixby Vision is a bit like an online image search, except it uses live images (taken on your camera) as the source,
rather than just images from the Internet. It can then supply information about the object you photograph.

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you w ill need to make sure that you
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it w ill give you certain options.
are connected to a Wi-Fi or data network supported apps, such as the Gallery or These can,for example, include a shopping
and that, on the device,you have signed Camera apps. When you open an app such option, which lets you check information
in to your Samsung account. The available as the cam era,you w ill see a “Bixby Vision’ (price, availability, etc.) at whichever online
features and search results may vary button that you w ill need to tap to enter retailers the object is matched to. If no
depending on the region or service provider, Bixby Vision mode. You can then take a matching item is detected,the Shopping
but most should be available everywhere. snap of an object. button won’t appear.

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images sim ilar to the recognised
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object. You can view various images with buildings and other geographical features. have a third-party reader app installed. It
properties sim ilar to the object. You need For exam ple, if you want to search for cafes w ill automatically recognise the OR when
to keep the object within the frame of the in your current area, use the Bixby Vision lined up in the Vision box. OR codes give
camera’s viewfinder to recognise it. When feature. Point the camera at a cafe and the access to a variety of information, such as
the object is recognised,the available device w ill search for (and hopefully show website details, location information, or
Search icons w ill appear. you) other nearby cafes. business card details.

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One of the best features of Bixby Vision is the ability to detect text
and translate it. For example, if you want to know what a sign says
while travelling abroad, snap a picture and the device detects the
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Find Nearby Places

Another really useful feature of Bixby Vision is Nearby Places.
This uses AR to find places nearby via your camera, based on
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locations marked in Google Maps and other apps. All you need
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in the viewfinder w ill appear as a list your criteria, such as: the category
on screen.The list w ill be populated of places you search for, the search
by nearby places, even if not shown in distance away from your current
the viewfinder. To find different places, location and star ratings for P FOURSQUARE

just tap the back arrow to return to various places like restaurants,
the camera view. bars and cafes.

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© Multi-window
and Smart Capture
Thanks to a recent update to the Android operating system, you can run two apps side-by-side
or one above the other in split-screen mode. Samsung Galaxy devices have had this feature for
longer, but the way multi-window works on Samsung devices has also changed slightly. This
guide looks at multi-window and then the screen capture tool, Smart Capture.

Multi-window on Samsung
Multi-window mode on Samsung devices has been available for some time, and works very slightly differently to
most other devices, even after updating to the latest version of Android. Here’s a guide to how it works.

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On your Samsung device, tap the Recents button to view the You can then tap the thumbnail to open an app in the bottom
thumbnails of recently opened apps. On the top bar of each
2 half of the screen. To change the ratio of the split, touch and
app thumbnail is a multi-window icon.Tap this to open the first apphold on the dividing line and drag it up and down. If you drag the
in the top half of the screen. You w ill see that the bottom half still divider a ll the way up or down, you w ill drop out of multi-window
shows Recent Apps. back in to single window mode.

If you leave multi-window mode by pressing the Home
3
button, it w ill stay active. A notification in the status bar w ill
display the multi-window icon, and tapping it w ill switch back to
the split screen view. You can cancel the split screen by tapping the
X in the notification.
You can also open an application in a pop-up window on some
Samsung devices.To move an application to a floating pop-up
window, open the application, touch a top corner of the screen and
swipe diagonally toward the centre of the screen. This feature works
better on tablets than phones, but may be available on both.

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SETTINGS Q MULTI WINDOW

Connections Press and hold the Recents key to

change the current app from full
screen view to split screen view.
While in split screen view, press and
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on the bottom.
Notifications

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Device maintenance

Touch and drag the blue outline to resize the pop-up.Touch If you search for ‘multi-window’ in the settings on your
5 6 Samsung Galaxy,you w ill find that there are a few options for
and drag the control dot at the top of the pop-up window to
move it around the screen. You can tap the arrow controls at the top the split screen mode. You can turn certain features on and off, and
of the box to change back to fu ll screen or shrink the window down change how the mode is accessed. There is also a developer option to
to app icon size. force apps to split screen.

Using Smart Capture

Sharing what is being displayed on your Samsung Galaxy screen is now easier than ever, with the addition of Smart
Capture tools for most devices. Here’s a guide to getting the most from Smart Capture on your Galaxy device.

SETTINGS Q SMART CAPTURE

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Show additional options after
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• Draw on the screenshot.
• Crop the screenshot.
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• Share the screenshot.

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Device maintenance

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If you didn’t already know, you can capture a screenshot of
your device by pressing and holding the Home key and the
Power key simultaneously. You can view captured images in Gallery.
You can also capture screenshots by swiping your hand to the left or
right across the screen.
K S With Smart Capture switched on,you can capture the current
■ ■ screen and scrollable area. You can also immediately crop
and share the captured screenshot. If this feature is not activated,
open Settings > Advanced features > Smart capture and tap the
switch to activate it.

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each time you take a screenshot. You need to be fairly quick to choose
the Smart Capture tool you want to use, so it is good to know what
each tool does.
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On the far left is Scroll Capture. Next to that is the drawing
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crop, save and share buttons. Crop lets you trim your screenshot down
immediately, rather than making you open it in Gallery. Share lets you
share the image.

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Always On and
Display Widgets
The Always On Display (AOD) feature allows users to check the time and date with ease and also
keep an eye on missed calls and message alerts, even when the phone is not in use and just on
standby. There’s no need to tap the screen. The Always On Display can be customised to include
clocks, images or calendars of different styles. Let’s take a look at some of the ways you can use
and adapt the Always On Display on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone.

Always on Display
The Always on Display shows information in a very low power way, using less than one percent of your battery life
per hour. If your battery power drops below five per cent, the display turns off. Here’s how to set up your AOD.
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on your Samsung Galaxy and look
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for the Lock Screen settings. About halfway how the Always on Display behaves, such Galaxy device’s clock is configured on your
down the list of settings you see Always on as whether you need to tap it to show or it’s Always on Display. You can choose between
display’.Tap the switch to turn this option shown always or according to a schedule. a digital or analogue clock, with day and
on. The lock screen is now shown even when You can also show information about music date options available too, including
the Galaxy device goes to sleep. being played on the Always on Display. forthcoming Calendar events.

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Tap the Image Clock bubble,and you can down the screen.These can be solid colours, of the screen. Your settings are saved, and
then add a sticker, an AR Em oji,a Bitmoji, a or a gradient involving multiple colours, next time your Samsung Galaxy device
picture from your Gallery or choose from a depending on which colour picker you sleeps, it shows your new lock screen with
Galaxy Theme. You can use gestures to fit a choose. As you can see in the preview atop your clock and if applicable, your picture in
picture in the frame. the screen, the clock colour changes. place on the always-on screen.

Display Widgets
You can add and remove w idgets to your alw ays on d isplay too, and activate them by double-tapping the
clock and then sw iping it down, w ith o u t even unlocking your device. H ere’s how to go about it.

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tap the Lock screen option. Scroll
2 you see this screen. You can choose the always-on screen,you can
up until you see the Lock screen and which widgets to add to this screen, and double-tap the clock and then swipe the
Widgets graphics.Tap the Lock screen which to remove - simply tap the switch screen down. Alternatively, on the Lock
graphic to edit what you see on the Lock next to each widget to turn them on or off. screen, simply tap the clock. You’re shown
screen when the phone is awake. Tap Tap Reorder (top right) and you can change the Widgets screen, with your chosen
Widgets to edit Lock screen Widgets. the order in which they appear. widgets on display.

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© Dark Mode, Blue

Light and Brightness
Your Samsung Galaxy device gives you a lot of control over your display and brightness settings.
Each display option is designed for a different reason, but getting any and all of them set up to
your liking makes using your Samsung Galaxy a much nicer experience and may even help you
save some battery power. Here’s a guide to setting up your screen options.

Dark Mode
Dark mode, which turns much of the interface black instead of the default white, can be scheduled to turn on
and off at regular times as well as being enabled as and when you want to. This is how to do it.

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the screen is off before it turns on.
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can find the option to enable Dark mode, asthe graphics. You have the choice of end time for Dark mode. Dark mode is very
w e ll as the options to configure it. If you just scheduling Dark mode for sunset to sunrise, useful for saving battery life when combined
want to turn Night mode on straight away, or you can choose a custom schedule. If you with Adaptive Brightnesses it gets rid of
just tap the Dark graphic and you see the choose sunset to sunrise, Location needs to most of the white on screen, which uses
Settings screen change to black. be enabled to detect the right times. more power to display.

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Blue Light Filter

The Blue light filter is designed to help reduce eye strain and can also help to promote restful sleep.
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Open the main Settings app and look
for the Display settings. Here you can
find the slider to enable the Eye comfort
shield which filters the blue light from the
screen, as w ell as the options to configure
it. Tap the switch to turn it on; the screen is
given a yellow tinge.
To change the settings of this blue ■ ■ You can also set the Eye comfort
| light filter, tap Eye comfort shield to shield to turn on as scheduled. As
open its options. Adaptive reacts to current with the Dark mode,you can choose sunset
ambient light conditions,or choose Custom to sunrise (if Location is on), or you can use
to set your own colour temperature with the the Tim e settings to choose a start and
slider that appears.This takes effect when finish time for the filter that better suits how
Eye comfort shield is on. you use your mobile device.

Adaptive Brightness
Adaptive brightness learns the brightness levels you prefer at different times and automatically adjusts.
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the brightness incorrectly,you can reset
w ill see the heading for Adaptive Brightness,
top of the screen to set your brightness to the usage patterns, which starts the process of
along with a slider to turn it on and off. how you like it. Whenever the brightness learning all over again. Go to Settings > Apps
Once the feature is switched on,your screen changes automatically,you can override it > Device Health Services > Storage > Manage
w ill probably go slightly darker. using the brightness slider. Storage and tap Clear all data.

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© T h e Samsung
Galaxy Camera
The camera hardware, and software, is an important feature of many people’s phones. We use
our phones to capture everything from Instagram selfies to the kid’s school performances, so
knowing how to get the best from the camera is one of the first things many users want to know.

Q Shutter Button
The job of the Shutter button is fairly obvious: to take
a photo. Press the button once to take a single photo,
or hold the button down to activate burst mode, which
w ill take up to 20 photos in very quick succession. The
Volume down button on your phone can also be used to
take photos.

2 Settings
There are quick settings here to change aspect ratio,
turn the flash on or off, set a timer, and change the
photo filter.Th e quick settings w ill change depending on
the camera mode (photo, video, panorama, etc.). You can
also access the main camera settings from this menu.

3 Lens Select
Many Samsung Galaxy cameras now offer the use of
different len ses.This button lets you choose between
Wide angle (the standard lens), Ultra-wide angle,
and Telephoto (2x optical zoom). You may see slight
distortion when using the Ultra-wide lens.

| Camera Modes
The scrolling menu, ju st below the viewfinder window,
lets you quickly switch between camera modes that
include: Video, Super Slow-mo, Live focus, Professional,
Panorama, Night mode, Food,and Instagram modes. Each
mode has tools and options specific to it.

5 Camera Select
This button switches between the front and rear
cameras on your phone, so you can take selfies or use
the filters and effects on yourself. You can also switch
between front and rear cameras by swiping a finger up
the screen. The other button at the bottom opens the
last photo taken in the gallery.

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Taking Photos
All of the newest Samsung Galaxy cameras have approximately the same features, and work in very similar ways.
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To use the digital zoom, spread two fingers
without unlocking your phone,you can drag you see the adjustment bar, place and drag
the lock screen Camera button to the middle. apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch your finger left or right. When everything is
You can also double-press the side button to zoom out. You can also drag the Lens set up to your liking, tap the circular Shutter
to quickly open the camera app. On an selection icon (at the bottom) left or right to button to take the photo. If you hold the
unlocked phone, tap the Camera icon found zoom in and out. You can only zoom when button, you w ill take a burst shot of up to 20
on the Home screen. using the rear camera. images in a second or two.

Galaxy Camera Modes

The camera and camera software vary between Galaxy devices, but they’re all similar to the one shown here.

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■The Scene Optimiser is now turned on or
off in the camera settings (top left). It allows
the camera to adjust the colour settings
and apply optimised effects automatically
by recognising the subject. For example, if
it recognises food it uses a different colour
profile than when it recognises a face.
y Super slow motion is a feature that This camera mode allows you to record
records a quickly passing moment slowly, scenes,such as passing people, animals or
so that you can appreciate it more easily cars, and view them as fast-motion videos.
later. After the video is recorded, background Depending on lighting conditions,this can
music w ill be added automatically. To access work really w ell at night. If you set the frame
it, turn the Camera Modes slider to More, rate to Auto, the device automatically adjusts
and tap the icon. the frame rate accordingly.

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 Android Camera Tips and Tricks
Cameras on Android smartphones vary greatly in terms of features and image quality. However, photos taken with
even fairly basic Android cameras can usually be improved by following some simple rules.

Clean the Lens Don’t Zoom, Crop! Turn Flash Off

y The apps gives you much greater control
over the auto-focus settings, allowing you to
choose from several different modes. These
include Auto-focus, Manual-focus, Macro
(for close up shots), Face detection focus,
Touch focus and even Infinity focus, which is
usually found on high end cameras.
) On most Android phones, the only way
to zoom is to use the digital zoom. Digital
zoom works by increasing the size of the
pixels on screen to make the image larger.
Increase the pixel size and you always lose
image quality. It is better to crop the focus of
the image in a wider shot without zoom.
y If you are in the pitch black, outside,
using the flash is probably unavoidable
but if you have other lighting options, it
is usually better to use them, rather than
using the flash. Camera flashes are getting
better but still often result in harsh,
washed out images.

High Dynamic Range

HDR or High Dynamic Range, is becoming a standard feature on more smartphone cameras and,when used
correctly, can really help to improve photos. HDR mode captures three different versions of a single shot, at low,
standard and high exposure. These images are then automatically stacked to create a single image that is hopefully
closer to what the human eye sees.

y That said, there are certain situations where

HDR w ill produce better results than others and it
is worth remembering that just enabling HDR w ill
not save a badly taken photograph.

Use HDR for:

1. Landscapes. HDR mode is perfect for images
of landscapes and nature scenes. You should
notice bluer skies and richer details in trees,
plants and buildings.
2. Direct sunlight. For those situations where the
sun is right behind the subject you’re shooting
and there’s no way around it.

Don’t use HDR for:

1. Action shots. It is very hard to take a good HDR
image of moving objects. Moving subjects w ill
usually just result in a blurred composite image.
2. Portraits. Using HDR for portrait images can
sometimes result in too much detail. A
slightly softer edge is often preferable for
photos of people.

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AirBrush: Easy Photo Editor

AirBrush won’t help you take better photos but it certainly can help you to improve the photos you have
already taken. It includes loads of airbrushing tools, including these.

Blemish Skin Tone Reshape

Remove annoying acne or spots from
your photos. Zoom in on the blemish and
tap and hoLd on screen. Move your finger
to highlight the spot and then lift your
finger off.The blemish should disappear, or
at least lighten. You can repeat the action
for stubborn blemishes.
y Choose a skin tone you desire from the
palette at the bottom and then tap and
hold on the image. Rub your finger over the
photo to gradually change the skin tone
closer to the colour you chose. You can be
quite bold with your rubbing, as the app is
clever enough to avoid non-skin areas.
} Reshape does what is says, letting you
reshape objects in a photo.That could be a
waist, nose, even a group of balloons. Open
a photo and tap next to the edge you want
to reshape (beside the w aist,for example)
and then drag your finger in the direction
you want to reshape. Easy!

Adding a Clip-on Lens

A simple way to improve your camera’s capabilities is to add a clip-on lens. These can be bought fairly cheaply
(although you can spend quite a lot if you wish) and let you take different types of photos.

Olixar Lens Kit lOx Macro Lens Wide Angle Lens

Enhance your smartphone and tablet
photography with this universal 3-in-l lens
kit. Combines fisheye, wide-angle and macro
lenses and is unique in that it does not
require a special case or adapter. Simply use
the clip to attach over the existing camera
on your smartphone for immediate results.
) The Macro lens allows you to achieve
shots that are extremely close to an object,
great for taking shots of small items to view
every last detail up close. With a bit of practice,
this lens can give you some really interesting
and unique images of even everyday items you
find laying around.
Perfect for capturing more of the
world around you, allowing you to take
photos of landscapes and group photos far
easier than ever.Think of the wide angle
shot as something between standard and
panoramic, letting you capture more of a
subject, without creating a huge image.

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 © Editing Images
in the Gallery App
The Gallery app on your Samsung Galaxy device is not only useful for viewing all of your photos,
images and picture downloads. Gallery also includes a photo editing tool that allows you to
adjust the guality of your images after you have taken them and even add fun effects and
decorative stickers. We’re using the latest version of the Gallery app, so if you haven’t updated in
a while, these tools might differ a little from what you see here.

Adjust and Improve Images

There are lots of third-party image editing apps, but the tools built in to the Gallery app can do a very good job of
helping you improve your images. Here’s a guide to getting you started in the Gallery editing tools on your Samsung.
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image you want to edit.The app
automatically sorts images depending
on their source: photos from the camera,
downloads, WhatsApp images, etc.Tap the
image to open it on screen and to see the
first set of edit options in Gallery.
basic tools (along the bottom) are, from left
to right: Auto Enhance, Crop/Rotate, Effects,
Brightness and Exposure, Add Stickers/
Add Text/Draw.Tap one of these to open an
additional set of options above them.
Tap the three-dots icon (bottom left)
3
to open a window that makes a few
more options available.These give you Face
effects, which let you improve skin tones, an
object eraser to get rid of unwanted items
in the picture, style filters for a ll sorts of
picture effects and more.

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The Transform tools give the option to The Effects tool offers a quick and The Tone tools let you adjust, with
crop the image down to a better size;
5 simple way to alter the colour or
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also you can rotate the image, flip it vertically, style of the whole image. Simply select like brightness, exposure, contrast and hue.
crop it to a specific aspect ratio (16:9, etc.) the effect from the scrolling bar along the Unless you’re a photographer,you might
and change the perspective. Each tool offers bottom to see it on the image. You can then not understand what a ll of these do, but
additional options, sliders or selections,to fine-tune the effect by tiny increments, using experimenting is great fun. You can always
allow for fine tuning the effect. the slider bar. undo the changes.

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making corrections. You can paste your own drag the slider left and right to switch of each individual colour in your picture. It’s
images over the top of the main one, add between them. You can make your photo too red? No problem - tone it down. The
fun stickers, add labels and add a blurred or look like a pencil drawing, a comic, a greens look washed out? Simply use the
pixelated area on the image. watercolour, a pastel pic and more. slider to boost their colour.

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• Digital Wellbeing
on Samsung Galaxy
Are you spending too much time on your phone or tablet? Digital Wellbeing is a way for users to
easily identify how much they are using their device, how much time they spend on different apps,
and if they feel it’s necessary, ways to reduce that usage or make it less intrusive to their lives. Here’s
how you can take control of your digital wellbeing on your Samsung Galaxy, quickly and easily.

Digital Wellbeing
When you’ve set it up, Digital Wellbeing is a great tool for helping you to keep control over your digital life. At last,
you have a tool to keep tabs on your online activity, and help you reduce your social media use if you see fit.
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of your Samsung Galaxy device, where it has the total time spent on your device, broken your usage. At the top of these charts, you
a section with the parental controls. If you’ve up into sections that identify individual apps se e ‘Screen time’, ‘Notifications received’
also installed the Digital Wellbeing app from (Facebook, Google Play Store, and so on). o r ‘Tim es opened’, and see different usage
Google,you can find this in the main app You can tap the time in the centre to see a information. The info displayed here varies
drawer of your phone or tablet. weekly chart of your usage. depending on the app.

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you’re shown your average screen time over
the last week, a comparison with last week’s
time and the three apps you used the most,
along with for how long you used them.
If you think you are using an app
5 or app category too much, set a
timer for it. On the main Digital Wellbeing
page, scroll to App Timers and tap an app
for which you want to set a timer. Set the
maximum time for the app, and tap any days
of the week you don’t wish to restrict it for.
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tablet rather than on a per-app basis, set
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then use the wheels to set to how long you
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shown. You can see how much time remains, option. Tap it, and you can Monitor your monitor. This is useful for keeping your
and how much time you set overall.Tap this screen time w hile connected to your car’s ears safe from over-loud music. With your
and you see a more detailed screen, showing Bluetooth and see which apps you’re using earbuds or earphones connected, open this
this information and a calendar with how the most (exclude apps such as those you section to see how loud your music is and
w e ll you did on each day. use for navigation). whether this is problematic.

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O Using Galaxy
Edge Tools
Edge panels are an extremely popular feature unique to Samsung’s devices. On the home screen
or with an application open, look for a thin tab on the edge of the screen. Tap this to open a panel
that gives access to useful things like apps, contacts, tasks, tools, the weather, the clipboard and
more. It’s very customisable, and it’s always there when you need it. In this guide, we show you how
to use Edge panels, how to activate them from the range on offer and lots more.

Edge Panels
Edge panels are designed to give you quick access to different types of phone data and tools with just the swipe of
a finger or thumb at the edge of the screen. Here’s how to set up and use them on your own device.
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default on your Samsung Galaxy
2 are always accessible, despite what access to apps. The ones you’ve most
device. Can you see a thin tab on the right- else is on the screen (apart from when recently used are at the top of the panel. In
hand edge of the screen when you wake and playing some games).To open the panels, the middle is an icon that lets you open two
unlock your device? If you don’t, open the swipe over the tab inwards from the edge apps on the screen at once, and at the bottom
main Settings app and go to Display > Edge of the screen. The first of your currently are apps you can customise by tapping the
Panels and tap the switch to turn them on. enabled panels w ill then open. pencil icon at the foot of the panel.

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on offer. Tap the circle above a panel to add
or remove it.The ones you ticked are now
are available when you tap the Edge panel.
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5 panel,you can switch between them
by swiping the panel to the left or the right
to cycle through them. How you interact with
panels varies depending which one is open. For
example, on the People Edge Panel,tapping an
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Galaxy Store. Tap it and you’re taken to
the store, and shown more panels you can
download and use. Some are free, some
are paid for. They’re divided into Top,Top
Paid,Top Free and New for easy perusal.
Tap the three-dots icon on the Panels
8 settings screen and you get a pop-up
menu with two options. The Reorder option
lets you change the order in which the
panels are presented, and the Hide on Lock
Screen option stops the side panel from
being used when the screen is locked.
Sometimes, particularly if you have
9 big fingers, the tab to open the panels
can be a bit fiddly to use. On the Edge Panels
settings screen, tap the Handle option to
customise the edge panel handLe.You can
change its position, its size,the colour and
transparency, and more.

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Edge feeds are another way to view information on your device, such as notifications via the edge of the screen.

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device is idle, touch the corner of
the screen and swipe to the middle of the
screen and back to the corner without lifting
your finger. This is done along the long edge
of the screen, preferably w hilst holding the
phone in landscape orientation.
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If you have more than one feed enabled
(see below),you can scroll through them by
swiping up over the feed that is showing.
You can tap on any of the feeds to open an
app or website to see more details.
If the edge feeds do not display,
from the Home screen, touch Apps >
Settings > Edge screen.Tap edge feeds and
tap the slider to turn edge feeds on. Unlike
with edge panels, there is no visible tab or
handle to show that you can open the feeds
on the edge of the screen when enabled.

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can choose which applications display
notifications in the edge feeds settings by
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of the Briefing feed image.
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News, that shows breaking news and
top headlines, and S Health, that displays
your step count when tracking steps with
the S Health app. Yahoo! Finance and Yahoo!
Sports are also available, each displaying
data relevant to their subjects.
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K B install new edge feeds by tapping
the Downloads button on the feeds options
screen.There are both paid and free feeds to
download, ranging from messages to weather
and news channels. Some of the downloaded
feeds may have additional options.

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With Edge Lighting turned on,your Galaxy Edge screen lights up when you receive calls or notifications.
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is lying face down on a flat surface, and
someone makes a call to it, a coloured light
w ill flash and move along the edge of the
screen.This alerts you to the call, without
the phone ringing.
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To take advantage of the edge tools, it is important to choose a case which properly allows for the curved edge.
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complete with a screen protector. Crafted
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frame, the Cloak case protects your device
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is the perfect choice. Featuring a clear
polycarbonate body embedded with gold
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notifications without having to constantly
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<!> Transferring
Files to Your Galaxy
Your amazing Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet is really just a tiny computer, so many of the file
types that work on your PC can also be used on your mobile device. Transferring files to or from
your PC with your device can be as easy as plugging in a data cable and then copy and pasting.
However, there are several other ways of sharing files if this option is not available.

Transferring Files with a USB Cable

The USB cable that you use to charge your phone or tablet can also be used to transfer files between the device
and a computer. Here’s how to connect your mobile device to your PC and exchange files between them.

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a ‘Use USB for...’ notification.
V H Select the Transfer files option and then open the File
H B Explorer on your PC. You should now see you your device
listed (Galaxy S8,for example) in the This PC section of the window.
Click on the device name and select either the internal storage or the
MicroSD card, if you have one.

■ ■ You w ill see various folders in whichever storage section
y ° u choose. You can now copy and paste or drag and drop
files from your computer to the relevant folders on your device. For
example, Music files placed in the Music folder w ill automatically be
found by your music app on the device.
If you are having problems with this process, try the following:
check your computer’s settings to make sure that Windows
automatically detects new hardware. Restart your computer and
restart your device. Try a different USB cable and then try a different
USB port on your PC.

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Bluetooth Devices
The rise in popularity and availability of Bluetooth headphones is another step towards a wire-
free life and if you don’t already have a pair, you probably will in the near future. Knowing how
to connect Bluetooth headphones (and other Bluetooth peripherals) quickly and easily, to your
Samsung Galaxy device, is essential if you want hassle-free listening.

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Before you can connect your headphones, speaker or other peripherals to your Samsung Galaxy,you need to allow
the devices to connect to each other. This is called ‘Pairing’. Flere’s a guide to doing exactly that.
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it/them into pairing mode (see the device’s
instructions if you’re unsure how). You
probably need to press a button for a few
seconds, and normally,a blinking LED light
shows the device is ready to pair.
Now, on your Samsung device, head
2 into Settings > Connections and
tap Bluetooth; make sure it’s switched
on. Your Galaxy automatically scans for
available Bluetooth devices within range,
and should soon display the name of your
own Bluetooth device.
Tap the name of your device in the
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list of Bluetooth devices, and tap Pair
when you see the pairing request. Once you
are paired, tap the name of the device again
to connect. You can change what types of
audio the connected device is used for by
tapping the Gear icon.

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Software
The Samsung Galaxy’s apps are one
of the best things about the tablet or
smartphone. That’s what this section is
all about. If you’re unfamiliar with the
Google Play Store, we come to your aid
with a guide to finding and downloading
new games and apps. You can enter events
into the Calendar app, chat using audio or
video with Google Meet and find your way
around with Google Maps. Look out too for
guides to disabling bloatware, managing
apps and more.

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Apps and Games
ALL of the apps and games you could possibly want are available to download from the Google
Play store,from WhatsApp and Viber to Pokemon Go and Clash of Clans. The Play Store app is
usually found on the Home screen of new devices, but can be in the app drawer. If you want to
get the most from your Android device, the Play store is the key.

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Games, Apps and Books. You can also look for Books in its
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Finding Apps and Games

Tap the Play store icon on the Home screen, and the app opens to show the Play store main screen.

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recommendations, offers, and other content you can manage your apps,your device and control things like Notifications, Download
available. As you begin to install apps, this w ill your notifications, check on your payments preferences,Auto-update settings and
change, reflecting your previous choices and and subscriptions, access your Library, Play Parental controls. You can also allow
offering recommendations. You can scroll any Pass, Play Points and more.Tap the button to biometric authentication for Play Store
of these sections left and right to see more. Manage your Google Account too. purchases, and check the buiLd version.

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Installing Apps and Games

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Manage Your
Installed Apps
As you add apps to your Samsung Galaxy, it becomes increasingly important to be able to manage
them properly.The tips and tricks in this section introduce you to, amongst other things, the
Application Management screen of your Android device, as well as showing you how to disable
pre-installed apps and get problem apps working after a fault. Let’s take a look at how to do it.

Android App Management

The app management options have changed slightly over time, so some older devices, or those running older
versions of Android, may have fewer options than shown here. This tutorial gives you a good overview.

Set App Defaults Reset App Defaults

y There are many apps available on Google Play that provide the
same or sim ilar functions to your phone or tablet’s built-in tools.
When you install one of these apps and then use a particular function
it provides, Android w ill give you the option to make it the default
app for that function.
If,for any reason,you decide that the default app you have chosen
is not the one you want to use a ll the time,you can easily remove its
default status. Go to Settings > Applications > Default Applications,
here you can choose the function you want to alter and then choose
the app to assign to it.

Removing Apps Check for App Updates

Most apps take up just a few MB of space but if you wish to
remove an app, the process is simple. Head to Settings > Applications
> Application Manager. Select the app you wish to remove and then
tap Uninstall. You can also remove apps by dragging them to the
trash in the app drawer.
If you have tried clearing the cache and data, and the app is
still not working properly, it is worth checking to see if there are
any updates available for it. Open the Play Store and tap the Menu
button. Select My Apps from the menu and check if the problem app
has Update next to it.

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Fix Problem Apps

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the Application Info screen. You w ill then see several different
things to try to get the app working.

Move Apps to SD Card

y You can save space on your smart device by moving apps to your
microSD card. Obviously,you w ill need an SD card inserted. Open
the Application Manager, tap on the app you want to move, and then
either tap Move to SD or tap Storage > Change > SD Card. System
apps cannot be moved.
You can try the Force Stop. This sounds worse than it
actually is. It simply forces the app to stop running. You
can then try running the app again to see if it works properly.
You can also try Clear Cache before you retry the app. This
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password and settings.The fourth button on the App Info is
apps based on special access settings. Open Settings > Apps and tap
self-explanatory. If nothing else has helped, Uninstall the app
the More button > Special Access. You can then set things like battery
and then download it again.
optimisation and Do Not Disturb settings for certain installed apps.

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O Plan Events and

Tasks with Calendar
Although there are lots of good calendar apps available for Android devices, using the one included
on your Samsung Galaxy ensures integration with several other stock apps.The interface is simple
to use and you can even sync to an existing Google Calendar if you wish. It is also powerful enough
to be used as the main and only productivity and planning app on your device.

Calendar View
You can easily change the view displayed by the app to suit your own needs or requirements, editing options such
as which calendars are shown and which is the default view. Here’s how to go about it in the Calendar app.
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or tasks w ill have a coloured line or label and show information for the date selected up containing more information. You can
beneath the date.Tap the three-lines icon below, up again to reduce the calendar to touch and hold on any event in this pop-up
at the top of the screen to change to year, showing the current week, and down to window to see further options for it, e.g.
week, day or task view. go back again. Delete, Edit and Share.

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Create and Manage Events and Tasks

The Calendar app is powerful enough to be used as a fully-fledged event planner or to-do list maker.

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left and right across the screen to change
months. You can now either double-tap on
a date or tap the circular plus button at the
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enabled. You can deny access, and find the
location manually, by scrolling or searching
on the map that appears.
The notes section lets you turn
5 a simple event reminder into
something a bit more expansive,allowing
you to include additional information in the week, month or year. Tap the time zone at
alert when it arrives in your notifications. the bottom of the screen to change this. If
You can also set an event to repeat daily, it’s an all-day event, tap the switch marked
weekly, monthly, etc. if you need it to. ‘A ll day’ at the top. When finished, tap Save.

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 14 Chatting with
GoogLe Meet
Video calling is the next best thing to being with someone in person but too often it can be a
frustrating experience. You shouldn’t have to worry about whether your call will connect or if your
friend is using the same type of device. That’s where Google Meet comes in.The successor to the
popular Google Duo video chat app, Google Meet allows two or more people to make audio and
video calls with a resolution up to 720p. With our help,you can keep in touch over the Internet.

Set Up Google Meet

You can initiate a Google Meet call directly from the Google Meet app, or through Gmail or chat, and also schedule
a meeting through the Calendar app. Here’s a guide to setting up a Google Meet on your Samsung Galaxy.
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which w ill of course be blank when you first
the top of the screen, or dial a number directly. which you can share using the Share icon,
use the app. If you’ve been sent a code with Tap the icon in the right of the search field to using Messages, em ail and more. Tap the
which to launch a Google chat, put it in the toggle the keyboard and dialler. Other options pages icon next to it to copy it to your
top field here. Otherwise, tap the New button offered here are to create a new meeting, clipboard. You can join the meeting from
(bottom right). schedule a meeting or create a group. this window too.

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use the link. Set the time and the date for
the meeting, and tap Add People to add one
or more guests. Tap Save at the top of the
screen when you’re done, and you can opt to
notify your guests.
Tap the Create group link and you
5 can scroll through, or search,your
contacts, adding a person to your group by
tapping the box to their right. When you’ve
added as many people as you wish to the
group, tap Next at the foot of the screen to
proceed with sharing the group link.
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open the app and tap the video
camera icon at the foot of the screen. You’re
taken to a screen from where you can tap
New meeting for a sharable code, or Join
with a code if you’ve been sent one yourself
and want to get into the meet.

Chatting on Google Meet

After opening or joining a Google Meet video chat, these are the controls you can use during the conversation.

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controls at the foot of the screen are:
(1) End call; (2) Disable camera; (3) Disable
mic; (4) Raise your hand, which places a
hand icon on your feed - very useful for
meetings; (5) Opens a menu for options such
as screen sharing, settings, etc.
your own feed (2) anywhere on the screen
simply by dragging it there.The icons on
your feed are (3) Add effects, and (4) a menu
with options regarding your feed. (5) gives
options regarding those feeds.
When using Google Meet,the people
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a Samsung Galaxy device, or even an Android
phone. You can download the Google Meet
app on iOS too, and if you’re on a desktop or
notebook computer,you just need a Chrome,
Firefox, Microsoft Edge or Safari browser.

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 APPS& SOFTWARE

Using Google
Wallet on Galaxy
You already use your phone for just about everything. Now you can make payments with it too.
Just add your credit, debit, loyalty and/or gift cards to Google Wallet and start shopping in stores,
in apps and online. Google Wallet can be used at hundreds of thousands of shops around the
world, wherever contactless payments are accepted, and it’s quick and convenient too.

Setting Up Google Wallet

Google Wallet is a secure system, but as with anything to do with money and payments, it is important to make sure
that you set everything up properly. With our help, it’s not difficult to do. Here’s how to go about it.
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register close at hand, and have a ll the one Google account, chose the one you information, including security information
details available (account numbers, sort want to use with the app. If you already (we can’t show a screenshot of this process,
codes, security numbers, etc.). You also need have a credit or debit card registered to your due to a security feature that prohibits the
to download the Google W allet app from Google account, it w ill be displayed along information being captured). Follow the on­
Google Play, if you don’t already have it. with the option to add a different card. screen instructions then accept the terms.

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which take effect when you successfully register
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If you don’t already have a screen
lock set up, you need to do this now for an
additional level of protection. It’s a good
idea to set the screen lock delay to zero. In
some cases, sm all purchases can be made
even when the phone is locked.
The next step is to verify your card If.you don’t already have NFC and
5 with your bank. In some cases,you
6 contactless payments switched on,
need to make a phone call.The number open the Settings app.tap Connections
should automatically be entered into your and tap the switch next to the ‘NFC and
phone dialler. Alternatively, choose a text contactless payments’ option. You’re now
message or an email, if these methods of ready to pay for goods and services using
verification are available. Google Pay on your phone.

Security and Advantages of Google Pay

Google Pay is not only secure, it also makes shopping easier, whatever it is you’re buying.

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number. This makes it very easy to catch any
suspicious activity early.
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Google Pay doesn’t send your actual credit apps and online. There is no need to enter your
or debit card number with your payment. card details every time you buy something.
Instead, it uses a virtual account number to When you’re shopping in your favourite
represent your account info - so your card app, just choose Google Pay (if available) at
details stay safe and secure. checkout and save yourself some time.

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© Disable Device
Bloatwa re
The complete removal of unwanted preinstalled software (bloatware) from your Android device
is not possible without rooting. However, in most cases disabling and hiding this bloatware is
possible. If you are using a less powerful device, stopping this software from using up system
resources can really make a difference to how smooth and fast your device runs. Even for those
using a flagship device, bloatware can be a problem.

Improve Performance
Bloatware can be anything from unwanted apps to unused services. Taking the time to disable bloatware can really
help to free up processing power on your device by getting rid of unwanted material and making space available.
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use) a particular app or service, it might be
essential to your phone. Removing essential
apps or services may cause problems.
Open the main Settings app on The best way to put a stop to bloatware
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is to disable each app one at a time, in
your Galaxy and look for Apps, or
if running an older version of Android, Settings > Apps.Tap an app and tap Uninstall at
Application Manager. This may be in the the foot of the screen to remove it. Then check
main settings list or possibly under the More your phone is still working as it should before
tab at the top of the main Settings screen. removing the next one.

Performance Boost
Not a ll devices come with a lot of bloatware preinstalled but even disabling just a few unwanted apps, if they
are likely to be running in the background, can help improve the performance of a less powerful or older device.

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Choose default apps Influent

Choose which apps to use for making calls, sending m essages, Installed
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taking up a lot of room.
If you’re keen to delete system apps When you find an app or service that
5 you’ve no intention of using (which
6 you think you would rather be rid of,
you probably should be), tap the switch tap on the name. If the app or service is not
marked Show system apps at the top of bloatware,you see an Uninstall button next
the window too. This adds system apps to the Force Stop button (you might also
to the list shown here. see Uninstall Updates).

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say Disable instead. Some essential system to te ll you that completing this action may an Android icon next to the name in
services (such as the Camera app or the cause some apps to work incorrectly or the Application Manager. If you disable
Android system) have the Disable button not at all. Disabled apps don’t appear in something by mistake, a restart of your
greyed out so it cannot be used. the app drawer. phone often fixes the error.

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Navigate with
Google Maps
Google Maps is a fantastic tool but it can often be overlooked by Android users in favour of
the seemingly more exciting features their device offers. Maps is much more than just a way
to find out where you are; it can help you find hotels and restaurants in the local area, show
you a list of local plumbers, or act as a satellite navigation tool.

Set Up Google Maps

Before you can use Google Maps on your Samsung Galaxy device,you need to ensure a few other services are
activated. These may vary, depending on where you are trying to use the app. Here’s how to go about it.

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extent. So the first thing you need to do is
connect to a Wi-Fi network or, if you are out
of range of a Wi-Fi network, connect to a
mobile data network such as 3G or 4G.
To take fu ll advantage of all of the
2 features of Google Maps,you w ill
are enabled and that the GPS feature of your
device is on. You can use maps without these
features turned on, but the information
shown w ill be much more basic.
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go ahead and open Google Maps. Give the
app a few seconds and it w ill pinpoint your
location and zoom in to show it on screen.
You are now ready to start using Maps to
find places and navigate your way to them.

Saving Maps Offline

y If you’re going where the Internet is slow, mobile data is expensive, or you can’t get online; you can save an area from Google Maps to
your phone or tablet and use it when you’re offline.
On your Android device, open the Google Maps app and make sure you’re both connected to the Internet and signed in to your Google
account. Search for a place, such as San Francisco, at the bottom: tap the name or address of that place and then tap Download. If you
searched for a place like a restaurant,tap the More button and then tap Download offline map > Download.

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The Map Screen

You can view your maps as either simple line drawings or as a satellite view showing much more detail. The simple
version is often easier to use when navigating, but the satellite view shows more detailed information.

Maps Menu 2 Search Maps 3 Map Icons

Tap this to open the main menu in
Google Maps. Within the menu you w ill find
links to Your Places which shows previous
searches etc., maps which have been saved
for offline viewing (more on that later) and
to enable the different map layers.
y You can search for both locations, towns,
cities, landmarks etc.,and specific businesses
or types of business. When you tap the
search bar, a list of previous searches, routes
and locations w ill open, allowing you to
pick one again.
y As you scroll around the map,you will
see various icons marking places of interest,
restaurants,train stations and many other
things. You can tap any of the icons to see more
information in the panel at the bottom of the
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times which direction you are facing. You
can tap the Compass button at any time to
find North. The map view w ill rotate until
it is aligned with North and you can then

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y When the map is focused over a town or
city, the information panel w ill show data
about that location: bars, restaurants, etc.
Tap or drag the panel up to view the info. If
you tap an icon or set a pin in the map by
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) This is the button you tap to start
planning a route and using the navigation
tool. If you have a pin in the map, tapping
this w ill find a route between your current
location and the pin. If you tap it without a
pin a new screen w ill open where you can
enter start and finish points.

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You can use Google Maps to find people, places and businesses in your local area. It’s great for finding places to visit.

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Turn on Location, connect to Wi-Fi From the main map screen tap in the Results relevant to your search wilL
and open Google Maps.The local
2 search field and type what you want
3
now be shown on the map. The
search feature also works using just your to search for. You can search for specific bottom half of the screen contains a list
3G or 4G connection which is easier on your businesses or just type something like of those locations, along with a button to
battery but isn’t quite as accurate. “hairdressers” to see a ll in that area. quickly load directions to each one.

Navigating with Maps

Let Google find your current location, enter a destination and then follow the directions shown on the screen.

□
Ensure that GPS, Wi-Fi and optionally,
a data connection are enabled and
open Google Maps. Let the GPS pinpoint
your current location. If you are indoors the
GPS may struggle to find a satellite, so give
the app a bit of time.
Press the blue Directions button, that
2 looks like a road sign, located on the
bottom menu.Type in your destination and
starting point, if not your current location
and then touch the Get Directions button.
Enable Navigation if asked,first use only.
If you have searched for anything
3 in maps before now,you w ill see a
list of your location history on this screen.
Tap any to select a previous destination.
Once the route is plotted tap the Navigation
button at the bottom of the screen.

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The map view w ill now change
and you can now use your device
in exactly the same way as you wouLd a
standard Satellite Navigation system. Clip it
somewhere you can see it and start driving.
You can buy car holders for almost any sized
Android device fairly cheaply.
Map Layers
There are several different ways that you can view the map in Google Maps, from basic block colours to full satellite
image,to the on-the-ground street view. To see the available different layers tap the Menu button in the app.
Traffic
y There are several different ways that
you can view the map in Google Maps, from
basic block colours to fu ll satellite image.
To see the different layers available tap the
main Menu button in the app (top left of
the screen). Some other apps you can install
on your device w ill add available layers,
including Google Earth but there are also
some standard layers.
While in Navigation mode press the
5 Menu button to see options to mute
the voice directions, check the overall route,
change map layers (see traffic or a satellite
view, for example) or exit Navigation. You
can tap the Mic button to record the audio
directions if you wish.
Satellite
) This changes the map view from block
colour to a fu ll satellite image. You can zoom
in to the satellite image as you can with the
normal map and the level of detail captured
is impressive. You can overlay any other layer
onto the satellite view. If you are using a
data connection to view Maps, bear in mind
that viewing the satellite view w ill use more
data and may cost more money.
NAVIGATE WITH GOOGLE MAPS
At any time whilst navigating you
6 can zoom and slide the map around
to suit your needs. To quickly centre the
map on your current location again, tap the
Recentre button at the bottom. To view an
alternative route tap the split arrow button
at the bottom of the map screen.
Street View
) To see Street View on the Google Maps
app, press and hold on the map to drop a
pin. You can then pull up the info sheet to
learn more information about that specific
location,find directions, check out Street
View and save or share the location by text
or email. When in Street View simply tap
the Back button on your device to return
to the maps view.
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Galaxy Devices
& Hardware ■
There’s more to the Samsung Galaxy than
tablets and smartphones. You can also
get a Samsung Galaxy Chromebook
and link your device to a host of smart
home hardware. For this section we w ill
take your though the key features of the
fantastic Chrome OS and how to make the
very best of it with Samsung’s fantastic
Chromebook hardware. We w ill also
focus on linking your Samsung Galaxy
smartphone and tablet to the m ulti­
functional Google Home Smart speaker
and the seemingly Limitless functionality
it w ill provide. Let’s get started.

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® What is a
Chromebook?
When is a Laptop not a Laptop? When it’s a Chromebook! Confused? Don’t worry, technoLogy
has a habit of introducing confusing terms and eLements, but once you’ve finished reading the
foLLowing.you’LL know the difference.

The Chromebook Chrome O S.This variant, as you can imagine, is sim ilar to the ROKU TV
Without beating around the bush too much,and in very basic
terms, a Chromebook is a laptop that runs Google’s Chrome OS stick, or Now TV Smartsticks. By the way, the Chromecast doesn’t run
(Operating System). There can be subtle hardware differences Chrome OS, so on paper it’s not really classed as a Chromebook variant,
between a laptop that is installed with Windows 10 or 11, and in case you were wondering.
even a MacBook with the latest macOS, but essentially that’s
a ll there is to it.
Hardware
One of the main differences between a Windows laptop, or even a
The first Chromebooks were commercially sold in June 2011, with
MacBook, and a Chromebook is the hardware involved.Traditionally,
several different models from laptop manufacturers Samsung
Chromebooks tend to be less powerful than a Windows laptop, in terms
and Acer, in partnership with Google. From then, the humble
of processing (CPU) power, the amount of memory (RAM) installed, and
Chromebook has evolved and is now as widespread as any other
the amount of storage (Hard Drive space available).
OS-independent computing device; in fact, Chromebooks outsold
Apple MacBooks during the first lockdown in the Covid-19
pandemic of 2020.

There are also different Chromebook variants. There’s a desktop

variant, called the Chromebox, which is more of a traditional
mini-PC type device that runs Chrome O S.This you’ll hook up
to a monitor, keyboard and so on in the same way you would a
normal desktop computer.There’s an all-in-one model, called
a Chromebase, which integrates the Chrome OS into a monitor
complete with webcam, memory, storage and such - much in the
sim ilar vein as an Apple iMac. And finally, there’s a dongle-based
variant, which plugs directly into a TV or monitor’s HDMI port -
with power supplied via a USB port - providing you with access to

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Why,you may ask, w e ll simply put, the Chrome OS that runs on a
Chromebook requires significantly less hardware resources than
Windows 10 or 11, or macOS.This of course means that a Chromebook
can get away with using less processing power and other system
resources, which in turn means that a manufacturer can get away with
producing a device that doesn’t utilise the latest and most powerful
technology - so the cost is, in general, less than a equally matched
Windows laptop.
WHAT IS ACHROMEBOOK?
However, there are some instances where this isn’t the case. More
recent Chromebooks, developed by some manufacturers, are more in
line with Windows laptops in terms of power.There are Chromebooks
that use the latest generation Intel i7 processors, up to 16GB of
memory, and many gigabytes of storage. Naturally, as with most
computing hardware, the more system resources you have to hand, the
better overall experience you’ll have when working with the installed
operating system and any apps or programs you use.These are the
more extreme models, but as hardware naturally drops in price, expect
to see more powerful models appearing as time moves on.
Working Online
) One of the most notable features of a Chromebook, due to Chrome
OS, is that its main functionality is conducted online. An always online
element is needed to get the most from a Chromebook, as Chrome OS
itself is based on the Chrome browser, so most everything you do on a
Chromebook is done online.
This explains a Chromebook’s usual lack of on-board storage.
Where a traditional Windows laptop or MacBook could have a
terabyte or more of available storage, a Chromebook can get
away with as little as 32GB. The main operating system is stored
on the Chromebook’s internal storage, along with any installed
apps, and something you may be working on, but the vast
majority of the Chromebook’s use w ill be via cloud storage
and online functionality.
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For example,you won’t be installing the fu ll Microsoft Office

suite on a Chromebook.There are free, open-source Office-like
What is a Chromebook good for?
productivity apps available, but for those who need an actual MS
y While some of the above many cast a Chromebook in a less than
Office experience,you’ll be using Microsoft’s online version of its
positive light, it’s worth mentioning that there’s so much you can do
productivity suite.
with a Chromebook.

Advanced photo and video editing duties w ill require the use of a
As we mentioned earlier, Chromebooks outsold MacBooks in
Windows laptop or MacBook,too. Yes, there are photo and video
2020, during the pandemic.This is due mainly to the fact that
editing and manipulation apps available for the Chromebook,
Chromebooks are cheaper, they’re used frequently in schools and
but they aren’t nearly as powerful as what’s available for the
colleges (so students at home are used to how they work), and most
aforementioned systems. Plus.Chromebooks won’t, in general, offer
everything we tend to do, we do online.
the same graphical power needed for higher-end editing.

For example, working remotely: we access our work’s server,

Gaming is another element that may not be as you expect on a
get the files we need, create new ones or edit old ones, connect
Chromebook. Again, due to a lack in gaming hardware performance,
to and conduct meetings, send emails, update calendars, use
and the fact that many games are Windows-developed,you won’t
spreadsheets... and so on. A ll of which are done online, and most
be able to enjoy the latest releases. But, with a Chromebook, you
of which are done using Google’s own inherent applications. Even
are able to enjoy the latest game streaming services - such as
if the company you work for doesn’t use any specific Google apps,
Google Stadia or Xbox Cloud Gaming - and since Chrome OS is
they often provide remote access to Microsoft Office apps, which
also able to use some Android apps successfully,you can enjoy a
also include Teams, SharePoint, and One Drive. A ll this can be done
wealth of Android-based gaming entertainment.
via a Chromebook.

Despite all that, Google has improved Chrome OS’s need to

This makes a Chromebook both an effective work and educational
constantly rely on an always-on internet connection. There are
tool. And thanks to its low price and low power use, also quite a
many aspects of the OS now that mean you can still use most of
cost-effective device for every member of the family.
the Chromebook’s functionality offline. So those times when the
internet goes down, or you’re on a busy commute and unable to
connect,you won’t be completely scuppered.

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C H R O M E B O O K HAVE ANY
STORAGE?
Many people w ill naturally require the more power,
and functionality of a Windows laptop or MacBook.
Tasks such as video and image editing, even gaming,
and the like are going to be better overall on a more
traditional laptop device. If though your needs aren’t as
specific, then a Chromebook could be the ideal device.

An effective approach to seeing if a Chromebook is

the right choice of device for you is to make a quick
summary of what you use a computer for, and what you
may need in the foreseeable future.Take a moment
to slowly go through the steps of your everyday tasks:
logging into work, looking at videos and images, even
going through social media. If a high proportion of these
tasks, or even a ll of them, can be done via a browser,
then a Chromebook is the ideal device companion.

If a high percentage of what you do can be done via

the browser, do some research into the remaining tasks
that exist outside of the browser. See if there are apps
available via the Google Play Store that w ill do the
same thing, or if you use a specific app, check with its
product webpage to see if the company has developed
a Chrome OS version of the app you use. If a ll the
boxes are ticked, then get yourself a Chromebook.

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©Personalising
Chrome OS
Personalising your Samsung Chromebook’s desktop, and the way it behaves, is something only
you can do. However, within the following pages we’ll look at some of the key changes you can
apply to make Chrome OS your own on your Galaxy Chromebook.

How to Access The Chrome OS Settings

You can accomplish most of the main personalisation of Chrome OS from within the, wait for it... Personalisation
section in the Settings menu. You can get to the Settings page by one of two ways:

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Providing you’ve got the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook plugged into
a power source and your battery is live, the Google Assistant w ill
automatically open the main Settings Page for you, as shown below.
Alternatively click on the power, Wifi and time icon in the bottom-
right of the desktop. When the information menu opens, look to the
cog icon in the top row, and click it. Either method w ill take you to the
Settings page. In here are a ll manner of tweaks and adjustments.
Here you can make alterations to the core of Chrome OS and
your experience when using it. Use it w ith caution, though. While
nothing too bad can come from most of these settings, some could
cause you problems, and others w ill wipe your account off the
Chromebook for good. What you need to do now is look to the left-
hand pane to locate Personalisation. Click on the Personalisation
title, and the main page wiLL change its display. Now let’s have a look
through w hat’s available within here.

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Change Device Account Image

You’ll probably want to change your Google account image. If you’re new to Google, then you’ll likely just
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The first step is to click the top option w ithin the Personalisation
page: Change Device Account Im age.This w ill change the display
of the main panel. You can click any of the default images, which
w ill change the main, large image that’s displayed next to them.
However, if you want something more personal, click the Camera
icon.This activates the Chromebook webcam, and you can take a
picture of yourself. As you’ll see from the new display, there’s a lot
you can opt for in terms of having a new account image. You can
choose anything from a cartoon graphic of an anim al, through
to your own unique image. Alternatively,you can click the Folder
icon (next to the webcam option), and choose an image file you may
already have stored on your Google Drive, or stored as an attachment
to an email. You may need to download the image to the Downloads
folder in Chrome OS before being able to add it as the Account Image,
however. When you’re done, click on the left-pointing arrow above the
image, to return to the main Personalisation page again.

Search and Assistant

You can opt to choose your default search engine,and further improve, or retrain the voice recognition
of the Google Assistant.

There are only two options in the Search and Assistant category
within the Personalisation page.The first details changing the default
search engine from Google to either Bing, or Yahoo! Click on the
Configure button to make the choice. Clicking the Google Assistant
option w ill open up a varied set of new options. You opt to use the
Google Assistant, provide related info on the screen when dealing
with your query, and w hether ‘OK Google’ is active only when the
Chromebook is plugged in to save on power.
The Retrain option is always worth exploring if you find that the Google
Assistant is beginning to ignore you, or picking up someone else instead of
you. Click the Retrain button, then agree to the use of the Google Assistant
and from there follow the on-screen instructions.The last item in this
section enables you to further improve the results from your questions.
Click on the Google Assistant Settings link at the bottom of the section.
Within here you can choose options such as your preferred temperature
unit, the language of the Assistant, and what Services are being used.

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Security and Privacy

Securing and making your Chrome OS account as private as possible are some of the first options you
should look to. Here’s how you can improve both.

The first option here is configuring the Chrome OS Lock Screen and
Sign-In. Click the link,and you’ll be asked to enter your Google Account
password to continue. You’ll then be able to activate the Lock Screen
when waking from Sleep Mode, and choose whether to unlock the
Chromebook with the password, or a combination password and PIN.The
next two options in the Security and Privacy category detail the use of
Chrome OS to send diagnostic and usage data to Google to help improve
features and performance, and to allow the OS to suggest new content
for the user to explore. You can opt to enable or disable both options.
Manage Other PeopLe is a Security and privacy option that allows
you to enable or disable the Guest account, display Chrome OS
usernames and Account Images at the sign-in screen, and the
ability to restrict sign-in to Chrome OS to certain users. The last
option, Enable Verified Access, sounds a little misleading as you would
expect it to only enable access to verified, Chrome OS, accounts.
However, it is used to identify machines and users for proprietary or
licensed access for enterprise and media. It’s recommended to leave
this enabled in the panel by default.

Apps
You can personalise how the Apps installed on your Chromebook are handled too, including apps
downloaded and installed via the Google Play Store.

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Personalisation section: Manage Your Apps, and, Google Play Store.
Start by clicking on the first option - Manage Your Apps. The Manage
Your Apps section w ill list a ll the currently installed Chrome OS
apps on the system. You can click each of the apps in turn to delve
deeper into how they interact w ith the system, or to Pin them to the
Shelf. Options w ithin here include w hether to enable permissions
to access the webcam , microphone and geo location.
One of the best advances in Chrome OS is the ability to install and
use Google Play Store apps. Although some are designed specifically
for tablets or phones, most w ill run perfectly w ell inside of Chrome
OS. Using the Google Play Store option,you can manage the Android
preferences. Clicking Manage Android Preferences allows you to
further drill into the specifics of the currently used Android Google
Play Store apps installed in the system. It’ll bring up a new window,
with the list of apps that you can click and configure individually.

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The Chrome OS
Desktop
Ready to dive into Chrome OS and see what it
can do? Let’s take a moment to navigate the
desktop and see what each aspect of it does.

Background/Wallpaper
As with any other operating system, Chrome OS features a
customisable background, or wallpaper, for you to change and Ovexwew
personalise.There are plenty available from within Chrome OS itself,
including works of art, fantasy, and even solid colours; you’re also able
to include your own images.
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Welcome Page
When you first log into Chrome OS you’re presented with a welcome
page. This includes details and quick tutorials on how to accomplish
the most frequently used tasks within the operating system. It’s worth
spending a few minutes going through what the Welcome Page has to
offer, to help fam iliarise yourself with the new OS.

Searching & Apps

S till within the Launcher, you can enter anything into the text box
provided to search the files stored on the Chromebook.your emails,
YouTube videos, and even the Google Play Store.This is also where
a n y ‘Hey Google’ requests are processed. If you were say,‘Hey Google,
what’s the weather like tomorrow?’, the results w ill be displayed in
the Launcher - or opened as a separate window depending on the
request, but the actual command is handled by the Launcher. If you
click the up-pointing arrow at the top-middle of the Launcher, the
window w ill fill the screen and you can view a ll the currently installed
apps on the Chromebook.

The Launcher (Everything button)

This is called the Launcher, or the Everything Button, it’s not always
taking up so much room on the desktop, we simply activated it to show
you what it looks like.To open the Launcher,you tap the Search key
on your Chromebook keyboard (the magnifying glass), or you use the
Touchpad to click the circle in the bottom-left of the main desktop area.

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The Shelf
The bar below the Launcher is called the Shelf. This is a quick-launch
app, file and folder shortcut launcher sim ilar to that found on macOS,
and some Linux distros.The default apps: Chrome, Files, Gmail, Google
Docs, YouTube and the Google Play Store, can a ll be changed and
removed, and it’s easy to Pin new apps, files and folders, to the Shelf.
The Rocket Ship icon, by the way, is the Welcome Page that’s currently
open on the desktop. Any open apps are displayed in the Shelf for
easy access when you’re switching windows.
THE CHROME OS DESKTOP
Notifications, Settings, and More
The Wifi, battery level and time icons in the bottom-right of the Shelf
can be clicked to reveal a lot more. In here you’ll find any recent
notifications you’ve not dismissed,your current profile image, the
option to Sign Out of the Chrome OS as w ell as Shutdown or Restart
the Chromebook. There are also options to lock the screen, enter the
Chrome OS Settings pages, change Wifi network, enable or disable
Bluetooth,capture the screen,turn the Night Light on or off, increase
volume and display brightness.
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3 Google Home
First Time Set Up
Setting up your Google Home device properly for the first time will make using it much easier,
so take the time to get things right. You will need to have the speaker, an Android device, a
Google account and a working Wi-Fi connection that both Android and Home devices can
connect to.

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All of the setup for your Google Home speaker is done through the Google Home app for Android. Use this app for
future access and changes to the settings.
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Plug in your Google Home device
and w ait for the audio cue to show
it is ready to be set up. Make sure that
the switch that controls the microphone
is set to “On”. If you accidentally turn the
microphone off on your speaker, the device
w ill inform you accordingly.
Currently, Google Home is only
2 available for Android devices, and
most have it pre-installed. If you don’t
already have it,find the app on the Google
Play Store, download and install it on your
mobile device (phone or tablet). Once
installed, open the app.
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mobile device is connected to the
same Wi-Fi network you intend to use for
the Google Home speaker. It won’t work if
you are using a 4G network to connect. Once
connected, open the Home app and confirm
which Google account you w ill use to log in.

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The Google Home app scans for
nearby devices that are plugged in
and ready to set up. If no devices are found,
and you’re setting up a device, tap Yes. Make
sure that you’re near the Google Home
device that you’re setting up and it’s plugged
into a w a ll socket. Then tap Next.
Hopefully your device w ill be found
5 by the app, displayed on screen and
you can then tap Next to continue. If you are
setting up multiple devices, select the one
you want to set up first, and then tap Next.
The app w ill now connect your phone to your
new Google Home ready for configuration.
You should hear a sound on your
6 speaker to show it is connected. You
can now continue the setup by selecting
the room it w ill be in (to identify the
speaker), choosing your region, and setting
the language you w ant to use. Next,you
w ill need to connect to your Wi-Fi network.

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device and get personalised results. Follow
the prompts on screen to teach Google to
recognise you. You can remove Voice Match
settings later if you wish.
The Google Home app w ill ask for
8 access to use your location to pre-fill
device is located. If you allow access,your
address w ill be pre-filled; otherwise,you w ill
need to enter it manually. When your address
is entered tap Next.
Y ou c a n n o w add y o u r fa v o u rite
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Google Play Music, YouTube Music and Deezer
are just some of those available. If you add
more than one,you w ill need to choose a
default music service. Follow the further on­
screen prompts to complete the setup.

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o Listening to Music
on Google Home
Listening to the music you want on Google Home requires you to set up the music services it
uses. To do this you need to know how to ask the speaker to play, stop, pause, shuffle and skip
the music you want! Let’s take a look at just how you listen to music on Google Home.

Choosing Music Services

You can connect your speaker to a great variety of different music services, from Google Play Music to Spotify and
Deezer, which w ill give you access to millions of songs.
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You w ill have been asked to choose
a music service during the setup
of the Google home speaker, but if you
skipped this step, or want to add more,
you can add services at any time. Open the
Google Home app on your Android device
and tap the +Add button on the Home tab.
Then tap Music and audio.
If you have a Google Play Music or
2 YouTube Red account (connected to
the current Google account),these services
w ill be linked automatically to the Home
app. To link one of the other music services
(Spotify, etc.),tap the sm all link icon next to
each one, read the information in the box that
pops up, and then tap Link Account.
You w ill now be taken to the
3
individual music service Login
screen, where you w ill have to log in to your
account (or create a new account if you don’t
already have one set up). Once this is done
successfully,you w ill be returned to the Home
app where you should now see the music
service linked to your Home device.

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Playing Music on Google Home

Once you have chosen all of the music services you want to use, you can start playing music through your Google
Home speaker quickly and easily.

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Now you have your music services
linked to Google Home,you can start
listening. Exactly what music you can listen
to depends on which service you are using.
For example,you may not be able to request
certain songs by name if you only have a
Spotify Free account.
To play a specific song, say “Hey There are some specific commands
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Google,play <song name>,” “Hey for the different music services, but
Google, play <song name> by <artist name>,” a ll of them w ill react to the general music
or “...play <song name> on <music serviced” control commands.These are: “Play,” “Shuffle,”
Certain music services w ill also allow you “Pause,” “Resume,” “Stop,” “Next,” “Ski p,” “What
to search for sim ilar songs by saying,“...play song is playing?” “Volume up/down,” or “Set
songs like <song name>.” volume to 5.”

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Guests and housemates cannot
access your library content if
you’ve set up Voice Match. However, you
can give them access by uploading your
music to their account. If you haven’t set up
Voice Match, guests and housemates can
access music from your library in the same
way you can.
You can also play music from your You can use the Home app on your
desktop Chrome browser on your WiZm Android device to control the music
Google Home speaker (as long as the that is playing on your speaker. Open
computer is connected to the same Wi-Fi the app and tap the speaker name on
network). Open the browser and start the home tab. Here you w ill see play and
playing the music. Click the Chrome menu pause controls, along w ith a volum e slider.
button, select Cast and choose the speaker Tap the Equaliser button to change bass
to play through. and treble levels.

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Playing Music
Using Bluetooth
As well as being connected by Wi-Fi, your Google Home device can also be used as a Bluetooth
speaker, playing music that is stored on your phone or tablet or even your laptop. You can also
stream music from your Google Home device to a pair of Bluetooth headphones.

Play Music on the Home Speaker

Being able to play music stored on your phone or tablet through the Google Home speaker is a useful addition to
its bag of tricks.
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the name of the device you want
to connect w ith via Bluetooth. In the top
right corner of the device info card, tap the
device settings menu and then find the
Paired Bluetooth devices heading and
tap it. In the next screen, tap the Enable
Pairing Mode button.
V H Now open the Bluetooth settings
on your mobile device and turn
Bluetooth on.The device w ill scan for
available connections and you should see
the name you gave your speaker appear in
the list. If not,tap the Scan button to make
your device look again. Tap the speaker
name to pair the devices using Bluetooth.
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to the most recently paired device. You can
te ll Google Home to connect by saying “Hey
Google, connect to Bluetooth,” or you can
change which speaker is paired by opening
the Bluetooth settings on your device and
selecting the one you want.

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To play music through the connected
speaker, just use whichever music
player you norm ally use to play your device
music. When connected to the speaker
using Bluetooth, anything you play (from
MP3 files to YouTube videos) w ill play
through the speaker.
You can also use voice commands to
5 tell your Google Home speaker to
play music that is stored on your mobile
device. Just say “Hey Google <song name>
or <playlist name>.”You can use all of the
normal music voice commands to pause, stop,
skip, change volume, etc.
To unpair the devices, open the
6 Google Home app and find the
device card for the Google Home that you
want to unpair. Open the device settings
and then go to Paired Bluetooth devices.
Tap the X next to the device that you want
to unpair and then tap Unpair.

Play Music on Bluetooth headphones

You can also connect a set of Bluetooth headphones (or another Bluetooth speaker) through the Google Home
speaker and app.

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mode; this is normally done by pressing the Tap “Default music speaker” and then tap through at a time. Once you pair and connect
Pairing button on your headphones (a light “Pair Bluetooth speaker”. It w ill then scan your speaker to a Google Home, it w ill auto­
w ill usually flash to tell you). Now open the for available headphones (or speakers) and connect unless the speaker is disconnected
Google Home app on your Android device and allow you to connect by tapping the name in or turned off. You can now use normal Google
select the speaker you want to connect to. the list of available devices. Assistant commands to play music.

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3 Google Home
Routines
Routines are a set of actions that your Google Home can perform when activated by a single
voice command.You can customise existing pre-set routines in the Google Home app,oryou can
create your own personalised routines from scratch, using a wide variety of available actions.

Create and Manage Routines

Learn how to customise, create and use Routines with your Google Home speaker and the Google Home app on
your mobile device.
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edit these, tap the Menu button at the top actions. Tap a routine to start editing it. command)“My assistant should...” (the main
left, and select “More settings”. Scroll down While a ll routines can be edited, you w ill actions to perform) followed by “And then
and tap the “Routines” section. Here you w ill notice they have differing numbers of play...” (additional actions).You can manage
see displayed a ll of the existing routines, for actions that can be added.The pre-set and edit each of these sections individually
example “Good morning” or “Bedtime”. routines illustrate this difference. to create the routine you want.

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off silent; te ll you the weather, reminders
and your commute information. It could then
give you the news headlines from a variety
of sources (BBC, CNN, etc.) before playing
your favourite radio station.
Tap the checkbox next to each action
5 to add or remove it from the routine. If
the action has a gear icon next to it,you can
tap this to see further settings. For example,
the Play Radio action allows you to choose
the radio station you want to use, and music
settings lets you choose the music source.
You can also change the command
6 that activates the actions (although
you w ill still need to say “Hey/Okay Google’
first). Most pre-set routines have a couple
of commands already set, but you can add
a new one by tapping the top section, then
tap + and type your desired command.

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from scratch. Open the routines settings in automatically although you can still
the Google Flome app and tap the + button.
Start by editing the command you want to
use to activate it (e.g.“Good Morning”). Simple
commands are the most effective, so keep it
short for best results.
If you wish, you can set a day/time
8
of day when the routine activates
activate the routine at other times with
the command. Next, add an action, either
by typing the name of a Google Assistant
command, or by tapping “Choose popular
actions”, selecting one and tapping “Add”.
When you’ve finished setting up
9 the new routine, tap the check mark
at the top and the screen w ill change to
display a ll routines. Your newly created
routine w ill be given the name of the
command word you used (e.g.“Entertain
me”).Test the routine by speaking the
command to your Google Home speaker.

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Google Home
Voice Commands
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of different voice commands you can use with Google
Home, from simple music commands to asking for a currency conversion or changing the
temperature on your smart thermostat. Here are a few of the most useful commands to try.

Music
As well as Play, Stop, Pause and Resume,you can also:

Request a song -“Play <song name>”“Play <song name> by <artist name>.”

Request an artist - “Play <artist name>"“Play music by <artist name>.”
Request an album - “Play <album name>"“Play <album name> by <artist name>"
Play music based on mood -“Play happy music.”
Shuffle - “Shuffle.”

News
You can choose which News sources to use in the Home app:

Listen to the latest news “Catch me up,” “Listen to the news"“Tell me the news."
Listen to news from a specific provider “Listen to NPR News,"“Play BBC Minute."
Listen to news about a topic “Listen to news about North Korea."
Listen to news from a specific category-“What’s the latest in business/technology?’
Play next news story -“Next, “Skip"

Thermostat
If you have a smart thermostat, (Nest, for example) you can control it with:

To adjust the temperature - “Make it warmer/cooler,”“Raise/lower the temp."

To switch heating or cooling modes -‘Torn on the heat/cooling.”
To set the mode and temperature - “Set the heat to 20."
Turn thermostat off -“Turn off thermostat."
To hear the ambient temperature on the thermostat - “What’s the temperature inside?"

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Traffic
You can get information on traffic and commute times:

Hear commute conditions -“How long is my commute?’

Specify method -“Howlong will it take to walk/train/bus/bike to the library?’
Specify destination - “How long will it take to get to Costco?’
Specify source and destination - “How long will it take to get from work to Heathrow airport?’

Weather
You can ask Google Home to tell you about the weather:

Ask for current weather -“What’s the weather?’

Ask the weather forecast for a specific day - “What’s the weather tomorrow, Monday, weekend, etc.?”
Ask specific questions about weather/forecast -“Is it going to rain tomorrow?”
Weather in a specific location - “Will it rain tomorrow in London?’
Specify unit - “What’s the weather in Celsius?’

Alarms & Timers

You can easily set your morning alarm or time an egg with Google Home:

Set new alarm - “Set alarmfor 6.00 a.m. tomorrow."

Set recurring alarm - “Set alarmfor 7.00 a.m. every day of the week.”
Ask about existing alarm -“When is my alarm set for?’
Snooze - “Snooze for 10 minutes."
Set a tim er -“Set a timerfor 1 minute."
Find out time remaining on timer -“How much time is left?’
Cancel a timer - “Cancel timer.”

Facts & Information

You can ask your Google Home speaker to tell you all sorts of info:

Questions - “What’s the capital of Mali?’ or “Howfar is the sun?’

Calculations - “What is 15% of 92?’ or “What’s the fifth root of 97?"
Translations - “How do you say hello in Japanese?’ or “What’s 'good morning’in Danish?’
Currency Conversion - “How many euros is a dollar worth?’ or “What is 100 pounds in Danish Krone?’
Dictionary - “How do I spell vigorously?” or “What does circumlocution mean?’
Learn more things Google Home can do -“What can you do?’

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Galaxy
Features
Now you’ve Learned about your Samsung
Galaxy, it’s time to take things further
with some advanced features. We show
you how to speed up Android animations,
saving time and battery power. If you’re
having trouble making phone calls, we
show you what can adversely affect the
phone signal, and if you want to stream
content to your TV, we show you how
to do that too. Don’t miss our guides to
boosting battery life, problem solving
and cool projects too.

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Animations
For this tutorial,you must open the developer options. To do this, Open Settings, tap ‘About
device’ o r‘About phone’, ta p ‘Software information’ and finally ta p ‘Build number’ seven times.
Enter your pattern, PIN or password to enable the Developer options menu. Here we will look at
using animation settings to improve overall device performance.

Modify Animation Settings

You can now begin to modify some of the development settings, including the animation settings we’re looking at
here. It’s not a particularly dangerous task, but even so, it’s a good idea to back up your device before continuing.
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Whilst it may be tempting to play around with the settings
here, we suggest leave everything alone until you know
what the possible effects could be. And if you do decide to change
developer options, change them one at a time and test the changes
before altering anything else. Otherwise it can be hard to know what
caused any problems that occur.
V H For this guide, we are looking at animation options, which can
~ be found in the “Drawing” section about halfway down the list
of settings. You w ill see three animation settings: Window animation
scale,Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale. Each
of these options w ill be set to “lx .” This means animations running at
normal speed.

Before we go further,you should understand what is mean by
3
animations on Android. Without animations, switching Home
screen panels, opening apps or scrolling would appear to be an instant
switch from one screen to another. Animations provide the sliding effect
of home panels or the grow effect when opening a new app.
Your device has to process these animations every time you
switch screens or open an app. But by reducing the animation
speed to “ 5x”,you can speed up a ll transition effects and not only
improve how fast your device runs, but the shorter animation
sequences w ill also make the device seem smoother.

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If you want to go further, you can change the animation scales
5 to Off. You w ill speed up transitions and window animations
to their fastest, but you w ill lose some of the smoothness of the
operating system. Choosing 0.5x is a good compromise between
speed and how your device looks when used.
If you find that the changes are causing problems, or if you are
6 seeing no improvement in animation speed, try restarting your
device. If this still doesn’t help, go back into the settings > Developer
Options, and reset a ll of the changes to their original state (or simply
turn Developer options off).

Monitoring Performance
There are also several options in the Developer settings that allow you to monitor the performance of your device.
This is useful if animation settings cause problems. You can reduce them,speeding up your device.

Strict Mode Show CPU Usage

Enabling this option in the Monitoring section of the Developer This option puts an overlay on the screen that shows CPU (the
settings w ill cause the screen to flash when apps perform long, main device processor) usage at a ll times. This w ill display as a red
potentially heavy data use operations. This allows you to see whether and green bar at the top right of the screen. It allows you to see
app animations are causing system strain. which actions are causing the most CPU strain.

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feedback. By viewing where the screen registers your touches,you can
monitor whether the touch-recognition system is working accurately.
If touches seem to be out of place, you can sometimes fix this by
restarting your device.
Another good way to see what might be slowing your system
down, and potentially causing animation lag, is to display Running
Services.This shows you exactly what is running at any given
moment and can be quite revealing about what apps and features
use most resources.

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Galaxy’s Signal
There are several things that can affect how good your cell phone signal is, things that you might not
automatically consider when a call drops or when your phone shows the dreaded no bars. If you know
and understand the types of things that can affect signal strength, you w ill be in a better position to
make sure your calls all get through. Here’s a guide to keeping your eye on your coverage.

Terrain
Your mobile phone communicates using simple radio
waves and these travel in straight lines from your phone
to the nearest visible cell tower. Anything that gets in the
way can cause loss of signal strength or even signal failure.
For example, if your nearest cell tower was a mile away, but
hidden behind a hill, and the next visible tower was five or
ten miles away,your phone would be forced to connect to that
one, rather than the much closer tower. In this case, distance
would also begin to have an effect on signal strength. If you
lived in a valley and a ll of the cell towers were outside the
valley,you would effectively be in a Dead Zone.
You might think that living in a city would be like being
in an unnatural valley a ll the time but there are usually
sm aller radio towers or antennas placed a ll over cities, so
the signal never has to travel far. Radio signals can also
bounce off buildings and round corners, so you might not
even need line-of-sight with a tower to get a signal. Again,
in this instance, signal strength would be lost.
Distance
The distance they need to travel is always a factor with
any radio waves and your phone signal is no different.The
atmosphere is full of particles and even in perfect conditions,
i.e. no dust, rain or snow, the furthest distance to the nearest
tower w ill need to be less than 25 miles if you expect any
sort of signal. Theoretically, a radio wave from a mobile
phone could travel 45 miles but depending on the network
carrier, components used and the receiving equipment,the
real-world distance could be as low as 20 miles.
The more powerful the transmitter, the further the radio
waves w ill travel, but there is a limit to how powerful a
smartphone radio can be (a more powerful radio transmitter
would require a more powerful battery, as it would quickly
drain a standard smartphone power cell). In a city, distance
to the nearest tower is rarely a problem but in the great
outdoors, or even remote rural towns,this is probably going
to be the biggest factor affecting the overall quality of your
mobile signal.

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Weather
y Following on from the detrimental effect of distance on
your mobile signal, is the effect that challenging weather can
have. Just how much effect the weather has on your signal
depends very much on the type of weather. For example, heavy
cloud can cause problems due to complicated sounding things
like changes in radio propagation and signal reflection. Fleavy
rain can really get in the way of radio waves and even light
rain w ill have some effect, particularly if your device is using
the high frequency ranges used by 4G.
In general, water in any form w ill reduce how far radio
waves can travel and in particular the high frequency waves
used by mobile phones. Water vapour w ill actually absorb
energy from the radio waves, converting it into heat, removing
its strength.

Building Materials
Being inside a building w ill, to at least some degree, effect
how w ell the signal travels. Commonly used building materials
like concrete, steel, brick and plaster are all great at blocking
radio waves. Walls of mainly steel construction, or concrete
w alls with lots of steel reinforcing bars inside, w ill have the
worst effect on signal. This is especially true in rooms such as
basements, due to the lack of large windows.
If the lack of signal is just inside the building, i.e.you can get
a good signal in the garden or on the balcony, it may be worth
investing in a signal booster. This is a fairly simple device that
receives the signal inside the building and passes it through
a cable to an externally placed antenna. It can then be sent to
the nearest mast; If you don’t even get a good signal outside, a
signal booster won’t help.

5
Movement Speed
To make a call,your phone needs to be able to send
and receive signals to a tower.This back and forth happens
incredibly quickly, so if you are standing still or even moving
slowly, there is no problem. However, as soon as you start to
move at speed,the constant changes in position can begin to
cause issues. Think about trying to throw a ball at a single spot
on a w all and catch it again, now imagine doing that while
driving past the w all in a car at 40mph.
Travel over 60mph and you w ill doubtless notice a distinct
drop in call quality and anything over lOOmph (in a train for
example), w ill probably see calls being dropped completely
or at the very least,filled with stuttering and interference. Of
course, you also have the added problem of potentially moving
behind something that obstructs the radio waves as you travel.

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Howto Stream
Content to a TV
One of the many benefits of using a Samsung device is its ability to screen cast effectively.
Screen Casting, also called Screen Mirroring, enables the user to mirror the mobile device’s
content to a compatible smart TV. Here’s how to mirror your devices screen to a TV.

Smart Viewing
Depending on the age of the Samsung device you’re using the screen mirroring feature may have a different name.
Older devices tend to use the name Smart View rather than Screen Mirroring.
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Enter the Screen Share app on your TV, you may have several connection
options available depending on the make and model of the TV.These are
usually the regarding the quality of the connection, either fast (with less graphical
impact) or normal (using most bandwidth for the best quality connection). Use the
remote to make your choice.

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With the
connection options
set, use the two-finger
pull-down menu on the
Samsung device and tap
the Screen Mirroring icon.
Depending on the speed
of the connection, the
current traffic load on the
network you’re connected
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both your Samsung device
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eventually see the name displaying your photo album to gathered friends and
of the TV listed (this can family. Along with the images you’ve taken on your Samsung
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some cases, so you’ll need the Slideshow Mode in the Gallery,the effect is even better.
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happens, it’s often best to stop
Screen Mirroring on both the
You can now use your Samsung device as normal Samsung device and the TV,
6 and w h at’s displayed on its screen w ill be displayed with the extreme option of
on the TV. Th is naturally means you can view web pages on exiting the sm art apps on the
the TV, YouTube and any games you’re playing. There may be TV, then reconnecting. When
m inim al lag but the connection between the two is quite both devices are ready, try the
robust and shouldn’t cause too much of a problem. connection again.

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© 10 Cool Things to
do with a Galaxy
Modern mobile devices combine a wealth of useful features with some really impressive
performance and processing power. The Samsung Galaxy range stands out from the crowd as
containing some of the best devices available and as such, there are many cool things you can
do with one. Here’s ten Samsung Galaxy projects we particularly like, and hope you do too.

Multi-Function Mobiles
Aside from sending your device up to the edge of space in a balloon, there are countless other amazing and
interesting things you can do with a Samsung Galaxy. Here are ten to whet your appetite.

Control Your TV UNIVERSAL REMOTE

Easy to set up and easy to use. Using the built-in
infrared IR blaster on your phone, control all your
Lost your TV remote?
devices from one smart remote.
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Samsung Galaxy devices
come with infrared enabling
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control for your TV or other
such items. You w ill need
Scan the Heavens to install the right app of
course, something sim ilar to
For around £15 you can purchase Solomark Universal Cell
the Peel Universal Smart TV
Phone Digiscoping Adapter and Bluetooth Remote Controller
Remote should do the trick.
Kit. Whilst a bit of a mouthful, this kit effectively allows you to
Once installed, follow the
mount your Samsung device on to a telescope and take some
instructions to set it up with
stunning images of the heavens. In essence, you’re using your
your brand of TV.
Galaxy to view the galaxy.

Find Your Way

y Knowing which direction
you’re heading in, or where
North is in relation to you,
is a handy skill. Not a ll of
us can read the position
of the sun or stars, so we
need to rely on modern
technology to do the hard
work. Installing a compass Play Old Video Games
app on your Samsung device
m eans,you’ll always be able Retro gaming is currently enjoying a golden age with the

to check your bearings. Many vast numbers of emulators and remakes doing the rounds.The

Samsung devices have a processing power of a Galaxy device is many times that of the

compass pre-installed. older consoles, home computers and arcade machines,and as

such make for excellent retro gaming hubs.

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music being played on the
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music is.The results aren’t
Your Samsung Galaxy is a mini-computer in your pocket or
perfect, but in most cases,
bag and as such can be used as a traditional desktop computer.
your device w ill make a
You w ill need a few items first, such as connectivity to a monitor,
good attempt at recognising
keyboard and mouse but it’s entirely feasible. Just look to our
the music playing.
Using Your Samsung as a Desktop Computer guide overleaf.

Game Anywhere, Anytime!

Games consoles are extraordinarily expensive and take up a
huge amount of space under the TV; thankfully your Samsung
Galaxy is also a powerful gaming device. Pair a Bluetooth games
controller with your device, then enable Screen Mirroring (our
How to Stream Content to a TV section te ll you how to do this)
and load up your favourite game app.
Watch Movies Anywhere
Expanding on the previous cool thing, instead of gaming
on the big screen TV,your device can also be used as a media
portal. With it you can stream online TV content from the likes
of Netflix, YouTube or even content stored on another device or
computer in the house.

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The accelerometer
in your Galaxy device is
remarkably sensitive and as
such makes for an excellent,
if virtual, spirit level. There
are countless level apps
available; Bubble Level is
a good example, so now
there’s no excuse to see
how level your table or
shelves are. If you are doing
heavy DIY tasks, however, it Translate On-the-go
is probably better to use a y If you’re in a foreign country and you’re struggling to read
proper spirit level rather some of the signage, then simply point your Galaxy device at the
than your expensive and sign and run Google Translate. The sign w ill then be automatically
delicate smartphone. translated from and to the language of your choice.

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How to Boost
Battery Life
Short battery Life has been a drawback of all smartphones and tablets for as long as they have
been around. As device manufacturers improve battery technology and capacity, more power-
hungry processors have become the norm. However, there are several things users can do to
increase the length of time between charges. Here’s a guide to extending battery life.

Quick Settings Power Saving Mode

Every current Android device now allows you to quickly see
and control what services are running: Wi-Fi, GPS, etc., in the quick
settings paneLThis is sim ilar to the Power Control widget found on
some older devices. Although the quick settings don’t actually save
battery power themselves, they do allow you to quickly and easily
keep battery draining services under control.
Many Android devices now include a Power Saving feature which,
with the flick of a switch, can automatically activate several power­
saving tools.These include limiting the performance of the CPU,
reducing the amount of power going to the display and turning off
Haptic Feedback. You probably won’t want to activate a ll of these
tools a ll of the time but in an emergency it can work w ell.

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One of the quickest and easiest ways to save some battery juice
is to turn down the brightness of the screen backlight. There are a
couple of different methods to do this. Open Settings > Display >
Brightness and then move the slider down to wherever you think is
acceptable. Less than 50 per cent is advised. You can also access the
brightness control from the Notifications panel.
) Getting rid of your lovely Live Wallpaper isn’t going to give you an
extra 24 hours for watching videos but it w ill make a slight difference
if your device is really struggling to last a day; and if you’re changing
to static wallpaper, choose a dark (preferably black) one. The pixels in
AMOLED screens, found on many Android devices, are photo emissive.
This means that they generate light.

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helps! Then, do you really need your screen to stay on for ten minutes
after you finish using it? Obviously you can switch off the screen
manually before you put your device away, but each time you get a
notification or a message and then don’t check it or don’t hear it,your
screen may stay on for whatever period is set.
A surprisingly large number of people leave Bluetooth running all
the time. Quite apart from being a bit of a security issue, Bluetooth
w ill also use up a big chunk of your battery power over the course
of a day, even if not actually sending or receiving files.To turn off
Bluetooth go to Settings > Bluetooth. You can also control Bluetooth
with the Quick Settings.

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Device maintenance

GPS and Wireless Networks
Having GPS turned on w ill drain the battery like almost nothing
else. If you are using location-reliant apps.then of course you may
need to have GPS on. Just remember to turn it off when you’re not
using it.Turn off GPS either with the Quick Setting buttons or go to
Settings > Location Services. Whilst you’re in Location settings, make
sure that Use Wireless Networks is also unchecked.
Turn Wi-Fi Off (or Have it Always On)
y Following a bit of a theme, turn Wi-Fi off when you don’t need it;
alternatively, if you are usually near a reliable Wi-Fi connection, set
it to be Always On. Wi-Fi uses less battery than a data connection,
and when Wi-Fi is on, 3G w ill be off. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi. Press the
Menu button and then choose Advanced. Open the Wi-Fi Sleep Policy
menu and choose Never.

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Reduce Update Frequency Background Apps

If you don’t want to disable Always-On Mobile Data,you can
go into each app that updates regularly, Facebook,Twitter,etc. and
change their individual settings to update less regularly. Where you
w ill find this setting varies between apps, but it w ill usually be in the
main settings menu for the app, sometimes under Notifications.
A quick way to reduce battery drain is to stop some of the apps
running in the background. From Settings > Apps, swipe to the left
and you w ill see a list of apps that are currently running. Tap on each
one to see what they’re for, and then you can stop any apps that you
don’t need running in the background a ll of the time.

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■ Boosting Android
Performance
Remember w hen you first used your new Android phone or tab let and it ran quickly and sm oothly? If you
have had your device for more than 6 months, it’s a fair bet that it isn’t running so w e ll any more. Luckily,
there are several sim ple w ays to improve the performance of any Android device, p articularly those
running newer versions of the OS. By applying some or a ll of these sim ple tips you could see a decent
boost in stability, frame rate and sm oothness, and get even more out of your Samsung Galaxy.

Choose Widgets Carefully

Widgets are a key part of what makes Android so
usable but it is very easy to fill several Home screen
panels with the ones you find useful. Doing so w ill almost
certainly impact on the running of your device, as each
widget uses sm all amounts of processing power (not to
mention battery power).
Clearing some of these widgets off your Home screens
w ill, in many cases, give you a noticeable improvement in
performance. You don’t need to strip your Home screens
back to nothing, just remove those widgets you rarely use
or which don’t increase usability that much.

Use Device Maintenance

Many devices, including most current Samsung Galaxy
phones and tab lets, feature a built-in device maintenance
tool. These provide a one-click way to clear out old files
left behind by apps, clear the cache, scan and clean
storage and force apps that are using up device memory
to close. You don’t need to use these tools every day but
a few minutes each week spent using them can make a
huge difference, particularly if you install and remove lots
of different apps.

Clear the Cache

The more you use an app.the more data is cached
to improve that app’s performance. Unfortunately, what
is good for the app, may not be good for the rest of the
device. Deleting the individual caches can be done in
the Apps menu (settings > applications) but there are
also free apps available in the Google Play Store that can
automate the process. One of the most popular is Clean Master.

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y If your device has become cluttered up with apps, files and
other stuff and is showing signs of struggling to do anything,
it could be time for a Factory Reset (also called a hard reset).
This is just about the best way to achieve a performance boost,
particularly with older handsets.
Factory reset is not a step to be taken lightly. It w ill
permanently delete all your data and customised settings and w ill
also remove any applications you downloaded and installed. Be
sure to back up any data and files you want to keep. Factory reset
w ill not remove the data and files that are on your microSD card.
The simplest way to perform a factory reset is through the
settings menu. Go to Settings > SD and device Storage (or Privacy)
> Factory Data Reset. On newer versions of Android, backup and
reset has its own section in the main Android settings. On the
following screen select Reset Device or Factory Reset. Once the
device has restarted, you w ill need to enter your Google account
details, etc. so make sure you know them and have them to hand.
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Clear Out Some Apps
Most apps take up just a few MB of space in your
device memory, so most modern Android phones and
tablets can handle a lot of apps before they start to run
out of space. Flowever, ju st because you can fit loads
on your device, doesn’t mean that you should. Having
periodic clear outs of apps you no longer need can really
help to improve device performance, particularly if the
apps you remove are ones which update or work in the
background.To uninstall apps easily, open the main app
list (or app drawer) on your device and tap and hold on
the one to be removed. Drag and drop it on to the trash
can (or uninstall) icon at the top of the screen.
Switch to ART Runtime
Your device might also support the ART runtime
environment. If so, switching to it from the DALVIK
runtime could provide a considerable performance boost.
ART is now a standard feature for a ll Android versions,
w ith animation options,you can access this setting via
the Developer Options menu. Not a ll apps can use ART
at the moment, so if one of the apps you use is unable
to open or you are having trouble receiving a software
update, sim ply switch back to Dalvik mode using the
same process.
Turn Off Animations
A hidden settings option in Android w ill give you
access to commands you may have never known existed:
the Developer Options. Go to Settings > About, scroll
down to Build Number and tap it seven times. You w ill
now have access to developer options. Most of the options
here should be left alone unless you really know what you
are doing but some, including the animation options, can
be altered for a potential speed increase.Try turning off
animation settings one at a time to see if things speed up
on your device.
Keep the OS Updated
Make sure that your Android device is up to date with
the latest system software releases. Major and minor
software updates could include improvements to how the
processor handles various functions, and could result in a
decent speed boost.
You can check for updates by opening the main
settings, tapping About and then looking for the Software
Update section. You can manually check for updates
using the button there, or you can check the box next to
Automatically check for updates’.
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Problems Solved
Android has been free from any major problems for a long time, as the software continually
improves and Google seems happy to listen to comments from its massive user base. Where
problems can still arise however, is when the excellent software is not paired with excellent
hardware. Let’s take a look at some of the most common Android problems

Q Battery Drain
The e asiest w ay to quickly
reduce battery drain is to
sw itch off a few power hungry
features such as GPS (location)
and B luetooth, reduce the
screen brightness and restart
your d e v ice .T h is should see
an im m ediate im provem ent
in battery life. Some devices
also now include battery saver
m o d es,allo w in g you to reduce
fu n ctio n ality for a sh ort term
increase in battery life. These
are however, g en erally designed
as em ergency m easures, not
day-to-day solution s.
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w ays to save battery pow er
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usage lis t to see tip s and
po ssib le fixes.

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User Interface Q Play Store

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fu ll or almost fu ll internal storage drive. You can start fixing this by deleting unused apps
and photos or moving them to the cloud or a microSD card. Additionally you should lim it Although it is thankfully fairly
the use of live wallpapers and close open apps that you are no longer using. Another uncommon, some apps on the Play
good thing to do is to delete the app cache as described below. Store are only compatible with specific
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to Settings, clicking on Apps, selecting an for free from the Google Play Store, can
app from the main list and then choosing also be used to automate the cache
For paid applications confirm
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that your credit card information
is up to date by signing in to
your Google W allet account.

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Play Store app (visit Settings >
re-enter the password to connect again. Applications > Clear Cache).
) Any time the your device needs to
connect to an external device, such as If that doesn’t work try changing the
frequency in the Advanced menu. Restart your device, then try
a Wi-Fi router or Bluetooth peripheral,
Go to Wi-Fi frequency band and play downloading the app again.
the chances of encountering problems is
increased. If you are having problems with around with the different settings. It
should be set to Automatic by default. Confirm that there is connectivity
your Wi-Fi connection, the first step to
If none of those fix the Android Wi-Fi to either a w ireless or cellular
take is to reboot the device that’s having
problems, try updating applications or network on your device and
trouble. You should also try rebooting
entering Safe Mode to try and single out contact your mobile service
the router it’s connected to, if that hasn’t
problem apps. If that doesn’t work it might provider if you aren’t connected.
been restarted recently. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for rebooting be time to factory reset the device.
Ensure there’s enough space on
your router. If that doesn’t work make sure
your device for the app to install.
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Update Your PC
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report USB connection problems. often Windows w ill not recognise any
System/user data: 43.8 GB There are a few different symptoms Android device or any USB device.That’s
Unnecessary data: 605 MB of Android USB connection problems. why it’s always a good idea to update
Available space: 20.2 GB
The most common problem is that you your system, particularly the USB drivers.
can’t transfer files between your device Remember not to install too many
Free up storage space by deleting unnecessary data, and your computer or manage your updates at the same time, not more than
such as cached, residual, and advertisement files.
device through your computer. If you are two or three.
experiencing any problems connecting
your Android device to your PC, these are
the steps you should follow.
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restarting, they may simply be overloaded. your device. If Developer options aren’t
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restart your computer and then restart About Device and tap the Build Number

a SD card 4.7 GB /1 4 .8 GB your Android phone. heading 10 times.

Update Your New USB Cable

The easiest and most obvious way
to solve a lack of storage space on your Android Device Android USB cables w ill undoubtedly
phone or tablet is to remove some old Sometimes there may be some bugs become damaged or worn over time, so
content such as apps, photos or videos. in the software and updating your it is certainly worth trying to connect
You can easily remove apps by going Android version may indeed help.This is using a different cable if you have one
to Settings > Applications, selecting particularly true if you are using an older available. If not you can buy replacement
the app from the list and tapping version of Android with a new version (8.1 Android USB cables online or in electrical
the Uninstall button. You can also or 10) of Windows. stores cheaply enough.
uninstall apps by tapping and holding
on the icon in the main app drawer and
then dragging the app icon up to the
uninstall icon that appears.
Photos and videos can be deleted
from within the Gallery or Photos app,
depending on your device. In both cases
tap and hold on the first image you want
to delete, then select any others using
the selection screen. Once you have all
of the photos and videos selected that
you want to delete, tap the Trash button
or select Delete.
Some devices, particularly phones,
w ill allow you to expand storage space
by inserting a MicroSD card.There may
already be a MicroSD installed in your
device but it is unlikely to be the largest
capacity the device can work with;
check the manufacturer’s instructions or
website for maximum MicroSD capacity.
This fairly cheap option could double or
even treble the available storage space
on your device.

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or Dropbox isn’t syncing properly, the edit your text messages (SMS or MMS)
read your text messages (SMS or MMS)
first thing to do is to check that the If apps are consistently crashing receive text messages (SMS)

app in question is working and fully
up to date. You can check for updates
for apps by opening the Google Play
Store app, clicking My Apps in the menu
and checking the update list. Apply any
available updates and check to see if that
fixes the sync problem.
If not you can try clearing the app
cache and data.This w ill usually mean
that you w ill have to sign in to the app
again but it should fix persistent sync
problems. Open the apps in question
and check that the individual sync
settings are correct. You can also check
sync settings for a ll of your Google apps,
as w ell as things like Facebook and
Instagram, in the Accounts section of the
main settings.
w hile operating, the first thing to do
is check for any available updates for y Firstly, try clearing the cache on
those apps,you can do this by opening Bluetooth Share. To do this head into
the Google Play Store app, tapping the Settings > Apps > Scroll over to A ll >
Menu button and selecting My apps & Select Bluetooth Share > Clear Cache.
games. If there is no update available After doing this power down the device
for the app that is crashing, it is and boot back up. You can also try
worth uninstalling the app and then to Clear Data from the same screen.
reinstalling it at a later date. This w ill cause the Android device to
Alternatively,you can open the main forget a ll known Bluetooth devices and
Settings, click Applications and locate allow you to essentially start scanning
the problem app in the list, click on for them from scratch. If none of the
the app and then its info screen, clear aforementioned fixes work, try booting
both the app data and the app cache. into Safe Mode.To do this, press & hold
Tap Force Stop and then head back to the Power button.Tap and hold the
the Home screen or main app drawer Power off option in the dialog box, and
and open the app to see if the crashes then tap OK in the following dialog box
have stopped. to start safe mode.

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