Motorola Moto G Specification sheet

Get Started
All you need to know to get going.

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Thanks for choosing Boost Mobile. This booklet introduces you to the
basics of getting started with Boost and your Moto G.
Boost has always sought to stand for something more. We’ve listened
to you and worked to build a brand that’s more responsive and more
dedicated to satisfying your wants and needs. It’s our mission to let
you know that we’ll continue to take on the things that are wrong with
wireless so you can live your life...without compromise.
For ongoing support and resources, visit boostmobile.com/support.
There, you’ll find guides, tutorials, and more to help you get the most
out of your phone.
Note: Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.
Boost Mobile. Be Heard.

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This Get Started guide is designed to help you set up and use your new Moto G. It’s
divided into four sections to help you find the information you need quickly and easily.
Using This Guide
Get Ready – page 5 – Find out what
you need to do before you use your
phone the first time.
Android Basics – page 8 – Learn some
basics about how to move around on your
phone, use the home screen, and enter text.
If you’re familiar with Android phones, you
can probably skip these pages (although a
refresher course never hurt anyone).
Use Your Phone – page 11 – Take
advantage of your phone’s features and
Boost services, from the basics (Making
Calls) to the more advanced (using Google
Play™, Wi-Fi™, and more).
Tools & Resources – page 21 – Find useful
tips for your phone and discover resources
and other helpful Boost Mobile information.
For additional information including the full
User Guide, videos, tutorials, and community
forums, visit
boostmobile.com/support/device-support/.

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Your Moto G
Power KeyFlash
Volume
Keys
Back
Camera
Headphone
Jack
Microphone
Micro USB/
Charger
Back
Home
Recent
Apps
Front
Camera
Removable
Back

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Get Your Phone Ready
Charge the Battery
1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/
accessory jack on the bottom of your phone.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
Note: The phone battery should be fully
charged before starting the setup process.
Activate Your Phone
1. Find your phone’s MEID (DEC) number on the
packaging. You’ll need this 18-digit number to
activate your phone.
2. Go to boostmobile.com/activate, follow the
prompts to enter the MEID, and then click
start activation process. If you are activating
this new phone on an existing account, visit
My Account on boostmobile.com to update
your handset.
Note: You can also call 1-888-BOOST4U to
use the automated activation system.
3. Continue through the activation steps and at
the end you will have an option to pay to get
your service started.
4. Press and hold the Power key to turn on your
new phone and follow the on-screen
prompts to get started.

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Set Up Your Phone
Once activated, your phone guides you
through various setup options, including
setting up your Google™Account.*
Complete the Setup Screens
Note: At some point during setup, you will see
a prompt to install Boost Default Configuration.
Follow the prompts to install the package and
then continue with the setup screens.
1. When you see the Welcome screen, select
a language and tap Start to begin.
2. Read the message About your privacy. If
you agree, touch Accept and continue.
Touch Privacy settings to control information
shared with Motorola.
3. On the Wi-Fi setup screen, follow the prompts
to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network and
set your Wi-Fi options.
4. Create or sign in to a Google Account. Select
additional Google preferences, including
Google Location options, as prompted.
You’re all set! Your Moto G is ready to use.
+ Move photos, videos, music, call history,
and more from your old Android phone
to this one using Motorola Migrate.
–or–
+ Go to the home screen to start using
your phone.
* You do not need to sign up for a Google
Account to use your phone; however, to
download content from the Google Play™
Store app, you must link your phone to a
Google Account.

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Basic Phone Functions
Turn the Phone On
+ Press and hold the Power key.
Turn the Screen On and Off
+ To quickly turn the display screen off,
press the Power key.
+ To turn the screen on and display the unlock
screen, press the Power key.
Unlock the Screen
+ Swipe the screen with your finger to unlock it.
Turn the Phone Off
+ Press and hold the Power key and then tap
Power off > OK to turn the phone off.

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Your Home Screen
Viewing Your Home Screen
Your phone’s home screen extends
horizontally up to five full screens.
+ To display the main (center) Home screen,
press from any screen.
+ To view extended screens, swipe the screen
left or right.
Status Bar
The status bar at the top of the screen lets
you quickly see both your phone status
(connections, signal strength, battery, GPS)
and any current notifications.
Notifications Panel
You can expand the notification area to see
more about your notifications.
1. Drag the notifications panel down.
2. Tap a notification to open its application.
–or–
Swipe left or right across a notification to
clear it.
Add Items to Your Home Screen
Make your home screen yours by adding
apps, widgets, wallpaper and more.
+ Wallpaper: Touch and hold an empty spot on
your home screen to choose your wallpaper.
+ Widgets and Shortcuts: Tap Apps , tap
Widgets, touch and hold a widget or
shortcut and then drag it to one of your
home screen panels.

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Keys and Icons
Phone
MessagesInternet
Apps
Recent
Apps
Key
Home
Key
Back
Key
Camera
Open Apps
Keys and Icons
The bottom front of your phone contains a
Back key, a Home key, and a Recent Apps key.
Above this row is a row of program icons that
are available from every home screen.
Open Apps
+ If an app is on one of your home screens, just
tap it to open it.
+ If an app is not available from your home
screen, press
, tap Apps , and then tap
the app icon.
You may have to scroll right or left
to find your app.

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Typing on Your Phone
Enter Text
You use the Google touchscreen keyboard to
enter text on your phone. The keyboard
appears automatically onscreen when you
touch a text entry field.
Google Keyboard Tips
+ Touch ABC or ?123 to change entry type.
+ Suggested words will appear above the
keyboard as you type. Touch a word to enter it
and move on to the next word.
+ Enter a word by tracing a continuous path
through the letters.
Google Voice Typing
Use your voice to enter text instead of typing.
1. From any screen where you can enter text,
touch the input field to reveal the keyboard.
2. Touch or and speak clearly.
Your Input Method and Keyboard Settings
You can customize your input method and
keyboard settings to suit your needs:
+ Tap
Apps > Settings > Language & input,
and tap the Settings icon next to any of the
keyboard options (Google Keyboard or
Google voice typing).