Samsung 2022 A Series User manual

2022 A Series
User Manual
A03s, A13, A13 5G, A53 5G, A53 5G uw
2022 A Series

Contents
Start using your phone 1
Charge the battery 1.1
Turn on your phone 1.2
Transfer data from an old phone 1.3
Lock or unlock your phone 1.4
Set up voicemail 1.5
Gestures 1.6
Use the keyboard 1.7
Phone 1.8
Multi window 1.9
Edge panels 1.10
Emergency mode 1.11
Personalize your phone 2
Side key settings 2.1
Navigation bar 2.2
Digital Wellbeing 2.3
Parental controls 2.4
Always On Display 2.5
Home screen 2.6
Display 2.7
Notifications 3
Sounds and vibration 3.1
Notifications: Phone 3.2
Notifications: App 3.3
Camera 4
Navigate the camera screen 4.1
Configure shooting modes 4.2

Configure shooting modes 4.2
Scene Optimizer 4.3
Single Take 4.4
Record videos 4.5
Camera settings 4.6
AR Zone 4.7
Gallery 5
View pictures 5.1
Edit pictures 5.2
Play video 5.3
Edit video 5.4
Delete pictures and videos 5.5
Take a screenshot 5.6
Screen recorder 5.7
Share pictures and videos 5.8
Group similar images 5.9
Essentials Apps 6
Calculator 6.1
Calendar 6.2
Clock 6.3
Chrome 6.4
Contacts 6.5
Messages 6.6
My Files 6.7
Internet 6.8
Samsung apps 7
Galaxy Store 7.1
Game Launcher 7.2
AR Zone 7.3
Bixby 7.4
Galaxy Wearable 7.5
Galaxy Themes 7.6
Samsung Health 7.7
Samsung Notes 7.8

Samsung Pass 7.9
Samsung Pay 7.10
Samsung Free 7.11
Samsung Global Goals 7.12
Samsung TV Plus 7.13
SmartThings 7.14
Google apps 8
Chrome 8.1
Drive 8.2
Duo 8.3
Gmail 8.4
Google 8.5
GPay 8.6
Maps 8.7
Photos 8.8
YouTube 8.9
PlayStore 8.10
Microsoft apps 9
Outlook 9.1
Office 9.2
OneDrive 9.3
Link to Windows 9.4
Connections 10
Wi-Fi 10.1
Bluetooth 10.2
NFC and payment 10.3
Airplane mode 10.4
Mobile networks 10.5
Data usage 10.6
Mobile hotspot 10.7
Tethering 10.8
Nearby device scanning 10.9
Connect to a printer 10.10

Virtual Private Networks 10.11
Private DNS 10.12
Ethernet 10.13
Security 11
Security Features 11.1
Lock screen and security 11.2
Customization service 11.3
Face recognition 11.4
Fingerprint scanner 11.5
Samsung Pass 11.6
Find my Mobile 11.7
Accounts & Backup 12
Add an account 12.1
Account settings 12.2
Remove an account 12.3
Backup and restore 12.4
Google settings 12.5
Samsung account 12.6
Google Account 12.7
External storage transfer 12.8
Device Maintenance 13
System Updates 13.1
Quick optimization 13.2
Battery 13.3
Storage 13.4
Memory 13.5
Date and time 13.6
About phone 13.7
Advanced device care options 13.8
Accessibility 14
Interaction and dexterity 14.1

About Accessibility 14.2
Talkback 14.3
Visibility enhancements 14.4
Hearing enhancements 14.5
Advanced settings 14.6
Installed apps 14.7
Advanced Features 15
Android Auto 15.1
Dual Messenger 15.2

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Get the most out of your Galaxy phone's battery
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Get the most out of your Galaxy phone's battery
Can't figure out why your battery is always draining? Your phone has the answer. You can monitor and extend its battery life or use a Power
saving mode to get the most out of it. You'll never be stumped about your phone's battery life again.
Available screens and settings may vary by wireless service provider, software version, and phone model.
Battery usage
In the Device care menu, you can view your phone's estimated battery life based on your recent activty. You can also closely monitor how much
battery different apps are using.
Open , swipe to and tap , and then tap . Your battery usage will appear at the top of the screen. From
here, you can pinpoint what's draining your battery.
Watch the video and read the following sections to learn more ways to save battery power.
Screen timeout
Sometimes your phone just needs to take a timeout. If needed, you can shorten your phone's screen timeout to save battery life.
1. Navigate to and open , and then tap .
2. Tap , and then select your desired option.
3. Choose 15 seconds to save the most battery life.
The screen timeout is set to 30 seconds by default.
Accidental touch protection
You can reduce battery drain and stop embarassing pocket dials by blocking accidental touches. That way, you won't have any more mishaps.
1. Navigate to and open , and then tap .
2. Swipe to the bottom of the screen.
3. Tap the next to "Accidental touch protection" to turn it on or off.
Adaptive brightness
Charge the battery
Note:
Settings Battery and device care Battery
Settings Display
Screen timeout
Note:
Settings Display
switch

If the screen's hurting your eyes, turn on Adaptive brightness. This feature will learn your usage patterns and automatically adjust the screen's
brightness based on your prior adjustments. It also can help extend your battery life!
Navigate to and open , and then tap . Tap the next to "Adaptive brightness" to turn it on or off.
Power saving mode
Using Power saving mode can affect app and device performance. Some tasks and features may take longer to complete or update.
Additionally, apps running in the background may not receive updates or send you notifications when Power saving mode is enabled.
Before you turn in for the night, change your phone's power mode. This will decrease your phone’s performance and save battery life.
1. Navigate to and open , and then tap .
2. Tap , and then tap .
3. Tap the next to your desired settings or customizations.
4. Finally, tap the at the top of the screen to activate Power saving mode.
You will not be able to adjust the settings once the mode is enabled. If you want to change any of the settings, you'll need to temporarily
disable Power saving mode.
Adaptive Wi-Fi
If you're always on Wi-Fi browsing your favorite blogs and video channels, you can save power on that too. Plus, you can reduce battery usage
by analyzing Wi-Fi usage.
1. Open , tap , and then tap .
2. Tap (the three vertical dots), and then tap .
3. Tap the next to Turn on Wi-Fi automatically.
This feature is not available on all phone models. Additionally, it may only work when a SIM card is inserted.
Sleeping apps
Opening apps all day can drain your phone's battery quickly, but you can save some power with .
If there are certain apps you rarely use, you can set them to sleep in the background so your battery won’t drain as fast. You can also set apps to
sleep automatically when you haven’t opened them in a while.
Settings Display switch
Note:
Settings Battery and device care
Battery Power saving
switches
switch
Settings Connections Wi-Fi
More options Advanced
switch
Note:
sleeping app settings

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Get ready to start using your Galaxy phone
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Get ready to start using your Galaxy phone
Getting a new phone can be very exciting but also overwhelming and confusing. This guide is designed to teach you the basics of using a Galaxy
device, such as turning on the phone or making calls. We also cover navigation and keyboard settings, so you’ll become an expert quickly.
Turn on your device
Do not use the device if the body is cracked or broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
You can use the Side key (which also acts as a Power key) to turn your device on.
• Press and hold the key to turn the device on.
• To turn the device off, press and hold the and keys at the same time, and tap . Tap again to
confirm.
• To restart your device, press and hold the and keys at the same time, and tap . Tap again to confirm.
To learn more about powering off your device, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel, and then tap the
icon. Tap , then tap , and then tap .
Set up voicemail
You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time.
1. Open the app, and then touch and hold the key or tap .
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.
The options vary by carrier, but you can usually access your voicemail through the Phone app.
Lock or unlock your device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern,
PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out.
1. From , tap , tap , and then select a screen lock type (Pattern, PIN, or Password).
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the screen lock.
3. After you’ve set the lock, tap , and tap the to enable notifications on the Lock screen. The following options are
available for customization:
Show only notification icons with no details on the Lock screen.
Turn on your phone
Important:
Side
Side Volume down Power off Power off
Side Volume down Restart Restart
Settings Advanced features Side key How to power off your phone
Phone 1 Voicemail
Note:
Settings Lock screen Screen lock type
Notifications switch
Icons only:

Show only notification icons with no details on the Lock screen.
Display notification details on the Lock screen.
Adjust the desired transparency for notifications by using the slider.
Do not show notifications in the Notification panel.
Choose which notifications to show on the Lock screen.
Display notifications on the Always on Display screen.
4. Once you’ve adjusted the notification settings, return to the Lock screen settings page to configure the following screen lock options:
Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected. A secure screen lock is
required for this feature.
Customize your secure lock settings. A secure screen lock is required for this feature.
Enable the Always On Display screen.
For more information on adjusting Lock screen settings, please see .
Use the Phone app
The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more.Contact your carrier for more
information. The actual appearance of the Phone app screen varies by carrier.
• From the app, enter a number on the keypad and tap . Tap the tab if the keypad is not displayed.
• From the app, tap to display a list of recent calls. Select a contact, and then tap .
• From the tab in the app, select a contact, and then tap . You can also do this from the
Contacts app.
When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name will display. If you are using an app when a call comes in, a pop-
up screen will display. You can easily answer or decline an incoming call using the provided options on the call screen or pop-up menu.
• On the incoming call screen, drag or tap the icon to answer the call.
• On the incoming call screen, drag or tap to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.
• You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response. On the incoming call screen,
drag upward and select a message, such as “I can’t talk right now.”
• Tap when you are ready to hang up.
You can adjust the call volume, switch to a headset or speaker, and even multitask while on a call.
• Press the keys to increase or decrease the volume.
• Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetoothheadset (not included). Tap the icon to
hear the caller using the speaker or tap the icon to hear the caller using a connected Bluetooth headset.
• If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar.
Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.
Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap .
• Tap (the three vertical dots) and then tap . When you're ready to resume the call, just tap
Icons only:
Details:
Transparency:
Hide content:
Notifications to show:
Show on Always On Display:
Smart Lock:
Secure lock settings:
Always On Display:
our guide
Make a call
Using the keypad: Phone Call Keypad
Make a call from Recents: Phone Recents Call
Make a call from Contacts: Contacts Phone Call
Answer, decline, or end a call
Answer a call: Answer
Decline a call: Decline
Decline a call with a message:
Send message
End a conversation: End call
Actions while you’re on a call
Adjust volume: Volume
Switch to headset or speaker: Speaker
Bluetooth
Multitask:
To return to the call screen:
To end a call while multitasking: End call
Place a call on hold: More options Hold call

on the phone screen.
The numbers of the calls you have dialed, received, or missed are stored in the Call log. From the Phone app, tap . A list of recent calls
will display. If the caller is in your Contacts list, the caller’s name is displayed.
Use recent call information to create a contact or update your Contacts list.
1. From the app, tap .
2. Tap the call that contains the information that you want to save to your Contacts list, and tap .
3. Tap or .
4. Enter the necessary information to create or edit the contact.
5. Tap to confirm.
If your Call log is getting really long, you can delete some past records from it. You can also select multiple calls and delete them all at once.
1. From the app, tap the tab.
2. Touch and hold the call you want to delete from the Call log. Tap to confirm.
By adding a caller to your Block list, future calls from this number are sent directly to your voicemail, and messages are not received.
1. From the app, tap the tab.
2. Tap the caller you want to add to the Block list.
3. Tap the icon, then tap , and then confirm when prompted.
You can also modify your Block list in Settings. From the app, tap (the three vertical dots), tap , and
tap .
This feature lets you assign a contact to a number on your phone’s keypad (i.e. 2, 3, etc.). You can then dial the number by holding down the
designated number on the keypad.
1. Fromthe app, tap , tap (the three vertical dots), and then tap . The Speed dial number
screen displays the reserved speed dial numbers.
2. Tap an unassigned number.
Tap the (the downward arrow) to select a different Speed dial number than the next one in the sequence (i.e. 3, 4,
etc.).
Number 1 is reserved for Voicemail.
3. Type in a name or number, or tap (the person icon) to assign a contact to the number.
The selected contact is displayed in the Speed dial number box.
You can make a call using Speed dial. From the app, touch and hold the assigned Speed dial in the keypad (i.e. 2, 3, etc.). If the
Speed dial number is more than one digit long, enter the first digits, and then hold the last digit.
If desired, you can remove an assigned Speed dial number. You can always assign another number to that shortcut later on.
1. From the app, tap (the three vertical dots), and then tap .
2. Tap the icon (the red minus sign) by the contact you want to remove from Speed dial.
RESUME CALL
Call log
Recents
Save a contact from a recent call
Phone Recents
Add to contacts
Create new contact Update existing contact
Save
Delete call records
Phone Recents
Delete
Block a number
Phone Recents
Details Block
Note: Phone More options Settings
Block numbers
Speed dial
Phone Keypad More options Speed dial numbers
drop-down menu
Add from Contacts
Make a call with Speed dial
Phone number
Remove a Speed dial number
Phone More options Speed dial numbers
Delete

You can dial the emergency telephone number in your region regardless of the phone’s service status. If your phone is not activated, you can
only make an emergency call.
1. From the app, enter the emergency telephone number (911 in North America) and tap .
2. Complete your call. During this type of call, you have access to most in-call features.
The emergency telephone number can be dialed even if the phone is locked, allowing anyone to use your phone to call for help in
an emergency. When accessed from a locked screen, only the emergency calling feature is accessible to the caller. The rest of the phone
remains secured.
These settings allow you to modify settings associated with the Phone app. Fromthe app, tap (the three vertical dots), and
then tap .
You can add another number to a phone call while the call is in progress. Options vary by carrier.
1. From the active call, tap (the plus sign) to dial the second call.
2. Dial the new number and tap . When the call is answered:
Tap to switch between the two calls.
Tap the number to switch between the two calls.
Tap to hear both callers at once (multi-conferencing).
Video calls use your phone's cameras to record, so you and the recepient can talk and see each other in real time!
• Open the app, enter a number, and then tap or . Not all devices support video calling. The receiver has the
option to accept the video call or answer the call as a regular voice call.
Type back and forth in real time with the other person while on a call. You can use RTT whenever you are calling someone whose phone also
supports RTT or is connected to a teletypewriter (TTY) device. The RTT icon appears on all incoming RTT calls.
1. From the app, tap (the three vertical dots), and then tap .
2. Tap for the following options:
Choose a visibility option for the RTT call button.
Show the RTT call button on the keypad and during calls.
Hide the RTT keyboard when an external TTY keyboard is connected.
Choose the preferred TTY mode for the keyboard in use.
When calls are received while using other apps, they can be displayed as pop-ups. However, you can change this setting to match your
preferences.
From the app, tap (the three vertical dots), then tap , and then tap . The following
options are available:
• Display an incoming call in the full screen Phone app.
• Display an incoming call as a pop-up at the top of the screen.
• Display an incoming call as a smaller pop-up.
• Enable this option to keep calls in the pop-up after they are answered.
Emergency calls
Phone Call
Note:
Phone settings
Phone More options
Settings
Place a multi- party call
Add call
Call
Swap
On hold
Merge
Video calls
Phone Duo call Video call
Real Time Text (RTT)
Phone More options Settings
Real Time Text
RTT call button:
Always visible:
Use external TTY keyboard:
TTY mode:
Call display while using apps
Phone More options Settings Call display while using apps
Full screen:
Pop-up:
Mini pop-up:
Keep calls in pop-up:

Use the on-screen keyboard
When you need to type something, text can be entered using a keyboard or your voice.
The toolbar provides quick access to features of the keyboard. Options may vary by carrier. Some options can always be displayed at the top of
the keyboard. You can also tap (the three horizontal dots) for even more options. If you'd like to customize your toolbar, just tap
and hold an icon, and drag it to where you'd like it to appear.
Some options will be limited by context. For example, you won't be able to insert an AR Emoji in a Google search box. You may also need
to download an additional app for some options like Spotify or Bitmoji.
• Insert an emoji.
• Select emojis, GIFs, AR emojis, and more.
• Add animated GIFs.
• Use Samsung voice input.
• Access keyboard settings.
• Use your handwriting to enter text. This feature is only available on phones that support the S Pen.
• Locate specific words or phrases in your conversations.
• Type words or sentences in the keyboard to translate them into another language.
• Use biometrics for secure access to apps and services.
• Add music from Spotify.
• Add videos from YouTube.
• Access the clipboard.
• Use an editing panel to help pinpoint text that you want to cut, copy, and paste.
• Select a keyboard layout.
• Adjust the height and width of the keyboard.
• Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers.
• Create your own personal emoji and use it in stickers you can share.
• Create your own stickers or insert automatically suggested ones.
You can set customized options for the Samsung keyboard. From the Samsung keyboard, tap (the gear icon) for the following options:
• Set the keyboard type and choose which languages are available on the keyboard. To switch between languages,
swipe the Space bar left or right.
•
See suggested words and phrases as you type.
Include emojis when using predictive text.
View recommended stickers while you are typing.
Automatically replace what you type with predictive text recommendations.
Underline potential grammar errors in green and suggest corrections.
Toolbar
Expand toolbar
Note:
Emojis:
Expression:
GIFs:
Voice input:
Settings:
Handwriting:
Search:
Translate:
Samsung Pass:
Spotify:
YouTube:
Clipboard:
Text editing:
Modes:
Keyboard size:
Bitmoji:
AR Emoji:
Mojitok:
Configure the Samsung keyboard
Settings
Languages and types:
Smart typing
Predictive text:
Suggest emojis:
Suggest stickers while typing:
Auto replace:
Suggest text corrections:

Create shortcuts for frequently used phrases that will be suggested when you type the shortcut. For example you
can have your email address suggested every time you type "email".
Customize additional typing options. You can automatically capitalize sentences, insert a space when you use
predictive text, add a period when you tap space twice, or enable text prediction for all supported input languages.
•
View or hide the keyboard toolbar.
Adjust the size of the Samsung keyboard and change its colors to increase the contrast between the keys
and the background.
Choose a theme for your keyboard.
Choose between Portrait and Landscape mode.
Adjust the size and transparency of the keyboard.
Display numbers and special characters on the keyboard.
Drag the slider to adjust the font size.
Change the symbol shortcuts on the keyboard.
•
Customize gestures and feedback.
Customize handwriting options (Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G only).
Enable third-party keyboard features.
Return the keyboard to its original settings and clear personalized data.
View the software version and legal information for the Samsung keyboard.
Contact Samsung support through Samsung Members (if supported by your carrier).
Instead of manually typing with the keyboard, you can enter text by speaking.
1. From the Samsung keyboard, tap (the microphone icon) and say what you’d like to type.
2. To set customized options for Samsung voice input, tap from the keyboard, and then tap . The following options are
available:
Choose the language for the keyboard.
Select the language for Samsung voice input.
Hide potentially offensive words with asterisks.
View version and legal information for Samsung voice input.
Navigate your phone with gestures
Your phone’s touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic
object on the touch screen may damage the surface of the screen, and the damage will not be covered by the warranty. Read the information
below to learn about the different ways to navigate your phone and the gestures that are used.
Lightly touch items (like apps) to select or launch them.
• Tap an item to select it.
Text shortcuts:
More typing options:
Style and layout
Keyboard toolbar:
High contrast keyboard:
Theme:
Mode:
Size and transparency:
Layout:
Font size:
Custom symbols:
Other settings
Swipe, touch, and feedback:
Handwriting:
Select third-party content to use:
Reset to default settings:
About Samsung keyboard:
Contact us:
Use Samsung voice input
Voice input
Voice input Settings
Keyboard language:
Voice input language:
Hide offensive words:
About Samsung voice input:
Tap

• Tap an item to select it.
• Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location.
• Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
• Drag a widget to place it in a new location.
Lightly drag your finger across the screen.
• Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
• Swipe to scroll through Home screens or menu options.
Touch and hold items to activate them.
• Touch and hold an app to display a pop-up menu of options.
• Touch and hold a Home screen to customize the Home screen.
Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out.
• Move your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out.
• Move your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in.
Drag and drop
Swipe
Touch and hold
Zoom in and out

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Transfer content with Samsung Smart Switch
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Transfer content with Samsung Smart Switch
So, you got a brand new Galaxy phone and it's awesome. But what's not so awesome is missing all your old photos, videos, and contacts. Well,
your worries are over because lets you seamlessly transfer all your content from your old phone to your new Galaxy
phone. Smart Switch will transfer data from most Android or iOS phones, and even some older Windows and Blackberry devices. You can
purchase a and on our website.
Smart Switch lets you transfer content from old phones to Galaxy devices only. For example, you cannot transfer content to an iOS device.
The supported items may change depending on the connected device.
Wireless transfer from an Android phone
A wireless transfer is the preferred way to copy your data to a new phone. It's fast and lets you keep the phones plugged into their chargers
during the transfer.
1. First, make sure the app is installed on both phones, and plug them into their chargers.
2. When you're ready, place the phones within 4 inches of each other.
3. Launch Smart Switch on both phones. Open , search for Smart Switch, and then tap . Tap
again.
Alternatively, you can navigate to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, and open from there.
4. On the old phone, tap , and then tap .
5. On your new phone,tap , tap , and then tap .
6. Next, complete the connection by tapping on the old phone. On your new phone, choose the content you want to move, and then
tap . Once the transfer is complete, tap on the new phone and you're good to go.
Import content from iCloud
You have lots of valuable data saved on your old iOS phone but transferring it seems like a logistical nightmare. No worries, Smart Switch
makes transferring through a breeze.
1. On the new Galaxy phone, open , search for Smart Switch, and then tap . Tap
again.
Alternatively, you can navigate to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, and open from there.
2. Tap on the new phone, and then tap .
3. Tap at the bottom of the screen.
4. Enter your Apple ID and password, and then tap .
5. Enter the verification code, and then tap .
6. Select the data you want to transfer, and then tap .When the transfer is finished, tap , tap again, and then tap .
Transfer data from an old phone
Samsung Smart Switch
USB cable external storage device (microSD or USB flash drive)
Note:
Smart Switch
Settings Bring data from old device Bring data
from old device
Note: Smart Switch
Send data Wireless
Receive data Galaxy/Android Wireless
Allow
Transfer Close
iCloud
Settings Bring data from old device Bring data from old
device
Note: Smart Switch
Receive data iPhone/iPad
Get data from iCloud instead
Sign in to iCloud
OK
Transfer Next Next Done

6. Select the data you want to transfer, and then tap .When the transfer is finished, tap , tap again, and then tap .
iTunes music and videos cannot be transferred from iCloud. Unencrypted iTunes music can be transferred to your phone by simply
copying the M4A files from a PC with your iTunes library. You can also directly from a PC.
Connect devices with a USB cable
If you use Smart Switch via a USB OTG connection, make sure your devices are at least 20% charged to ensure a safe data transfer. The
transfer may take a while, depending on the volume of multimedia data. It is recommended to fully charge your devices before beginning the
transfer.
Wired transfer is best for people who don't have a lot of data on their old phone. This is because wired transfer doesn't allow you to keep your
phones connected to a charger during the transfer. If you have a lot of data or years' worth of text messages to transfer, we recommend
performing a wireless transfer instead.
A USB-OTG adapter is provided in-box with the Galaxy S10+, S10, S10e, Note10+, Note10+ 5G, and Z Flip. Newer phone models do not
come with this adapter.
1. Connect the phones with the old phone's USB cable. Most cables will require you to use a USB-OTG adapter. If you have a
or cable you won't need an adapter; it will plug right into your new Galaxy.
2. Launch on both phones. On the new Galaxy phone, open , search for Smart Switch, and then tap
. Tap again.
Alternatively, you can navigate to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, and open from there.
3. On the old phone, tap , and then tap .
4. On the new phone, tap , select the type of device you're transferring from (i.e. Galaxy/Android), and then tap . Smart
Switch will begin scanning the old phone for transferrable content.
5. After the scan, select the data you want transferred to the new phone. An estimate of the transfer time will be displayed. If the transfer
will take more than an hour, you may want to use a wireless transfer so both phones can be charged during the transfer.
You can view the other sections in this article to learn about wireless transfers.
6. When you are ready to start, tap .
7. When finished, tap on the new phone, and tap on the old phone.
Use a microSD card or USB flash drive
If you have a large enough capacity microSD card or USB OTG flash drive, you can use Smart Switch to transfer your data and back up your old
device to the external storage. Before you begin, insert the or USB OTG storage device into the old phone.
1. Launch on the old phone. On the new Galaxy phone, open , search for Smart Switch, and then tap
. Tap again.
Alternatively, you can navigate to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, and open from there.
2. Tap the icon in the upper right corner, and then tap under Back up to.
3. Select what you want to back up. If there's not enough space on your external storage, you may need to deselect some items, but you can
come back later to transfer anything that won't fit.
4. You can choose between Everything; Just accounts, calls, contacts, and messages; or Custom. Tap . If a popup message appears,
select the appropriate option.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions. They will be very different depending on what option you chose. When it's complete, tap , and
then remove the external storage device.
6. Next, insert the external storage into the new Galaxy phone, and then launch .
7. Tap the icon, and then tap . Select what you want to restore, and then tap again.
Transfer Next Next Done
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transfer your music files
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8. When it's complete, tap , and then tap .You can repeat this process as many times as needed.
If you connect your device to an external hard drive via an OTG cable, you can use file explorer apps (such as My Files) to copy data from
the device to the external hard drive. External hard drives must be formatted as FAT or exFAT to be recognized by Galaxy devices. Some external
hard drive devices require an external power supply.
Copy your data from a Windows phone
1. On the new Galaxy phone, open , search for Smart Switch, and then tap . Tap
again.
Alternatively, you can navigate to the Samsung folder on the Apps screen, and open from there.
2. On the new Galaxy phone, tap , and then tap
3. Next, you will see the steps to download the Smart Switch software onto your old device. Follow the on-screen prompts to continue.
If your Location service is not enabled, you will be prompted to turn it on.
4. Once you've installed and opened Smart Switch, tap on the old phone, and then select the network.
5. Enter the password shown on your new Galaxy phone. Your data will now be transferred.
Next Done
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device
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Get ready to start using your Galaxy phone
Getting a new phone can be very exciting but also overwhelming and confusing. This guide is designed to teach you the basics of using a Galaxy
device, such as turning on the phone or making calls. We also cover navigation and keyboard settings, so you’ll become an expert quickly.
Turn on your device
Do not use the device if the body is cracked or broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
You can use the Side key (which also acts as a Power key) to turn your device on.
• Press and hold the key to turn the device on.
• To turn the device off, press and hold the and keys at the same time, and tap . Tap again to
confirm.
• To restart your device, press and hold the and keys at the same time, and tap . Tap again to confirm.
To learn more about powering off your device, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel, and then tap the
icon. Tap , then tap , and then tap .
Set up voicemail
You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time.
1. Open the app, and then touch and hold the key or tap .
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your name.
The options vary by carrier, but you can usually access your voicemail through the Phone app.
Lock or unlock your device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern,
PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks. By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out.
1. From , tap , tap , and then select a screen lock type (Pattern, PIN, or Password).
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the screen lock.
3. After you’ve set the lock, tap , and tap the to enable notifications on the Lock screen. The following options are
available for customization:
Show only notification icons with no details on the Lock screen.
Turn on your phone
Important:
Side
Side Volume down Power off Power off
Side Volume down Restart Restart
Settings Advanced features Side key How to power off your phone
Phone 1 Voicemail
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Settings Lock screen Screen lock type
Notifications switch
Icons only:

Show only notification icons with no details on the Lock screen.
Display notification details on the Lock screen.
Adjust the desired transparency for notifications by using the slider.
Do not show notifications in the Notification panel.
Choose which notifications to show on the Lock screen.
Display notifications on the Always on Display screen.
4. Once you’ve adjusted the notification settings, return to the Lock screen settings page to configure the following screen lock options:
Unlock your device automatically when trusted locations or other devices have been detected. A secure screen lock is
required for this feature.
Customize your secure lock settings. A secure screen lock is required for this feature.
Enable the Always On Display screen.
For more information on adjusting Lock screen settings, please see .
Use the Phone app
The Phone app allows you to make and answer calls from the Home screen, Recents tab, Contacts and more.Contact your carrier for more
information. The actual appearance of the Phone app screen varies by carrier.
• From the app, enter a number on the keypad and tap . Tap the tab if the keypad is not displayed.
• From the app, tap to display a list of recent calls. Select a contact, and then tap .
• From the tab in the app, select a contact, and then tap . You can also do this from the
Contacts app.
When a call is received, the phone rings and the caller’s phone number or name will display. If you are using an app when a call comes in, a pop-
up screen will display. You can easily answer or decline an incoming call using the provided options on the call screen or pop-up menu.
• On the incoming call screen, drag or tap the icon to answer the call.
• On the incoming call screen, drag or tap to reject the call and send it to your voicemail.
• You can choose to decline an incoming call with a text message response. On the incoming call screen,
drag upward and select a message, such as “I can’t talk right now.”
• Tap when you are ready to hang up.
You can adjust the call volume, switch to a headset or speaker, and even multitask while on a call.
• Press the keys to increase or decrease the volume.
• Listen to the call using the speaker or through a Bluetoothheadset (not included). Tap the icon to
hear the caller using the speaker or tap the icon to hear the caller using a connected Bluetooth headset.
• If you exit the call screen to use another app, your active call is indicated in the Status bar.
Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and tap the call.
Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel, and then tap .
• Tap (the three vertical dots) and then tap . When you're ready to resume the call, just tap
Icons only:
Details:
Transparency:
Hide content:
Notifications to show:
Show on Always On Display:
Smart Lock:
Secure lock settings:
Always On Display:
our guide
Make a call
Using the keypad: Phone Call Keypad
Make a call from Recents: Phone Recents Call
Make a call from Contacts: Contacts Phone Call
Answer, decline, or end a call
Answer a call: Answer
Decline a call: Decline
Decline a call with a message:
Send message
End a conversation: End call
Actions while you’re on a call
Adjust volume: Volume
Switch to headset or speaker: Speaker
Bluetooth
Multitask:
To return to the call screen:
To end a call while multitasking: End call
Place a call on hold: More options Hold call