Samsung G955 User manual

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Table of contents
Special features 1Navigation bar 19
Hi Bixby 2Home screen 21
Flexible security 2Customize your Home screen 22
Water and dust resistance 3Status bar 28
Getting started 4Notification panel 30
Front view 5Edge screen 33
Back view 7Bixby 39
Set up your device 8Always On Display 41
Assemble your device 9Face recognition 42
Start using your device 12 Iris scanner 43
Learn about your device 16 Fingerprint scanner 45
Navigation 17 Multi window 47
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Emergency mode
Apps
Use apps
Calculator
Calendar
Camera and video
Clock
Contacts
Email
Gallery
Google Apps
Internet
Message+
Messages
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My Files 105
Phone 107
Samsung Gear 119
Samsung Notes 120
Samsung Pay 122
Samsung Connect 124
Verizon Apps 125
Additional apps 127
Settings 128
Access Settings 129
Search for Settings 129
Connections 130
Wi-Fi 131
Bluetooth 134
Phone visibility 136
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Data usage
Airplane mode
NFC and payment
Mobile hotspot
Tethering
Mobile networks
Location
Nearby device scanning
Connect to aprinter
MirrorLink
Download booster
Virtual Private Networks
Ethernet
Sounds and vibration
Sound mode
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Vibrations 151
Volume 151
Ringtone 152
Notification sounds 152
Do not disturb 153
System sounds 153
Key-tap feedback 154
Sound quality and effects 154
Separate app sound 155
Notifications 156
Manage notifications 157
Smart alert 157
Display 158
Screen off settings 159
Screen brightness 159
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Blue light filter
Font and screen zoom
Screen quality
Full screen apps
LED indicator
Smart stay
One-handed mode
Device maintenance
Quick optimization
Battery
Performance mode
Storage
Memory
Language and input
Date and time
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Report diagnostic information 172
Reset 173
Factory data reset 174
Auto restart 176
System updates 176
Lock screen and security 177
Screen lock types 178
Biometric locks 179
Lock screen and AOD settings 179
Google Play Protect 180
Find My Device 180
Security update 180
Samsung Pass 181
Secure Folder 181
App permission monitor 182
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Secure startup 182 Dexterity and interaction 194
Encrypt SD card
Set up SIM card lock
View passwords
Security update service
Device administration
Credential storage
Advanced security settings
Accounts
Add an account
Backup and restore
Google settings
Accessibility
Vision
Hearing
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More accessibility settings 195
Accessibility services 195
Other settings 196
Help 197
Manage game features 197
Phone assistance app 197
Dual messenger 198
About phone 198
Getting help 199
Videos 199
Smart Simulator 199
Tips and Tricks 199
Samsung Care 199
Legal 200
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Special features
Learn about your mobile device’s
special features.

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Hi Bixby Fingerprint scanner
Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help
you understand your settings and set up your Samsung
device.
For more information, see “Bixby” on page 39.
Flexible security
Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device.
Face recognition
Configure facial recognition security to add an extra
layer of security when using your device.
For more information, see “Face recognition” on
page 42.
Use your fingerprint as an alternative to entering
passwords in certain apps. You can also use your
fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to
your Samsung account.
For more information, see “Fingerprint scanner” on
page 45.
Iris scanner
Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering
passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes
to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung
account.
For more information, see “Iris scanner” on page 43.
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Water and dust
resistance
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection
rating system.
For more information, see “Maintaining water and dust
resistance” on page 205.
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