Samsung Galaxy A23 5G User manual

User manual

Contents
Features
Biometric security| Dark mode
Getting started
Device layout: Galaxy A23 5G
Set up your device: Charge the battery
Start using your device: Turn on your device| Use the Setup Wizard| Bring data from
an old device| Lock or unlock your device| Side key settings| Accounts| Set up
voicemail| Navigation| Navigation bar| Customize your home screen| Digital
wellbeing and parental controls| Biometric security| Mobile continuity| Multi window|
Edge panels| Enter text| Emergency mode
Customize your home screen: App icons| Wallpaper| Themes| Icons| Widgets| Home
screen settings| Easy mode| Status bar| Notification panel | Quick settings
Camera and Gallery
Camera: Navigate the camera screen| Configure shooting mode| AR Zone| Record
videos| Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures| Edit pictures| Play video| Edit video| Share pictures and
videos| Delete pictures and videos| Group similar images | Take a screenshot
Samsung apps
ARZone| Galaxy Store| Game Launcher| Samsung Free| Samsung Global Goals|
Samsung Members| SmartThings| Calculator| Calendar| Clock| Contacts|
Internet| Messages| MyFiles| Phone| Samsung Health| Samsung Notes| Samsung
Pay
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Google apps
Chrome| Drive| Duo| Gmail| Google| GPay| Google TV| Maps| Messages | Photos|
Play Store| YouTube| YT Music
Microsoft apps
Outlook| Office | OneDrive
Settings
Connections: Wi-Fi| Bluetooth| NFC and payment| Airplane mode| Mobile networks|
Data usage| Mobile hotspot| Tethering| Nearby device scanning| Connect to a
printer| Virtual Private Networks| Private DNS| Ethernet
Customization: Display| Notifications| Sounds and vibration
Security: Lock screen and security| Face recognition| Fingerprint scanner
Accounts: Add an account| Account settings| Remove an account| Backup and
restore| Google settings
Backup: Samsung account| Google Account| External storage transfer
Accessibility: Recommended for you | TalkBack| Visibility enhancements | Hearing
enhancements| Interaction and dexterity| Advanced settings| Installed apps | About
Accessibility| Contact us
Other: User manual | Android Auto| Dual Messenger | Medical info| Quick Share| Labs |
About phone
Learn more
Legal information
Contents
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Getting started
Galaxy A23 5G
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy A23 5G
Rear camera
USB charger
Flash
Headset jack
Front camera
Volume keys
Side key/
Fingerprint
scanner
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Set up your device
Charge the battery
Your device uses a nano-SIM card. A SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able
to use your previous SIM card. Network indicators for 5G service are based on your
carrier’s specifications and network availability. Contact your carrier for more
details.
Install SIM/microSD card
Place the SIM card and
optional microSD™card
(sold separately) into
the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
Charge your device
Before turning on your
device, charge it fully.
SIM
microSD
100%
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
NOTEWall charger sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and
cables. To avoid injury or damage to your device, do not use incompatible, worn
or damaged batteries, chargers or cables. Using other charging devices and
batteries may not be covered under warranty and may cause damage. For
more information on your device, including charging compatibility, please visit
samsung.com.
TIPWhile charging, the device and the charger may become hot and stop
charging. Thisusually does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is
in the device’s normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the
device and wait for the device to cool down. Formore information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.
Start using your device
Turn on your device| Use the Setup Wizard| Bring data from an old device| Lock or
unlock your device| Side key settings| Accounts| Set up voicemail| Navigation|
Navigation bar| Customize your home screen| Digital wellbeing and parental
controls| Biometric security| Mobile continuity| Multi window| Edge panels| Enter
text| Emergency mode
Turn on your device
Use the Side key to turn your device on. Do not use the device if the body is cracked
or broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
◌Press and hold the Side key to turn the device on.

•To turn the device off, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the
same time, and tap Power off. Confirm when prompted.

•To restart your device, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the
same time, and tap Restart. Confirm when prompted.
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NOTEBest 5G performance requires optimal 5G connection and unobstructed
antennas (rear of device); see carrier for network availability; 5G performance
may be impacted by a case or cover.
Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard guides you through the basics
of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up
accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
Bring data from an old device
Download Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages,
notes, calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your
data via USBcable, Wi-Fi, or computer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Bring data from old device.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
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Lock or unlock your device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device
locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen
locks, see Lock screen and security.
Side key/Fingerprint
scanner
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then
swipe the screen to
unlock it.
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Side key settings
You can customize the shortcuts assigned to the Side key.
Double press
Choose which feature is launched when the Side key is pressed twice.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key.
2. Tap Double press to enable this feature, and tap an option:
lQuick launch camera (default)
lOpen app
Accounts
Set up and manage your accounts.
TIPAccounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features.
Contact your carrier for more information.
Add a Google Account
Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage, apps installed
from your account, and make full use of your device’s Android™ features.
When you sign in to a Google Account and set a Lock screen, Google Device
Protection is activated. This service requires your Google Account information when
resetting to factory settings. For more information, see Google Play Protect.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts.
2. Tap Add account > Google.
Add a Samsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
◌From Settings, tap Samsung account.
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