Samsung Galaxy A51 User manual

SAMSUNG
Galaxy A51 I A715G
User manual

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Contents
Features
Mobile continuity |Bixby |Biometric security |Dark mode
Getting started
Device layout: Galaxy A51 5G |Galaxy A71 5G
Set up your device: Charge the battery
Start using your device: Turn on your device |Use the Setup Wizard |Transfer data from
an old device |Lockor unlock your device |Sidekey settings |Accounts |Set up voicemail |
Navigation |Navigation bar |Customize your home screen |Samsung Daily |Bixby|Digital
wellbeing and parental controls |Always On Display |Biometric security |Mobile
continuity |Multi window |Edgescreen |Enter text |Emergency mode
Customize your home screen: App icons |Wallpaper |Themes |Icons |Widgets |Home
screen settings |Easy mode |Status bar |Notification panel
Camera and Gallery
Camera: Navigate the camera screen |Configure shooting mode |Live focus |Scene
optimizer |Record videos |Super Slow-mo |Super steady |Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures |Editpictures |Playvideo |Editvideo |Share pictures and videos |
Delete pictures and videos |Group similar images |Create amovie |Takeascreenshot |
Screen recorder
Mobile continuity
Link to Windows |Call and text on other devices
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Samsung apps
Galaxy Essentials |AR Zone |Bixby |Galaxy Store |Galaxy Wearable |Game Launcher |
Samsung Global Goals |Samsung Members |SmartThings |Tips |Calculator |Calendar|
Clock |Contacts |Internet |Messages |My Files |Phone |Samsung Health |Samsung
Notes |Samsung Pay
Google apps
Chrome |Drive |Duo |Gmail |Google |Maps |Photos |Play Movies &TV |Play Store |
YouTube |YT Music
Microsoft apps
Outlook |LinkedIn |Office |OneDrive
Settings
Connections:Wi-Fi |Bluetooth |NFC and payment |Airplane mode |Data usage |Mobile
hotspot |Tethering |Nearby device scanning |Connect to aprinter |Virtual Private
Networks |Private DNS |Ethernet
Customization:Display |Notifications |Soundsand vibration
Security:Lock screen and security |Face recognition |Fingerprint scanner
Accounts:Samsung Cloud |Add anaccount |Account settings |Remove an account |
Backup and restore |Google settings
Backup:Samsung account |Google Account |External storage transfer
Accessibility:Screen Reader |Visibility enhancements |Hearingenhancements |
Interaction and dexterity |Advanced settings |Installed services |AboutAccessibility
Other:Tips and help |Dual Messenger |Aboutphone
Learn more
Legal information

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Getting started
Galaxy A51 5G
Galaxy A71 5G
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy A51 5G
Front camera
Headphone jack
Volume keys
USB charger/Accessory port
Flash
Rear cameras
Side key
Speaker
SIM/microSD
card tray
Microphone
Microphone
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Galaxy A71 5G
Front camera
Headphone jack
Volume keys
USB charger/Accessory port
Rear cameras
Side key
Flash
Speaker
SIM/microSD
card tray
Microphone
Microphone
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Set up your device
Charge the battery
Your device uses anano-SIM card. ASIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able
to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for more details.
Charge your device
Before turning on your
device, charge it fully.
Install SIM/microSD cards
Place the SIM card and
optional microSD card
(sold separately) into
the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable) that are approved
by Samsung. Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your
device to maximize battery life. Using other charging devices and batteries may
void your warranty and may cause damage.

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Charge the battery
Your device is powered by arechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB
Type-C cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from apower
outlet.
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 |Transfer data from an old device |Lock or
unlock your device |Side key settings |Accounts |Set upvoicemail |Navigation |
Navigation bar |Customize your home screen |Samsung Daily |Bixby |Digital wellbeing
and parental controls |Always On Display |Biometric security |Mobile continuity |Multi
window |Edge screen |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, open the Notification panel, and tap Power >
Power off.Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, open the Notification panel, and tap Power >
Restart.Confirm when prompted.
TIPYou can also turn your device off by pressing the Side and Volume down keys
at the same time. To learn more about powering off your device from Settings,
tap Advanced features >Side key >How to power off your phone.

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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 acase 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 adefault language, connect to aWi-Fi®network, set up
accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
Transfer data from an old device
Use 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/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Smart Switch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.

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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
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then swipe
the screen to unlock it.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.