Samsung Galaxy A54 5G User manual

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USER MANUAL
English. 03/2023. Rev.1.0
SM-A346B/DSN
SM-A346E/N
SM-A346E/DSN
SM-A546B/DS
SM-A546E
SM-A546E/DS

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Table of Contents
Getting started
5 Device layout and functions
10 Charging the battery
13 Nano-SIM card and eSIM
17 microSD card
20 Turning the device on and off
21 Initial setup
22 Samsung account
23 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
26 Understanding the screen
34 Notification panel
36 Screen capture and screen record
37 Entering text
Apps and features
40 Installing or uninstalling apps
41 Phone
44 Contacts
46 Messages
47 Camera
62 Gallery
66 AR Zone
72 Bixby
73 Bixby Vision
74 Multi window (Using multiple apps
at once)
77 Samsung Internet
78 Samsung Wallet
79 Samsung Pay
81 Samsung Health
82 Samsung Notes
83 Samsung Members
83 Samsung Kids
84 Samsung Global Goals
84 Samsung TV Plus
84 Galaxy Shop
84 Galaxy Wearable
85 Calendar
86 Reminder (Receiving notifications
for to-do items)
87 Voice Recorder
88 My Files (Checking and managing
the files)
88 Clock
88 Calculator
89 Game Launcher
90 Game Booster (Configuring your
gaming environment)
91 SmartThings
91 Sharing content
93 Music Share
95 Smart View (Mirroring on a TV
screen)
95 Link to Windows (Using the device
through a computer connection)
97 Google apps

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118 Security and privacy
119 Face recognition
121 Fingerprint recognition
124 Samsung Pass
126 Secure Folder
129 Secure Wi-Fi
130 Location
131 Safety and emergency
131 Accounts and backup
132 Samsung Cloud
133 Google
133 Advanced features
134 Motions and gestures
135 Video call effects
136 Dual Messenger
137 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
137 Battery and device care
137 Optimising your device
138 Battery
138 Storage
138 Memory
138 Device protection
139 Auto optimisation
139 Software update
139 Diagnostics
139 Maintenance mode
139 Ultra data saving
140 Apps
140 General management
141 Accessibility
142 Software update
142 Remote support (Galaxy A34 5G)
143 About phone
Settings
98 Introduction
98 Samsung account
98 Connections
100 Wi-Fi
101 Bluetooth
102 NFC and contactless payments
104 Data saver
104 Mobile data only apps
105 Mobile Hotspot
105 More connection settings
107 Connected devices
108 Modes and Routines
108 Using modes
108 Using routines
109 Sounds and vibration
110 Sound quality and effects
110 Separate app sound
111 Notifications
111 Display
113 Motion smoothness
113 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display colour
114 Wallpaper and style
114 Themes
115 Home screen
115 Lock screen
116 Smart Lock
116 Always On Display (Displaying
information when the screen is
turned off)

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Usage notices
144 Precautions for using the device
146 Notes on package contents and
accessories
147 Maintaining water and dust
resistance
148 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
152 Troubleshooting
157 Removing the battery

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Getting started
Device layout and functions
▶
Galaxy A34 5G:
Speaker
Fingerprint
recognition sensor
Side key
Volume key
Touch screen
Front camera
Light sensor
Headphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
SIM card / microSD
card tray

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Rear camera
Flash
Microphone
Main antenna
Speaker Microphone
NFC antenna
GPS antenna
Airvent hole

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▶
Galaxy A54 5G:
Speaker
Fingerprint
recognition sensor
Side key
Volume key
Touch screen
Front camera
Headphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
SIM card / microSD
card tray
Light sensor
NFC antenna
Rear camera
Main antenna
Microphone
Speaker
GPS antenna
Flash
Airvent hole
Microphone

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When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using
speakerphone, do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is
irreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk
of injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service
Centre or an authorised service centre.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, or if these
parts are covered, the device’s sound may become quiet or certain features may
not work. If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp
object, the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
‒
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
‒
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
‒
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
If the airvent hole is covered by an accessory, such as a protective film or sticker,
unwanted noises may occur during calls or media playback.
•
Do not cover the light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a cover.
Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.

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Hard keys
Key Function
Side key
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to
Using Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to open the app or feature you
set.
Side key +
Volume Down
key
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding
the Side key.
Open
Settings , tap Advanced features
→
Side key , and then select an option you want.
Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time orwhen it has been unused for
extended periods.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger
from the device.
Quick charging
Use a super fast charger or fast charger.
You can check the connection status of the charger by opening
Settings and tapping
Battery and device care
→
Battery .
•
If fast charging does not work, open Settings , tap Battery and device care
→
Battery
→
More battery settings , and then check if the feature you want
is turned on. Also, check if the USB cable and the USB power adapter are
connected properly.
•
You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned
off.