Samsung Galaxy J3 6 User manual

User Guide
[UG template version 15b]
[Sprint-Samsung-J320P-UM-EN-032216-FINAL]

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................1
About the User Guide............................................................................................................................1
Get Support from Sprint Zone...............................................................................................................1
Get Started....................................................................................................................................................3
Parts and Functions..............................................................................................................................3
Set Up Your Phone...............................................................................................................................5
Turn Your Phone On and Off................................................................................................................6
Use the Touchscreen............................................................................................................................8
Activate Your Phone ...........................................................................................................................12
Complete the Setup Screens..............................................................................................................12
Basic Operations.........................................................................................................................................15
Basics..................................................................................................................................................15
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ................................................................................15
Phone Settings Menu..................................................................................................................16
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation................................................................................16
Capture Screenshots ..................................................................................................................17
Applications.........................................................................................................................................17
Launch Applications....................................................................................................................17
Apps List .....................................................................................................................................18
Phone Number....................................................................................................................................21
Airplane Mode.....................................................................................................................................22
Enter Text............................................................................................................................................24
Samsung Keyboard ....................................................................................................................24
Google Voice Typing...................................................................................................................25
Tips for Editing Text....................................................................................................................26
Google Account...................................................................................................................................26
Create a Google Account............................................................................................................26
Sign In to Your Google Account..................................................................................................33
Google Play Store...............................................................................................................................37
Find and Install an App...............................................................................................................38
Request a Refund for a Paid App...............................................................................................39
Update an App............................................................................................................................39

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Uninstall an App..........................................................................................................................41
Get Help with Google Play..........................................................................................................42
Lock and Unlock Your Screen ............................................................................................................43
Update Your Phone.............................................................................................................................45
Update Your Phone Software.....................................................................................................45
Update Your Profile.....................................................................................................................47
Update Your PRL........................................................................................................................48
Your Phone Interface..................................................................................................................................50
Home Screen Basics...........................................................................................................................50
Home Screen Layout..................................................................................................................50
Extended Home Screens............................................................................................................51
Status Bar and Notification Panel.......................................................................................................52
Status Bar ...................................................................................................................................52
Notification Panel........................................................................................................................55
Customize the Home Screen..............................................................................................................57
Change the Wallpaper................................................................................................................58
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen ............................................................................................59
Add Widgets to the Home Screen ..............................................................................................59
Add Folders to the Home Screen................................................................................................60
Phone App...................................................................................................................................................62
Place and Answer Calls......................................................................................................................62
Call Using the Phone Dialer........................................................................................................62
Call Emergency Numbers...........................................................................................................64
Answer Phone Calls....................................................................................................................65
In-Call Screen Layout and Options.............................................................................................68
Place a Call from Contacts .........................................................................................................69
Call from Call Logs......................................................................................................................71
Optional Services................................................................................................................................73
Voicemail Setup..........................................................................................................................74
Visual Voicemail..........................................................................................................................74
Set Up Visual Voicemail..............................................................................................................75
Review Visual Voicemail.............................................................................................................76
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages.......................................................................................77
Visual Voicemail Options............................................................................................................78
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings...........................................................................................79

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Caller ID Blocking .......................................................................................................................82
Call Waiting.................................................................................................................................82
Conference Calling .....................................................................................................................83
Call Forwarding...........................................................................................................................85
Phone Settings............................................................................................................................86
Contacts......................................................................................................................................................91
Contacts Screen Layout......................................................................................................................91
Add a Contact .....................................................................................................................................92
View Contacts.....................................................................................................................................96
Edit a Contact......................................................................................................................................97
Delete a Contact .................................................................................................................................99
Share a Contact ................................................................................................................................100
Import Contacts.................................................................................................................................101
Back Up Contacts .............................................................................................................................103
Contacts Settings..............................................................................................................................104
Messaging and Internet.............................................................................................................................106
Text and Multimedia Messaging .......................................................................................................106
Send a Text Message...............................................................................................................106
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).........................................................................................107
Save and Resume a Draft Message.........................................................................................110
New Messages Notification.......................................................................................................111
Manage Message Conversations .............................................................................................111
Messages Settings....................................................................................................................114
Gmail.................................................................................................................................................116
Create and Send a Gmail Message..........................................................................................116
Check Received Gmail Messages............................................................................................118
Use Gmail Labels......................................................................................................................120
Archive Gmail Threads .............................................................................................................121
Mute Gmail Threads .................................................................................................................122
Delete Gmail Threads...............................................................................................................123
Search Gmail Messages...........................................................................................................124
Report Spam Gmail ..................................................................................................................125
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ......................................................................................126
Switching Between Gmail Accounts .........................................................................................128
Gmail Settings...........................................................................................................................130

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Email .................................................................................................................................................131
Set Up an Email Account..........................................................................................................131
Add an Email Account...............................................................................................................132
Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account.....................................................................................135
Compose and Send Email........................................................................................................137
Open Email Messages..............................................................................................................139
Delete an Email Account...........................................................................................................141
Manage Your Email Inbox.........................................................................................................143
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features......................................................................................144
Email Settings...........................................................................................................................146
Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks)......................................................149
4G LTE......................................................................................................................................150
Your User Name.......................................................................................................................150
Data Connection Status and Indicators ....................................................................................152
Browser.............................................................................................................................................152
Use the Browser .......................................................................................................................152
Add a Bookmark .......................................................................................................................153
View Browser History................................................................................................................155
Open New Browser Tab............................................................................................................156
Browser Settings.......................................................................................................................158
Chrome Browser...............................................................................................................................159
Global Services.........................................................................................................................................161
Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account........................................................................161
Your Phone’s SIM Card for International GSM Roaming .................................................................161
Enable Global Roaming Mode..........................................................................................................162
Set the Communications Method for Global Use..............................................................................162
Select a Carrier .................................................................................................................................163
Make and Receive Worldwide Calls .................................................................................................163
Sprint International Voicemail Service..............................................................................................164
Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use..................................................164
Access Your Voicemail Internationally......................................................................................164
International Data Roaming ..............................................................................................................165
Access Email and Data Services Internationally ......................................................................165
Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service..................................................................166
Camera and Video ....................................................................................................................................168

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Camera Overview .............................................................................................................................168
Take Pictures and Record Videos ....................................................................................................169
Take a Picture...........................................................................................................................169
Record Videos ..........................................................................................................................170
Shooting Modes........................................................................................................................171
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery...........................................................................................172
Edit Pictures......................................................................................................................................176
Rotate a Picture ........................................................................................................................176
Crop a Picture...........................................................................................................................177
Photo Editor ..............................................................................................................................179
Collage......................................................................................................................................180
Share Pictures and Videos ...............................................................................................................182
Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail..............................................................................183
Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message.....................................................................184
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth.................................................................................186
Share Videos on YouTube........................................................................................................187
Camera Options and Settings...........................................................................................................188
Switch Cameras........................................................................................................................188
Set Camera Options .................................................................................................................189
Apps and Features....................................................................................................................................191
Calculator..........................................................................................................................................191
Calendar............................................................................................................................................192
Add an Event to the Calendar...................................................................................................193
View Calendar Events...............................................................................................................195
Share Calendar Events.............................................................................................................196
Sync Calendars.........................................................................................................................198
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar......................................................................200
Calendar Settings .....................................................................................................................200
CallWatch..........................................................................................................................................202
Clock .................................................................................................................................................202
Set Alarms.................................................................................................................................204
World Clock...............................................................................................................................205
Stopwatch .................................................................................................................................206
Timer.........................................................................................................................................207
Drive..................................................................................................................................................207

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Facebook ..........................................................................................................................................207
Galaxy Apps......................................................................................................................................208
Gallery...............................................................................................................................................208
Google Hangouts..............................................................................................................................209
Google Maps.....................................................................................................................................211
Google Play Movies & TV.................................................................................................................213
Google Play Music............................................................................................................................214
Google Search..................................................................................................................................216
Use Google Search...................................................................................................................217
Use Google Voice Search.........................................................................................................218
Memo ................................................................................................................................................218
Messaging Plus.................................................................................................................................219
Messenger ........................................................................................................................................220
Microsoft Excel..................................................................................................................................220
Microsoft OneDrive ...........................................................................................................................220
Microsoft OneNote............................................................................................................................220
Microsoft PowerPoint........................................................................................................................221
Microsoft Word..................................................................................................................................221
My Files.............................................................................................................................................221
NextRadio .........................................................................................................................................222
Samsung Milk Music.........................................................................................................................222
Sprint Zone........................................................................................................................................222
Uber ..................................................................................................................................................223
Video.................................................................................................................................................223
Voice Recorder .................................................................................................................................224
YouTube............................................................................................................................................226
Connectivity...............................................................................................................................................227
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer......................................................................227
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................................228
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network..................................................................229
Wi-Fi Settings............................................................................................................................230
Disconnect Wi-Fi.......................................................................................................................232
Wi-Fi Direct ...............................................................................................................................233
Bluetooth...........................................................................................................................................235
Bluetooth Information................................................................................................................235

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Enable Bluetooth.......................................................................................................................235
Pair Bluetooth Devices..............................................................................................................237
Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device......................................................................................239
Share Information Using Bluetooth...........................................................................................240
Receiving Data Using Bluetooth...............................................................................................242
Settings .....................................................................................................................................................244
Basic Settings ...................................................................................................................................244
Wi-Fi Settings Menu..........................................................................................................................247
Bluetooth Settings.............................................................................................................................250
Hotspot Settings................................................................................................................................251
Airplane Mode...................................................................................................................................255
Data Usage Settings.........................................................................................................................256
Mobile Networks Settings .................................................................................................................258
More Connection Settings.................................................................................................................259
Tethering Settings.....................................................................................................................259
Printing......................................................................................................................................261
Virtual Private Networks (VPN).................................................................................................264
Default Messaging App Settings...............................................................................................270
Sounds and Notifications Settings....................................................................................................271
Sound Mode..............................................................................................................................272
Volume......................................................................................................................................273
Ringtones and Sounds..............................................................................................................274
Vibrations..................................................................................................................................276
Sound Quality and Effects ........................................................................................................277
Notifications...............................................................................................................................278
Display Settings ................................................................................................................................279
Motions and Gestures.......................................................................................................................281
Applications Settings.........................................................................................................................281
Application Manager .................................................................................................................281
Default Applications ..................................................................................................................283
Wallpaper..........................................................................................................................................284
Themes .............................................................................................................................................285
Lock Screen and Security Settings...................................................................................................286
Lock Screen and Security Overview.........................................................................................286
Screen Lock..............................................................................................................................287

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Disable the Screen Lock...........................................................................................................295
Device Security.........................................................................................................................296
Privacy ..............................................................................................................................................298
Location Settings ......................................................................................................................299
Report Diagnostic Info ..............................................................................................................302
Easy Mode ........................................................................................................................................303
Accessibility Settings.........................................................................................................................306
Vision Accessibility Settings......................................................................................................307
Hearing Accessibility Settings...................................................................................................309
Dexterity and Interaction Settings.............................................................................................310
Configure Other Accessibility Settings......................................................................................312
Add Accounts....................................................................................................................................313
Backup and Reset.............................................................................................................................315
Factory Data Reset...................................................................................................................317
Language and Input Settings............................................................................................................320
Battery Settings.................................................................................................................................323
Power Saving Mode..................................................................................................................324
Ultra Power Saving Mode .........................................................................................................326
Storage Settings................................................................................................................................327
microSD Card............................................................................................................................328
Date and Time Settings ....................................................................................................................330
Activate This Device..........................................................................................................................331
System Update..................................................................................................................................332
About Device.....................................................................................................................................333
For Assistance ..........................................................................................................................................336
Sprint Account Information and Help................................................................................................336
Sprint Account Passwords........................................................................................................336
Manage Your Account ..............................................................................................................336
Sprint Support Services............................................................................................................337
Copyright Information........................................................................................................................337
Intellectual Property..................................................................................................................338
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability........................................................................338
Samsung KNOX........................................................................................................................339
Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc. ...............................................................................339
Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? .................................................339

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Legal Information ..............................................................................................................................339
Index..........................................................................................................................................................341

Introduction 1
Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone.
About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing your new Samsung Galaxy®J3 (2016). The following topics explain how best to
use this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your phone
thoroughly for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.
Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone's setup at the time of purchase. Unless
otherwise noted, instructions begin from the phone's home screen, which is displayed by pressing the
Home key. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots in the user guide may appear differently on your phone. Key labels in the user guide are
simplified for description purposes and may differ from your phone's display.
Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as “phone,” “device,” or “handset.”
Get Support from Sprint Zone
In addition to your phone's built-in Help menu, you can also access support for your phone and service
through the preloaded Sprint Zone app.

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1. From home, tap Apps > Sprint Zone .
2. From the Sprint Zone main page, tap Support.
3. Tap a topic to view its contents.

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Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service the
first time.
Parts and Functions
These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions.
Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.
Front View
Part
Description
Earpiece
Listen to calls and automated prompts when using the phone.
Proximity sensors
Detect when objects are close to the screen. For example, when you
hold the phone to your ear while on a phone call, the sensors
temporarily lock the screen to prevent accidental screen touches.
Front camera
Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows
you to video conference.

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Part
Description
Power/Lock key
Turn the phone or screen on or off, enable Airplane mode, or Restart
the phone.
Back key
Return you to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the notification panel, or the keyboard.
Home key
Returns you to the home screen.
Recent Apps key
Access recently used apps.
Touchscreen
Display information needed to operate your phone, such as the call
status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides one-tap
access to all of your features and applications.
Volume key
Adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice volume during
a call.
Rear View
Part
Description
Microphone
Transmit your voice for phone calls or record your voice or ambient
sounds for voice recordings and videos. There are two microphones,
one on the top and one on the bottom.

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Part
Description
Headset jack
Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
Speaker
Play ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s
voice in speakerphone mode.
Rear camera
Take pictures and videos.
USB charger/accessory port
Connect the phone to the charger using a USB cable.
Flash
Help illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is
focusing and capturing a picture or video.
Caution! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
Set Up Your Phone
You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
1. Install the battery.
Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover off the phone.
Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the
phone, and gently press the battery into place.
Insert an optional SD card, see microSD card for more information.
Replace the back cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and that there are no gaps
around the cover.
Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
2. Plug the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of the phone.

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3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charging head, and then plug the charging head into
an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Fully charging a battery may take several hours.
Note: Your phone’s battery should have enough charge to turn the phone on and find a signal, run the
setup application, set up voicemail, and make a call. You should fully charge the battery as soon as
possible.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries approved by Samsung™. Samsung accessories are
designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty
and may cause damage.
Caution: Failure to unplug the wall charger before you remove the battery may cause damage to the
device.
4. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to turn the phone on.
If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for network service, and begin the setup
application.
5. If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.
Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.

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Turn Your Phone On
■Press and hold the Power/Lock key.
Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.
See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Screen Lock for information about using the screen
lock.
The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the
Setup Screens for details.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activation and Service for more information.
Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the phone options menu.

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2. Tap Power off > Power off to turn the phone off.
Your phone will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).
Tip: If your device is not responding, press and hold both the Power/Lock key and Volume down key
simultaneously for more than seven seconds to restart the device.
Use the Touchscreen
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
Tap or Touch
When you want to type using the keyboard, select items such as application and settings icons, or press
buttons, simply tap or touch them with your finger.
Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold
the item.

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Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Drag
To drag, press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While
dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.

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Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to move your finger in light, quick strokes.
This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger
keyboard. See Enter Text for more details.