Samsung Galaxy J7 User manual

SAMSUNG
GalaxyJ7
User manual

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Features 1
Meet Bixby 1
Camera 1
Security 1
Expandable storage 1
Night mode 1
Getting started 2
Front view 3
Back view 4
Assemble your device 5
Charge the battery 6
Start using your device 6
Use the Setup Wizard 6
Transfer data from an old device 7
Lock or unlock your device 8
Accounts 9
Set up voicemail 10
Navigation 11
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Customize your home screen 16
Bixby 23
Digital wellbeing 24
Flexible security 24
Multi window 26
Enter text 27
Emergency mode 30
Apps 32
Using apps 33
Uninstall or disable apps 33
Search for apps 33
Sort apps 33
Create and use folders 34
App settings 34
Samsung apps 36
Galaxy Essentials 36
Galaxy Store 36
Galaxy Wearable 36
Samsung Members 36

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Samsung Notes 37
SmartThings 39
Calculator 40
Calendar 41
Camera 43
Contacts 47
Clock 52
Email 57
Gallery 60
Internet 64
Messages 67
My Files 69
Phone 71
Google apps 79
Chrome 79
Drive 79
Duo 79
Gmail 79
Google 79

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Maps 80
Photos 80
Play Movies &TV 80
Play Music 80
Play Store 80
YouTube 80
Carrier apps 81
Call Protect 81
AT&T ProTech 81
AT&T Smart Wi-Fi 81
Device Help 81
DIRECTV 81
DriveMode 81
Mobile Security 81
myAT&T 82
Setup &Transfer 82
Visual Voicemail 82
Additional apps 83
Amazon Shopping 83

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Facebook 83
Settings 84
Access Settings 85
Search for Settings 85
Connections 85
Wi-Fi 85
Bluetooth 87
Phone visibility 88
Airplane mode 89
Mobile networks 89
Data usage 89
Mobile hotspot 91
Tethering 93
Nearby device scanning 93
Connect to aprinter 93
Virtual Private Networks 94
Private DNS 94
Sounds and vibration 95
Sound mode 95

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Vibrations 96
Volume 96
Ringtone 97
Notification sounds 97
System sounds and vibration 97
Dolby Atmos 98
Equalizer 98
Headset audio options 98
Adapt sound 98
Separate app sound 99
Notifications 99
Manage notifications 99
Customize app notifications 100
Smart alert 100
Display 100
Screen brightness 100
Blue light filter 101
Night mode 101
Screen mode 101

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Font size and style 102
Screen zoom 102
Screen timeout 102
Accidental touch protection 102
Screen saver 103
Reduce animations 103
One-handed mode 103
Device maintenance 104
Quick optimization 104
Battery 104
Storage 105
Memory 106
Language and input 106
Date and time 109
Troubleshooting 109
Lock screen and security 112
Screen lock types 112
Google Play Protect 113
Find My Mobile 114

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Security update 114
Install unknown apps 115
Secure Folder 115
Secure startup 115
Encrypt SD card 115
Factory data reset password 116
Set up SIM card lock 116
View passwords 116
Security update service 116
Device administration 117
Credential storage 117
Advanced security settings 117
Location 118
App permissions 119
Permission usage monitor 119
Send diagnostic data 119
Accounts 120
Samsung Cloud 120
Add an account 120

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Account settings 120
Remove an account 121
Backup and restore 121
Google settings 122
Accessibility 122
Screen Reader 122
Visibility enhancements 123
Hearing enhancements 124
Interaction and dexterity 125
Advanced settings 127
Installed services 127
Other settings 128
Help 128
Manage game features 128
Dual Messenger 128
About phone 128
Learn more 129
Videos 129
Smart Simulator 129

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Tips 129
Samsung Care 129
Talk to an agent 129
Legal information 130
Intellectual property 131
Open source software 131
Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of liability 132
Modification of software 132
Notice from AT&T 133
Samsung Knox 134
Restricting children’s access to your mobile device 134
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 134

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Features
Meet Bixby
Bixby learns what you like to do and works with your favorite apps and
services to help you get more done. See Bixby on page 23.
Camera
The camera on your device has several unique features. See Camera on
page 43.
Security
Use your face to unlock your device. For more information, see Flexible security
on page 24.
Expandable storage
Expand storage with asupported microSD™card. See Memory card on page 105.
Night mode
Use adarker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night. See Night mode on
page 101.

Getting started
Front view
Back view
Assemble your device
Start using your device
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Getting started
Front view
Front camera
Power key
Volume keys
USB charger/
Accessory port
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Getting started
Back view
Flash
Rear camera
Microphone
Headset jack Microphone
SIM/microSD
card tray
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Assemble your device
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.
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.
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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Getting started
Charge the battery
Your device is powered by arechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB
cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from apower outlet.
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.
TIP 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
Use the Power key to turn your device on or off. 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 Power key.
•To turn the device off, press and hold the Power key, and tap Power off.
Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Power key, and tap Restart.
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.

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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 on page 112.
Power key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then swipe
the screen to unlock it.
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Getting started
Accounts
Set up and manage your email accounts, your Google™Account, and Samsung account.
TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See
your carrier for more information.
Add aGoogle 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.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Google.
NOTE When you sign in to aGoogle Account, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is
activated. FRP requires your Google Account information when resetting to
factory settings. For more information, see Factory reset protection on page 111.
Add aSamsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Samsung account.
TIP To quickly access your Samsung account, from Settings tap Samsung
account.
Add an email account
Sign in to one or more of your email accounts to view and manage email messages.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Email.