Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User manual

User Guide
[UG template version 15a]
[Sprint-Samsung-SM-G920P-UM-Eng-102915-FINAL]

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Table of Contents
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About the User Guide 1
Access Instructions on Phone 2
Access Help 2
Get Support from Sprint Zone 3
Get Started 4
Parts and Functions 4
Phone Layout 4
Charge the Battery 6
Turn Your Phone On and Off 7
Use the Touchscreen 9
Activate Your Phone 12
Complete the Setup Screens 13
Basic Operations 15
Basics 15
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List 15
Phone Settings Menu 16
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation 17
Capture Screenshots 17
Applications 18
Launch Applications 18
Apps List 19
Phone Number 24
Airplane Mode 26
Enter Text 27
Samsung Keyboard 27
Google Voice Typing 29
Tips for Editing Text 29
Google Account 30
Create a Google Account 30
Sign In to Your Google Account 37
Google Play Store 41

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Request a Refund for a Paid App 43
Update an App 44
Uninstall an App 47
Get Help with Google Play 48
Lock and Unlock Your Screen 49
Update Your Phone 51
Update Your Phone Software 51
Update Your Profile 54
Update Your PRL 55
Your Phone’s Home Screen 56
Home Screen Basics 56
Home Screen Layout 56
Extended Home Screens 58
Status Bar 59
Notification Panel 61
S Finder 64
Quick Connect 65
Customize the Home Screen 66
Change the Wallpaper 66
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen 68
Add Widgets to the Home Screen 69
Add Folders to the Home Screen 70
Phone App 71
Wi-Fi Calling 71
Place and Answer Calls 72
Call Using the Phone Dialer 73
Call Emergency Numbers 74
Answer Phone Calls 75
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations 78
Place Calls from Contacts/Call Logs 80
Place a Call from Contacts 80
Call from Call Logs 82
Optional Services 84
Voicemail Setup 84

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Set Up Visual Voicemail 85
Review Visual Voicemail 87
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages 88
Visual Voicemail Options 89
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings 90
Caller ID Blocking 93
Call Waiting 94
Conference Calling 95
Call Forwarding 97
Call Settings 99
Contacts 101
Add a Contact 101
Check Contacts 106
Contacts Screen Layout 107
Edit a Contact 108
Delete a Contact 109
Share a Contact 111
Profile Sharing 112
Import Contacts 114
Back Up Contacts 115
Messaging and Internet 117
Text and Multimedia Messaging 117
Send a Text Message 117
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) 119
Send an Enhanced Message 121
Save and Resume a Draft Message 126
New Messages Notification 126
Manage Message Conversations 127
Create and Send Gmail 130
Create and Send a Gmail Message 130
Check Received Gmail Messages 132
Open New Gmail Messages 132
Open Gmail Messages 133
Manage Gmail Messages 134

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Archive Gmail Threads 135
Mute Gmail Threads 136
Delete Gmail Threads 137
Search Gmail Messages 138
Report Spam or Phishing Gmail 140
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account 141
Switching Between Gmail Accounts 142
Email 144
Set Up an Email Account 144
Add an Email Account 145
Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account 149
Compose and Send Email 151
Open New Email Messages 153
Open Email Messages 154
Delete an Email Account 155
Manage Your Email Inbox 157
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features 158
Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G Networks) 161
Sprint 4G LTE 161
Your User Name 162
Data Connection Status and Indicators 165
Browser 165
Use the Browser 166
Add a Bookmark 167
View Browser History 168
Open New Browser Tab 170
Browser Settings 171
Chrome Browser 171
Camera and Video 173
Take Pictures and Record Videos 174
Take a Picture 175
Viewfinder Screen 176
Record Videos 177
Shooting Modes 178

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Edit Pictures 183
Share Pictures and Videos 189
Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail 189
Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message 191
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth 192
Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media 194
Share Videos on YouTube 195
Camera Options and Settings 197
Switch Cameras 197
Set Camera Options 197
Useful Apps and Features 200
Sprint Zone 200
Sprint Family Locator 200
Sprint Fun & Games 200
Sprint TV & Movies 200
Calculator 201
Calendar 203
Add an Event to the Calendar 203
View Calendar Events 206
Share Calendar Events 207
Sync Calendars 209
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar 210
Clock 210
Set Alarms 212
World Clock 214
Stopwatch 214
Timer 215
Galaxy Apps 215
Gallery 216
Google Hangouts 217
Google Maps 219
Google Play Books 221
Google Play Games 221
Google Play Movies & TV 221

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Google Play Newsstand 225
Google Search 225
Use Google Search 225
Use Google Voice Search 227
Lookout Security 227
Memo 228
Music 229
My Files 232
OneDrive 233
OneNote 233
Peel Smart Remote 233
S Health 233
S Voice 235
Video 236
Voice Recorder 237
YouTube 239
1Weather 240
Amazon 240
App Spotlight 240
Facebook 240
Instagram 241
Messaging Plus 242
Messenger 242
NASCAR Mobile 242
NBA Game Time 242
NextRadio 242
Samsung+ 243
Samsung Milk Music 243
Samsung Pay 243
Scout 244
Spotify 244
Uber 244
Connectivity 245
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer 245.

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Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network 247
Wi-Fi Settings 250
Disconnect Wi-Fi 252
Wi-Fi Direct 253
Bluetooth 256
Bluetooth Information 256
Enable Bluetooth 256
Pair Bluetooth Devices 258
Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device 261
Share Information Using Bluetooth 262
Receiving Data via Bluetooth 264
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service 266
Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account 266
Your Phone’s SIM Card for International Roaming 266
Set Network Mode Options 267
Make and Receive Worldwide Calls 268
Sprint International Voicemail Service 268
Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use 269
Access Your Voicemail Internationally 269
International Data Roaming 270
International Roaming Status Messages 270
Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service 272
Settings 274
Basic Settings 274
Wi-Fi Calling Settings 278
Wi-Fi Settings Menu 280
Bluetooth Settings 283
Hotspot Settings 285
Airplane Mode 289
Data Usage Settings 290
Mobile Networks Settings 292
NFC and Payment 294
More Connection Settings 299
Tethering Settings 301

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MirrorLink 303
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) 305
Default Messaging App Settings 313
Sounds and Notifications Settings 314
Sound Mode 315
Volume 316
Ringtones and Sounds 317
Vibrations 318
Sound Quality and Effects 319
Notifications 320
Display Settings 321
Motions and Gestures 323
Applications Settings 324
Application Manager 326
Default Applications 327
Calendar Settings 329
Camera Settings 330
Contacts Settings 332
Email Settings 333
Internet Settings 337
Messages Settings 338
Music Settings 341
Phone Settings 342
S Voice Settings 344
Weather Settings 346
Wallpaper 347
Themes 348
Lock Screen and Security Settings 349
Lock Screen and Security Overview 349
Screen Lock 351
Disable the Screen Lock 357
Privacy and Safety 359
Private Mode 360
Report Diagnostic Info 361

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Location Settings 363
Accessibility Settings 366
Vision Accessibility Settings 367
Hearing Accessibility Settings 369
Dexterity and Interaction Settings 370
Configure Other Accessibility Settings 372
Add Accounts 373
Backup and Reset 375
Factory Data Reset 378
Language and Input Settings 380
Battery Settings 382
Power Saving Mode 384
Ultra Power Saving Mode 385
Storage Settings 386
Date and Time Settings 388
Help 389
Activate This Device 390
System Update 391
About Device 392
Copyright Information 394
Intellectual Property 394
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability 394
Samsung KNOX 395
Samsung Electronics America (SEA), Inc. 395
Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? 395
Legal Information 396
For Assistance 397
Sprint Account Information and Help 397
Sprint Account Passwords 397
Manage Your Account 397
Sprint Support Services 398
Index 399

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 S6. The following topics explain how best to use
this guide to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read Get Started and Basic Operations 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 differ from your phone's display.
Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as “phone,”“device,”or “handset.”

Introduction 2
Access Instructions on Phone
Whether you're new to Android or just new to your Galaxy S6, your phone can help you learn how to
use it.
Access Help
Use the phone's Help menu to learn about your phone.
1. Press to display the Home Screen.
2. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Help .
3. Tap a topic to view its contents, or tap Search to search for a topic.

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

Get Started 4
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.
Part
Description
Back key
Return you to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the notification panel, or keyboard.
Earpiece
Listen to calls and automated prompts when using the phone.
Flash
Help illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is
focusing and capturing a picture or video.
Front camera
Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows
you to video conference.

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Part
Description
Headset jack
Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
Heart rate monitor
Measure your heart rate via your fingertip when using the S Health
app.
Home key/fingerprint scanner
Return you to the Home screen. Press and hold to open Google
Search/Google Now. Use to register fingerprints for security.
Infrared transmitter
Control other devices using infrared light.
LED indicator
The LED indicator blinks or glows when charging, to indicate low
battery, to announce new notifications, and when voice recording.
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.
Power/Lock key
Turn the phone or screen on or off, or switch your phone to silent
mode, vibration mode, or airplane mode.
Proximity and light sensor
Detect when objects are close to the screen. For example, when you
hold the phone to your ear while on a phone call, the sensor
temporarily locks the screen to prevent accidental screen touches.
Rear camera
Take pictures and videos.
Recent Apps key
Access recently used apps.
SIM card tray
Location of the SIM card.
Speaker
Play ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s
voice in speakerphone mode.
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.
USB charger/accessory port
Connect the phone to the charger via a USB cable.
Volume key
Adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice volume during
a call.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.

Get Started 6
Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included charging head and USB
cable or via a USB connection on your computer.
Note: This phone has an integrated battery that cannot be removed by the user.
Battery Cautions
Storage: Avoid storing or leaving the phone with no battery charge remaining. Saved information and
settings may become lost or changed, or the phone may become unusable. Charge once every six
months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.
Charge Using the AC Adapter
For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charging charger that came with your phone. This
charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that have Adaptive Fast Charging.
1. Plug the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your phone.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the charging head.
3. Plug the charging head into an electrical outlet.
4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger.
Unplug the charging head from the outlet, and remove the micro USB cable from the phone
and the charging head.

Get Started 7
Charge Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your phone, ensure that the computer is turned on. Depending
on the type of connection, your phone’s battery may not charge.
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB charger/accessory port on the bottom of your
phone.
2. Insert the large end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.
3. After charging, remove the USB cable from both the phone and the computer.
Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.
Turn Your Phone On
■Press and hold the Power/Lock key.

Get Started 8
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 Activate Your Phone for more information.
Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to open the phone options menu.
2. Tap 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).

Get Started 9
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.

Get Started 10
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.