Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User manual

User Guide
[UG template version 15a]
[Boost-Samsung-S6-UM-Eng-032615-R6]

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Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................1
About the User Guide ...........................................................................................................................1
Get Started....................................................................................................................................................2
Parts and Functions..............................................................................................................................2
Phone Layout................................................................................................................................2
Battery Use ...........................................................................................................................................4
Charge the Battery........................................................................................................................4
Turn Your Phone On and Off................................................................................................................5
Use the Touchscreen............................................................................................................................7
Activation and Service ........................................................................................................................10
Complete the Setup Screens..............................................................................................................11
Basic Operations.........................................................................................................................................17
Basics..................................................................................................................................................17
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List................................................................................17
Select Options and Navigate Screens........................................................................................17
Recent Applications....................................................................................................................17
Phone Settings Menu..................................................................................................................18
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation................................................................................18
Capture Screenshots..................................................................................................................19
Applications.........................................................................................................................................20
Launch Applications....................................................................................................................20
Apps List .....................................................................................................................................21
Phone Number....................................................................................................................................26
Airplane Mode.....................................................................................................................................27
Enter Text............................................................................................................................................29
Samsung Keyboard ....................................................................................................................29
Google Voice Typing...................................................................................................................30
Tips for Editing Text....................................................................................................................31
Google Account...................................................................................................................................31
Create a Google Account............................................................................................................31
Sign In to Your Google Account .................................................................................................38
Google Play Store...............................................................................................................................42

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Find and Install an App...............................................................................................................43
Request a Refund for a Paid App...............................................................................................44
Update an App............................................................................................................................45
Uninstall an App..........................................................................................................................48
Get Help with Google Play..........................................................................................................49
Lock and Unlock Your Screen ............................................................................................................50
Update Your Phone.............................................................................................................................51
Update Your Profile.....................................................................................................................55
Update Your PRL........................................................................................................................56
Your Phone Interface..................................................................................................................................57
Home Screen Basics...........................................................................................................................57
Home Screen Layout..................................................................................................................57
Extended Home Screens............................................................................................................59
Status Bar ...........................................................................................................................................60
Notification Panel................................................................................................................................62
S Finder.......................................................................................................................................64
Quick Connect ............................................................................................................................65
Customize the Home Screen..............................................................................................................66
Change the Wallpaper................................................................................................................67
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen............................................................................................68
Add Widgets to the Home Screen ..............................................................................................69
Add Folders to the Home Screen ...............................................................................................70
Phone App ..................................................................................................................................................71
Place and Answer Calls......................................................................................................................71
Call Using the Phone Dialer........................................................................................................72
Call Emergency Numbers...........................................................................................................73
Answer Phone Calls....................................................................................................................74
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations........................................................................................77
Place Calls from Contacts/Call Logs...................................................................................................79
Place a Call from Contacts.........................................................................................................79
Call from Call Logs......................................................................................................................81
Optional Services................................................................................................................................83
Voicemail Setup..........................................................................................................................83
Visual Voicemail..........................................................................................................................84
Set Up Visual Voicemail..............................................................................................................84

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Review Visual Voicemail.............................................................................................................85
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages.......................................................................................86
Visual Voicemail Options............................................................................................................87
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings...........................................................................................88
Caller ID Blocking .......................................................................................................................91
Call Waiting.................................................................................................................................92
Conference Calling .....................................................................................................................93
Call Forwarding...........................................................................................................................94
Call Settings........................................................................................................................................96
Contacts..............................................................................................................................................98
Add a Contact.............................................................................................................................99
Check Contacts.........................................................................................................................103
Contacts Screen Layout............................................................................................................104
Edit a Contact ...........................................................................................................................105
Delete a Contact.......................................................................................................................106
Share a Contact........................................................................................................................108
Profile Sharing ..........................................................................................................................110
Import Contacts.........................................................................................................................112
Back Up Contacts.....................................................................................................................113
Messaging and Internet.............................................................................................................................115
Text and Multimedia Messaging.......................................................................................................115
Send a Text Message...............................................................................................................115
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).........................................................................................117
Send an Enhanced Message....................................................................................................119
Save and Resume a Draft Message.........................................................................................123
New Messages Notification.......................................................................................................123
Manage Message Conversations .............................................................................................124
Text and MMS Options.............................................................................................................126
Create and Send Gmail ....................................................................................................................128
Create and Send a Gmail Message..........................................................................................128
Check Received Gmail Messages....................................................................................................130
Open New Gmail Messages.....................................................................................................130
Open Gmail Messages .............................................................................................................130
Manage Gmail Messages.................................................................................................................132
Use Gmail Labels......................................................................................................................132

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Archive Gmail Threads .............................................................................................................133
Mute Gmail Threads .................................................................................................................134
Delete Gmail Threads...............................................................................................................135
Search Gmail Messages...........................................................................................................136
Report Spam or Phishing Gmail ...............................................................................................138
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ......................................................................................139
Switching Between Gmail Accounts.........................................................................................141
Email.................................................................................................................................................142
Set Up an Email Account..........................................................................................................142
Add an Email Account...............................................................................................................144
Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account.....................................................................................148
Compose and Send Email........................................................................................................149
Open New Email Messages......................................................................................................150
Open Email Messages..............................................................................................................151
Delete an Email Account...........................................................................................................153
Manage Your Email Inbox.........................................................................................................154
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features......................................................................................156
Data Services General Information (LTE and 3G Networks)............................................................158
Enhanced 4G LTE ....................................................................................................................158
Data Connection Status and Indicators....................................................................................160
Browser.............................................................................................................................................160
Use the Browser .......................................................................................................................161
Add a Bookmark .......................................................................................................................162
View Browser History................................................................................................................163
Open New Browser Windows...................................................................................................165
Browser Settings.......................................................................................................................166
Chrome Browser...............................................................................................................................167
Camera and Video....................................................................................................................................169
Take Pictures and Record Videos....................................................................................................169
Take a Picture...........................................................................................................................170
Viewfinder Screen.....................................................................................................................171
Record Videos ..........................................................................................................................172
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery ..........................................................................................172
View Pictures and Videos.........................................................................................................173
Edit Pictures......................................................................................................................................174

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Share Pictures and Videos ...............................................................................................................180
Send Pictures or Videos by Email ............................................................................................180
Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message.....................................................................181
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth.................................................................................183
Share Videos on YouTube........................................................................................................184
Camera Settings ...............................................................................................................................185
Switch Cameras........................................................................................................................185
Set Camera Functions..............................................................................................................186
Useful Apps and Features.........................................................................................................................187
1Weather...........................................................................................................................................187
airG ...................................................................................................................................................187
Amazon.............................................................................................................................................187
Boost 411..........................................................................................................................................187
Boost Music.......................................................................................................................................187
Boost Wallet......................................................................................................................................188
Boost Zone........................................................................................................................................188
Calculator..........................................................................................................................................188
Calendar............................................................................................................................................190
Add an Event to the Calendar...................................................................................................190
View Calendar Events...............................................................................................................192
Sync Calendars.........................................................................................................................193
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar......................................................................195
Clock.................................................................................................................................................195
Set Alarms.................................................................................................................................197
World Clock...............................................................................................................................198
Stopwatch .................................................................................................................................199
Timer.........................................................................................................................................200
Facebook ..........................................................................................................................................200
Gadget Guardian...............................................................................................................................200
Galaxy Apps......................................................................................................................................200
Google Hangouts..............................................................................................................................201
Google Maps.....................................................................................................................................203
Google Play Books............................................................................................................................204
Google Play Games..........................................................................................................................205
Google Play Movies & TV.................................................................................................................205

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Google Play Music............................................................................................................................205
Google Play Newsstand....................................................................................................................209
Google Search..................................................................................................................................209
Use Google Search...................................................................................................................209
Use Google Voice Search.........................................................................................................210
Hancom.............................................................................................................................................211
Help...................................................................................................................................................211
Memo................................................................................................................................................211
Messaging Plus.................................................................................................................................212
Messenger ........................................................................................................................................212
Milk....................................................................................................................................................212
Milk Video..........................................................................................................................................213
My Files.............................................................................................................................................213
NextRadio .........................................................................................................................................214
OneDrive...........................................................................................................................................214
OneNote............................................................................................................................................214
Peel Smart Remote...........................................................................................................................214
S Voice..............................................................................................................................................214
Scout.................................................................................................................................................215
Smart Manager .................................................................................................................................215
Uber ..................................................................................................................................................215
Video.................................................................................................................................................215
YouTube............................................................................................................................................216
Connectivity...............................................................................................................................................218
Connect to a PC via USB..................................................................................................................218
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer..............................................................218
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................................220
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network..................................................................220
Wi-Fi Settings............................................................................................................................222
Disconnect Wi-Fi.......................................................................................................................224
Wi-Fi Direct ...............................................................................................................................225
Bluetooth...........................................................................................................................................228
Bluetooth Information................................................................................................................228
Enable Bluetooth.......................................................................................................................228
Pair Bluetooth Devices..............................................................................................................230

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Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device......................................................................................233
Share Information Using Bluetooth...........................................................................................234
Receiving Data via Bluetooth....................................................................................................236
Settings .....................................................................................................................................................238
Basic Settings ...................................................................................................................................238
Wi-Fi Settings Menu..........................................................................................................................240
Bluetooth Settings.............................................................................................................................244
Hotspot Settings................................................................................................................................246
Airplane Mode...................................................................................................................................250
Data Usage Settings.........................................................................................................................251
Mobile Networks Settings .................................................................................................................253
NFC and Payment.............................................................................................................................254
More Connection Settings.................................................................................................................258
Tethering Settings.....................................................................................................................259
Printing......................................................................................................................................261
Virtual Private Networks (VPN).................................................................................................262
Default Messaging App Settings...............................................................................................270
Sounds and Notifications Settings....................................................................................................271
Display Settings ................................................................................................................................273
Motions and Gestures.......................................................................................................................274
Applications Settings.........................................................................................................................276
Application Manager.................................................................................................................277
Default Applications..................................................................................................................279
Wallpaper..........................................................................................................................................280
Themes.............................................................................................................................................282
Lock Screen and Security Settings...................................................................................................283
Lock Screen and Security Overview.........................................................................................283
Screen Lock..............................................................................................................................284
Disable the Screen Lock...........................................................................................................291
Privacy and Safety............................................................................................................................292
Location Settings ......................................................................................................................293
Private Mode.............................................................................................................................297
Report Diagnostic Info ..............................................................................................................298
Send SOS Message .................................................................................................................299
Easy Mode Settings..........................................................................................................................300

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Accessibility Settings.........................................................................................................................301
Add Accounts....................................................................................................................................303
Backup and Reset.............................................................................................................................305
Language and Input Settings............................................................................................................309
Battery Settings.................................................................................................................................311
Battery Usage and Information.................................................................................................311
Power Saving Mode..................................................................................................................313
Ultra Power Saving Mode.........................................................................................................314
Storage Settings................................................................................................................................315
Date and Time Settings ....................................................................................................................317
Help...................................................................................................................................................318
Activate This Device..........................................................................................................................319
System Update..................................................................................................................................320
About Device.....................................................................................................................................321
Copyright Information........................................................................................................................323
For Assistance ..........................................................................................................................................324
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................324
Boost Account Information and Help ................................................................................................325
Manage Your Account ..............................................................................................................325
Re-Boost...................................................................................................................................326
Index..........................................................................................................................................................327

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 Galaxy S 6. 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.”

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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.
Part
Description
3.5mm Headset Jack
Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
Back Key
Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu,
the Notification panel, or onscreen keyboard.
Camera
Take pictures and videos.
Earpiece
Listen to calls and automated prompts when using the phone.
Flash
Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is
focusing and capturing a picture or video.

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Part
Description
Heart Rate Monitor
Detect body metrics for use with the S Health app.
Home Key
Return to the Home screen. Press and hold to open Google
Search/Google Now.
Infrared Transmitter
Control other devices using infrared signals.
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 on or off, or turn the screen on or off. You can also
turn Airplane mode and Emergency mode on or off.
Proximity and Light 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 sensor
temporarily locks the screen to prevent accidental screen touches.
Recent Apps Key
Access recently used apps.
Self Camera Lens
Take pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows
you to video conference.
SIM Card
Tray for the SIM card.
Speaker
Hear ringtones and sounds. Switch to speakerphone mode to amplify
the caller’s voice.
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 charger or the USB cable (included).
Volume Buttons
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.

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Battery Use
The following topics explain how 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.
Bulges: Depending on use, bulges may appear near end of battery life. This does not affect safety.
Note: 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.
Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included AC adapter or via a
USB connection on your computer.
Charge Using the AC Adapter
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.
The LED indicator illuminates when charging starts. The color changes when the battery is
fully charged. Fully charging a battery may take up to three hours.
4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger.
Unplug the charging head from the outlet, and remove the USB cable from the phone and the
charging head.

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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.
Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the Lock screen.
See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Lock Screen and Security Settings for information
about using the screen lock.

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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.
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).

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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 onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and
settings icons, or press onscreen 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 Samsung Keyboard for more details.
Tip: You can also access the screen rotation setting from the Notification panel. Pull down the Status bar
and tap Screen rotation to select or deselect the option.

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Pinch and Spread
"Pinch" the screen by moving two fingers inward to zoom out, or "spread" by moving two fingers outward
to zoom in.
Activation and Service
Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your phone’s
serial number (MEID).
For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.
Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan
Set up your Boost Mobile account.
1. From your computer, visit boostmobile.com/activate.
2. Enter your phone’s MEID and click start activation process.
Your phone’s MEID (serial number) can be found on the bottom panel of the phone’s
package.
3. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method.
4. Follow the activation instructions below and you’ll be able to start using your phone.
Note: You can also activate by phone by calling 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848) from any other
phone.

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Activate Your Phone
After setting up your account on boostmobile.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is designed to
activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Boost Mobile device to a new one, be sure to
turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is complete, turn
on the new device and the programming information will be pushed to your device automatically.
You can also start the activation process manually.
■From home, tap Apps > Settings > Activate this device.
Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your phone. Once your phone has
been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on your
Boost account.
Note: During or after setup, you may see a Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice and tap
I AGREE to allow your phone to connect automatically to the best available data network, including
Wi-Fi. To turn Connections Optimizer off at any time, from Home, tap Apps > Settings >
Mobile networks > Connections optimizer and uncheck the box next to Connections
Optimizer.
1. At the Welcome screen, choose options, and then tap to begin setup.
Language: Choose the default language for your phone’s operation.
Accessibility: Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of your
phone’s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing.