Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User manual

SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.

Legal
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DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.

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Modication of Software
SAMSUNG IS NOT LIABLE FOR PERFORMANCE ISSUES OR
INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING OF REGISTRY
SETTINGS, OR YOUR MODIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEM
SOFTWARE.
USING CUSTOM OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE YOUR
DEVICE AND APPLICATIONS TO WORK IMPROPERLY. YOUR CARRIER
MAY NOT PERMIT USERS TO DOWNLOAD CERTAIN SOFTWARE, SUCH
AS CUSTOM OS.
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Additional licensing fee may be required. For more information about
KNOX, please refer to: samsung.com/us/knox [061616]

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Address:
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1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
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samsung.com
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of SamsungElectronics Co., Ltd.
Other marks are the property of their respective owners.
Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of device may vary.

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Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile
Device?
For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS
System (Automated Response System) at: samsung.com/us/support
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than
the specied capacity because the operating system and default
applications occupy part of the memory. The available capacity may
change when you upgrade the device.
Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed in writing on the mobile
device or at samsung.com
READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOBILE DEVICE.
Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered under the
applicable Samsung Limited Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE
RESOLUTION PROCEDURE and your right to opt out of arbitration
within 30 calendar days of the rst consumer purchase. You may opt
out by either sending an email to opt[email protected]om with the
subject line “Arbitration Opt‑Out” or by calling 1‑800‑SAMSUNG
(726‑7864).
For more detailed procedures, please refer to the “Dispute Resolution
Procedures and Arbitration and Opt-Out” section of the Limited
Warranty.

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Full written terms and detailed information about the warranty
and obtaining service are available on the device at: Settings >
Aboutdevice > Legalinformation > Samsunglegal or you may access
the online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your
device at:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide-SP
The online version of the End User License Agreement (EULA) for
your device can be found online at:
samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4

1Table of Contents
Getting Started..................................................................1
Front View ................................................................................................ 2
Back View ................................................................................................. 4
Assemble Your Device ........................................................................... 6
Set Up Your Device................................................................................ 10
Set Up Accounts ................................................................................... 13
Know Your Device ........................................................... 16
Home Screen...........................................................................................17
Status Bar............................................................................................... 26
Navigation .............................................................................................29
Notication Panel.................................................................................32
Multi Window ........................................................................................ 37
Enter Text............................................................................................... 40
Table of
Contents

2Table of Contents
Emergency Mode .................................................................................45
Calling..............................................................................48
Phone Screen ........................................................................................49
Make and Answer Calls .......................................................................52
Speed Dial .............................................................................................59
Emergency Calls ................................................................................... 61
Set Up and Access Voicemail .............................................................64
Applications .................................................................... 66
Apps List ................................................................................................ 67
Google Apps........................................................................................... 72
TracFone Apps ...................................................................................... 76
Additional Apps..................................................................................... 77
Calculator ..............................................................................................78
Calendar ................................................................................................ 80
Camera and Video ................................................................................84
Clock .......................................................................................................95
Contacts............................................................................................... 100
Email .....................................................................................................109

3Table of Contents
Galaxy Apps ..........................................................................................113
Gallery .................................................................................................. 114
Internet .................................................................................................119
Memo ................................................................................................... 124
Messages ............................................................................................. 126
Music Player..........................................................................................131
My Files ................................................................................................134
SHealth ............................................................................................... 136
S Voice .................................................................................................. 139
Samsung Pay .......................................................................................140
Video Player ........................................................................................144
Voice Recorder ....................................................................................148
Settings...........................................................................151
How to Use Settings .......................................................................... 152
Wi-Fi ......................................................................................................154
Bluetooth ............................................................................................. 159
Airplane Mode .................................................................................... 163
Data Usage ..........................................................................................164

4Table of Contents
Mobile Networks ................................................................................ 166
NFC and Payment .............................................................................. 167
More Connection Settings ................................................................ 169
Sounds and Vibration ........................................................................ 174
Notications ....................................................................................... 182
Display ..................................................................................................183
Advanced Features.............................................................................188
Applications Settings ........................................................................ 191
Wallpaper ............................................................................................ 196
Themes.................................................................................................. 197
Home Screen Settings .......................................................................198
Lock Screen and Security .................................................................199
Privacy and Safety ............................................................................. 209
Easy Mode ............................................................................................ 215
Accessibility ........................................................................................ 216
Accounts .............................................................................................. 221
Google ..................................................................................................224
Backup and Reset ..............................................................................225
Language and Input ...........................................................................229

5Table of Contents
Battery ................................................................................................ 234
Storage ................................................................................................ 236
Date and Time .................................................................................... 238
Help ......................................................................................................239
About Device ...................................................................................... 240
Software Update ................................................................................ 241

Learn about your mobile
device hardware, assembly
procedures, and how to
get started using your
newdevice.
Getting Started

2Front ViewGetting Started
Front View
Home key/
Fingerscanner
Back
Power key
Front camera
Earpiece
Proximity sensors
Status Light
Volume keys
Recent

3Front ViewGetting Started
• Earpiece: Listen to a call.
• Front camera: Take self-portraits and record videos of yourself.
• Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on or off, restart it, or
for quick access to Emergency mode. Press to lock orwake up the
screen.
• Back: Return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, menu, or
keyboard.
• Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home screen. Activate
the Fingerprint security feature.
• Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and hold for
Multiwindow™.
• Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s sounds and audio
playback.
• Status light: Display a light when the battery charging or fully
charged, when a notication arrives, or when recording voice.
• Proximity sensors: Detect the presence of objects near the device.

4Back ViewGetting Started
Back View
Heart rate sensor
USB charger/
Accessory port
Headset jack
Flash
SIM card tray
Infrared
transmitter
Rear camera
Speaker
Microphone
Microphone

5Back ViewGetting Started
• Infrared transmitter: Control external devices using infrared light.
• Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments when taking a
photo or recording video.
• Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate using your ngertip
when using the SHealth™app. For more information, see
“SHealth” on page 136.
• Headset jack: Connect an optional headset.
• USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the USB charger (included)
and other optional accessories (not included).
• Microphone: Record audio and detect voice commands.
• Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
• SIM card tray: Install the SIMcard here. For more information, see
“Install the SIM Card” on page6.
• Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.

6Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card
Your device comes with the SIM card already installed. During
activation, your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details,
such as your Personal Identication Number (PIN), available optional
services, and other features.
Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card to avoid
damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of small children.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the
internal SIM card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM tray, and then
push until the tray pops out.

7Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
2. Place the SIM card on the tray, and slide the tray back into the slot.
Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the device cannot
detect it. Reorient the SIM card and place it back into the slot if it is
notdetected.
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard Li-Ion battery.
A USB charger (charging head and USB cable) is included with the
device for charging the battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. A fully discharged battery
requires up to four hours of charge time. You can use the device while
charging.
Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery before using
your device for the rst time.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung Adaptive Fast
Charger that came with your device. This charger provides faster
charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive Fast
Charging.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries that are 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.

8Assemble Your DeviceGetting Started
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/Accessory port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the
charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB
cable from the device when charging is complete.
Note: This device is also compatible with wireless charging devices
approved by Samsung, which are soldseparately.