Samsung Galaxy S6 edge User manual

User Guide
[UG template version 15b]
[Sprint-Samsung-S6edge+-UM-Eng-051217-FINAL]

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................................................1
About the User Guide............................................................................................................................1
Access Instructions on Phone...............................................................................................................2
Access Help..................................................................................................................................2
Get Support from My Sprint..........................................................................................................3
Get Started....................................................................................................................................................4
Parts and Functions..............................................................................................................................4
Charge the Battery................................................................................................................................7
Turn Your Phone On and Off................................................................................................................8
Use the Touchscreen..........................................................................................................................10
Activate Your Phone ...........................................................................................................................13
Complete the Setup Screens..............................................................................................................14
Basic Operations.........................................................................................................................................16
Basics..................................................................................................................................................16
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ................................................................................16
Phone Settings Menu..................................................................................................................17
Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation................................................................................18
Capture Screenshots ..................................................................................................................18
Edge Screen .......................................................................................................................................19
Applications.........................................................................................................................................21
Launch Applications....................................................................................................................21
Apps List .....................................................................................................................................21
Phone Number....................................................................................................................................26
Airplane Mode.....................................................................................................................................26
Enter Text............................................................................................................................................27
Samsung Keyboard ....................................................................................................................27
Google Voice Typing...................................................................................................................29
Tips for Editing Text....................................................................................................................30
Google Account...................................................................................................................................30
Create a Google Account............................................................................................................30

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Sign In to Your Google Account..................................................................................................32
Factory Reset Protection ............................................................................................................32
Google Play Store...............................................................................................................................33
Find and Install an App...............................................................................................................33
Request a Refund for a Paid App...............................................................................................34
Update an App............................................................................................................................35
Uninstall an App..........................................................................................................................36
Get Help with Google Play..........................................................................................................37
Lock and Unlock Your Screen ............................................................................................................37
Update Your Phone.............................................................................................................................38
Update Your Phone Software.....................................................................................................38
Update Your Profile.....................................................................................................................40
Update Your PRL........................................................................................................................41
Your Phone's Home Screen........................................................................................................................42
Home Screen Basics...........................................................................................................................42
Home Screen Layout..................................................................................................................42
Extended Home Screens............................................................................................................43
Status Bar and Notification Panel .......................................................................................................45
Status Bar ...................................................................................................................................45
Notification Panel........................................................................................................................47
Multi Window.......................................................................................................................................49
Customize the Home Screen..............................................................................................................50
Change the Wallpaper................................................................................................................50
Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen ............................................................................................51
Add Widgets to the Home Screen ..............................................................................................52
Add Folders to the Home Screen................................................................................................52
Phone App...................................................................................................................................................53
Place and Answer Calls......................................................................................................................53
Call Using the Phone Dialer........................................................................................................53
Call Emergency Numbers...........................................................................................................54
Answer Phone Calls....................................................................................................................55
In-Call Screen Layout and Options.............................................................................................56
Place a Call from Contacts .........................................................................................................58
Call from Call Log .......................................................................................................................58

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Optional Services................................................................................................................................59
Voicemail Setup..........................................................................................................................59
Visual Voicemail..........................................................................................................................60
Set Up Visual Voicemail..............................................................................................................60
Review Visual Voicemail.............................................................................................................60
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages.......................................................................................61
Visual Voicemail Options............................................................................................................62
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings...........................................................................................62
Wi-Fi Calling................................................................................................................................63
Caller ID Blocking .......................................................................................................................63
Call Waiting.................................................................................................................................64
Conference Calling .....................................................................................................................64
Call Forwarding...........................................................................................................................64
Call Settings........................................................................................................................................65
Contacts......................................................................................................................................................67
Contacts Screen Layout......................................................................................................................67
Add a Contact .....................................................................................................................................68
View Contacts.....................................................................................................................................71
Edit a Contact......................................................................................................................................71
Delete a Contact .................................................................................................................................72
Share a Contact ..................................................................................................................................72
Profile Sharing.....................................................................................................................................74
Import Contacts...................................................................................................................................75
Back Up Contacts ...............................................................................................................................75
Messaging and Internet...............................................................................................................................76
Text and Multimedia Messaging .........................................................................................................76
Send a Text Message.................................................................................................................76
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)...........................................................................................77
Use Enhanced Messaging..........................................................................................................80
Save and Resume a Draft Message...........................................................................................83
New Messages Notification.........................................................................................................83
Manage Message Conversations ...............................................................................................83
Gmail...................................................................................................................................................86
Create and Send a Gmail Message............................................................................................86

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Check Received Gmail Messages..............................................................................................88
Use Gmail Labels........................................................................................................................90
Archive Gmail Threads ...............................................................................................................91
Mute Gmail Threads ...................................................................................................................92
Delete Gmail Threads.................................................................................................................93
Search Gmail Messages.............................................................................................................94
Report Spam Gmail ....................................................................................................................96
Add Another Google (Gmail) Account ........................................................................................97
Switching Between Gmail Accounts ...........................................................................................99
Gmail Settings...........................................................................................................................100
Email .................................................................................................................................................101
Set Up an Email Account..........................................................................................................101
Add an Email Account...............................................................................................................102
Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account.....................................................................................106
Compose and Send Email........................................................................................................107
Open Email Messages..............................................................................................................109
Delete an Email Account...........................................................................................................112
Manage Your Email Inbox.........................................................................................................113
Exchange ActiveSync Email Features......................................................................................114
Data Services General Information (LTE and 3G Networks)............................................................116
4G LTE......................................................................................................................................116
Your User Name.......................................................................................................................117
Data Connection Status and Indicators ....................................................................................120
Browser.............................................................................................................................................120
Use the Browser .......................................................................................................................122
Add a Bookmark .......................................................................................................................123
View Browser History................................................................................................................124
Open New Browser Tab............................................................................................................126
Chrome Browser...............................................................................................................................127
Camera and Video ....................................................................................................................................128
Camera Overview .............................................................................................................................128
Take Pictures and Record Videos ....................................................................................................130
Take a Picture...........................................................................................................................130
Record Videos ..........................................................................................................................131

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Shooting Modes........................................................................................................................132
View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery...........................................................................................134
Edit Pictures......................................................................................................................................137
Auto Adjust a Picture ................................................................................................................137
Rotate a Picture ........................................................................................................................138
Crop a Picture...........................................................................................................................139
Draw on a Picture .....................................................................................................................140
Share Pictures and Videos ...............................................................................................................142
Send Pictures or Videos by Email or Gmail..............................................................................142
Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message.....................................................................143
Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth.................................................................................144
Share Pictures or Videos via Additional Apps or Social Media ................................................145
Share Videos on YouTube........................................................................................................146
Camera Options and Settings...........................................................................................................147
Switch Cameras........................................................................................................................147
Set Camera Options .................................................................................................................147
Live Broadcasting .....................................................................................................................149
Useful Apps and Features.........................................................................................................................153
My Sprint...........................................................................................................................................153
Sprint Family Locator........................................................................................................................153
Sprint Fun & Games..........................................................................................................................154
Sprint Music Plus ..............................................................................................................................154
Access Sprint Music Plus..........................................................................................................154
Sprint TV & Movies ...........................................................................................................................155
1Weather...........................................................................................................................................155
Amazon.............................................................................................................................................156
App Spotlight.....................................................................................................................................156
Calculator..........................................................................................................................................156
Calendar............................................................................................................................................158
Add an Event to the Calendar...................................................................................................158
View Calendar Events...............................................................................................................160
Share Calendar Events.............................................................................................................161
Sync Calendars.........................................................................................................................163
Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar......................................................................165

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Calendar Settings .....................................................................................................................165
Caller ID ............................................................................................................................................166
Clock .................................................................................................................................................166
Set Alarms.................................................................................................................................168
World Clock...............................................................................................................................169
Stopwatch .................................................................................................................................170
Timer.........................................................................................................................................170
Drive..................................................................................................................................................171
Galaxy Apps......................................................................................................................................171
Gallery...............................................................................................................................................171
Google Hangouts..............................................................................................................................173
Google Maps.....................................................................................................................................174
Google Play Movies & TV.................................................................................................................176
Google Play Music App.....................................................................................................................176
Play Music with Google Play.....................................................................................................176
Google Play Music Screen Layout............................................................................................177
Create Playlists in Google Play Music......................................................................................178
Google Search..................................................................................................................................179
Use Google Search...................................................................................................................179
Use Google Voice Search.........................................................................................................179
Facebook ..........................................................................................................................................180
Instagram ..........................................................................................................................................181
Lookout .............................................................................................................................................181
Memo ................................................................................................................................................182
Messenger ........................................................................................................................................182
Microsoft Excel..................................................................................................................................183
Microsoft OneDrive ...........................................................................................................................183
Microsoft OneNote............................................................................................................................183
Microsoft PowerPoint........................................................................................................................183
Microsoft Word..................................................................................................................................183
Music.................................................................................................................................................184
My Files.............................................................................................................................................187
NASCAR Mobile................................................................................................................................188
NextRadio .........................................................................................................................................188

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Pages Manager.................................................................................................................................188
S Health ............................................................................................................................................189
S Voice..............................................................................................................................................190
Samsung Gear..................................................................................................................................190
Samsung Pay....................................................................................................................................191
Set Up Samsung Pay................................................................................................................191
Simple Pay................................................................................................................................191
Use Samsung Pay....................................................................................................................192
Use Gift Cards with Samsung Pay............................................................................................192
Secure Your Information...........................................................................................................192
Samsung+.........................................................................................................................................192
SideSync...........................................................................................................................................193
Video.................................................................................................................................................193
Voice Recorder .................................................................................................................................194
YouTube............................................................................................................................................197
Connectivity...............................................................................................................................................199
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer......................................................................199
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................................200
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network..................................................................200
Wi-Fi Settings............................................................................................................................201
Disconnect Wi-Fi.......................................................................................................................202
Wi-Fi Direct ...............................................................................................................................202
Hotspot..............................................................................................................................................203
Bluetooth...........................................................................................................................................204
Bluetooth Information................................................................................................................204
Enable the Bluetooth Feature...................................................................................................204
Pair Bluetooth Devices..............................................................................................................205
Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device......................................................................................206
Send Information Using Bluetooth............................................................................................206
Receive Information via Bluetooth............................................................................................207
Tethering...........................................................................................................................................208
Global Services.........................................................................................................................................209
Set the Communications Method for Global Use..............................................................................209
Select a Carrier .................................................................................................................................209

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Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account........................................................................210
Your Phone’s SIM Card for International GSM Roaming .................................................................210
Enable Global Roaming Mode..........................................................................................................211
Make and Receive Worldwide Calls .................................................................................................213
Sprint International Voicemail Service..............................................................................................213
Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use..................................................214
Access Your Voicemail Internationally......................................................................................214
International Data Roaming ..............................................................................................................215
Access Email and Data Services Internationally ......................................................................215
Contact Sprint for Assistance with International Service..................................................................216
Settings .....................................................................................................................................................218
Basic Settings ...................................................................................................................................218
Wi-Fi Settings Menu..........................................................................................................................220
Bluetooth Settings.............................................................................................................................222
Phone Visibility..................................................................................................................................223
Data Usage Settings.........................................................................................................................223
Airplane Mode...................................................................................................................................224
NFC and Payment.............................................................................................................................225
Mobile Networks Settings .................................................................................................................226
Location.............................................................................................................................................227
More Connection Settings.................................................................................................................228
Nearby Device Scanning ..........................................................................................................229
Printing......................................................................................................................................229
MirrorLink..................................................................................................................................230
Virtual Private Networks (VPN).................................................................................................230
Wi-Fi Calling Settings........................................................................................................................232
Hotspot and Tethering Settings ........................................................................................................232
Hotspot Settings........................................................................................................................232
Tethering Settings.....................................................................................................................233
Device Settings .........................................................................................................................................234
Sounds and Vibration Settings..........................................................................................................234
Sound Mode..............................................................................................................................235
Vibrate While Ringing ...............................................................................................................236
Volume......................................................................................................................................236

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Vibration Intensity .....................................................................................................................236
Ringtones and Sounds..............................................................................................................237
Vibration Pattern .......................................................................................................................237
Notification Sounds...................................................................................................................238
Do Not Disturb ..........................................................................................................................238
System Sounds.........................................................................................................................239
Key-tap Feedback.....................................................................................................................239
Sound Quality and Effects ........................................................................................................240
Notifications Settings.........................................................................................................................240
Display Settings ................................................................................................................................241
Brightness.................................................................................................................................242
Blue Light Filter.........................................................................................................................242
Screen Mode.............................................................................................................................243
Screen Resolution.....................................................................................................................243
Screen Zoom and Font.............................................................................................................243
Home Screen Settings..............................................................................................................244
Easy Mode................................................................................................................................244
Icon Frames..............................................................................................................................244
Edge Screen Settings...............................................................................................................245
Night Clock................................................................................................................................248
LED Indicator ............................................................................................................................248
Status Bar Settings ...................................................................................................................248
Screen Timeout.........................................................................................................................248
Screen Saver ............................................................................................................................249
Keep Screen Turned Off...........................................................................................................249
Applications Settings.........................................................................................................................249
Applications Overview...............................................................................................................250
Default Applications ..................................................................................................................251
Advanced Features...........................................................................................................................252
Personal Settings......................................................................................................................................253
Wallpaper and Themes.....................................................................................................................253
Wallpaper..................................................................................................................................253
Themes.....................................................................................................................................253
Icons..........................................................................................................................................254

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Lock Screen and Security Settings...................................................................................................254
Lock Screen and Security Overview.........................................................................................254
Screen Lock..............................................................................................................................255
Disable the Screen Lock...........................................................................................................257
Device Security.........................................................................................................................257
Accessibility Settings.........................................................................................................................259
Vision Accessibility Settings......................................................................................................260
Hearing Accessibility Settings...................................................................................................261
Dexterity and Interaction Settings.............................................................................................261
Configure Other Accessibility Settings......................................................................................262
Cloud and Accounts..........................................................................................................................263
Samsung Cloud ........................................................................................................................264
Accounts ...................................................................................................................................265
Backup and Restore .................................................................................................................265
Google Settings.................................................................................................................................267
System Settings ........................................................................................................................................269
General Management Settings .........................................................................................................269
Language and Input Settings....................................................................................................269
Date and Time Settings ............................................................................................................271
Report Diagnostic Info ..............................................................................................................271
Reset.........................................................................................................................................272
Device Maintenance Settings ...........................................................................................................274
Optimize Now............................................................................................................................274
Battery Settings.........................................................................................................................275
Performance Mode ...................................................................................................................275
Storage Settings .......................................................................................................................276
Memory.....................................................................................................................................276
Help...................................................................................................................................................277
Activate This Device..........................................................................................................................277
System Updates................................................................................................................................277
About Device.....................................................................................................................................278
For Assistance ..........................................................................................................................................280
Sprint Account Information and Help................................................................................................280
Sprint Account Passwords........................................................................................................280

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Manage Your Account ..............................................................................................................280
Sprint Support Services............................................................................................................281
Copyright Information........................................................................................................................282
Legal Information ..............................................................................................................................282
Intellectual Property..................................................................................................................283
Open Source Software..............................................................................................................283
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ................................................................................283
Modification of Software............................................................................................................284
Samsung Knox..................................................................................................................................284
Restricting Children’s Access to Your Mobile Device.......................................................................284
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. ..................................................................................................284
Index..........................................................................................................................................................286

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 edge+. 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 are new to Android™or just new to your Galaxy Note 5, 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 Home 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 My Sprint
In addition to your phone's built-in Help menu, you can also access support for your phone and service
through the preloaded My Sprint app.
1. From home, tap Apps > My Sprint .
2. From the My Sprint 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.
Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample
images only.
Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.
Front view

Get Started 5
Part
Description
Earpiece
Listen to calls and automated prompts when using the phone.
Front camera
Takes pictures and records videos while facing the screen, and allows
you to video conference.
Power key
Turn the phone or screen on or off, or switch your phone to silent
mode, vibration mode, or airplane mode.
Edge screen handle
Swipe to reveal the Edge screen.
SIM card
Location of the SIM card.
Back key
Return you to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the notification panel, or onscreen keyboard.
Home key/fingerprint sensor
Return you to the home screen. Press and hold to open Google™
Search/Google Now™. Use to register fingerprints for security.
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 keys
Adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice volume during
a call.
LED indicator
The LED indicator blinks or glows when charging, to indicate low
battery, to announce new notifications, and when voice recording.
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.

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Back view
Part
Description
Flash
Help illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is
focusing and capturing a picture or video.
Heart rate monitor
Measure your heart rate via your fingertip when using the S Health™
app. For more information, see S Health.
Headset jack
Plug in a headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
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.
USB charger/accessory port
Connect the phone to the charger via a USB cable.
Speaker
Play ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s
voice in speakerphone mode.
Rear camera
Take pictures and videos.
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.

Get Started 7
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 device is also compatible with Samsung-approved wireless charging devices (sold separately).
Note: This phone has an integrated battery that cannot be removed by the user.
Battery Cautions
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.
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 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 8
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 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 Activate Your Phone for more information.