Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge User manual

U S ER MANU A L

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Table of contents
Special features 1
Getting started 3
Front view 4
Back view 6
Set up your device 7
Assemble your device 8
Install a SIM card and memory card 8
Charge the battery 9
Start using your device 11
Use the Setup Wizard 11
Lock or unlock your device 12
Add a Google account 12
Add a Samsung account 13
Add an email account 13
Transfer data from your old device 13
Set up your voicemail 14
Learn about your device 15
Navigation 16
Tap 16
Double-tap 16
Touch and hold 16
Swipe 16
Drag 17
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Pinch and spread
Common options
Home screen
Customize your Home screen
App shortcuts
Use folders
Wallpapers
Themes
Icons
Widgets
Home screen settings
Easy mode
Status bar
Status bar display
Notification panel
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View the Notification panel 28
Quick settings 28
Edge screen 29
Edge panels 29
Edge lighting 32
Quick reply 34
About Edge screen 34
Always On Display 35
AOD themes 35
Fingerprint scanner 36
Register a fingerprint 36
Fingerprint management 36
Fingerprint verification 37
Multi window 38
Window controls 39
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Multi window settings
Enter text
Toolbar functions
Configure the Samsung keyboard
Use Google voice typing
Emergency mode
Activate Emergency mode
Emergency mode features
Turn off Emergency mode
Apps
Using apps
Access apps
Add an apps shortcut
Search for apps
Galaxy Essentials
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Uninstall or disable apps 48
Sort apps 49
Create and use folders 49
App settings 50
Samsung apps 52
Calculator 52
Calendar 54
Camera and video 57
Clock 63
Contacts 67
Email 74
Galaxy Apps 77
Gallery 78
Google apps 83
Internet 85
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Memo
Messages
My Files
Phone
Samsung Gear
Samsung Health
Samsung Pay
Samsung+
SmartThings
S Voice
Settings
Access Settings
Search for Settings
Connections
Wi-Fi
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Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network 117
Wi-Fi preferences 118
Wi-Fi Direct 119
Share files with Wi-Fi Direct 119
Receive files with Wi-Fi Direct 119
Disconnect from Wi-Fi Direct 120
Bluetooth 120
Rename a paired device 121
Share files with Bluetooth 121
Receive files with Bluetooth 121
Unpair from a Bluetooth device 122
Phone visibility 122
Data usage 122
Enable Data saver 122
Monitor mobile data 123
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Monitor Wi-Fi data 123 Location services 130
Airplane mode 124
NFC and payment 124
Android Beam 124
Tap and pay 125
Mobile hotspot 125
Change the mobile hotspot password 126
Allowed devices list 126
Configure mobile hotspot settings 127
Timeout settings 127
Wi-Fi sharing 127
Tethering 128
Mobile networks 128
Location 129
Recent location requests 129
Nearby device scanning 130
Connect to a printer 131
MirrorLink 131
Virtual Private Networks 132
Manage a VPN 132
Connect to a VPN 133
Sounds and vibration 134
Sound mode 135
Easy mute 135
Vibrations 136
Volume 136
Use Volume keys for media 136
Media volume limiter 137
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Ringtone
Notification sounds
Do not disturb
System sounds
Key-tap feedback
Sound quality and effects
Separate app sound
Notifications
Manage notifications
Smart alert
Display
Screen off settings
Screen brightness
Blue light filter
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Font and screen zoom 145
Screen quality 146
LED indicator 146
Smart stay 146
One-handed mode 147
Device maintenance 148
Quick optimization 149
Battery 149
Performance mode 150
Storage 150
Memory card (SD card) 150
Mount a memory card 151
Remove a memory card 151
Format a memory card 152
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Memory
Language and input
Change the device language
Default keyboard
Google Voice typing
Manage on-screen keyboards
Physical keyboards
Autofill service
Text-to-speech options
Pointer speed
Date and time
Report diagnostic information
Reset
Reset settings
Reset network settings
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Factory data reset 159
Factory reset protection 160
Auto restart 161
System updates 161
Lock screen and security 162
Screen lock types 163
Set a secure screen lock 163
Biometric locks 164
Lock screen and AOD settings 165
Google Play Protect 165
Find My Device 166
Security update 166
Install unknown apps 166
Samsung Pass 167
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Private Mode
Secure Folder
App permission monitor
Secure startup
Encrypt SD card
View passwords
Security update service
Device administration
Credential storage
Advanced security settings
Accounts
Samsung Cloud
Add an account
Account settings
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Remove an account 175
Backup and restore 176
Samsung account 176
Google account 176
Google settings 177
Accessibility 178
Vision 179
Hearing 180
Dexterity and interaction 181
More accessibility settings 182
Accessibility services 182
Other settings 183
Help 184
Fast wireless charging 184
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Manage game features
Device assistance app
Dual messenger
About phone
Getting help
Videos
Smart Simulator
Tips and Tricks
Samsung Care
Legal
Legal information
Intellectual property
Open source software
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Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of
liability
Modification of software
Samsung Knox
Maintaining water and dust resistance
Restricting children’s access to
your mobile device
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Special features
Learn about your mobile device’s
special features.

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Fingerprint scanner
Use your fingerprint as an alternative to entering
passwords in certain apps. You can also use your
fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to
your Samsung account.
For more information, see Fingerprint scanner on
page 36.
Edge screen
The Galaxy S7 edge is equipped with the Edge screen
feature, which provides a variety of useful tools. See
Edge screen on page 29.
Water and dust resistances
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection
rating system. See Maintaining water and dust
resistance on page 192.
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Getting started
Learn about your mobile device
hardware, assembly procedures,
and how to get started using your
new device.

Front view
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Getting started 4

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Proximity sensor Volume keys
– Turns off the screen and disables touch
functionality during a call when the device is
in close proximity to the body.
–Adjust the volume for ringtones, media,
notifications, and system sounds. For more
information, see Volume on page 136.
– Turns
the screen back on and enables touch
functionality
during a call when the device is
outside
a specific range from the body.
–In the camera app, press a volume key to take
a photo.
lPower key
– Press to turn the screen on or off.
– Press and hold to select a power control
option.
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Heart rate sensor
Speaker
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Microphone -----~
Flash
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~------ USB charger/Accessory port
Back view
Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
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Set up your device
Learn how to set up your deviceforthefirst time.

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Assemble your device
Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly
procedures, and how to get started using your new
device.
Install aSIM card and
memory card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use
your previous SIM card. Contact your service provider
for more details.
Warning: Small components such as SIM cards and
memory cards can pose a choking risk. Please be
careful when handling these cards to avoid
damaging them.
You can install an optional microSD
™ memory card
(not included) to add more memory space to your
device. A memory card can be installed at any time.
It is not necessary to install it prior to using the
device.
Caution: Be careful when using the removal tool to
eject an internal card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the
SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until
the tray pops out.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
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3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into
the slot.
Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
A charger (charging head and USB cable) is included
with the device for charging the battery from any
standard outlet.
Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port
before inserting a power connector to charge your
device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your
device may operate abnormally. For example, it may
charge more slowly or overheat.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
Caution: Use only charging devices that are approved
by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for
your device to maximize battery life. Using other
accessories may void your warranty and may cause
damage.
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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.
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