Samsung Galaxy S8 User manual

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

Special Features..............................1
Hello Bixby ..................................2
Edge Screen .................................2
Flexible Security .............................2
Water and Dust Resistance....................3
Getting Started..............................4
Introduction .................................5
Set Up Your Device .............................7
Assemble Your Device ........................8
Start Using Your Device......................12
Set Up Your Device ..........................13
Learn About YourDevice .......................19
Front View................................. 20
Back View ................................. 22
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ... 24
Home Screen .............................. 25
Status Bar ................................. 33
Bixby...................................... 37
Navigation ................................ 38
Enter Text .................................40
Face Recognition...........................44
Fingerprint Scanner ........................ 45
Table of Contents
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iiiTable of Contents
Iris Scanner................................46
Multi Window.............................. 49
Emergency Mode ...........................51
Edge Screen ............................... 53
Apps .........................................58
Using Apps ................................ 59
Applications Settings ...................... 62
Calculator .................................64
Calendar .................................. 66
Camera and Video.......................... 70
Camera Overview ...........................71
Clock ..................................... 78
Contacts ...................................81
Email ..................................... 93
Galaxy Apps ..............................100
Gallery ...................................101
Google Apps ..............................108
Internet ...................................112
Messages .................................116
My Files .................................. 124
Phone.....................................126
Place and Answer Calls .....................127
Samsung Connect......................... 143
Samsung Gear ............................ 143
Samsung Health .......................... 144
SamsungNotes ........................... 146
SamsungPay ............................. 148
Samsung+.................................151
Secure Folder ..............................151
Virgin Mobile Apps .........................152

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Settings ....................................156
How to Use Settings .......................157
Connections ................................ 158
Wi-Fi..................................... 159
Bluetooth ................................ 163
Phone Visibility ........................... 169
Data Usage ............................... 169
Airplane Mode .............................171
NFC and Payment ..........................172
Hotspot and Tethering......................173
Mobile Networks...........................177
Location...................................178
Nearby Device Scanning ....................179
Printing ..................................180
MirrorLink.................................181
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) .............181
Ethernet ................................. 184
Sounds and Vibration ........................ 185
Sound Mode .............................. 186
Vibrations ................................ 186
Volume ...................................187
Ringtone ................................. 188
Notification Sounds ....................... 189
Do Not Disturb............................ 190
System Sounds ............................191
Key-Tap Feedback..........................191
Sound Quality and Effects ..................192
Separate App Sound....................... 193
Notifications ............................... 194
Block App Notifications.................... 195

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Customize App Notifications ............... 195
Display ..................................... 196
Screen Brightness..........................197
Blue Light Filter............................197
Screen Mode.............................. 198
Screen Resolution......................... 198
Screen Zoom and Font..................... 199
Full Screen Apps .......................... 199
Easy Mode................................200
Icon Frames .............................. 201
LED Indicator ............................. 201
Status Bar ................................ 201
Navigation Bar............................202
Screen Timeout ...........................202
Keep Screen Turned Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Screen Saver..............................203
Smart Stay ...............................203
One-Handed Mode ........................204
Wallpapers andThemes .....................205
Wallpapers ...............................206
Themes ..................................206
Icons..................................... 207
Always On Displays (AODs) ................207
Device Maintenance ........................208
Quick Optimization........................209
Battery...................................209
Performance Mode ........................ 210
Storage ...................................211
Memory .................................. 213
Language and Input ....................... 213

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Date and Time .............................215
Report Diagnostic Information ..............215
Reset .....................................215
Factory Data Reset ........................ 216
System Updates .......................... 218
Lock Screen andSecurity ....................220
Set a Screen Lock ......................... 221
Always On Display Settings ................ 222
Lock Screen and AOD Settings .............223
Samsung Pass ............................223
Unknown Sources .........................223
Secure Folder .............................224
Secure Startup............................224
Encrypt SD Card .......................... 224
Set Up SIM Card Lock ......................225
View Passwords........................... 225
Security Update Service ...................225
Phone Administration ..................... 226
Credential Storage ........................ 226
Advanced Security Settings ................ 227
Accounts ...................................228
Samsung Cloud ...........................229
Accounts Settings.........................230
Backup and Restore ....................... 231
GoogleSettings........................... 232
Accessibility ................................234
Vision ....................................235
Hearing ..................................236
Dexterity and Interaction .................. 237
Configure Other Accessibility Settings ......238

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Accessibility Services......................238
Other Settings ..............................239
Help .....................................240
Manage Game Features ...................240
Device Assistance App.....................240
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a
Computer .................................241
About Phone ............................. 242
Getting Help ...............................245
Videos ...................................246
Simulators ...............................246
Tips ......................................246
Samsung Support .........................246
For Assistance ............................ 247
Virgin Mobile Account Information
and Help ................................. 249
Legal ........................................251
Legal Information ......................... 252

Learn about your mobile
device’s special features.
Special Features

2Special Features
Hello Bixby
Hello Bixby allows you to quickly set reminders, create
voice dictation, and search and access content on your
phone and on the Internet.
For more information, see “Bixby” on page37.
Edge Screen
The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for
notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping.
For more information see “Edge Screen” on page53.
Flexible Security
Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device.
Face Recognition
Configure facial recognition security to add an extra
layer of security when using your phone.
For more information, see “Face Recognition” on
page44.
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45.
Iris Scanner
Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering
passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes
to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung
account.
For more information, see “Iris Scanner” on page46.

3Special Features
Water and Dust
Resistance
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection
rating system.
For more information, see “Maintaining Water and Dust
Resistance” on page255.

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

5
Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this
guide and your new phone.
About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing the Samsung GalaxyS8.
Thefollowing topics explain how best to use this guide
to get the most out of your phone.
Before Using Your Phone
Read the Get Started guide and Important Information
booklet that were packaged with your phone
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
tapping Home. Some operation descriptions may
besimplified.
Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots and other illustrations in this 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.” A microSD™,
microSDHC™, or microSDXC™card is referred to as an
“SD card” or a “memory card.”

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Get Support from My Account
You can also access support for your phone and service
through the preloaded My Account app.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap MyAccount.
3. From the My Account main page, tap My Account.
4. Tap a topic to view its contents.

Set Up Your Device
Learn how to set up your device for the firsttime.

Set Up Your Device 8
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card and a
MemoryCard
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation,
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details,
such as your Personal Identification 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.
You can also install an optional microSD™, microSDHC™,
or microSDXC™ 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.
Note: Your phone’s SIM card is preinstalled. These
instructions are for reference only.
Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to
eject the internal SIM card/Memory 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.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown.
3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.

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4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into
theslot.
Note: Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water
resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and
dust-resistant features of your device, make sure
that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are
maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is
securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For
more information, refer to “Maintaining Water and Dust
Resistance” on page255.
Charge the Battery
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. For more information, refer to
“Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance” on page255.
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. You can use the
device while charging.
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive
Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger
provides faster charging only when connected to
devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.

Set Up Your Device 10
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.
Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries
approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are
designed foryour device to maximize battery life. Using
other accessories may invalidate yourwarranty and
may cause damage.
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.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at
regular intervals.
In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.
When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level:
►View the battery charge indicator located in the top
right corner of your device’s display. Asolid color
( ) indicates a full charge.

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You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea
of the remaining charge on the battery. For more
information, see “Battery” on page209.
While charging, the device and the charger may
become hot when using wireless charging or fast
charging. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or
performance and is in the device’s normal range of
operation.
The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes
too hot.
If the device heats up while charging the battery:
1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close
any running apps.
2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin
charging the device again.
• If the lower part of the device overheats,
check for damage to the connected USB cable.
Replace the damaged USB cable with a new
Samsung-approved cable.
If using a wireless charger, do not place foreign
materials between the device and the wireless charger.
Micro-USB Connector
You can use the included Micro-USB connector to
connect a Micro-USB cable (such as from your old
device) to your new device for charging with the
charging head, or for connecting to a computer.

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Note: The Micro-USB connector does not support
On-the-Go (OTG) devices such as memory sticks,
external hard drives, or keyboard and mouse
accessories.
Reverse Charging
The included USB connector allows you to charge
another device through a USB cable.
Youcan also use the USB connector for transferring
contacts, photos, and other content from an old device.
For more information, see “Transfer Data from Your Old
Device” on page18.
Start Using Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.
To turn the device on:
►Press and hold the Power key until the device
turnson.
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key until the
Deviceoptions menu is displayed.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.

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Lock or Unlock Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.
By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.
To lock the device:
►Press the Power key.
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. To
choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen
Lock” on page221.
To unlock the device:
►Press the Power key or double-tap Home, and
then drag your finger across the screen.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
restart your device.
►Press and hold the Power key and the
Volumedown key at the same time for morethan
seven seconds.
Set Up Your Device
Use the Set Up Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome
screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi®network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.
Note: On the Welcome screen, there may be an
Accessibility button. If you are visually impaired or hard
of hearing, tap Accessibility to change the accessibility
settings.