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
Bixby........................................2
Edge Screen .................................2
Flexible Security .............................2
Water and Dust Resistance....................3
Getting Started..............................4
Set Up Your Device .............................5
Assemble Your Device ........................6
Start Using Your Device......................10
Set Up Your Device ..........................11
Learn About YourDevice .......................15
Front View..................................16
Back View ..................................18
Home Screen ...............................19
Notification Panel.......................... 22
Customize Your Home Screen ............... 25
Bixby...................................... 29
Navigation ................................30
Entering Text .............................. 32
Face Recognition........................... 35
Fingerprint Scanner ........................ 36
Table of Contents
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iiiTable of Contents
Iris Scanner................................ 37
Multi Window..............................40
Emergency Mode .......................... 42
Edge Screen ...............................44
Apps .........................................48
Using Apps ................................ 49
Applications Settings ...................... 52
Calculator ................................. 54
Calendar .................................. 56
Camera and Video.......................... 59
Clock ..................................... 66
Contacts .................................. 69
Cricket Apps ................................75
Email ......................................76
Galaxy Apps ............................... 79
Gallery ...................................80
Google Apps ............................... 85
Internet ...................................88
Messages ................................. 92
My Files ................................... 97
Phone..................................... 99
Samsung Connect.........................108
Samsung Gear ............................108
Samsung Health .......................... 109
SamsungNotes ............................111
SamsungPay ..............................113
Samsung+.................................116
Secure Folder ..............................116
Smart Switch ..............................116

ivTable of Contents
Settings .....................................117
How to Use Settings .......................118
Connections .................................119
Wi-Fi..................................... 120
Bluetooth ................................ 123
Phone Visibility ........................... 125
Data Usage ............................... 125
Airplane Mode .............................127
NFC and Payment ......................... 128
Mobile Hotspot ........................... 129
Tethering..................................132
Mobile Networks...........................132
Location.................................. 133
Nearby Device Scanning ................... 134
Printing .................................. 134
MirrorLink................................ 135
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ............ 135
Reset Network Settings ....................137
Ethernet ..................................137
Sounds and Vibration ........................ 138
Sound Mode .............................. 139
Easy Mute ................................ 139
Vibrations ................................ 139
Volume .................................. 140
Ringtone ................................. 142
Notification Sounds ....................... 142
Do Not Disturb............................ 143
System Sounds ........................... 143
Key-Tap Feedback......................... 144
Sound Quality and Effects ................. 144

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Separate App Sound....................... 145
Notifications ............................... 146
Block App Notifications.....................147
Customize App Notifications ................147
Display ..................................... 148
Screen Brightness......................... 149
Blue Light Filter........................... 149
Screen Mode.............................. 150
Screen Resolution......................... 150
Screen Zoom and Font......................151
Full Screen Apps ...........................151
Easy Mode.................................152
Icon Frames ...............................152
LED Indicator ............................. 153
Status Bar ................................ 153
Navigation Bar............................ 153
Screen Timeout ........................... 154
Keep Screen Turned Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Screen Saver.............................. 154
Wallpapers and Themes ..................... 156
Wallpapers ................................157
Themes ...................................157
Icons..................................... 158
Always On Displays (AODs) ................ 158
Device Maintenance ......................... 159
Quick Optimization........................ 160
Battery................................... 160
Performance Mode .........................161
Storage ...................................161
Memory .................................. 163

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Language and Input ....................... 164
Date and Time .............................167
Report Diagnostic Information ..............167
Reset .................................... 168
Factory Data Reset ........................ 168
Software Update .......................... 170
Lock Screen andSecurity .....................171
Set a Screen Lock ..........................172
Always On Display Settings .................173
Lock Screen and AOD Settings ..............173
Samsung Pass .............................174
Find My Mobile ............................174
Unknown Sources ..........................175
Secure Folder ..............................175
Secure Startup.............................175
Encrypt SD Card ...........................176
Factory Data Reset Password ...............176
Set Up SIM Card Lock .......................176
View Passwords............................176
Security Update Service ....................177
Device Administration ......................177
Credential Storage .........................178
Advanced Security Settings .................178
Accounts ...................................180
Samsung Cloud ............................181
My Profile ................................ 182
Add an Account ........................... 182
Backup and Restore ....................... 184
GoogleSettings........................... 185

viiTable of Contents
Accessibility .................................187
Vision .................................... 188
Hearing .................................. 189
Dexterity and Interaction .................. 190
More Accessibility Settings .................191
Accessibility Services.......................191
Other Settings ...............................192
Manage Game Features ................... 193
Device Assistance App..................... 193
About Phone ............................. 194
Getting Help ...............................195
Videos ................................... 196
Simulators ............................... 196
Tips ...................................... 196
Samsung Support ......................... 196
Legal ........................................ 197
Legal Information ......................... 198

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

2Special Features
Bixby
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29.
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44.
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35.
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.
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37.

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202.