Samsung galaxy S9 User manual

SAMSUNG
Galaxy S9 I S9+
User manual

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Table of contents
Device features 1
Meet Bixby 1
Camera 1
Security 1
Water and dust resistance 1
Getting started 2
Front layout 3
Back layout 4
Assemble your device 5
Start using your device 7
Use the Setup Wizard 7
Lock or unlock your device 8
Accounts 9
Transfer data from an old device 10
Set up voicemail 10
Navigation 11
Navigation bar 16
Customize your home screen 18
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Edge screen 24
Bixby 28
Always On Display 29
Flexible security 30
Multi window 35
Enter text 36
Emergency mode 39
Apps 41
Using apps 42
Uninstall or disable apps 42
Search for apps 42
Sort apps 42
Create and use folders 43
Samsung apps 44
Galaxy Essentials 44
Galaxy Apps 44
Galaxy Wearable 44
Samsung Health 45
Samsung Notes 47

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Samsung Pay 48
Samsung+ 50
SmartThings 51
Calculator 52
Calendar 53
Camera 55
Clock 61
Contacts 65
Email 70
Gallery 73
Internet 78
Messages 81
My Files 83
Phone 85
Google apps 93
Chrome 93
Drive 93
Duo 93
Gmail 93

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Google 93
Maps 94
Photos 94
Play Movies &TV 94
Play Music 94
Play Store 94
YouTube 94
Carrier apps 95
Mobile 95
My Account 95
Pocket Geek 95
Stream 95
Voicemail 95
Settings 96
Access Settings 97
Search for Settings 97
Connections 98
Wi-Fi 98
Bluetooth 100

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Phone visibility 101
NFC and payment 101
Airplane mode 102
Mobile networks 103
Data usage 103
Mobile hotspot 105
Tethering 107
Nearby device scanning 107
Connect to aprinter 107
MirrorLink 108
Download booster 108
Virtual Private Networks 108
Ethernet 109
Private DNS 109
Sounds and vibration 110
Sound mode 110
Vibrations 111
Volume 111
Ringtone 112

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Notification sounds 112
System sounds and vibration 112
Dolby Atmos 113
Equalizer 113
Headset audio options 113
Adapt sound 114
Separate app sound 114
Notifications 114
Manage notifications 115
Smart alert 115
Smart pop-up view 115
Display 116
Screen brightness 116
Blue light filter 116
Night mode 116
Screen mode 117
Font size and style 117
Screen zoom 117
Screen resolution 117

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Full screen apps 118
Lift to wake 118
Screen timeout 118
Accidental touch protection 118
Touch sensitivity 118
Screen saver 119
Smart stay 119
Reduce animations 119
One-handed mode 120
Device maintenance 120
Quick optimization 120
Battery 121
Storage and memory card 121
Memory 122
Language and input 122
Date and time 125
Troubleshooting 125
Lock screen and security 129
Screen lock types 129

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Clock and information 130
Google Play Protect 130
Find My Mobile 130
Security update 131
Samsung Pass 131
Install unknown apps 132
Secure Folder 132
Secure startup 132
Encrypt SD card 132
View passwords 133
Security update service 133
Device administration 133
Credential storage 134
Advanced security settings 134
Location 135
App permissions 136
Permission usage monitor 136
Send diagnostic data 136
Samsung Ads 136

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Accounts 137
Samsung Cloud 137
Add an account 137
Account settings 137
Synchronize accounts 138
Remove an account 138
Backup and restore 138
Google settings 139
Accessibility 139
Screen Reader 139
Visibility enhancements 140
Hearing Enhancements 141
Interaction and dexterity 142
Advanced settings 143
Installed services 144
Other settings 144
Help 144
Fast wireless charging 144
Manage game features 145

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Dual messenger 145
About phone 145
Learn more 146
Videos 146
Smart Simulator 146
Tips 146
Samsung Care 146
Talk to an agent 146
Legal information 147
Intellectual property 148
Open source software 148
Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of liability 149
Modification of software 149
Samsung Knox 150
Maintaining water and dust resistance 150
Restricting children’s access to your mobile device 151
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 152

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Device features
Meet Bixby
Bixby learns what you like to do and works with your favorite apps and
services to help you get more done. See Bixby on page 28.
Camera
The camera on your device has several unique features. See Camera on
page 55.
Security
Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device. For more information,
see Flexible security on page 30.
Water and dust resistance
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system. See
Maintaining water and dust resistance on page 150.

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Getting started
Front layout
Back layout
Assemble your device
Start using your device

Proximity sensor
Iris scanner-
------,
Volume keys ~
Bixby key - -1
USB charger/
-----
Accessory port
microSD/
..--------- SIM card tray
- - Front camera
Power
key
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Front layout
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Rear camera - -----'-
Fingerprint- -----'-
scanner
Speaker
---_J
Microphone ----_J
Dual camera
+-- -Flash
Heart rate sensor
Headset jack
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Back layout
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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- ---- Install SIM/microSD card
Slide the SIM card and
optional
microSD™ card
(sold separately) into
the
tray with the gold contacts
facing down.
1------ Chargeyourdevice
Before turning on your
device, charge
it fully.
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Assemble your device
Your device uses anano-SIM card. Your SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be
able to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for more details.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries that are approved by Samsung.
Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your device to
maximize battery life. Using other charging devices and batteries may void your
warranty and may cause damage.

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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, see Maintaining water and dust resistance on page 150.
CAUTION To avoid electric shock and damage to your device, do not charge
device while it is wet or in an area where it could get wet. Do not handle device,
charger or cords with wet hands while charging. For more information, see
Maintaining water and dust resistance on page 150.
NOTE While charging, the device and the charger may become hot and stop
charging. This usually does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is
in the normal range of operation. Remove the device from the charger and wait
for the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support
/answer/ANS00076952/.

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Start using your device
Use the Power key to turn your device on or off. Do not use the device if the body is
cracked or broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
◌Press and hold the Power key.
•Toturn the device off, press and hold the Power key, and tap Power off.
Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Power key, and tap Restart.
Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard guides you through the basics
of setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose adefault language, connect to aWi-Fi®network, set up
accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.

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Power key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then drag
your
finger across the
screen to unlock.
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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. For more information about screen
locks, see Lock screen and security on page 129.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Accounts
Set up and manage your email accounts, your Google™Account, and Samsung account.
TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See
your carrier for more information.
Add aGoogle Account
Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google cloud storage, apps installed
from your account, and make full use of your device’s Android™features.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Google.
NOTE When you sign in to aGoogle Account, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is
activated. FRP requires your Google Account information when resetting to
factory settings. For more information, see Factory reset protection on page 128.
Add aSamsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2.Tap Add account >Samsung account.
TIP To quickly access your Samsung account, from Settings tap Samsung
account.
Add an email account
Sign in to one or more of your email accounts to view and manage email messages.
◌From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts,and then tap
Add account >Email.