Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G User manual

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Galaxy ZFold25G
User manual

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Contents
Features
Mobile continuity |Bixby |Biometric security |Dark mode
Getting started
Device Layout: Galaxy ZFold2 5G |Folded |Adaptive flex mode
Set up your device: Charge the battery |Wireless power sharing
Start using your device: Turn on your device |Use the Setup Wizard |Transfer data from
an old device |Lock or unlock your device |Side key settings |Accounts |Set up voicemail |
Navigation |Navigation bar |Customize your home screen |Samsung Free |Bixby |Digital
wellbeing and parental controls |Always On Display |Biometric security |App continuity |
Mobile continuity |Multi window |Edge panels |Enter text |Emergency mode
Customize your home screen: App icons |Wallpaper |Themes |Icons |Widgets |Home
screen settings |Easy mode |Status bar |Notification panel
Camera and Gallery
Camera: Navigate the camera screen |Configure shooting mode |AR Zone |Live focus |
Scene optimizer |Single take |Super Slow-mo |Record videos |Live focus video |Zoom-in
mic |Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures |Edit pictures |Play video |Video enhancer |Edit video |Share
pictures and videos |Delete pictures and videos |Group similar images |Take ascreenshot |
Screen recorder
Mobile continuity
Link to Windows |Samsung DeX
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Contents
Samsung apps
Galaxy Essentials |AR Zone |Bixby |Galaxy Store |Galaxy Wearable |Game Launcher |
Samsung Global Goals |Smart Switch |SmartThings |Tips |Calculator |Calendar |
Clock |Contacts |Internet |Messages |My Files |Phone |Samsung Health |Samsung
Notes |Samsung Pay
Google apps
Chrome |Drive |Duo |Gmail |Google |Google Pay |Maps |Photos |Play Movies &TV |
Play Store |YouTube |YT Music
Microsoft apps
Outlook |Office |OneDrive
Settings
Connections:Wi-Fi |Bluetooth |NFC and payment |Airplane mode |Mobile networks |
Data usage |Mobile hotspot |Tethering |Nearby device scanning |Connect to aprinter |
Virtual Private Networks |Private DNS |Ethernet
Customization:Display |Notifications |Sounds and vibration
Security:Lock screen and security |Face recognition |Fingerprint scanner
Accounts:Add an account |Account settings |Remove an account |Backup and restore |
Google settings
Backup:Google Account |External storage transfer
Accessibility:Recommended for you |TalkBack |Visibility enhancements |Hearing
enhancements |Interaction and dexterity |Advanced settings |Installed services |About
Accessibility
Other:Android Auto |Tips and help |Dual Messenger |About phone
Learn more
Legal information

Getting started
Galaxy ZFold2 5G
Folded
Adaptive flex mode
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy ZFold2 5G
Speaker
Side key/
Fingerprint
scanner
Volume keys
Front camera
Speaker
SIM card tray
USB charger/
Accessory port
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WARNING Your device contains magnets. Keep asafe distance between your
device and objects that may be affected by magnets such as credit cards and
implantable medical devices. If you have an implantable medical device, consult
your physician before use.
•Do not press the screen or the front camera with ahard or sharp object, such as a
pen or your fingernail, or apply excessive pressure. Doing so could result in
scratching or puncturing the screen.
•This device is not water or dust resistant. Do not allow any liquids or particles to
enter the device.
•When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using
speakerphone, do not place the device close to your ears.
•Be careful not to expose the camera lens to astrong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to astrong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. Adamaged image sensor is
irreparable and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be arisk of
injury.

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Folded
Side key/
Fingerprint
scanner
Volume keys
Rear cameras
USB charger/
Accessory port
Flash
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•Fold the device before putting it in abag or storing it. Do not store the device
unfolded as another object could scratch or puncture the screen.
•Do not fold the device toward the back side. The device will be damaged.
•When folding the device, do not place any objects, such as cards, coins, or keys,
on the Main screen. The screen may be damaged.
•You may notice acrease at the center of the Main screen. This is anormal
characteristic of the device.

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Adaptive flex mode
Take advantage of both screens for your preferred viewing and camera experiences.
lFlex mode: Open the phone and set it on aflat surface. Adjust one of the halves of
the inside screen to acomfortable viewing angle. The video or viewfinder moves to
the top half of the screen, while the controls appear on the bottom half.
lTent view: Prop your device up on aflat surface using the edges of the screen and
watch video on the cover screen.
lCover view: Watch video on the cover screen by setting the other half of the phone
on aflat surface and adjusting the cover screen to acomfortable viewing angle.
NOTE Flex mode is only available for supported apps.
Flex mode
Tent mode Cover mode
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Set up your device
Charge the battery |Wireless power sharing
Your device uses anano-SIM card. ASIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able
to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for more details.
Install SIM card
Place the SIM card into the tray with
the gold contacts facing down.
Charge your device
Before turning on your device, charge
it fully.
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NOTE The use of mobile devices on an aircraft or aship may be subject to
federal and local guidelines and restrictions. Check with appropriate authorities
and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your
device.

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NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable) 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.
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 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.
Charge the battery
Your device is powered by arechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB
Type-C cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from apower
outlet.
TIP 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 device’s normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the device
and wait for the device to cool down. For more information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.

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Wireless power sharing
Wirelessly charge your compatible Samsung devices using your phone. Some features
are not available while sharing power.
1. From Settings, tap Battery and device care >Battery >Wireless power
sharing.
2. Tap Battery limit and choose apercentage. Once the device you are charging has
reached this level of charge, wireless power sharing automatically turns off.
3. Tap to turn on the charging feature.
4. With the phone face down, place the compatible device on the back of the phone
to charge. Anotification sound or vibration occurs when charging begins.
NOTE Wireless power sharing works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires
minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by
device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s
devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover
from each device.
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For best results when using Wireless power sharing, please note:
•Remove any accessories or cover before using the feature. Depending on the
type of accessory or cover, Wireless power sharing may not work properly.
•The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device, so you may need to
adjust the placement to make aconnection. When charging starts, anotification
or vibration will occur, so the notification will help you know you've made a
connection.
•Call reception or data services may be affected, depending on your network
environment.
•Charging speed or efficiency can vary depending on device condition or
surrounding environment.
•Do not use headphones while charging with Wireless power sharing.
Start using your device
Turn on your device |Use the Setup Wizard |Transfer data from an old device |Lock or
unlock your device |Side key settings |Accounts |Set up voicemail |Navigation |
Navigation bar |Customize your home screen |Samsung Free |Bixby |Digital wellbeing
and parental controls |Always On Display |Biometric security |App continuity |Mobile
continuity |Multi window |Edge panels |Enter text |Emergency mode
Turn on your device
Use the Side key to turn your device on. 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 Side key to turn the device on.
•To turn the device off, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the
same time, and tap Power off.Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the
same time, and tap Restart.Confirm when prompted.
TIP To learn more about powering off your device from Settings, tap
Advanced features >Side key >How to power off your phone.

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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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Transfer data from an old device
Use Smart Switch™to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes,
calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your data via
USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer.
Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to learn more.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Bring data from old device.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
Old Device
New Galaxy
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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.
Side key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on
the screen and
then swipe the
screen to
unlock it.
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Side key settings
You can customize the shortcuts assigned to the Side key.
Double press
Choose which feature is launched when the Side key is pressed twice.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features >Side key.
2. Tap Double press to enable this feature, and tap an option:
lQuick launch camera (default)
lOpen Bixby
lOpen app
Press and hold
Choose which feature is launched when you press and hold the Side key.
1. From Settings, tap Advanced features >Side key.
2. Under the Press and hold heading, tap an option:
lWake Bixby (default)
lPower off menu
Accounts
Set up and manage your accounts.
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 >Manage accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Google.

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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.
Add aSamsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
◌From Settings, tap Samsung account.
Add an Outlook account
Sign in to your Outlook®account to view and manage email messages.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Manage accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Outlook.
Set up voicemail
You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can
access voicemail through the Phone app.
1. From Phone,touch and hold the 1key.
2. Follow the tutorial to create apassword, record agreeting, and record your
name.

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Navigation
Atouch screen responds best to alight touch from the pad of your finger or a
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or ametallic object on the touch screen may
damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the
warranty.
Tap
Lightly touch items to select or launch them.
lTap an item to select it.
lDouble-tap an image to zoom in or out.
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Swipe
Lightly drag your finger across the screen.
lSwipe the screen to unlock the device.
lSwipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
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Drag and drop
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to anew location.
lDrag an app shortcut to add it to aHome screen.
lDrag awidget to place it in anew location.
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