Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G User manual

Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
User manual

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Contents
Features
Biometric security | Dark mode
Getting started
Device Layout: Galaxy Z Fold2 5G | Folded | Adaptive flex mode
Set up your device: Charge the battery | Wireless power sharing | Accessories
Start using your device: Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Bring 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 |
Modes and Routines | Digital wellbeing and parental controls | Always On Display |
Biometric security | App continuity | Taskbar | Multi window | Edge panels | Enter text
Customize your home screen: App icons | Wallpaper | Themes | Icons | Widgets | Home
screen settings | Easy mode | Status bar | Notification panel | Quick settings
Camera and Gallery
Camera: Navigate the camera screen | Configure shooting mode | AR Zone | Record
videos | Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures | Edit pictures | Play video | Video brightness | Edit video | Share
pictures and videos | Delete pictures and videos | Group similar images | Take a
screenshot | Screen recorder
Samsung apps
AR Zone | Bixby | Galaxy Store | Galaxy Wearable | Game Launcher | Samsung Global
Goals | Samsung Members | Samsung Wallet | Smart Switch | SmartThings | Tips |
Calculator | Calendar | Clock | Contacts | Internet | Messages | My Files | Phone |
Samsung Health | Samsung Notes
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Contents
Google apps
Chrome | Drive | Gmail | Google | Google TV | Maps | Meet | Photos | Play Store | Wallet |
YouTube | YT Music
Microsoft apps
Outlook | Microsoft 365 | OneDrive
Settings
Connections: Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | NFC and payment | Ultra-wideband | Airplane mode |
Mobile networks | Data usage | SIM manager | Mobile hotspot | Tethering | Nearby
device scanning | Connect to a printer | Virtual Private Networks | Private DNS |
Ethernet | Network unlock | Connected devices
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: Samsung account | Google Account | External storage transfer
Accessibility: Recommended for you | TalkBack | Spoken assistance | Visibility
enhancements | Hearing enhancements | Interaction and dexterity | Advanced
settings | Installed apps | About Accessibility | Contact us
Other: Tips and help | Dual Messenger | Smart suggestions | Medical info | Labs | About
phone
Learn more
Legal information
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Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
Folded
Adaptive flex mode
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
Speaker
Side key/
Fingerprint
sensor
Volume keys
Front camera
Speaker USB/Charger/
Audio port
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WARNING Your device contains magnets. Keep a safe 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 a hard 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 a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight, the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged 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 a risk of
injury.
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Folded
Side key/
Fingerprint
sensor
Volume keys
Rear camera
USB/Charging/
Audio port
Flash
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• Fold the device before putting it in a bag or storing it. Do not store the device
unfolded as another object could scratch or puncture the screen. When folding
the device, do not place any objects on the Main screen. The screen may be
damaged.
• Do not fold the device toward the back side. The device will be damaged.
• Be careful not to drop the device on the floor, as it could damage the screen itself
or the area where the screen folds.
• You may notice a crease at the center of the Main screen. This is a normal
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 a flat surface. Adjust one of the halves of
the inside screen to a comfortable 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 a flat surface using the edges of the screen and
watch video on the cover screen.
lCover view: Watch videos on the cover screen by setting the other half of the phone
on a flat surface and adjusting the cover screen to a comfortable viewing angle.
NOTE Adaptive 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 | Accessories
Your device uses a nano-SIM card. A SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able
to use your previous SIM card. Network indicators for 5G service are based on your
service provider’s specifications and network availability. Contact your service
provider 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.
100%
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Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
NOTE Wall charger sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and
cables. To avoid injury or damage to your device, do not use incompatible, worn
or damaged batteries, chargers or cables. Using other charging devices and
batteries may not be covered under warranty and may cause damage. For
more information on your device, including charging compatibility, please visit
samsung.com.
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 a percentage. 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. A notification 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 a connection. When charging starts, a
notification 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.
Accessories
Supported accessories (sold separately) can be configured through Settings. This
option may only appear after you have connected an accessory to your device.
Visit samsung.com/us/mobile/mobile-accessories to learn more.
◌ From Settings, tap Advanced features > Accessories.
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Getting started
Start using your device
Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Bring 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 | Modes and
Routines | Digital wellbeing and parental controls | Always On Display | Biometric
security | App continuity | Taskbar | Multi window | Edge panels | Enter text
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.
NOTE Best 5G performance requires optimal 5G connection and unobstructed
antennas (rear of device); see service provider for network availability; 5G
performance may be impacted by a case or cover.
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 a default language, connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up
accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
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Bring data from an old device
Download Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes,
calendars, and more from your old device. Smart Switch can transfer your data using
a USB cable, Wi-Fi, or computer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Bring data from old device.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
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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 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.
Contact your service provider for more information.
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Add a Google 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.
When you sign in to a Google Account and set a Lock screen, Google Device
Protection is activated. This service requires your Google Account information when
resetting to factory settings. For more information, see Google Play Protect.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Manage accounts.
2. Tap Add account > Google.
Add a Samsung 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. Options may vary by service provider.
1. From Phone, touch and hold the 1 key or tap Voicemail.
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your
name.
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Navigation
A touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic 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.
Drag and drop
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location.
lDrag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
lDrag a widget to place it in a new location.
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