Samsung J7 Star User manual

SAMSUNG
Galaxy J7 Star
User manual

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Table of contents
Features 1
Bixby 1
Camera 1
Security 1
Expandable storage 1
Night mode 1
Getting started 2
Front view 3
Back view 4
Assemble your device 5
Charge the battery 6
Start using your device 6
Use the setup wizard 6
Transfer data from an old device 7
Lock or unlock your device 8
Accounts 9
Set up voicemail 10
Navigation 11
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Customize your home screen 16
Bixby 23
Digital wellbeing 24
Flexible security 24
Multi window 26
Enter text 27
Emergency mode 30
Apps 32
Using apps 33
Uninstall or disable apps 33
Search for apps 33
Sort apps 33
Create and use folders 34
App settings 34
Samsung apps 36
Galaxy Essentials 36
Galaxy Store 36
Galaxy Wearable 36
Samsung Members 36

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Samsung Notes 37
SmartThings 39
Calculator 40
Calendar 41
Camera 43
Contacts 47
Clock 52
Email 57
Gallery 60
Internet 64
Messages 67
My Files 69
Phone 71
Google apps 79
Chrome 79
Drive 79
Duo 79
Gmail 79
Google 79

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Google Pay 80
Maps 80
Photos 80
Play Movies &TV 80
Play Music 80
Play Store 81
YouTube 81
Carrier apps 82
Device Unlock 82
Mobile Hotspot 82
Name ID 82
T-Mobile 82
Visual Voicemail 82
Additional apps 83
Facebook 83
McAfee Security 83
Settings 84
Access Settings 85
Search for Settings 85

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Connections 85
Wi-Fi 85
Bluetooth 87
Phone visibility 88
NFC and payment 88
Airplane mode 89
Mobile networks 90
Data usage 90
Mobile hotspot 91
Tethering 93
Nearby device scanning 93
Connect to aprinter 93
Virtual Private Networks 94
Private DNS 94
Sounds and vibration 95
Sound mode 95
Vibrations 96
Volume 96
Ringtone 97

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System sounds and vibration 97
Dolby Atmos 97
Equalizer 98
Headset audio options 98
Adapt sound 98
Separate app sound 99
Notifications 99
Manage notifications 99
Customize app notifications 100
Smart alert 100
Display 100
Screen brightness 100
Blue light filter 101
Night mode 101
Screen mode 101
Font size and style 102
Screen zoom 102
Screen timeout 102
Accidental touch protection 102

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Screen saver 103
Reduce animations 103
One-handed mode 103
Device maintenance 104
Quick optimization 104
Battery 104
Storage 105
Memory 106
Language and input 106
Date and time 109
Troubleshooting 109
Lock screen and security 113
Screen lock types 113
Google Play Protect 114
Find My Mobile 114
Security update 115
Install unknown apps 115
Secure Folder 115
Secure startup 116

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Encrypt SD card 116
Set up SIM card lock 117
View passwords 117
Security update service 117
Device administration 117
Credential storage 118
Advanced security settings 118
Location 119
App permissions 120
Permission usage monitor 120
Send diagnostic data 120
Accounts 121
Add an account 121
Account settings 121
Remove an account 121
Samsung Cloud 122
Backup and restore 122
Google settings 123
Accessibility 123

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Screen reader 123
Visibility enhancements 124
Hearing enhancements 125
Interaction and dexterity 126
Advanced settings 128
Installed services 128
Other settings 129
Help 129
Manage game features 129
Dual Messenger 129
About phone 130
Learn more 131
Videos 131
Smart Simulator 131
Tips 131
Samsung Care 131
Talk to an agent 131
Legal information 132
Samsung Knox 132

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Restricting children’s access to your mobile device 133

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Features
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 23.
Camera
The camera on your device has several unique features. See Camera on
page 43.
Security
Use your face to unlock your device. For more information, see Flexible security
on page 24.
Expandable storage
Expand storage with asupported microSD™card. See Memory card on page 105.
Night mode
Use adarker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night. See Night mode on
page 101.

Getting started
Front view
Back view
Assemble your device
Start using your device
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Front view
Front camera
Power key
Volume keys
USB charger/
Accessory port
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Back view
Flash
Rear camera
Microphone
Headset jack Microphone
SIM/microSD
card tray
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Assemble your device
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/microSD card
Place the SIM card and
optional microSD card (sold
separately) into the tray with the
gold contacts facing down.
Charge your device
Before turning on your
device, charge it fully.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
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.

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Charge the battery
Your device is powered by arechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB
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.
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.
•To turn 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.
Confirm when prompted.
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 >Smart Switch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.

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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 113.
Power key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then swipe
the screen to unlock it.
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 111.
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.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Email.