Samsung S8+ User manual

SAMSUNG
Galaxy S8 I S8+
U S ER MANU A L

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Table of contents
Special features
Hi Bixby
Flexible security
Water and dust resistance
Getting started
Front view
Back view
Set up your device
Assemble your device
Start using your device
Learn about your device
Navigation
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Navigation bar 19
Home screen 21
Customize your Home screen 22
Status bar 28
Notification panel 30
Edge screen 33
Bixby 39
Always On Display 41
Face recognition 42
Iris scanner 43
Fingerprint scanner 45
Multi window 47
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Emergency mode
Apps
Use apps
Calculator
Calendar
Camera and video
Clock
Contacts
Email
Galaxy Apps
Gallery
Google Apps
Internet
Messages
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My Files 101
Phone 103
Samsung Gear 113
Samsung Notes 114
Samsung Pay 116
Samsung+ 118
Secure Folder 120
Smart Switch 122
Samsung Connect 122
Additional apps 123
Settings 124
Access Settings 125
Search for Settings 125
Connections 126
Wi-Fi 127
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Bluetooth
Phone visibility
Data usage
Airplane mode
NFC and payment
Mobile hotspot
Tethering
Location
Nearby device scanning
Connect to aprinter
MirrorLink
Download booster
Virtual Private Networks
Ethernet
Sounds and vibration
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Sound mode 145
Vibrations 146
Volume 146
Ringtone 147
Notification sounds 147
Do not disturb 148
System sounds 148
Key-tap feedback 149
Sound quality and effects 149
Separate app sound 150
Notifications 151
Manage notifications 152
Smart alert 152
Display 153
Screen off settings 154
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Screen brightness
Blue light filter
Font and screen zoom
Screen quality
Full screen apps
LED indicator
Smart stay
One-handed mode
Device maintenance
Quick optimization
Battery
Performance mode
Storage
Memory
Device security
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Language and input 163
Date and time 167
Report diagnostic information 168
Reset 168
Factory data reset 169
Auto restart 171
Software update 172
Lock screen and security 173
Screen lock types 174
Biometric locks 175
Lock screen and AOD settings 175
Google Play Protect 176
Find My Mobile 176
Security update 177
Samsung Pass 177
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Secure Folder
App permission monitor
Secure startup
Encrypt SD card
View passwords
Security update service
Device administration
Credential storage
Advanced security settings
Accounts
Samsung Cloud
Add an account
Backup and restore
Google settings
Accessibility
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Vision 188
Hearing 189
Dexterity and interaction 190
More accessibility settings 191
Accessibility services 191
Other settings 192
Help 193
Manage game features 193
Device assistance app 193
Dual messenger 194
About phone 194
Getting help 195
Videos 195
Smart Simulator 195
Tips and Tricks 195
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Samsung Care 195
Legal 196
Legal information 197
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Special features
Learn about your mobile device’s
special features.

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Hi Bixby Fingerprint scanner
Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help
you understand your settings and set up your Samsung
device.
For more information, see “Bixby” on page 39.
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 device.
For more information, see “Face recognition” on
page 42.
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 45.
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 43.
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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 201.
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