Samsung SM-A145M/DS User manual

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USER MANUAL
English (LTN). 11/2023. Rev.1.0
SM-A145M
SM-A145M/DS
SM-A145MB
SM-A145MB/DS
SM-A146M
SM-A146M/DS
SM-A146U1/DS
SM-A245M/N
SM-A245M/DSN

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Table of Contents
Getting started
6 Device layout and functions
10 Charging the battery
13 Nano-SIM card
15 microSD card
17 Turning the device on and off
18 Initial setup
Apps and features
19 Introduction
20 Samsung account
21 Understanding the screen
29 Notification panel
31 Entering text
33 Installing or uninstalling apps
35 Phone
37 Contacts
39 Messages
41 Multi window (Using multiple apps
at once)
44 Samsung Internet
45 Samsung Kids
46 Samsung Health
47 Samsung Notes
48 Samsung Members
48 Samsung Global Goals
48 Galaxy Shop
49 Galaxy Wearable
49 Calendar
50 Reminder (Receiving notifications
for to-do items)
51 My Files (Checking and managing
the files)
51 Clock
51 Calculator
52 Gaming Hub
53 Game Booster (SM-A245M)
(Configuring your gaming
environment)
54 SmartThings
54 Smart View (SM-A245M)(Mirroring
on a TV screen)
55 Music Share (SM-A245M)
57 Link to Windows (SM-A245M)(Using
the device through a computer
connection)
58 Google apps
59 Camera
71 Gallery
75 AR Zone (SM-A146M, SM-A146U1,
SM-A245M)
78 Voice Recorder
79 Radio
80 Sharing content
82 Screen capture
83 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)

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104 Lock screen
105 Extend Unlock
105 Always On Display (SM-A245M)
(Displaying information when
the screen is turned off)
106 Security and privacy
107 Face recognition
109 Fingerprint recognition
111 Secure Folder (SM-A245M)
114 Samsung Pass (SM-A245M)
117 Location
117 Safety and emergency
118 Accounts and backup
118 Samsung Cloud
119 Google
120 Advanced features
121 Motions and gestures
122 Dual Messenger
123 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
123 Device care
123 Optimizing your device
124 Battery
124 Storage
124 Memory
124 App protection
125 Ultra data saving
125 Performance
125 Additional care
125 Apps
126 General management
127 Accessibility
128 Software update
128 Remote support
129 About phone
Settings
86 Introduction
87 Samsung account
87 Connections
88 Wi-Fi
90 Bluetooth
91 NFC and contactless payments
(NFC-enabled models)
92 Data saver
93 Allowed networks for apps
93 Mobile Hotspot
94 More connection settings
95 Connected devices
96 Modes and Routines
96 Using modes
97 Using routines
97 Sounds and vibration
98 Sound quality and effects
99 Separate app sound
99 Notifications
100 Display
101 Motion smoothness
(SM-A146M, SM-A146U1,
SM-A245M)
102 Changing the screen mode
or adjusting the display color
(SM-A245M)
103 Battery
103 Wallpaper and style
103 Themes
104 Home screen

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Usage notices
131 Precautions for using the device
133 Notes on package contents and
accessories
134 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
139 Troubleshooting
145 About Hearing Aid Compatibility
(HAC)

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Getting started

Getting started
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Device layout and functions
▶
SM-A145M, SM-A145MB, SM-A146M, SM-A146U1:
Speaker
Side button
(Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
Volume button
Proximity/Light sensor
Touch screen
Front camera
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
Headphone jack
SIM card / microSD
card tray
Rear camera
Flash
Microphone
Main antenna
Speaker
Microphone
GPS antenna
(SM-A146U1) GPS antenna
(SM-A145M,
SM-A145MB,
SM-A146M)

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▶
SM-A245M:
Speaker
Side button
(Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
Volume button
Touch screen
Proximity sensor
Front camera
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
Headphone jack
SIM card / microSD
card tray
Light sensor
Rear camera
NFC antenna
Flash
Microphone
Main antenna
Speaker Microphone
GPS antenna

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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. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Center
or an authorized service center.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, or if these
parts are covered, the device’s sound may become quiet or certain features may
not work. If you attempt to remove the dust or foreign materials with a sharp
object, the device may be damaged and its appearance may be affected.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
‒
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
‒
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
‒
If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or
a cover. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
The light may flicker at the top of the device during calls because of proximity
sensor operation. (SM-A245M)
•
Prevent water from coming into contact with the touch screen. The touch screen
may malfunction in humid conditions orwhen exposed to water.

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Hard buttons
Button Function
Side button
•
Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press twice to open the app or feature you set.
Side button +
Volume Down
button
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side button
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side button twice.
Open
Settings , tap Advanced features
→
Side button , and then select an option you
want.
Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen.
Refer to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

Getting started
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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time orwhen it has been unused for
extended periods.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger
from the device.
Quick charging
Use a super fast charger or fast charger.
You can check the connection status of the charger by opening
Settings and tapping
Battery .
•
If fast charging does not work, open Settings , tap Battery
→
Charging settings ,
and then check if the feature you want is turned on. Also, check if the USB cable
and the USB power adapter are connected properly.
•
You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned
off.