Samsung SM-A256E/N User manual

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USER MANUAL
English (LTN). 12/2023. Rev.1.0
SM-A256E/N
SM-A256E/DSN
SM-A256U1/DS

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Table of Contents
Getting started
5 Device layout and functions
9 Charging the battery
12 Nano-SIM card
14 microSD card
16 Turning the device on and off
17 Initial setup
17 Samsung account
18 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
21 Understanding the screen
29 Notification panel
31 Screen capture and screen record
32 Entering text
34 Extracting text
Apps and features
35 Installing or uninstalling apps
36 Phone
39 Contacts
41 Messages
42 Camera
56 Gallery
61 AR Zone
67 Bixby Vision
68 Multi window (Using multiple apps
at once)
71 Samsung Internet
72 Samsung Health
73 Samsung Notes
74 Samsung Members
74 Samsung Kids
75 Samsung Global Goals
75 Samsung TV Plus
75 Samsung Shop
75 Galaxy Shop
76 Galaxy Wearable
76 Calendar
77 Reminder (Receiving notifications
for to-do items)
78 Radio
79 Voice Recorder
79 My Files (Checking and managing
the files)
79 Clock
80 Calculator
80 Gaming Hub
81 Game Booster (Configuring your
gaming environment)
82 SmartThings
82 Sharing content
84 Music Share
85 Smart View (Mirroring on a TV
screen)
86 Link to Windows (Using the device
through a computer connection)
87 Google apps

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

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Usage notices
135 Precautions for using the device
137 Notes on package contents and
accessories
138 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
142 Troubleshooting
148 About Hearing Aid Compatibility
(HAC)

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Getting started
Device layout and functions
Speaker
Side button
(Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
Volume button
Touch screen
Headphone jack
Front camera
Light sensor
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
SIM card / microSD
card tray

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Rear camera
Flash
Microphone
Main antenna
Speaker Microphone
NFC antenna
GPS antenna
Main 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.
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Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
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If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
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If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
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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 light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a cover.
Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
Prevent water from coming into contact with the touch screen. The touch screen
may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

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Hard buttons
Button Function
Side button
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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.

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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.

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Charging other devices
Use the USB cable to charge another mobile device with your phone’s battery.
Connect your phone and the other device using your phone’s USB cable. A USB connector
may be needed depending on the other device.
When charging starts, the battery charging icon will appear on the other device’s screen.
The app selection pop-up window that appears on your phone is for data transfer.
Do not select an app from the pop-up window.
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
•
Optimize the device using the device care feature.
•
When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Side button.
•
Turn on power saving mode.
•
Close unnecessary apps.
•
Turn off the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
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Turn off auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced.
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Decrease the backlight time.
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Decrease the screen brightness.