Samsung SM-G930W8 Installation and operating instructions

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User Manual Addendum
Android 7.0 Software Update
S7 (SM-G930W8)
S7 edge (SM-G935W8)
English (CA). 02/2017. Rev.1.0
Note: This addendum applies only if your device has been updated to
Android version 7.0 (“Android Nougat”). If you have not updated the
operating system to Android 7.0, please refer to the original user guide for
your device for operating instructions.
S7 User Guide
S7 edge User Guide

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Table of Contents
Basics
3 Read me first
3 Helpful tips if your device heats up
8 Home screen
10 Edge screen
13 Always On Display
15 Notification panel
16 Entering text
17 Screen capture
17 Multi window
21 Samsung account
22 Transferring data from your previous
device
24 Device and data management
26 QUICK CONNECT
27 Sharing features
28 Emergency mode
Applications
29 Installing or uninstalling apps
29 Phone
31 Contacts
32 Messages
33 Email
34 Camera
44 Gallery
47 Samsung Members
48 Game Launcher
50 Calendar
51 S Health
53 My Files
54 Clock
Settings
55 Connections
61 Display
62 Wallpapers and themes
63 Advanced features
64 Device maintenance
66 Applications
67 Lock screen and security
72 Cloud and accounts
74 Google
74 Accessibility
74 General management
75 Software update
75 About device
Appendix
76 Accessibility
77 Removing the battery

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Basics
Read me first
This addendum details the software changes you will encounter after a device update to
software version 7.0. It should be used together with the original user guide.
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Unless specific model numbers are indicated at the beginning of a section, the
changes apply to both devices.
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This addendum applies only if your device has been updated to Android version
7.0 (“Android Nougat”). If you have not updated to Android 7.0, please refer to the
original user guide for your device for operating instructions.
S7 User Guide
S7 edge User Guide
Helpful tips if your device heats up
When the device heats up while charging the battery
While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast
charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or
performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot,
the charger may stop charging.
Do the following when the device heats up:
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Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.
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If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.
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When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.

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When the device heats up during use
When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.
The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat.
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During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data
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When downloading large files
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When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods
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When playing high-quality games for extended periods
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When recording videos for extended periods
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When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting
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When using the Screen Mirroring feature (When connecting to a TV)
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While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)
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When using Multi window
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When updating or installing apps while recording videos
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When downloading large files during a video call
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When recording videos while using a navigation app
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When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts
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When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight
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When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature
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When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception
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When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable
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When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead
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When you are roaming

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Do the following when the device heats up:
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Keep the device updated with the latest software.
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Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.
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Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.
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Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.
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Decrease the screen brightness.
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If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If
the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.
Precautions for operating environment
Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid damaging the device or shortening the battery’s lifespan.
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Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.
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Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.
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Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.
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Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.
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When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.
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Never use a damaged charger or battery.

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Battery
Charging the battery
Viewing the estimated charging time
While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery .
The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the
charging conditions. The estimated charging time may not be displayed when you
charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
Fast charging
Increasing the charging speed
To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery.
While charging the battery when the device is turned off, the icon appears on the screen.
If the fast charging feature is not activated, on the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery
→
→
Advanced settings , and then tap the Fast cable
charging
switch to activate it.
Wireless charging
Fast wireless charging
You can charge your device faster using the fast wireless charging feature. To use this feature,
you must use a charger and components that support the fast wireless charging feature.
A fan inside the charger may produce noise during fast wireless charging. To reduce
the fan noise, you must deactivate the fast wireless charging feature. The on/off
option will be added in your device’s settings menu when you first place it on the
charger. On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery
→ →
Advanced settings , and then tap the Fast wireless charging switch
to deactivate it. Deactivating this feature will reduce noise, but may result in slower
charging times.

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Power saving mode
New power saving modes replace Power saving mode and Ultra power saving mode..
1 On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery
→
MID .
2 Tap
CUSTOMIZE to change the power saving settings before entering power saving
mode.
3 Tap
APPLY .
Maximum power saving mode
In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consumption by applying the
dark theme and limiting the apps and features available. Network connections, except for the
mobile network, will be deactivated.
1 On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Battery
→
MAX .
2 Tap
CUSTOMIZE to change the power saving settings before entering maximum power
saving mode.
3 Tap
APPLY .
After entering maximum power saving mode, on the Home screen, tap and select an app
to use. To remove apps, tap
→
Edit and select an app with .
To deactivate maximum power saving mode, tap
→
Disable Maximum power saving
mode
.
The estimated battery usage time may vary depending on your device settings and
operating conditions.

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Memory card (microSD card)
Removing the memory card
Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Storage
→ →
Storage settings
→
SD card
→
UNMOUNT .
Formatting the memory card
A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Device maintenance
→
Storage
→ →
Storage settings
→
SD card
→
Format .
Home screen
Home screen options
New options:
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Wallpapers and themes : Change the device’s wallpaper, theme, or icons. Replaces the
previous Wallpapers: and Themes: options.
Using quick options
On the Home screen, tap and hold an app icon or folder to quickly access options.

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Apps screen
Moving items
On the Apps screen, tap
→
Edit . Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location.
To move the item to another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.
Creating folders
Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps you want.
1 On the Apps screen, tap
→
Edit .
2 Tap and hold an app, and then drag it over another app.
3 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.
A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.
4 Tap
Enter folder name and enter a folder name.
To change the folder colour, tap .
To add more apps to the folder, tap
ADD , tick the apps, and then tap ADD . You can also
add an app by dragging it to the folder on the Apps screen.
To delete a folder, tap on the folder. Only the folder will be deleted. The folder’s apps will
be relocated to the Apps screen.
Rearranging items
You can rearrange items in alphabetical order on the Apps screen.
On the Apps screen, tap
→
Sort
→
Alphabetical order .
Searching for items
You can search for apps on the Apps screen or from Galaxy Apps or Play Store .
On the Apps screen, enter characters in the search field. The device will search for and display
the items containing the characters you entered.

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Edge screen
Applies to S7 edge only.
Editing the Edge panels
1 Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the panel.
2 Tap to open the Edge panel settings screen.
3 Tick Edge panels to display.
To edit a panel, tap
EDIT .
To download additional panels, tap
DOWNLOAD .
To rearrange panels, tap
→
Reorder and drag to another location.
Setting the Edge panel handle
You can change the location, size, or transparency of the handle.
Drag the Edge panel handle towards the centre of the screen. Then, tap
→ →
Handle
settings
.
Apps edge
Editing the Apps edge panel
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To add an app, tap on the panel and tap an app from the apps list.
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To create a folder on the panel, tap on the panel, tap and hold an app from the apps
list, and then drag it over another app on the Apps edge panel. Drop the app when a
folder frame appears around the apps.
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To delete an app, tap and hold an app on the panel and drag it to Remove at the top of
the panel.
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To change the order of apps, tap and hold an app and drag it to another location.
You can also edit the Apps edge panel by tapping and then tapping EDIT under
the Apps edge.

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People edge
Adding contacts to the People edge panel
Add frequently used contacts to the People edge panel and set them as your priority
contacts.
Tap and select a contact from your favourites list, or tap
SELECT CONTACT , select
contacts, and then tap
DONE .
Only contacts saved in Contacts can be added to the People edge panel.
Editing the People edge panel
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To change the order of contacts, tap and hold a contact icon and drag it to another
location.
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To delete a contact, tap and hold a contact icon and drag it to Remove at the top of the
screen.
You can also edit the People edge panel by tapping and then tapping EDIT under
the People edge.
Edge lighting
The Edge screen lights up when you receive a call or notification while the device’s screen is
facing downwards.
On the Apps screen, tap
Settings
→
Display
→
Edge screen , and then tap the Edge lighting
switch to activate it.
You can reject incoming calls using custom rejection messages. While the device’s screen is
facing downwards, hold your finger on the sensor on the back of the device for two seconds
to reject calls.
On the Apps screen, tap Settings
→
Display
→
Edge screen
→
Edge lighting
→
Quick reply , and then tap the switch to activate it.
To edit the default rejection message, tap the message text under
QUICK REPLY MESSAGE .

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Tasks edge
Editing the Tasks edge panel
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To add a task, tap on the panel and tap a task from the tasks list.
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To delete a task, tap and hold a task on the panel and drag it to Remove at the top of the
panel.
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To change the order of tasks, tap and hold a task and drag it to another location.
You can also edit the Tasks edge panel by tapping and then tapping EDIT under
the Tasks edge.
Edge feeds
Setting Edge feeds
Set information to display on the Edge screen.
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Settings
→
Display
→
Edge screen .
2 Tap
Edge feeds and tap the switch to activate it.
3 Tick items to display.
To edit a feed, tap
EDIT .
To download additional items, tap
DOWNLOAD .
To rearrange items, tap
→
Reorder . Then, tap and hold on an item and drag it to
another location.
Viewing Edge feeds
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The Edge screen turns off if the device is not used for a specified period. To change
the Edge screen’s time-out setting, open the Apps screen and tap
Settings
→
Display
→
Edge screen
→
Edge feeds
→ →
Edge feed timeout .
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When Edge feeds are active, you cannot use the Always On Display feature.

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Always On Display
You can set the device to display information, such as a clock, calendar, or image, on the
screen when it is turned off.
1 On the Apps screen, tap
Settings
→
Display
→
Always On Display and tap the switch to
activate it.
2 Tap
Layouts
→
Content to show and select an item to display.
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Clock : Select a clock style and a background image.
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Calendar : Select a calendar style.
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Image : Select an image to display on the screen when it is turned off.
When you select
Clock or Calendar , you can set to display notification icons as well. Tap
the
Show notifications switch to activate it.
When the screen is off, the device will display the selected information.
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This feature will be deactivated when the battery power drops below 5 %.
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When the night clock is active, you cannot use the Always On Display feature.
Setting the schedule for the Always On Display feature
On the Apps screen, tap Settings
→
Display
→
Always On Display and tap the Show always
switch to deactivate it. Then, tap
Set schedule and set the start time and end time.
Opening notifications when the screen is off
When you receive message, missed call, or app notifications, notification icons will appear on
the screen even when it is turned off. Double-tap a notification icon with your finger to view
its notification.

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If the screen is locked, you must unlock it to view notifications.
Controlling music playback when the screen is off
You can control music playback when the screen is off, without turning on the screen.
Double-tap the title of the currently playing song with your finger. The music controller will
appear. Double-tap the icons to control the playback.

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Notification panel
Using the notification panel
You can use the following functions on the notification panel.
Launch Settings.
Tap a notification and perform
various actions.
Clear all notifications.
Quick setting buttons
Access the notification settings.
Using quick setting buttons
Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification
panel to view more buttons.

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To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.
To rearrange buttons, tap
→
Edit , tap and hold a button, and then drag it to another
location.
Finder
Search for a variety of content with a keyword or search for nearby devices.
Searching for content or nearby devices
Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap Search
phone and scan for nearby devices
.
Enter a keyword in the search field or tap and say a keyword.
To get more refined results, tap
Filter under the search field, and then select filter details.
To search for nearby devices, tap
QUICK CONNECT . Refer to QUICK CONNECT for more
information.
Setting search categories
You can set search categories to search for content in specific search fields.
Tap
→
Settings
→
Select search locations and select categories.
Entering text
Keyboard layout
Changing the input language
Tap
→
Languages and types
→
Add input languages , and then select the languages to
use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages
by swiping to the left or right on the space key.
Changing the keyboard layout
Tap
→
Languages and types , select a language, and then select a keyboard layout to use.

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Additional keyboard functions
New option:
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: Change the keyboard for one-handed operation.
Screen capture
After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the
screen:
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Scroll capture : Capture content that continues across multiple screens, such as a
webpage. When you tap
Scroll capture , the screen will automatically scroll down and
more content will be captured.
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Draw : Write or draw on the screenshot.
•
Crop : Crop a portion from the screenshot. Only the cropped area will be saved in Gallery .
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Share : Share the screenshot with others.
If the options are not visible on the captured screen, open the Apps screen, tap
Settings
→
Advanced features , and then tap the Smart capture switch to activate it.
Multi window
Introduction
Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view. You can also run
multiple apps at the same time in the pop-up view.
Some apps may not support this feature.

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Split screen view Pop-up view
Split screen view
1 Tap to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.
The selected app will launch in the upper window.
3 In the lower window, swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch.
To launch apps not in the list of recently used apps, tap
MORE APPS and select an app.

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Using additional options
Tap the bar between the app windows to access additional options.
Switch locations between
app windows.
Close the currently
selected app.
Switch the selected
window to a pop-up view.
Sharing text or images between windows
Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in
the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
Some apps may not support this feature.

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Minimizing the split screen view
Press the Home key to minimize the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status
bar. The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain
active in the minimized split screen view.
To close the minimized split screen view, open the notification panel and tap the icon on
the Multi window notification.
Maximizing a window
Tap an app window and drag the bar between the app windows to the top or bottom edge of
the screen.
Pop-up view
1 Tap to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe upwards or downwards, tap and hold an app window, and then drag it to
Open in
pop-up view
.
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
Minimise the window.
Close the app.
Maximise the window.
Moving pop-up windows
To move a pop-up window, tap the window’s toolbar and drag it to a new location.