Samsung SM-G970U User manual

User manual

Contents
Features
Mobile continuity| Bixby| Biometric security| Dark mode
Getting started
Device Layout: Galaxy S10e | Galaxy S10 | Galaxy S10+
Set up your device: Charge the battery| Wireless power sharing
Start using your device: Turn on your device| Use the Setup Wizard| Transfer data from
an old device| Lock or unlock your device| Accounts| Set up voicemail| Navigation|
Navigation bar| Customize your home screen| Samsung Free| Bixby| Digital wellbeing
and parental controls| Always On Display| Biometric security| Mobile continuity| Multi
window| Edge panels| Enter text| Emergency mode
Customize your home screen: App icons| Wallpaper| Themes| Icons| Widgets| Home
screen settings| Easy mode| Status bar| Notification panel
Camera and Gallery
Camera: Navigate the camera screen| Configure shooting mode| AR Zone| Live focus |
Scene optimizer| Single take| Super Slow-mo| Wide-angle lens| Record videos | Live focus
video| Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures| Edit pictures| Play video| Video enhancer| Edit video| Share
pictures and videos| Delete pictures and videos| Group similar images | Take a screenshot|
Screen recorder
Mobile continuity
Link to Windows | Samsung DeX
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Samsung apps
Galaxy Essentials| ARZone| Galaxy Store| Galaxy Wearable| Game Launcher|
Samsung Members| Smart Switch| SmartThings| Tips| Calculator| Calendar| Clock|
Contacts| Email| Internet| Messages| MyFiles| Phone| Samsung Health| Samsung
Notes| Samsung Pay
Google apps
Chrome| Drive| Duo| Gmail| Google| Google Pay| Maps| Photos| Play Movies & TV|
Play Music| Play Store| YouTube
Settings
Connections: Wi-Fi| Bluetooth| NFC and payment| Airplane mode| Mobile networks|
Data usage| Mobile hotspot| Tethering| Nearby device scanning| Connect to a printer|
Virtual Private Networks| Private DNS| Ethernet
Customization: Display| Notifications| Sounds and vibration
Security: Lock screen and security| Face recognition| Fingerprint scanner
Accounts: Add an account| Account settings| Remove an account| Backup and restore|
Google settings
Backup: Samsung account| Google Account| External storage transfer
Accessibility: Recommended for you | TalkBack| Visibility enhancements | Hearing
enhancements| Interaction and dexterity| Advanced settings| Installed services | About
Accessibility
Other: Android Auto | Tips and help| Dual Messenger | About phone
Learn more
Legal information
Contents
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Getting started
Galaxy S10e
Galaxy S10
Galaxy S10+
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy S10e
Front camera
Rear cameras
Volume keys
Bixby key
USB charger/Audio port
Flash
Power key/
Fingerprint
scanner
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Galaxy S10
Front camera
Rear cameras
Volume keys
Bixby key
Fingerprint
scanner
USB charger/Audio port
Flash
Power key
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Galaxy S10+
Front cameras
Rear cameras
Volume keys
Bixby key
Fingerprint
scanner
USB charger/Audio port
Flash
Power key
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Set up your device
Charge the battery| Wireless power sharing
Your device uses a nano-SIM card. A SIM 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.
NOTEThe use of mobile devices on an aircraft or a ship may be subject to
federal and local guidelines and restrictions. Check with appropriate authorities
and always follow crew instructions regarding when and how you may use your
device.
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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.
NOTEYour device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the
water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that the
SIM card/Memory card tray openings are maintained free of dust and water, and
the tray is securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For more
information, see Maintaining water and dust resistance.
Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB
Type-C cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from a power
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.
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Wireless power sharing
Wirelessly charge your compatible Samsung devices using your phone. Some features
are not available while sharing power.
1. From Settings, tap Battery and device care > Battery > Wireless power
sharing.
2. Tap Battery limit and choose a percentage. Once the device you are charging has
reached this level of charge, wireless power sharing automatically turns off.
3. Tap to turn on the charging feature.
4. With the phone face down, place the compatible device on the back of the phone
to charge. A notification sound or vibration occurs when charging begins.
NOTEWireless power sharing works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires
minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by
device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s
devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover
from each device.
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For best results when using Wireless power sharing, please note:
•Remove any accessories or cover before using the feature. Depending on the
type of accessory or cover, Wireless power sharing may not work properly.
•The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device, so you may need to
adjust the placement to make a connection. When charging starts, a notification
or vibration will occur, so the notification will help you know you've made a
connection.
•Call reception or data services may be affected, depending on your network
environment.
•Charging speed or efficiency can vary depending on device condition or
surrounding environment.
•Do not use headphones while charging with Wireless power sharing.
Start using your device
Turn on your device| Use the Setup Wizard| Transfer data from an old device| Lock or
unlock your device| Accounts| Set up voicemail| Navigation| Navigation bar| Customize
your home screen| Samsung Free| Bixby| Digital wellbeing and parental controls| Always
On Display| Biometric security| Mobile continuity| Multi window| Edge panels| Enter
text| Emergency mode
Turn on your device
Use the Power key to turn your device on. 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 on.
•To turn the device off, press and hold the Power key > Power off.
Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Power key > Restart.
Confirm when prompted.
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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 a default language, connect to a Wi-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 > Bring data from old device.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
New Galaxy
Old Device
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.
Power key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then
swipe the screen to
unlock it.
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Accounts
Set up and manage your accounts.
TIPAccounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See
your carrier for more information.
Add a Google 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 > Manage accounts.
2. Tap Add account > Google.
NOTEWhen you sign in to a Google 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.
Add a Samsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
◌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 > Manage accounts.
2. Tap Add account > Email.
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Set up voicemail
You can set up your voicemail service when you access it for the first time. You can
access voicemail through the Phone app.
1. From Phone, tap Voicemail.
2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a greeting, and record your
name.
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Navigation
A touch screen responds best to a light touch from the pad of your finger or a
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may
damage the surface of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the
warranty.
Tap
Lightly touch items to select or launch them.
lTap an item to select it.
lDouble-tap an image to zoom in or out.
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Swipe
Lightly drag your finger across the screen.
lSwipe the screen to unlock the device.
lSwipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
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Drag and drop
Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new location.
lDrag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.
lDrag a widget to place it in a new location.
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Zoom in and out
Bring your thumb and forefinger together or apart on the screen to zoom in and out.
lMove your thumb and forefinger together on the screen to zoom out.
lMove your thumb and forefinger apart on the screen to zoom in.
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