Samsung Galaxy S8 User manual

SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.

Special Features..............................1
Hello Bixby ..................................2
Edge Screen .................................2
Flexible Security .............................2
Water and Dust Resistance....................3
Getting Started..............................4
Introduction .................................5
Set Up Your Device .............................6
Assemble Your Device ........................7
Start Using Your Device......................11
Set Up Your Device ..........................12
Learn About YourDevice .......................18
Front View..................................19
Back View ..................................21
Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List ... 23
Home Screen .............................. 24
Status Bar ................................. 32
Bixby...................................... 36
Navigation ................................ 37
Enter Text ................................. 39
Face Recognition........................... 43
Fingerprint Scanner ........................44
Table of Contents
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iiiTable of Contents
Iris Scanner................................ 45
Multi Window..............................48
Emergency Mode .......................... 50
Edge Screen ............................... 52
Apps .........................................57
Using Apps ................................ 58
Applications Settings .......................61
Calculator ................................. 63
Calendar .................................. 65
Camera and Video.......................... 69
Camera Overview .......................... 70
Clock ......................................77
Contacts ..................................80
Email ..................................... 92
Galaxy Apps ............................... 99
Gallery ..................................100
Google Apps .............................. 107
Internet ...................................111
Messages .................................115
My Files .................................. 123
Phone.................................... 125
Place and Answer Calls .....................126
Samsung Connect......................... 143
Samsung Gear ............................ 143
Samsung Health .......................... 144
SamsungNotes ........................... 146
SamsungPay ............................. 148
Samsung+.................................151
Secure Folder ..............................151
Sprint Apps................................152

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Settings .................................... 157
How to Use Settings ...................... 158
Connections ................................ 159
Wi-Fi..................................... 160
Bluetooth ................................ 164
Phone Visibility ........................... 170
Data Usage ............................... 170
Airplane Mode .............................172
NFC and Payment ..........................173
Hotspot and Tethering......................174
Mobile Networks...........................178
Location...................................179
Nearby Device Scanning ...................180
Printing ...................................181
MirrorLink................................ 182
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ............ 182
Ethernet ................................. 185
Data Services General Information (4G LTE and 3G
Networks) ............................... 185
Sounds and Vibration ........................ 188
Sound Mode .............................. 189
Vibrations ................................ 189
Volume .................................. 190
Ringtone ..................................191
Notification Sounds ........................192
Do Not Disturb............................ 193
System Sounds ........................... 194
Key-Tap Feedback......................... 194
Sound Quality and Effects ................. 195
Separate App Sound....................... 196

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Notifications ................................197
Block App Notifications.................... 198
Customize App Notifications ............... 198
Display ..................................... 199
Screen Brightness.........................200
Blue Light Filter...........................200
Screen Mode.............................. 201
Screen Resolution......................... 201
Screen Zoom and Font.....................202
Full Screen Apps ..........................202
Easy Mode................................203
Icon Frames ..............................204
LED Indicator .............................204
Status Bar ................................204
Navigation Bar............................205
Screen Timeout ...........................205
Keep Screen Turned Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Screen Saver..............................206
Smart Stay ...............................206
One-Handed Mode ........................207
Wallpapers andThemes .....................208
Wallpapers ...............................209
Themes ..................................209
Icons..................................... 210
Always On Displays (AODs) ................ 210
Device Maintenance .........................211
Quick Optimization.........................212
Battery....................................212
Performance Mode ........................ 213
Storage .................................. 214

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Memory .................................. 216
Language and Input ....................... 216
Date and Time ............................ 218
Report Diagnostic Information ............. 218
Reset .................................... 218
Factory Data Reset ........................ 219
System Updates .......................... 221
Lock Screen andSecurity ....................223
Set a Screen Lock .........................224
Always On Display Settings ................ 225
Lock Screen and AOD Settings .............226
Samsung Pass ............................226
Unknown Sources .........................226
Secure Folder ............................. 227
Secure Startup............................ 227
Encrypt SD Card .......................... 227
Set Up SIM Card Lock ......................228
View Passwords...........................228
Security Update Service ...................228
Phone Administration .....................229
Credential Storage ........................229
Advanced Security Settings ................230
Accounts ................................... 231
Samsung Cloud ...........................232
Accounts Settings.........................233
Backup and Restore .......................234
GoogleSettings........................... 235
Accessibility ................................ 237
Vision ....................................238
Hearing ..................................239

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Dexterity and Interaction ..................240
Configure Other Accessibility Settings .......241
Accessibility Services.......................241
Other Settings .............................. 242
Help .....................................243
Manage Game Features ...................243
Device Assistance App.....................243
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a
Computer ................................244
About Phone ............................. 245
Getting Help ...............................248
Videos ...................................249
Simulators ...............................249
Tips ......................................249
Samsung Support .........................249
For Assistance ............................250
Sprint Account Information and Help .......252
Legal ........................................255
Legal Information .........................256

Learn about your mobile
device’s special features.
Special Features

2Special Features
Hello Bixby
Hello Bixby allows you to quickly set reminders, create
voice dictation, and search and access content on your
phone and on the Internet.
For more information, see “Bixby” on page36.
Edge Screen
The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for
notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping.
For more information see “Edge Screen” on page52.
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 phone.
For more information, see “Face Recognition” on
page43.
Fingerprint Scanner
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44.
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45.

3Special Features
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259.