Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0" User manual

User manual
Galaxy Tab A 8.0"

Special features 1
Getting started 2
Front and back views 3
Assemble your device 4
Install a SIM card and memorycard 5
Charge the battery 6
Start using your device 7
Use the Setup Wizard 7
Lock or unlock your device 8
Add a Google account 8
Add a Samsung account 9
Add an email account 9
Transfer data from your old device 9
Navigation 10
Common options 11
Navigation bar 11
Home screen 13
Customize your Homescreen 14
Status bar 18
Notification panel 20
Bixby 22
Multi window 23
Enter text 25
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Table of contents

Apps 28
Using apps 29
Access apps 29
Add an apps shortcut 29
Search for apps 30
Galaxy Essentials 30
Uninstall or disable apps 30
Sort apps 31
Create and use folders 31
App settings 32
Samsung apps 34
Calculator 34
Calendar 35
Camera and video 38
Clock 43
Contacts 47
Email 53
Galaxy Apps 56
Gallery 57
Hancom Office Viewer 62
Internet 63
Kids Mode 67
Messages 68
My Files 70
Samsung Flow 72
Samsung Notes 73
SmartThings 75
Secure Folder 76
Google apps 78
Chrome 78
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Drive 78
Gmail 78
Google 78
Hangouts 78
Maps 79
Photos 79
Play Movies & TV 79
Play Music 79
Play Store 79
YouTube 80
Settings 81
Access Settings 82
Search for Settings 82
Connections 83
Wi-Fi 83
Bluetooth 86
Tablet visibility 88
Data usage 88
Airplane mode 90
Mobile networks 90
Location 91
Nearby device scanning 92
Connect to a printer 93
Virtual Private Networks 93
Ethernet 95
Sounds and vibration 96
Sound mode 96
Volume 97
Notification sounds 97
Do not disturb 98
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System sounds 98
Key-tap feedback 98
Sound quality and effects 99
Separate app sound 99
Notifications 100
Manage notifications 100
Display 101
Screen off settings 101
Screen brightness 101
Blue light filter 102
Font and screen zoom 102
Device maintenance 103
Quick optimization 103
Battery 103
Storage 104
Memory 106
Language and input 106
Date and time 110
Reset 111
Factory data reset 112
Auto restart 114
System updates 114
Lock screen and security 116
Screen lock types 116
Clock and information 117
Google Play Protect 117
Find My Mobile 118
Security update 118
Install unknown apps 119
Secure Folder 119
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App permission monitor 119
Secure startup 120
Encrypt SD card 120
View passwords 120
Security update service 121
Device administration 121
Credential storage 122
Advanced security settings 122
Accounts 124
Samsung Cloud 124
Add an account 124
Users 126
Backup and restore 127
Google settings 129
Accessibility 130
Vision 130
Hearing 132
Dexterity and interaction 132
More accessibility settings 133
Accessibility services 133
Other settings 134
Help 134
Device assistance app 134
About tablet 135
Getting help 136
Videos 136
Smart Simulator 136
Tips 136
Samsung Care 136
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Legal 137
Legal information 138
Intellectual property 139
Open source software 140
Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of
liability 140
Modification of software 141
Samsung Knox 141
Restricting children’s access to
yourmobile device 142
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 142
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Special features
Meet Bixby
Bixby can help you understand your settings
and set up your Samsung device. See Bixby
on page22.
Media volume limiter
Limit the maximum output of the device’s
volume. See Media volume limiter on
page97.
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Multi window
Multitask by using two applications at the
same time. See Multi window on page23.
Direct Share
Share content with specific people directly.
See Direct share on page52.

Getting started
Front and back views 3
Assemble your device 4
Start using your device 7

Front and back views
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Camera
USB charger/Accessory port
Power
Camera
Volume
Headset
jack
microSD
card tray
Getting started 3
Devices andsoftware are constantly evolving— the ill ustrations you see here are for reference onl y.

Assemble your device
Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your newdevice.
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Getting started 4
Devices andsoftware are constantly evolving— the ill ustrations you see here are for reference onl y.

Install a SIM card and
memorycard
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use
your previous SIM card.
Warning: Small components such as memory cards
can pose a choking risk. Please be careful when
handling these cards to avoid damaging them.
You can install an optional microSD™ memory card
(notincluded) to add more memory space to your
device. A memory card can be installed at any time.
It is not necessary to install it prior to using the
device.
Caution: Be careful when using the removal tool to
eject an internal card tray.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the
SIMcard/Memory card tray, and then push until
the tray pops out.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold
contacts facing down.
4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into
the slot.
Getting started 5

Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
Acharger (charging head and USB cable) is included
with the device for charging the battery from any
standard outlet.
Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port
before inserting a power connector to charge your
device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your
device may operate abnormally. For example, it may
charge more slowly or overheat.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
Caution: 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.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB
charger/Accessory port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard
outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.
Getting started 6

Start using your device
The instructions below explain how to turn your
device on or off.
To turn the device on:
uPress and hold the Power key until the device
turns on.
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power key.
2. Tap Power off, and confirm when prompted.
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.
Getting started 7

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.
To lock the device:
uPress the Power key.
To unlock the device:
uPress the Power key, and then drag your finger
across the screen.
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Tochoose a secure screen lock, see Set a secure
screen lock on page116.
Add a Google account
Your new device uses your Google™ account to fully
utilize its Android™ features.
1. From Settings, tap Cloud and accounts >
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 on page113.
Getting started 8

Add a Samsung account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device.
1. From Settings, tap Cloud and accounts >
Accounts.
2. Tap Add account> Samsung account.
Note: To quickly access your Samsung account, tap
Settings > Samsung account.
Add an email account
View and manage all of your email accounts.
1. From Settings, tap Cloud and accounts >
Accounts.
2. Tap Add account> Email.
Transfer data from your
old device
Use Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, and
other content from your old device.
For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support/
owners/app/smart-switch.
To use Smart Switch:
1. From Settings, tap Cloud and accounts >
SmartSwitch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to
transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.
Getting started 9

Navigation
Please note that a touchscreen 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 touchscreen may damage the tempered
glass surface and void the warranty.
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
lTap the keyboard to enter characters or text.
lTap an item to select it.
lTap an app shortcut to launch the app.
Double-tap
Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them.
lDouble-tap an image to zoom in or out.
Touch and hold
Touch and hold items to activate them.
lTouch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of
options.
Swipe
Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally
across the screen.
lSwipe the screen to unlock the device.
lSwipe the screen to scroll through the
Homescreens or menu options.
Drag
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 on a
Home screen.
Getting started 10

Common options
The device uses basic command options to perform
common actions.
l More options: Tap to view more menu options
for a screen.
l Delete: Tap to select items to delete.
l Share: Tap to select items to share, and then
choose a sharing method.
l Edit: Tap to customize the screen.
lOn/Off: Tap to turn the option on ( ) or off
( ).
l Menu: Tap to view available options for
thefield.
Navigation bar
The Navigation bar, at the bottom of the screen,
displays the navigation keys.
Hide/Show
Navigation keys
Getting started 11

Full screen mode
The navigation keys are hidden in full screen mode.
To enter or exit full screen mode:
uDouble-tap the Hide/Show icon to the left of the
navigation keys.
To view the navigation keys in full screen mode:
uSwipe up from the bottom of the screen to
display the Navigation bar.
Navigation bar settings
You can configure the Navigation bar background
color and button layout.
uFrom Settings, tap Display > Navigation bar
for the following settings:
lShow and hide button: Add a button on the
left side of the navigation bar to show or hide
the Navigation bar.
lBackground color: Choose a color for the
background of the Navigation bar.
lButton layout: Choose the order of the
navigation keys.
Getting started 12

Home screen
Status bar
Home screen indicator
App shortcuts
Back
Recent apps
Home
Getting started 13
Devices andsoftware are constantly evolving— the ill ustrations you see here are for reference onl y.