Samsung Galaxy Tab A User manual

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

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OR INCOMPATIBILITIES CAUSED BY YOUR EDITING
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OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE.
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Samsung Knox
Samsung Knox is Samsung’s security platform and is
a mark for a Samsung device tested for security with
enterprise use in mind. Additional licensing fee may be
required. For more information about Knox, please refer
to: samsung.com/us/knox [090116]
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Note: Some multimedia (audio/video) files contain
Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to
verify you have the right to use the files. Preloaded
apps on your device may not be compatible with
DRM-protected files.
Note: Screen images are simulated. Appearance of
device may vary.

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Do you have questions about your
SamsungMobile Device?
For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new
FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at:
samsung.com/us/support
The actual available capacity of the internal memory is
less than the specified capacity because the operating
system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you
upgrade the device.
Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed in writing
on the mobile device or at samsung.com
READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR
MOBILE DEVICE.
Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is covered
under the applicable Samsung Limited Warranty
INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
and your right to opt out of arbitration within
30calendar days of the first consumer purchase.
Youmay opt out by either sending an email to
[email protected] with the subject line
“Arbitration Opt-Out” or by calling 1-800-SAMSUNG
(726-7864). For more detailed procedures, please refer
to the “Dispute Resolution Procedures and Arbitration
and Opt-Out” section of the Limited Warranty.
Full written terms and detailed information about the
warranty and obtaining service are available on the
device at: Settings >About device > Legalinformation
>Samsung legal or you may access the online version
of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device
at:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Tablet-HSGuide-SP
The online version of the End User License Agreement
(EULA) for your device can be found online at:
samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4

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Table of Contents
Getting Started...............................1
Front View .....................................2
Back View......................................3
Assemble Your Device ..........................4
Set Up Your Device .............................7
Set Up Accounts on Your Device .................9
Know Your Device ...........................11
Home Screen..................................12
Customize the Home Screen....................13
Status Bar ....................................17
Navigation ...................................19
Table of Contents
Notification Panel .............................21
MultiWindow ................................ 24
SPen ........................................ 26
Air Command ................................ 29
Enter Text.................................... 34
Applications ................................37
Apps List .................................... 38
Google Apps ................................. 42
Additional Apps .............................. 45
Calculator.................................... 47
Calendar.....................................48

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Camera and Video .............................51
Clock ...................................... 56
Contacts .....................................60
Email........................................ 66
Galaxy Apps.................................. 70
Gallery .......................................71
Internet ......................................74
My Files ..................................... 78
SamsungNotes ...............................81
Settings .....................................83
How to Use Settings ......................... 84
Wi‑Fi ........................................ 85
Bluetooth.................................... 89
AirplaneMode ............................... 92
Data Usage .................................. 93
More Connection Settings..................... 94
Smart Manager............................... 97
Applications Settings ......................... 99
Sound Settings .............................. 103
Notifications ................................ 107
Display Settings .............................108
SPenSettings................................111
Advanced Features ...........................113
Users........................................114
Wallpaper ...................................116
Home Screen Settings ........................117
Lock Screen and Security......................118
Privacy ..................................... 124
Accessibility ................................ 128
Accounts ....................................131

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Google Settings ............................. 133
Backup and Reset ........................... 134
Language and Input ......................... 138
Battery ..................................... 143
Storage ..................................... 144
Accessories ..................................147
Date and Time............................... 148
About Device................................ 149

Getting Started
Learn about your mobile device
hardware, assemblyprocedures,
and how to get started usingyour
new device.

Front View
1. Front camera: Take
self‑portraits and record
videos of yourself.
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2. Power key: Press and hold to
turn the device on or off, or
to
restart it. Press to lock or
wake
up the screen.
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3
4
3. Volume key: Adjust the volume
of your device’s sounds and
audio playback.
4. Memory card tray: Install an
optional memory card (not
included) for
storage of files.
For more information, see
7 5
“Install an Optional Memory Card”
on page4
6 .
5. Back: Return to the previous
screen, or close a dialog box,
menu, or keyboard.
6. Home key: Return to the Home
screen.
7. Recent: Tap to display recent
apps, or
touch and hold for
Multiwindow™.
8. Light sensor: Use the ambient
light level to adjust the screen
brightness and contrast.
Getting Started 2 Front View