Samsung Galaxy Tab A User manual

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Galaxy TabA
User manual

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Table of contents
Features 1
Camera 1
Night mode 1
Expandable storage 1
Multi window 1
Getting started 2
Device layout 3
Assemble your device 5
Start using your device 6
Use the Setup Wizard 6
Lock or unlock your device 7
Accounts 8
Transfer data from an old device 9
Navigation 10
Navigation bar 15
Customize your home screen 17
Digital wellbeing 23
Multi window 24
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Enter text 25
Apps 29
Using apps 30
Uninstall or disable apps 30
Search for apps 30
Sort apps 30
Create and use folders 31
Samsung apps 31
Galaxy Essentials 31
Galaxy Apps 32
Samsung Members 32
Samsung Notes 33
Calculator 35
Calendar 36
Camera 38
Clock 42
Contacts 46
Email 51
Gallery 54

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Internet 58
My Files 61
Google apps 62
Chrome 62
Drive 63
Duo 63
Gmail 63
Google 63
Maps 63
Photos 63
Play Movies &TV 64
Play Music 64
Play Store 64
YouTube 64
Settings 65
Access Settings 66
Search for Settings 66
Connections 66
Wi-Fi 66

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Bluetooth 68
Airplane mode 69
Data usage 69
Nearby device scanning 70
Connect to aprinter 70
Virtual Private Networks 71
Private DNS 71
Ethernet 72
Sound 72
Sound mode 72
Notification sounds 73
Volume 73
System sounds 73
Dolby Atmos 74
Equalizer 74
Headset audio options 74
Adapt sound 74
Notifications 75
Manage notifications 75

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Customize app notifications 75
Smart pop-up view 75
Display 76
Screen brightness 76
Night mode 76
Font size and style 76
Screen zoom 77
Screen timeout 77
Screen saver 77
Reduce animations 77
Double tap to wake up 77
Smart stay 78
Device maintenance 78
Quick optimization 78
Battery 78
Storage and memory card 79
Memory 80
Security 80
Language and input 81

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Date and time 83
Troubleshooting 84
Lock screen and security 87
Screen lock types 87
Clock and information 88
Google Play Protect 88
Find My Mobile 88
Security update 89
Install unknown apps 89
Secure Folder 90
Encrypt SD card 90
View passwords 90
Security update service 91
Device administration 91
Credential storage 91
Strong Protection 91
Advanced security settings 92
Location 92
App permissions 93

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Receive marketing information 93
Accounts 94
Samsung Cloud 94
Add an account 94
Account settings 94
Synchronize accounts 95
Remove an account 95
Users 95
Backup and restore 96
Google settings 97
Accessibility 97
Screen Reader 97
Visibility enhancements 98
Hearing Enhancements 99
Interaction and dexterity 99
Advanced settings 100
Installed services 101
Other settings 101
Help 101

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Daily Board 101
About tablet 102
Learn more 103
Videos 103
Smart Simulator 103
Tips 103
Samsung Care 103
Talk to an agent 103
Legal information 104
Intellectual property 105
Open source software 105
Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of liability 106
Modification of software 106
Samsung Knox 107
Restricting children’s access to your mobile device 107
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 107

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Features
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Features
Camera
The camera on your device has several unique features. See Camera on
page 38.
Night mode
Use adarker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night. See Night mode on
page 76.
Expandable storage
Expand storage with asupported microSD card. See Memory card on page 79.
Multi window
Multitask by using two applications at the same time. See Multi window on
page 24.

Getting started
Device layout
Assemble your device
Start using your device
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Getting started
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Device layout
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
USB charger/
Accessory port
Volume keys
Power key
microSD
card tray
Front camera

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Rear camera
Speaker Speaker
Headset jack

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Assemble your device
NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries 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 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 normal range of operation. Remove the device from the charger and wait
for the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support
/answer/ANS00076952/.
Install microSD card
Slide the 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.

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Start using your device
Use the Power key to turn your device on or off. 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
off,
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Power
key,
and tap Power
off.
Confirm when
prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Power key, and tap Restart.
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 adefault language, connect to aWi-Fi®network, set up
accounts, choose location services, learn about your device’s features, and more.
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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 on page 87.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Power key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on
the screen, and
then drag your
finger across the
screen to unlock.

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Accounts
Set up and manage your email accounts, your Google™Account, and Samsung account.
TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See
your carrier for more information.
Add aGoogle 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 >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Google.
NOTE When you sign in to aGoogle 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 86.
Add aSamsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
1. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Samsung account.
TIP Toquickly access your Samsung account, 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 >Accounts.
2. Tap Add account >Email.

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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 >Smart Switch.
2. Follow the prompts and select the content to transfer.
Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.

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Navigation
Atouch screen responds best to alight touch from the pad of your finger or a
capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or ametallic object on the touch screen may
damage the tempered glass surface and void 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.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.