Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 User manual

User guide.
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GH68-47715A Printed in USA
User guide.
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TABLET
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating
your device and keep it for future reference.

Special Features..............................1
SPen .......................................2
Finger Scanner...............................2
Getting Started.............................. 3
Set Up Your Device .............................4
Assemble Your Device ........................5
Start Using Your Device.......................8
Set Up Your Device ...........................9
Learn About Your Device .......................13
Front View..................................14
Back View ..................................16
Home Screen ...............................17
Notification Panel.......................... 20
Customize Your Home Screen ............... 22
Navigation ................................ 26
Entering Text .............................. 28
Multi Window.............................. 32
SPen .....................................34
Air Command .............................. 37
Apps ......................................... 41
Using Apps ................................ 42
Apps Settings.............................. 46
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Calculator ................................. 49
Calendar ..................................50
Camera and Video.......................... 53
Clock...................................... 59
Contacts .................................. 62
Email .....................................68
Gallery .....................................71
Google Apps ................................76
Internet ................................... 79
Message+ ................................. 83
My Files ...................................86
PEN.UP....................................88
Samsung Flow .............................88
SamsungNotes ............................ 89
Verizon Apps ...............................91
Settings .....................................92
How to Use Settings........................ 93
Connections ................................. 94
Wi‑Fi...................................... 95
Bluetooth ................................. 98
Data Usage ...............................100
Airplane Mode ............................ 102
Mobile Hotspot ........................... 103
Tethering................................. 106
Mobile Networks.......................... 106
Location.................................. 107
Nearby Device Scanning ...................108
Tablet Visibility ........................... 109
Printing ..................................109
Download Booster ........................109

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Virtual Private Networks (VPN) .............110
Ethernet ..................................111
Data Plan..................................111
Sounds and Vibration .........................112
Sound Mode ...............................113
Easy Mute .................................113
Vibrations .................................113
Volume ...................................114
Notification Sounds ........................115
Do Not Disturb.............................115
System Sounds ............................116
Key‑Tap Feedback..........................116
Sound Quality and Effects ..................117
Notifications ................................118
Block App Notifications.....................119
Customize App Notifications ................119
Display ..................................... 120
Screen Brightness..........................121
Blue Light Filter............................121
Screen Mode...............................122
Screen Zoom and Font......................122
Home Screen ............................. 123
Icon Frames .............................. 123
Smart Stay ............................... 124
Status Bar ................................ 124
Screen Timeout ........................... 124
Screen Saver.............................. 124
Device Maintenance ..........................126
Battery....................................127
Storage ...................................127

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Language and Input ....................... 130
Date and Time ............................ 133
Report Diagnostic Information ............. 133
Reset .................................... 134
Factory Data Reset ........................ 134
System Updates .......................... 135
Lock Screen and Security .................... 136
Set a Screen Lock ..........................137
Fingerprints .............................. 138
Samsung Pass ............................ 139
Unknown Sources .........................140
Secure Folder .............................140
Secure Startup............................140
Encrypt SD Card ..........................140
Set Up SIM Card Lock.......................141
View Passwords............................141
Security Update Service ....................141
Device Administration ..................... 142
Credential Storage ........................ 142
Advanced Security Settings ................ 143
Accounts ................................... 144
Add an Account ........................... 145
Users .................................... 146
Backup and Restore ........................147
GoogleSettings........................... 148
Accessibility ................................ 149
Vision .................................... 150
Hearing ...................................151
Dexterity and Interaction ...................152
More Accessibility Settings ................ 153

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Other Settings .............................. 154
SPenSettings .............................155
About Tablet.............................. 156
Help ..................................... 156
Manage Game Features ....................157
Accessories................................157
Getting Help ...............................158
Videos ................................... 159
Simulators ............................... 159
Tips ...................................... 159
Samsung Support ......................... 159
Legal ........................................160
Legal Information ..........................161

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

2Special Features
S Pen
An S Pen™is provided for use with this device.
For more information, see “SPen” on page34.
Finger Scanner
Use fingerprint recognition 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 “Fingerprints” on page138.

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

Set Up Your
Device
Learn how to set up your device for the firsttime.

5Set Up Your Device
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card and a

When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug‑in SIM card. During activation,
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details.
Warning: Small components such as SIM and memory
cards can pose a choking risk. Please be careful when
handling these cards to avoid damaging them.
You can also install an optional microSD™memory
card (not included) to add more memory space to your
device.
1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the
SIMcard/Memory card tray, and then push until
thetray pops out.
Caution: Be careful when using the removal tool to
eject an internal card tray.
2. Place the SIM card on the tray.
• Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown.

6Set Up Your Device
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.
Charge the Battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li‑Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB
cable) is included with the device for charging the
battery from any standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.

7Set Up Your Device
Caution: Use only charging devices approved by
Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your
device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories
may void your warranty and may cause damage.
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.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone
at regular intervals. In this condition, your device
conserves its remaining battery power by dimming the
screen. When the battery level becomes too low, the
device automatically turns off.
For a quick check of your battery level:
►View the battery charge indicator located in the top
right corner of your device’s display. Asolid color
( ) indicates a full charge.
You can also choose to display a percentage value.
Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea
of the remaining charge on the battery. For more
information, see “Battery” on page127.
While charging, the device and the charger may
become hot. This does not affect the device’s lifespan
or performance and is in the device’s normal range of
operation.
The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes
too hot.

8Set Up Your Device
If the device heats up while charging the battery:
1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close
any running apps.
2. Wait for the device to cool down and then begin
charging the device again.
• If the lower part of the device overheats,
check for damage to the connected USB cable.
Replace the damaged USB cable with a new
Samsung‑approved cable.
Start Using Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.
To turn the device on:
►Press 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 if prompted.

9Set Up Your Device
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:
►Press the Power key.
The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.
Tochoose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page137.
To unlock the device:
►Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag
your finger across the screen.
Restart the Device
If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
restart your device.
►Press and hold the Volume down key and the
Power key at the same time for morethan seven
seconds.
Set Up Your Device
Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome
screen is displayed. It 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.

10Set Up Your Device
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google™Account to fully
utilize its Android™features, including Gmail™and the
Google Play™store.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing Google Account or create a new
GoogleAccount.
– or –
To create a new Google Account or set up your
GoogleAccount on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts.
3. Tap  > Google.
Factory Reset Protection
When you sign in to a Google Account on your device,
Factory Reset Protection is activated. Factory Reset
Protection (FRP) prevents other people from using
your device if it is reset to factory settings without your
permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen
and a factory data reset is performed, only someone
with your Google Account username and password can
use the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory
data reset if you do not have your GoogleAccount
username and password. For more information, see
“Factory Data Reset” on page134.
Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsung
or taking it to your nearest Samsung‑authorized service
center, you should remove your Google Account before
resetting the device back to factory settings. For more
information, visit samsung.com/us/support/frp.

11Set Up Your Device
Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically
activates the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) security
feature.
Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the
device.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Google.
• If you have more than one Google Account set
up on your device, tap the Google Account you
want to remove.
3. Tap  > Remove account.
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device. When you turn on
your device for the first time, set up your existing
Samsung account or create a new Samsung account.
– or –
To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsung account on your device at any time, use
Accounts settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts.
3. Tap  > .

12Set Up Your Device
Add an Email Account
Use the Email app to view and manage all your email
accounts in oneapp.
When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing email account or create a new email
account.
– or –
To create a new email account or set up your email
account on your device at any time, use Accounts
settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts.
3. Tap  > Email.

Learn About Your
Device
Learn some of the key features of your mobile
device, including the screens and icons, as well as
how to navigate the device and enter text using the
keyboard.