Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series User manual

User manual

Contents
Features
S Pen|Biometric security|Dark mode
Getting started
Device layout: Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra |Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G |Galaxy Tab S8
Set up your device: Charge the battery|Accessories
Start using your device: Turn on your device|Use the Setup Wizard|Bring data from an
old device|Lock or unlock your device|Side key settings|Accounts|Navigation|
Navigation bar|Customize your home screen|S Pen|Bixby|Digital wellbeing and
parental controls|Biometric security|Mobile continuity|Multi window|Edge panels|
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Customize your home screen: App icons|Wallpaper|Widgets|Home screen settings|
Status bar|Notification panel |Quick settings
Camera and Gallery
Camera: Navigate the camera screen|Configure shooting mode|AR Zone|Single
take|Record videos|Camera settings
Gallery: View pictures|Edit pictures|Play video|Video brightness|Edit video|Share
pictures and videos|Delete pictures and videos|Group similar images |Take a
screenshot|Screen recorder
Samsung apps
ARZone|Bixby|Galaxy Store|Game Launcher|PENUP|Samsung Flow|Samsung
Free|Samsung Global Goals|Samsung TV Plus|SmartThings|Tips |VoiceRecorder |
Calculator |Calendar|Clock|Contacts|Internet|MyFiles|Samsung Health|
Samsung Notes
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Google apps
Chrome|Drive|Duo|Gmail|Google|Maps|Messages |Photos|Google Play Movies
& TV|Play Store|YouTube|YT Music
Microsoft apps
Outlook|Office |OneDrive
Settings
Connections:Wi-Fi|Bluetooth|Airplane mode|Mobile networks|Data usage|Mobile
hotspot|Tethering|Nearby device scanning|Connect to a printer|Virtual Private
Networks|Private DNS|Ethernet
Customization:Display|Notifications|Sounds and vibration
Security:Lock screen and security|Face recognition|Fingerprint scanner
Accounts:Add an account|Account settings|Remove an account|Users|Backup and
restore|Google settings
Backup:Samsung account|Google Account|External storage transfer
Accessibility:Recommended for you |TalkBack|Visibility enhancements |Hearing
enhancements|Interaction and dexterity|Advanced settings|Installed apps |About
Accessibility|Contact us
Other:Tips and help|Dual Messenger|Daily Board|Smart suggestions |Medical info |
Quick Share |Labs |About tablet
Learn more
Legal information
Contents
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Getting started
Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G
Galaxy Tab S8
Set up your device
Start using your device
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Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Side key
Volume keys
USB charger/
Audio port
Rear cameras
Microphone
Accessory dock port
Flash
Magnetic S Pen
charging strip
Front cameras
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G
Side key
Volume keys
USB charger/
Audio port
Rear cameras
Microphone
Accessory dock port
Flash
Magnetic S Pen
charging strip
Front camera
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Galaxy Tab S8
Side key
Volume keys
USB charger/
Audio port
Rear cameras
Microphone
Accessory dock port
Flash
Magnetic S Pen
charging strip
Front camera
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Set up your device
Charge the battery|Accessories
Your device uses a nano-SIM card (unless it is the Wi-Fi model). A SIM card may be
preinstalled, or you may be able to use your previous SIM card. Network indicators for
5G service are based on your carrier’s specifications and network availability. Contact
your carrier for more details.
Charge your device
Before turning on your
device, charge it fully.
Install SIM/microSD card
Gently press the microSD
card into the front of the
tray. Flip the tray over and
press the SIM card (if
applicable) into the back
of the tray.
NOTEUse only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. To avoid injury or
damage to your device, do not use incompatible, worn or damaged batteries,
chargers or cables. Using other charging devices and batteries may void your
warranty and may cause damage. For more information on your device,
including charging compatibility, please visit samsung.com.
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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. A compatible, reversible
USBType-C cable is included with the device. The USB Type-C cable can use a USB
Type-C travel adapter, portable charging devices, smartphones, laptops, wireless
charging and other devices that offer USB-C ports, both for charging and data
transfer.
TIP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 device’s normal range of operation. Disconnect the charger from the device
and wait for the device to cool down. Formore information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.
Accessories
Supported accessories (sold separately) can be configured through Settings. This
option may only appear after you have connected an accessory to your device.
Visit samsung.com/us/mobile/mobile-accessories to learn more.
◌From Settings, tap Advanced features >Accessories.
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Start using your device
Turn on your device|Use the Setup Wizard|Bring data from an old device|Lock or
unlock your device|Side key settings|Accounts|Navigation|Navigation bar|
Customize your home screen|S Pen|Bixby|Digital wellbeing and parental controls|
Biometric security|Mobile continuity|Multi window|Edge panels|Enter text
Turn on your device
Use the Side key to turn your device on. 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 Side key to turn the device on.
•To turn the device off, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the
same time, and tap Power off. Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the
same time, and tap Restart. Confirm when prompted.
TIP To learn more about powering off your device from Settings, tap
Advanced features >Side key >How to power off your tablet.
NOTEBest 5G performance requires optimal 5G connection and unobstructed
antennas (rear of device); see carrier for network availability; 5G performance
may be impacted by a case or cover.
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.
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