Samsung Galaxy Tab3 User manual

Get
Started
All you need to know to get going.

With Sprint As You Go you can free yourself from long-term contracts
and enjoy more wireless flexibility.
Some limitations apply, depending on your service plan and device.
Data roaming may not be enabled and certain applications that are
preinstalled on your device may not be available or operational. Also, to
purchase other subscription-based third-party content from application
stores (such as Google Play™), you will need to provide them with credit
card information.
For more information, visit sprint.com/asyougo.
Special note for Sprint As You Go customers

Thanks for choosing Sprint. This booklet introduces you to the basics
of getting started with Sprint and your Samsung Galaxy Tab
®
3.
ReadyNow – For more help in getting up and running with your
new tablet, take advantage of exclusive Ready Now resources
at sprint.com/readynow. You can even schedule a one-on-one
appointment at a Sprint Store near you.
For ongoing support and resources, visit sprint.com/support.
There, you’ll find guides, tutorials, and more to help you get the
most out of your tablet.
Note: Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.

Infrared
Blaster
Front
Camera
Display
Menu
Key
Power/Lock
Key
USB Charger/Accessory Port
Memory
Card Slot
3.5mm Headset Jack
Camera
Light
Sensor
Volume Key
Back Key
Home Key
Speaker Speaker
SIM Card
slot
Your Samsung Galaxy Tab 3

Using This Guide
Using This Guide
This Get Started guide is designed to help you set up and use your new
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3. It’s divided into four sections to help you find the
information you need quickly and easily.
Get Ready − page 6 − Find out what
you need to do before you use your
tablet the first time, including activating
Sprint service on your device.
Android Basics − page 9 − Learn some
basics about how to move around on
your tablet, use the home screen, and
enter text. If you’re familiar with Android
devices, you can probably skip these
pages (although a refresher course
never hurt anyone).
Use Your Tablet − page 17 − Take
advantage of your tablet’s features
and Sprint services, from the basics
(Going Online) to the more advanced
(using Google Play™, Wi-Fi, and more).
Tools & Resources − page 30 − Find
useful tips for your tablet and discover
resources and other helpful Sprint
information. For additional information
including the full User Guide, videos,
tutorials, and community forums, visit
sprint.com/support.

6
Get Your Tablet Ready
Charge the Battery
1. Insert the USB cable into the charging head.
2. Insert the small end of the USB cable into
the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of
the tablet.
3. Plug the charging head into an electrical outlet.
Turn the Tablet On
• Press and hold the Power/Lock Key .
Unlock the Screen
• Swipe the screen with your finger to unlock it.
Turn the Screen On and Off
• To quickly turn the display screen off, press
the Power/Lock Key on the top right
side of the tablet.
• To turn the screen on and display the unlock
screen, press the Power/Lock Key .
Turn the Tablet Off
• Press and hold the Power/Lock Key
and then tap Power off > OK to turn the tablet off.
Before you start: Visit sprint.com/readynow to
learn about transferring contacts, calendars,
and more from your old tablet.

Get Ready
visit sprint.com/support for guides, tutorials and more 7
Activate Your Tablet
Activate Your Tablet
If you purchased your tablet at a
Sprint Store, it is probably activated
and ready to use.
If you received your tablet in the mail,
and it is a new Sprint account, your
tablet is designed to activate
automatically when you first turn it on.
You will see a Sprint Connections
Optimizer notice. Tap I agree to allow
your tablet to connect to a data network.
To confirm your activation, launch the
Web browser.
If you received your tablet in the mail
and it is going to be activated on an
existing number (you’re swapping
devices), go to sprint.com/activate
and follow the instructions. When you
have finished, launch the Web browser
to confirm your activation.
If your tablet is still not activated or you do not
have access to the Internet, contact Sprint
Customer Service at 1-888-211-4727 for
assistance.

8
Set Up Your Tablet
When you first turn on your device, follow the
prompts to set up your Google Account and
preferences.*
Complete the Setup Screens
1. When you turn on your tablet, you’ll see the
Welcome screen. Choose a language, and then
tap Next to begin.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
each section. Tap Skip or Next to continue.
• Samsung account - Create or sign in to your
Samsung user account.
• Got Google? - Sign in to an existing Google
Account and select additional Google
preferences.
• Make it Google - If you do not have an existing
Google Account, you can create one now.
• Google & location - Check or uncheck the
desired settings related to location information.
• This tablet belongs to… - Enter your name to
personalize your experience.
• Dropbox™ - Create or sign in to your
Dropbox cloud storage account.
• Learn about key features - Tap a function in
the list to see more details about it.
3. Enter a name for your device and then tap Finish.
* You do not need to sign up for a Google Account
to use your tablet; however, to download content
from the Google Play™ Store app, you must link
your tablet to a Google Account.
Sprint Connections Optimizer
During or following the initial setup, you may see
a Sprint Connections Optimizer notice. Read the
notice and tap I Agree to allow your tablet to
connect automatically to the best available data
network, including Wi-Fi.
Note: You can turn off Sprint Connections
Optimizer at any time. Press and then tap
Apps > Settings > More settings >
Mobile networks >
Connections optimizer.

visit sprint.com/support for guides, tutorials and more 9
Android Basics
Tap
Flick
Touch and hold
Android Basics: Getting Around Your Tablet
Move Around Menus and Screens
Your tablet’s touchscreen lets you control
everything through various types of touches
and gestures.
Tap: When you want to type using the onscreen
keyboard, select items such as application and
settings icons, or press onscreen buttons,
simply tap them with your finger. A light touch
works best.
Touch and hold: To display the available options
for an item simply touch and hold the item.
Flick: Move your finger in lighter, quicker strokes
than swiping. This finger gesture is always used
in a vertical motion, such as when flicking
through contacts or a list.

10
Rotate
Swipe: Quickly drag your finger vertically or
horizontally across the screen.
Drag: Press and hold your finger with some
pressure before you start to move it. Do not
release your finger until you have reached the
target position.
Rotate: Activate the auto-rotate feature to
automatically change the screen orientation
from portrait to landscape by turning the
tablet sideways.
Slide: This feature allows you to enter text by
sliding a finger from letter to letter, lifting only
between words. See page 15 for instructions
on using this continuous input method with
the various keyboard types.
Slide
Getting Around Your Tablet
Swipe Drag