Samsung SM-T387P User manual

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Table of contents
Features 1
Camera 1
Bixby 1
Night mode 1
Multi window 1
Expandable storage 1
Getting started 2
Front view 3
Back view 4
Assemble your device 5
Charge the battery 6
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
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Bixby 16
Digital wellbeing 17
Customize your home screen 17
Multi window 23
Enter text 24
Apps 28
Using apps 29
Uninstall or disable apps 29
Search for apps 29
Sort apps 29
Create and use folders 30
App settings 30
Samsung apps 32
Galaxy Essentials 32
Galaxy Store 32
Samsung Flow 32
Samsung Notes 33
SmartThings 35
Calculator 36

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Calendar 37
Camera 39
Clock 43
Contacts 48
Email 53
Gallery 56
Internet 60
Messages 63
My Files 65
Google apps 67
Chrome 67
Drive 67
Gmail 67
Google 67
Hangouts 67
Maps 68
Photos 68
Play Movies &TV 68
Play Music 68

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Play Store 68
YouTube 68
Settings 69
Access Settings 70
Search for Settings 70
Connections 70
Wi-Fi 70
Bluetooth 72
Tablet visibility 73
Airplane mode 73
Mobile networks 74
Data usage 74
Mobile hotspot 75
Tethering 77
Nearby device scanning 77
Connect to aprinter 78
Virtual Private Networks 78
Private DNS 79
Ethernet 79

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Sounds and vibration 79
Sound mode 79
Notification sounds 80
Volume 80
System sounds 81
Dolby Atmos 81
Equalizer 82
Headset audio options 82
Adapt sound 82
Separate app sound 83
Notifications 83
Manage notifications 83
Customize app notifications 84
Smart pop-up view 84
Display 84
Screen brightness 84
Blue light filter 85
Night mode 85
Font size and style 85

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Screen zoom 86
Screen timeout 86
Screen saver 86
Reduce animations 86
Double tap to wake 86
Device maintenance 87
Quick optimization 87
Battery 87
Storage 88
Memory 89
Language and input 89
Date and time 92
Troubleshooting 92
Lock screen and security 96
Screen lock types 96
Google Play Protect 97
Find My Mobile 97
Security update 98
Install unknown apps 98

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Secure Folder 98
Secure startup 98
Encrypt SD card 99
View passwords 99
Security update service 99
Device administration 100
Credential storage 100
Advanced security settings 100
Location 101
App permissions 102
Permission usage monitor 102
Send diagnostic data 102
Accounts 103
Add an account 103
Account settings 103
Remove an account 103
Users 104
Samsung Cloud 104
Backup and restore 105

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Google settings 105
Accessibility 106
Screen reader 106
Visibility enhancements 106
Hearing enhancements 107
Interaction and dexterity 108
Advanced settings 109
Installed services 110
Other settings 110
Help 110
About tablet 110
Learn more 111
Videos 111
Smart Simulator 111
Tips 111
Samsung Care 111
Talk to an agent 111
Legal information 112
Samsung Knox 112

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Restricting children’s access to your mobile device 113

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Features
Camera
The camera on your device has several unique features. See Camera on
page 39.
Bixby
Bixby learns what you like to do and works with your favorite apps and
services to help you get more done. See Bixby on page 16.
Night mode
Use adarker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night. See Night mode on
page 85.
Multi window
Multitask by using two applications at the same time. See Multi window on
page 23.
Expandable storage
Expand storage with asupported microSD™card. See Memory card on page 88.

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

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Back view
Speaker
Rear camera
Microphone
SIM/microSD
card tray
Headphone jack
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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Assemble your device
Your device uses anano-SIM card. ASIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be able
to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for more details.
Install SIM/microSD card
Place the SIM card and 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.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable) 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.

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Charge the battery
Your device is powered by arechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB
cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from apower outlet.
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.
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.
•Toturn the device off, press and hold the Power key, and tap Power off.
Confirm when prompted.
•To restart your device, press and hold the Power key, and tap Restart.
Confirm when prompted.
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 96.
Power key
Press to lock.
Press to turn on the
screen, and then
swipe the screen to
unlock it.
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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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 95.
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 To quickly 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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Getting started
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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
Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations you see here are for reference only.
Lightly touch items to select or launch them.
lTap an item to select it.
lDouble-tap an image to zoom in or out.