Samsung SM-G736W User manual

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USER MANUAL
English (CA). 01/2023. Rev.1.0
SM-G736W

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Table of Contents
Getting started
5 Device layout and functions
8 Charging the battery
13 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
14 Memory card (microSD card)
16 Turning the device on and off
16 Initial setup
Apps and features
17 Introduction
18 Samsung account
19 Understanding the screen
27 Notification panel
29 Entering text
31 Installing or uninstalling apps
33 Phone
35 Contacts
37 Messages
39 Internet
40 Multi window
43 Bixby
45 Bixby Vision
46 Samsung Kids
47 Samsung Health
48 Samsung Notes
49 Samsung Members
49 Samsung Global Goals
49 Samsung TV Plus
50 Galaxy Wearable
50 Calendar
51 Reminder
52 My Files
52 Clock
52 Calculator
53 Game Launcher
54 Game Booster
55 SmartThings
55 Smart View
56 Music Share
58 Link to Windows
59 Samsung DeX
65 Google apps
66 Camera
80 Gallery
84 AR Zone
90 Voice Recorder
91 Samsung Pay
93 Sharing content
95 Screen capture and screen record
97 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
Settings
100 Introduction
101 Samsung account

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130 Advanced features
131 Motions and gestures
132 Dual Messenger
133 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
133 Battery and device care
133 Optimizing your device
134 Battery
134 Storage
134 Memory
134 Device protection
135 Auto optimization
135 Software update
135 Diagnostics
135 Apps
136 General management
137 Accessibility
138 Software update
138 About phone
Usage notices
140 Precautions for using the device
142 Notes on package contents and
accessories
143 Maintaining water and dust resistance
144 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
148 Troubleshooting
Health and Safety
101 Connections
102 Wi-Fi
104 Bluetooth
105 NFC and contactless payments
106 Data saver
107 Mobile data only apps
107 Mobile Hotspot
108 More connection settings
109 Connected devices
110 Modes and Routines
110 Using modes
110 Using routines
111 Sounds and vibration
112 Sound quality and effects
112 Separate app sound
113 Notifications
113 Display
114 Motion smoothness
115 Wallpaper and style
115 Themes
115 Home screen
115 Lock screen
116 Smart Lock
117 Security and privacy
118 Face recognition
120 Fingerprint recognition
122 Samsung Pass
124 Secure Folder
127 Secure Wi-Fi
128 Location
128 Safety and emergency
129 Accounts and backup
129 Samsung Cloud
130 Google

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Getting started

Getting started
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Device layout and functions
Speaker
Side key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
Volume key
XCover key
Touchscreen
Front camera
Proximity/Light sensor
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
Top key
Flash
Rear camera
Speaker Microphone
Earphone jack
NFC antenna
Back cover
Main antenna
LED indicator Microphone
GPS antenna

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When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone,
do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, the camera image
sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is irreparable and will cause dots
or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of
injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Centre.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s
sound may become quiet or certain features may not work. If you attempt to remove
the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object, the device may be damaged and its
appearance may be affected.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
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If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
•
If the area around the rear camera is covered with accessories, such as a screen
protector or stickers, unwanted noises may occur during calls or media playback.
•
Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a
cover. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
The light may flicker at the top of the device during calls due to proximity sensor
operation.

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Hard keys
Key Function
Side key
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using
Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Side key +
Volume Down key
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
XCover key
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Press or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Top key
•
Press or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Setting the Side key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the
Side key.
Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
Side key , and then select an option you
want.
Setting the XCover key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing or pressing and holding the XCover key.
Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
XCover key , and then select an option
you want.
Setting the Top key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing or pressing and holding the Top key.
Launch the Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
Top key , and then select an option you
want.

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Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. Refer
to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for an
extended period.
Installing the battery
1 Remove the back cover.
Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.
Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.

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2 Insert the battery with the battery’s gold-coloured contacts properly aligned with the
device’s contacts.
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3 Replace the back cover.
2
1
Align
Press
Ensure that the back cover is closed tightly to prevent water and dust from entering
the device. Open or loose back cover may allow water and dust to enter the device and
cause damage.
Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the device.

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Removing the battery
1 Remove the back cover.
2 Pull out the battery.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adapter and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the
device.
Do not remove the battery before disconnecting the charger. This may damage the
device.
Quick charging
Launch the Settings app, tap Battery and device care
→
Battery
→
More battery settings ,
and then activate the feature you want.
•
Fast charging : To use the fast charging feature, use a battery charger that supports
Adaptive fast charging.
You can charge the battery more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off.