Zte Blade A31 Lite User manual

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Blade A31
Telstra Smart 4
User Manual

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LEGAL INFORMATION
Thank you for choosing this ZTE mobile device. In order to
keep your device in its best condition, please read this
manual and keep it for future reference.
Copyright
Copyright © 2021 ZTE CORPORATION
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be quoted, reproduced,
translated or used in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without
the prior written permission of ZTE Corporation.
Notice
ZTE Corporation reserves the right to make modifications on
print errors or update specifications in this guide without
prior notice. This manual has been designed with the utmost
care to ensure the accuracy of its content. However, all
statements, information and recommendations contained
therein do not constitute a warranty of any kind, either
expressed or implied. Please refer to For Your Safety to be
sure to use your phone properly and safely. We offer self-
service for our smart terminal device users. Please visit the
ZTE official website (at http://www.ztedevices.com) for more
information on self-service and supported product models.
Information on the website takes precedence.

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Disclaimer
ZTE Corporation expressly disclaims any liability for faults
and damages caused by unauthorized modifications of the
software.
Images and screenshots used in this manual may differ from
the actual product. Content in this manual may differ from
the actual product or software.
Trademarks
ZTE and the ZTE logos are trademarks of ZTE Corporation.
Android is a trademark of Google LLC.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by ZTE Corporation is under license.
microSDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.

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Instructional Icons
NOTE
Additional information, supplementary
instruction or tips for the operation of
the product.
CAUTION
Safety information that, if ignored, may
cause minor damage to the equipment
or service interruption.
WARNING
Safety information that, if ignored, may
cause serious damage to the
equipment or danger to personal
safety.
Version No.: R1.0
Edition Time: October 2021

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Contents
Getting Started.........................................................9
Knowing the Keys........................................................10
Setting Up Your Phone ................................................11
Charging the Phone.....................................................11
Powering On/Off ..........................................................14
Setting Up for the First Time ........................................14
Knowing the Home Screen...........................................14
View Notifications and the Quick Settings Panel ..........15
Personalizing .........................................................16
Choosing Your Wallpaper ............................................16
Removing Items from Your Home Screen....................16
Using Do Not Disturb Mode..........................................17
Knowing the Basics...............................................18
Monitoring the Phone Status........................................18
Using Quick Settings....................................................20
Opening and Switching Apps .......................................21
Security ..................................................................22
Protecting Your Phone with a Screen Lock ..................22
Protecting Your Phone with App Pinning......................22
Connecting to Networks .......................................24
Connecting to Mobile Network......................................24
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network.....................................25

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Connecting to Devices ..........................................26
Bluetooth®................................................................... 26
Wi-Fi Direct®................................................................ 27
Connecting to a Computer via USB ............................. 28
Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection.................29
Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection through Tethering
.................................................................................... 29
Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection as a Wi-Fi Hotspot
.................................................................................... 30
Phone Calls ............................................................31
Answering or Rejecting Calls....................................... 32
Contacts .................................................................35
Creating a Contact....................................................... 35
Searching for a Contact............................................... 35
Importing and Exporting Contacts................................ 36
Setting a Ringtone for a Contact.................................. 37
Setting Call/Message Blocking .................................... 38
Gmail.......................................................................39
Setting up the First Email Account............................... 39
Writing and Sending an Email...................................... 39
Responding to an Email............................................... 40
Messages................................................................41
Opening the Messages Screen.................................... 41
Sending a Message..................................................... 41

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Message Options.........................................................42
Message Settings ........................................................43
Camera ...................................................................44
Taking Pictures............................................................44
Recording Videos.........................................................45
Gallery ....................................................................46
Opening Gallery...........................................................46
Sharing Pictures and Videos........................................46
Retouching Your Pictures.............................................46
YT Music.................................................................47
Settings ..................................................................47
Network and internet....................................................47
Connected Devices......................................................48
Apps and notifications..................................................49
Battery.........................................................................50
Display.........................................................................50
Scheduled Power On/Off..............................................50
Sound..........................................................................50
Storage........................................................................51
Security........................................................................51
Location.......................................................................53
Users & Accounts ........................................................53
Accessibility.................................................................53
Google.........................................................................54
System.........................................................................54

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Software Update.......................................................... 55
For Your Safety......................................................55
General Safety ............................................................ 55
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy..................................... 57
Distractions.................................................................. 59
Product Handling......................................................... 60
Electrical Safety........................................................... 66
Radio Frequency Interference ..................................... 67
Explosive Environments .............................................. 69
Technical Specifications.......................................69
CE Caution..............................................................72
Battery Caution............................................................ 72
USB Port..................................................................... 72
Proper Use.................................................................. 72
Disposal of Your Old Appliance ...........................73

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Getting Started

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Knowing the Keys
Key
Function
Power key
Press and hold to select Restart or
power off.
Press to turn the screen on or off
Volume key
Press or hold to turn the volume up or
down.
(Home key)
Touch to return to the home screen from
any application or screen.
Touch and hold to use the Google
Assistant.
(Back key)
Touch to go to the previous screen.
(Recent apps key)
Touch to see recently used apps.
Double-tap to switch to the most recent
application.
Screen Capture
Press and hold the Volume Down and
Power key at the same time.
Power Restart
Power off using the power key or open
the back cover and remove the battery.