Huawei Y300 manual Using the Touchscreen, Locking and Unlocking the Screen, Touchscreen Actions

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2.5 Using the Touchscreen

2.5.1 Touchscreen Actions

Touch: Tap the screen with your finger to select an item, confirm a selection, or start an application.

Touch and hold: Touch an item with your finger and do not release it until the mobile phone responds. For example, to open the options menu for the active screen, touch and hold the screen until the menu appears.

Flick: Move your finger either vertically or horizontally across the screen.

Drag: Touch and hold the desired item with your finger. To move an item, drag the item to any part of the screen. You can drag an icon to move or delete it.

2.5.2 Rotating Your Mobile Phone Screen

The orientation of most screens will change to landscape or portrait view when you rotate your phone sideways.

On the Home screen, touch > Settings > Display > Auto-rotate screen to disable this function.

2.6 Locking and Unlocking the Screen

2.6.1 Locking the Screen

•When your phone is on, press to lock the screen. When the screen is locked, you can still receive messages and calls.

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Contents User Guide Calling Read Before ProceedingGetting Started PeopleGetting Connected Text InputMessaging Entertainment Google ServicesUsing Other Applications Synchronizing InformationAppendix Safety Precautions Read Before ProceedingPersonal Information and Data Security Legal Notice Trademarks and Permissions Third-Party Software StatementImport and Export Regulations Privacy policyKey Functions at Your Fingertips Important Information About the BatteryGetting Started Powering Your Mobile Phone On Power Saving TipsPower On or Off Your Mobile Phone Turning On Fast Boot Setting Up Your Mobile PhonePowering Off Your Mobile Phone Using Airplane ModeTouchscreen Actions Using the TouchscreenLocking and Unlocking the Screen Rotating Your Mobile Phone ScreenHome Screen Unlocking the ScreenNotification and Status Icons Closing the Notification Panel Notification PanelOpening the Notification Panel Adding a New Home Screen Item Viewing Other Parts of the Home ScreenCustomizing the Home Screen Moving a Home Screen ItemChanging the Wallpaper Service ShortcutsApplications and Widgets Moving Icons on the Application ScreenViewing Recently Used Applications Using a microSD CardUsing the microSD Card as a USB Mass Storage Removing the microSD CardMaking a Call with the Phone Application CallingMaking a Call Making a Call from PeopleAnswering an Incoming Call Using Voice DialingAnswering or Rejecting a Call Ending a CallMaking a Conference Call Other Operations During a CallRejecting an Incoming Call Opening the People Application Switching Between CallsPeople Adding a ContactSearching for a Contact Using Quick Contact for AndroidAdding a Contact to Your Favorites Editing a ContactBacking Up and Synchronizing Contacts Using a microSD Card to Back Up ContactsDeleting a Contact Communicating with a ContactCreating a Group Using a Google Account to Synchronize ContactsManaging Groups Editing a GroupSeparating Contacts Joining and Separating ContactsJoining Contacts Touch Manage joined contacts, and then touch Add contactDisplaying the Keyboard Text InputSending Contacts Using the Landscape Keyboard Editing TextCreating and Sending a Text Message MessagingOpening Messaging Creating and Sending a Multimedia Message Adding a SlideshowGetting Connected Connecting to a Wireless Network Wi-FiTurning On Wi-Fi Sharing Your Phones Data ConnectionInstalling the USB tethering Driver Sharing Your Phones Data Connection via USBBasic Operations Controlling Data UsageBrowser Opening a Webpage Setting a HomeTouch Settings General Set homepage Managing BookmarksTurning On Bluetooth BluetoothCustomizing Browser Settings Pairing with and Connecting to a Bluetooth DeviceSending Files via Bluetooth Touch Settings Under Wireless & NETWORKS, touch BluetoothViewing an Email Message Switching Between Email AccountsAdding an Email Account Replying to an Email Message Saving an Email AttachmentCreating and Sending an Email Message Deleting an Email AccountChanging Email Account Settings EntertainmentViewing Your Photos Opening Your CameraTaking a Photo Viewing Your Videos Using the GalleryRecording a Video Opening the GalleryRotating a Picture Tuning the FM RadioListening to the FM Radio Cropping a PictureGoogle Services Creating a Google AccountOpening Gmail Switching Between AccountsGmail Creating and Sending an EmailTalk Starting a Chat Setting Notifications for New Instant MessagesMaps Signing out of TalkOpening Maps Enabling the Location ServiceYouTube Searching for Places of InterestPlay Store Managing Your Accounts Uninstalling an ApplicationSynchronizing Information Removing an Account Adding an AccountAdding an Exchange Account Touch ADD AccountCustomizing Your Account Synchronization Configuring General Synchronization SettingsChanging an Accounts Synchronization Settings Touch Remove accountBacking Up Data on Your Phone Using Other ApplicationsAll Backup Restoring DataOpening Calendar CalendarBacking up an Application Creating an EventCustomizing Calendar Settings Setting an Event ReminderSetting Synchronization and Display To syncCreating a Folder File ManagerOpening File Manager Moving or Copying a FileCompressing or Extracting Files Viewing Your Memory StatusCalculator Opening the AlarmsClock Opening the ClockManaging Your Mobile Phone Setting the Date and TimeSwitching Between Basic and Advanced panel Opening CalculatorSetting the Display Setting RingersChanging the Phone Ringtone Setting Phone ServicesCustomizing Call Settings Changing the Message RingtoneProtecting Your Mobile Phone Adjusting the Speech RateDisabling the Data Service Protecting Your Mobile Phone with a Screen LockMoving an Application to the microSD Card Viewing an Installed ApplicationManaging Applications Ways to Free Up Your Mobile Phone Memory Resetting Your Mobile PhoneOn the Settings screen, touch Backup & reset Backing Up My DataAppendix Online UpdateFAQs How Do I Create an Application Shortcut on the Home Screen? Why Am I Unable to Use Navigation?How Do I Return to the Call Screen? How Do I Hide the Keyboard?Huawei M881

Y300 specifications

The Huawei Y300, launched in 2013, is a budget-friendly smartphone that captivated users with its impressive features and solid performance for its price point. Despite being an entry-level device, the Y300 offers a blend of quality, design, and functionality that meets the needs of everyday users.

One of the standout features of the Huawei Y300 is its 4.0-inch IPS LCD display, which provides vibrant colors and good viewing angles. With a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, the screen size is just right for comfortable viewing, whether users are browsing the web, watching videos, or playing games. The device’s compact form factor makes it easy to handle and carry, appealing to users who prefer smaller smartphones.

Under the hood, the Huawei Y300 is powered by a dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor clocked at 1.0 GHz, coupled with 512 MB of RAM. While not the most powerful setup by contemporary standards, it adequately supports basic tasks and light multitasking. The device runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean with Huawei's Emotion UI on top, providing a user-friendly interface and several customization options.

The Huawei Y300 sports a 5-megapixel rear camera, which is capable of capturing decent photos in well-lit conditions. It also features a VGA front camera for video calls, expanding its functionality as a social networking device. The inclusion of a 4 GB internal storage, which is expandable via microSD card, means users can store their photos, music, and apps without running out of space.

Connectivity options on the Y300 include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS, while it supports 3G networks for fast data access. The 1730 mAh battery is another highlight, delivering a respectable battery life that allows users to enjoy extended usage without frequent recharging.

Overall, the Huawei Y300 manages to pack a punch in the budget smartphone category with its solid construction, reliable performance, and essential features. It appeals mainly to first-time smartphone users or those looking for an affordable, no-frills device. While it may lack the advanced features of more recent smartphones, its value for money and simplicity have cemented its place in the hearts of many users.
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