Samsung SM-A800FZDEKSA Device and data management, Transferring data from your previous device

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Basics

Device and data management

Transferring data from your previous device

You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch. The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available.

Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.

Computer version: Transfer data between your device and a computer. You can download the app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch.

Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers.

Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer.

Transferring data from a mobile device

Transfer data from your previous device to your new device.

When you turn on your new device for the first time, tap DOWNLOAD AND OPEN in the Smart Switch installation pop-up window to install the app. Alternatively, download and install Smart Switch from Galaxy Apps or Play Store.

Launch Smart Switch and follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.

Transferring data from a computer

Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your new device.

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On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.

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Contents English /2015. Rev.1.2 Table of Contents Appendix Read me first BasicsPackage contents Device layout Keys Charging the battery BatteryViewing the remaining charging time Reducing the battery consumptionBattery charging tips and precautions Power saving mode Ultra power saving modeSave the battery power by limiting the device’s functions SIM or Usim card Installing the SIM or Usim cardInsert the SIM card tray back into the SIM card tray slot Removing the SIM or Usim cardUsing dual SIM or Usim cards Installing a memory cardMemory card Basics Formatting the memory card Removing the memory cardTouchscreen Turning the device on and offTapping Tapping and holdingDragging Double-tapping SwipingSpreading and pinching Home screen Home screenHome screen options Flipboard Briefing Adding itemsMoving and removing an item Creating folders Managing panelsEnter a folder name Moving items Apps screenIcon Meaning Indicator iconsPattern Lock screenFingerprints Using the notification panelPassword Notification panelFinder Using quick setting buttonsSearching for content on the device Setting search categoriesConnecting to other devices Quick ConnectRe-searching for devices Screen Mirroring Sharing contentChanging the keyboard layout Entering textKeyboard layout Changing the input languageChange the keyboard settings Additional keyboard functionsCopying and pasting Tap Dictionary on the options list Screen captureDictionary Tap and hold over a word that you want to look upClosing an app Opening appsMulti window IntroductionTap to open the list of recently used apps Split screen view Using additional options On the Apps screen, launch an app to use in the pop-up view Adjusting the window sizePop-up view Minimise the window Maximise the window Close the appLaunching the pop-up view from the split screen view Moving pop-up windowsTransferring data from a computer Device and data managementTransferring data from your previous device Transferring data from a mobile deviceDevice MTP Using the device as a removable disk for data transferUpdating over the air Updating with Smart SwitchDevice can be updated to the latest software Updating the deviceBacking up and restoring data Performing a data resetUsing a Samsung account Using a Google accountMirroring your device’s screen to a TV Connecting to a TVRegistering a TV Sharing screenTap TV to mobile device Using the Briefing on TV featureMirroring a TV screen to your device Select the registered TVSharing files with contacts Tap Share →Simple sharingSelect recipients and tap Done Emergency mode Deactivating emergency modePress and hold the Power key, and then tap Emergency mode Play Store Installing or uninstalling appsInstalling apps Galaxy AppsMaking calls Uninstalling or disabling appsPhone Managing appsTap or to make a voice call, or tap Making calls from the locked screenMaking calls from call logs or contacts list Making an international callOptions during calls Receiving callsCreating contacts manually ContactsAdding contacts During a video callImport contacts from storage services to your device Searching for contactsImporting contacts Messages Sending messagesSharing profile Viewing messages Add recipients and enter a messageTap or to send the message Internet Reading emails Setting up email accounts→ Settings →MORE →Set default account Sending emailsCamera etiquette CameraBasic shooting Taking photos or recording videosAuto mode Launching Camera on the locked screenLaunching Camera quickly Panorama Pro modeWide selfie Tap Mode →SelfieTap Mode →Wide selfie SelfieContinuous shot Interval shot Tap Mode →Interval shotHDR Rich tone NightDownloading modes Camera settingsQuick settings Camera settingsApplications To hide or show the menus, tap the screen GalleryViewing images or videos View and manage photos and videos stored in the deviceDeleting multiple images and videos Smart ManagerDeleting images or videos Deleting an image or a videoStorage Using the quick optimisation featureUsing the Smart manager BatteryPlanner Creating eventsTap Save to save the event Syncing events and tasks with your accounts Setting a wake-up commandVoice Creating tasksTips for better voice recognition Using S VoiceSetting the language Say a voice commandMusic Dragging the bar Change screen ratio VideoVoice Recorder Recording voice memosTap to finish recording My Files Changing the recording modeMemo Composing memosSearching for memos Alarm ClockWorld clock To clear the history, tap History →CLEAR History TimerCalculator StopwatchTap Radio on the Apps screen RadioListening to the FM radio Scanning radio stationsGoogle apps Photos Google SettingsDrive YouTubeTap Connect Wi-FiConnecting to a Wi-Fi network IntroductionSending and receiving data Wi-Fi DirectTap Wi-Fi Direct Tap Wi-Fion the Settings screenPairing with other Bluetooth devices BluetoothTap Unpair Flight modeUnpairing Bluetooth devices Sending and receiving dataMobile hotspot and tethering Using the mobile hotspotData usage SIM card managerLimiting data usage More connection settings Mobile networksOptions Printing content PrintingAdding printer plug-ins Ending the MirrorLink connection Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLinkSounds and notifications MirrorLinkDisplay Motions and gestures ApplicationsWallpaper Lock screen and security ThemesFor better fingerprint recognition Fingerprint recognitionDeleting fingerprints Registering fingerprintsTap Edit Tick fingerprints to delete and tap Remove Changing the backup passwordVerifying the Samsung account password Tap Change backup passwordPrivacy and safety Using fingerprints to sign in to accountsTick Sign in using your fingerprints and tap Remember Private mode Activating private modeHiding content Viewing hidden content Automatically deactivating private modeTap More →Remove from Private Adding primary contacts Easy modeSwitching to easy mode Send SOS messagesManaging shortcuts AccessibilityRemoving accounts AccountsAdding accounts Registering Samsung accountsLanguage and input Backup and resetStorage About device Date and timeAppendix TroubleshootingTouchscreen responds slowly or improperly Your battery is low. Charge the battery Battery depletes faster than when first purchasedCharge the battery Error messages appear when launching the cameraAnother Bluetooth device is not located Trademarks Copyright
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