Using the focus and exposure features | Samsung SM-A810FZBDKSA

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Using the focus and exposure features

Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)

You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.

Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo.

This feature is available only in Auto mode.

Separating the focus area and the exposure area

You can lock the focus and the exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources. On the preview screen, tap and hold the area you want to focus on, and then drag the AF/AE frame to the exposure area.

This feature is available only in Pro mode.

Changing shooting modes

On the preview screen, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list and select a mode.

•Auto: Take the best possible photos by setting the device to adjust the exposure and colour of photos automatically.

•Pro: Adjust the exposure value, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity, white balance, focal length, and colour tone manually while taking photos.

•Panorama: Create a panorama by taking consecutive photos in either a horizontal or vertical direction.

•HDR (Rich tone): Take multiple shots in various exposures and combine them to create soft and rich colours.

•Selfie: Take selfie shots and apply various effects, such as an airbrushed effect.

•Wide selfie: Take wide-angle selfie shots to fit more people into your photos.

•Night: Take brighter and clearer photos in low-light without using the flash.

•Food: Take photos that emphasise the vivid colours of food.

You can download more shooting modes from Galaxy Apps. On the shooting modes list, tap . Some downloaded shooting modes do not have access to every feature.

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SM-A810F/DS Table of Contents Settings Appendix Read me first Basics Basics When the device heats up while charging the battery Device overheating situations and solutionsDo the following when the device heats up Instructional icons When the device heats up during use Device limitations when the device overheats Precautions for operating environment Device layout and functions Package contents Device layout Rear camera NFC antenna Main antenna Flash Microphone Keys BatteryCharging the battery Reducing the battery consumption Battery charging tips and precautions Increasing the charging speed Fast chargingAbout Fast charging SIM or Usim card nano-SIM card Installing the SIM or Usim card Tray 1Tray Correct card installation Using dual SIM or Usim cardsRemoving the SIM or Usim card Activating SIM or Usim cards Setting preferred SIM or Usim cards Installing a memory cardMemory card microSD card Customising SIM or Usim cards Be damaged Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it Formatting the memory card Removing the memory card→ SD card →UNMOUNT → SD card →Format Activating emergency mode Emergency modeDeactivating emergency mode Turning the device on and off Initial setup Introduction Samsung account Removing your Samsung account Registering your Samsung accountRegistering a new Samsung account Registering an existing Samsung account Transferring data from your previous device Smart SwitchTransferring data wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct On the computer, launch Smart Switch Transferring backup data from a computer Restoring data Samsung CloudBacking up data Controlling the touchscreen Understanding the screenTapping Tapping and holding Double-tapping DraggingSwiping Spreading and pinching Home screen and Apps screen Moving items Switching between Home and Apps screens Adding more apps Creating foldersMoving apps from a folder Deleting a folder Editing the Home screen Icon Meaning Indicator iconsDisplaying all apps on the Home screen Changing the screen lock method Lock screen Capturing a screenshot Screen capture Notification panel Using quick setting buttons Keyboard layout Entering textChanging the input language Changing the keyboard layout Copying and pasting Additional keyboard functions Dictionary Installing apps Installing or uninstalling appsGalaxy Apps Play Store Setting app permissions Uninstalling apps and using app sleep modeManaging apps Enabling apps Making calls Phone Making calls from call logs or contacts list Using speed dialMaking calls from the locked screen Making an international call Blocking phone numbers Receiving callsAnswering a call Rejecting a call During a video call Options during callsDuring a voice call Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list Adding a phone number to ContactAdding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad Creating a new contact ContactsAdding contacts Synching contacts with your web accounts Searching for contactsImporting contacts Saving and sharing profile Sharing contacts Merging duplicate contacts MessagesDeleting contacts Sending messages Enter a message Viewing messages Blocking unwanted messages Setting the message notificationSetting a message reminder Browsing webpages Internet Activating secret mode Using secret modeChanging security settings Deactivating secret mode Reading emails Setting up email accountsSending emails Camera etiquette CameraLaunching Camera Changing shooting modes Using swipe gesturesSwitching cameras Applying filters and other effects Taking photos or recording videos Basic shooting Changing shooting modes Using the focus and exposure featuresLocking the focus AF and exposure AE Separating the focus area and the exposure area Available options Auto modePro mode Selfie Panorama Applying beauty effects Using the selfie flash Wide selfie Night HDR Rich tone Food Camera settingsQuick settings Rear Camera Camera settings Gallery Searching for images Viewing images and videosViewing images Viewing videos Viewing albumsViewing stories Tap →Create story Creating storiesSharing stories Deleting images or videos Syncing images and videos with Samsung CloudDeleting stories Deleting an image or a video Always On Display Opening notifications when the screen is offSetting the schedule for the Always On Display feature Controlling music playback when the screen is off Split screen view Multi window Adjusting the window size Using additional options Sharing text or images between windows Minimising the split screen view Pop-up view Samsung GearMoving pop-up windows Here for pop-up view Deleting notes Samsung NotesCreating notes Creating events Calendar Creating tasks Samsung HealthSyncing events and tasks with your accounts Starting Samsung Health Using Samsung Health Steps Together Additional information Voice Setting a wake-up commandUsing S Voice Tips for better voice recognition Setting the language Making voice recordings Voice Recorder My Files Changing the recording mode Clock Stopwatch Calculator Listening to the FM radio Radio Scanning radio stations Game Launcher Removing a game from Game Launcher Using Game LauncherChanging the performance mode Blocking notifications during games Using Game ToolsPage Google apps Photos YouTubeHangouts Google Options IntroductionConnections Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Wi-Fi Tap Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi DirectSending and receiving data Ending the device connection Pairing with other Bluetooth devices Bluetooth Tap Unpair Unpairing Bluetooth devicesSending and receiving data NFC and payment Using the NFC feature Sending data Making payments with the NFC feature Mobile hotspot and tethering Using the mobile hotspot SIM card manager More connection settings Adding printer plug-ins Printing contentPrinting Ending the MirrorLink connection Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLinkMirrorLink Download booster Sounds and vibration Display Notifications Wallpapers and themes Advanced features 118 Using the quick optimisation feature Device maintenance Managing the battery BatteryPower saving mode Storage AppsMemory Device security Lock screen and security Fingerprint recognition Registering fingerprints For better fingerprint recognition Deleting fingerprints Verifying the Samsung account passwordUsing fingerprints to sign in to accounts Registering Samsung Pass Samsung PassUnlocking the screen with fingerprints Deleting your Samsung Pass data Using Samsung Pass to sign in to websitesManaging sign-in information Tap Web sign-in information Folder Setting up Secure FolderSecure Folder Moving content to Secure Folder Setting auto lock for Secure Folder Adding apps Moving content from Secure FolderAdding accounts Removing apps from Secure Folder Backing up and restoring Secure Folder Hiding Secure FolderBacking up data Restoring data Cloud and accounts Uninstalling Secure FolderLaunch the Secure Folder app and tap →Settings →Uninstall Using a Samsung account Backup and restoreUsing a Google account Google Accessibility → Add language General managementAdding device languages Security updates information Software update About phone Appendix Troubleshooting Forcing restart Resetting the device Sound echoes during a call Battery depletes faster than when first purchased Error messages appear when opening multimedia files Data stored in the device has been lost Trademarks Copyright