Entering text, Keyboard layout | Samsung SM-G611FZDDKSA guide

Basics

Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and more.

•Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the input language to one of the supported languages.

•The screen and the supported features may vary depending on the region or service provider.

Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap it twice.

Enter symbols.

Change the keyboard settings.

Enter text in the English alphabet and convert it to the selected language easily.

Delete a preceding character.

Break to the next line.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

Tap →Languages and types →MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES, and then select the languages to use. When you select two or more languages, you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key.

Changing the keyboard layout

Tap →Languages and types, select a language, and then select a keyboard layout to use.

On 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.

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Samsung SM-G611FZDDKSA manual Entering text, Keyboard layout, Changing the input language, Changing the keyboard layout

Contents

English /2018. Rev.1.2 Table of Contents Settings Appendix Basics Read me first Instructional icons Basics Device overheating situations and solutions When the device heats up while charging the batteryWhen the device heats up during use Do the following when the device heats up Keep the device updated with the latest software Device limitations when the device overheats Precautions for operating environment Package contents Device layout and functions Device layout Keys Battery Charging the battery Battery charging tips and precautions Reducing the battery consumption Use only a nano-SIM card Installing the SIM or Usim cardSIM or Usim card nano-SIM card Single SIM models Dual SIM models SIM card tray SIM card tray Removing the SIM or Usim card Gently press the SIM or Usim card into the tray to secure it Using dual SIM or Usim cards dual SIM models Setting preferred SIM or Usim cardsActivating SIM or Usim cards Customising SIM or Usim cards Installing a memory card Memory card microSD card Single SIM models Be damaged DisabledDual SIM models Removing the memory card → SD card →UNMOUNT Formatting the memory card → SD card →Format Emergency mode Activating emergency modeDeactivating emergency mode Turning the device on and off Initial setup Basics Samsung account IntroductionRegistering your Samsung account Registering a new Samsung account Tap Samsung account → →Remove account Enter your email address and password, and then tap SignTransferring data from your previous device Smart Switch Transferring data wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct Viewing imported data Transferring backup data from a computerOn the computer, launch Smart Switch Restoring data Samsung CloudBacking up data Understanding the screen Controlling the touchscreenTapping Tapping and holding Dragging Double-tappingSwiping Spreading and pinching Home screen and Apps screen Switching between Home and Apps screens Moving items Creating foldersAdding more apps Moving apps from a folder Editing the Home screen Deleting a folder Icon Meaning Indicator iconsDisplaying all apps on the Home screen Lock screen Capture a screenshot while using the device Screen captureChanging the screen lock method Capturing a screenshot Access the notification settings Launch Settings Notification panel Using quick setting buttons Entering text Keyboard layoutChanging the input language Changing the keyboard layout Additional keyboard functions Copying and pasting Dictionary Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up Installing or uninstalling apps Installing appsGalaxy Apps Play Store Uninstalling apps and using app sleep mode Setting app permissionsManaging apps Enabling apps Bixby Starting Bixby Bixby Home Opening Bixby HomeBixby Home screen will appear To close Bixby Home, swipe to the left on the screen Using recommended content on Bixby Home Viewing Bixby cards Editing Bixby cards listSelecting apps to show as Bixby cards →Unpin Reminder Starting ReminderTap GET Started on the Upcoming Reminders card Reminder intro page will appear Tap Save to save the reminder Creating remindersCreating reminders via the Reminder app Checking reminder notifications Creating reminders from Bixby HomeCreating reminders while browsing the Internet Tap Reminder Setting reminder details Viewing the reminders list Customising Bixby settings Completing remindersDeleting reminders Restoring reminders Make or answer voice and video calls PhoneMaking calls Using speed dial Making calls from call logs or contacts listMaking calls from the locked screen Making an international call Receiving calls Blocking phone numbersAnswering 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 Contacts Adding contactsCreating a new contact Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device Synching contacts with your web accounts Searching for contactsImporting contacts Sharing contacts Saving and sharing profile Creating groups Merging duplicate contactsDeleting contacts Sending a group message Messages Sending messagesSend and view messages by conversation Tap To send the message Viewing messages Blocking unwanted messages Setting the message notification Setting a message reminder Internet Browsing webpages Using secret mode Activating secret modeChanging security settings Deactivating secret mode Using the quick menu Setting up email accounts Camera Sending emailsReading emails Tap Send to send the mail Using swipe gestures Launching Camera Basic shooting Taking photos or recording videos This feature is available only in Auto and Pro modes Sharing your photos more easilyZooming in and out Locking the focus AF and exposure AE Taking and uploading a photo Taking and sharing a photo More fun with live stickers Applying stickers randomly Using shooting modes Auto modePro mode Available options Take a series of photos of moving subjects Panorama modeContinuous shot mode Sports mode HDR Rich tone modeNight mode Applying beauty effects Sound & shot modeSelfie mode Wide selfie mode Using the Selfie focus feature Customising camera settings Options for current shooting mode Camera settings Rear Camera Gallery Launch the Gallery app and tap Pictures Select an image Viewing images and videosViewing images Searching for images Viewing videos Viewing albums Viewing storiesCreating stories Tap →Create story Link will expire after a certain period Sharing storiesDeleting stories Syncing images and videos with Samsung Cloud Deleting images or videosDeleting an image or a video Deleting multiple images and videos Multi window Split screen view Tap the Recents key to open the list of recently used apps Using additional options Adjusting the window size Minimising the split screen view Sharing text or images between windows Samsung Pay mini Pop-up viewMoving pop-up windows Here for pop-up view Samsung Members When you are finished composing the note, tap Save Samsung NotesCreating notes Deleting notes Tap Save to save the event CalendarCreating events Samsung Health Creating tasksSyncing events and tasks with your accounts Starting Samsung Health Using Samsung Health Monitor your health and fitness Together Steps Additional information Voice Recorder Tap to finish recording Enter a file name and tap Save Setting alarms Launch the Clock app and tap AlarmMy Files Clock Stopping alarms Deleting alarmsCreating clocks Deleting clocks Timer Calculator Radio Listening to the FM radioPlaying through the speaker Launch the Radio app USB Backup Scanning radio stations Hiding apps SecureLocking apps Protect your privacy while using a Wi-Fi connection Dual Messenger Uninstalling a second app Samsung Connect Launch the Samsung Connect app Connecting to nearby devicesLaunch the Samsung Connect app. The dashboard will appear Follow the on-screen instructions to register devices Using home appliances, TVs, and IoT productsRegistering devices Viewing and controlling registered devices Adding devices and scenes by locationsAdding locations Launch the Samsung Connect app Tap Devices Adding scenes Adding automationsAdding devices to a location Sharing content Using additional features Google apps YouTube PhotosGoogle Duo Options IntroductionConnections Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkMobile networks Configure your mobile network settings Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list Wi-Fi Direct Tap Wi-Fi DirectOn the Settings screen, tap Connections →Wi-Fi Sending and receiving data Bluetooth Pairing with other Bluetooth devices Unpairing Bluetooth devices Sending and receiving dataTap next to the device name to unpair Tap Unpair Data saver Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Using the mobile hotspot SIM card manager dual SIM models More connection settings Customise settings to control other featuresPrinting Adding printer plug-ins Printing content Sounds and vibration Notifications Display Select an option Wallpapers and themesScreensaver Advanced features Only downloaded apps can be hidden Device maintenance Using the quick optimisation feature BatteryPower saving mode Managing the battery Storage MemoryDevice security Managing the memory Ultra data saving Apps Lock screen and security 138 Fingerprint recognition For better fingerprint recognition Registering fingerprints Using Samsung Pass Using fingerprints with Samsung Pay miniDeleting fingerprints Unlocking the screen with fingerprints Smart Lock Samsung PassRegistering Samsung Pass Read the on-screen instructions and tap Sign Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method Verifying the Samsung account passwordUsing Samsung Pass to sign in to websites Using Samsung Pass with apps Deleting your Samsung Pass dataManaging sign-in information Tap Web sign-in information Secure Folder Tap Delete data →DELETE Setting up Secure Folder Setting auto lock for Secure Folder Adding apps Moving content to Secure FolderMoving content from Secure Folder Adding accounts Hiding Secure FolderBacking up and restoring Secure Folder Removing apps from Secure Folder Restoring data Uninstalling Secure FolderCloud and accounts Using a Google account Backup and restoreUsing a Samsung account Accessibility Google General management Adding device languagesYou can add languages to use on your device → Add language Website supports only some languages Software updateSecurity updates information About phone Troubleshooting Appendix Resetting the device Forcing restart Your battery is low. Charge the battery Calls are not connected Battery depletes faster than when first purchased Charge the battery Error messages appear when opening multimedia files Your device cannot find your current location Samsung Cloud does not work Ensure that you are connected to a network properly About Hevc Advance CopyrightTrademarks