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Samsung SM-G901FZKACOS, SM-G901FZDABAL, SM-G901FZWAVGR Home and Apps screens, Home screen, Basics

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Basics

Home and Apps screens

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more. Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen.

The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right. To customise the Home screen, refer to Managing the Home and Apps screens for details.

A widget

An app

A folder

Screen indicators

Favourite apps

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Samsung SM-G901FZKACOS, SM-G901FZDABAL, SM-G901FZWAVGR, SM-G901FZWADBT manual Home and Apps screens, Home screen, Basics

Contents

User Manual SM-G901FTable of Contents Motions & usability featuresRead me first Getting started BasicsVoice features Table of ContentsPhone ContactsSafety Connecting with other devicesSettings MultimediaTroubleshooting AccessibilityTable of Contents Read me first Instructional icons Read me firstWarning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Note notes, usage tips, or additional informationGetting started Device layoutMaintaining water and dust resistance Getting startedPower ButtonsButton FunctionPackage contents VolumePress to adjust the device volume ButtonFunctionInstalling the SIM or USIM card and battery Getting started3 Insert the battery Getting startedRemoving the SIM or USIM card and battery Use only Samsung-approved back covers and accessories with the deviceRemove the back cover Pull out the battery Getting startedCharging the battery Getting startedConnect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor Getting startedReducing the battery consumption Getting startedInserting a memory card Getting startedFormatting the memory card Removing the memory cardGetting started Holding the device Turning the device on and offGetting started Locking and unlocking the device Getting startedBasics Using the touch screenTapping Tapping and holding DraggingDouble-tapping BasicsSpreading and pinching FlickingBasics Icon Meaning Indicator iconsBasics Notifications and quick setting panels Using the notifications panelBasics Icon MeaningUsing the quick setting panel more detailed settings Launch S Finder Adjust the brightnessLaunch Settings View all quick setting buttons BasicsHome screen Home and Apps screensBasics Home screen options Using My MagazineBasics Apps screen An app Screen indicatorsAccess additional options BasicsInstalling or uninstalling apps Installing appsOpening apps Samsung GALAXY AppsUninstalling or disabling apps Play StoreDownloading suggested apps Managing appsSetting input languages Entering textEnabling apps BasicsChanging the keyboard layout Using additional keyboard functionsBasics Copying and pasting BasicsPower saving mode Using the power saving featureBasics Accessing help information BasicsSwitching to easy mode PersonalisingManaging the Home and Apps screens Managing the Home screenMoving and removing an item Creating a folderManaging panels PersonalisingManaging the Apps screen Hiding appsMoving items Creating foldersChanging the screen lock method PatternFingerprint PersonalisingSetting wallpaper PasswordOn the Apps screen, tap Settings →Sounds and notifications Changing ringtonesSetting up accounts Moving contacts using Samsung Smart SwitchUsing Smart Switch Mobile Moving contacts from other devices to your deviceUsing Smart Switch with computers Moving contacts using Samsung KiesPersonalising Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connecting to a mobile networkNetwork connectivity Adding Wi-Fi networks Activating Wi-Fi PasspointForgetting Wi-Fi networks Network connectivityUsing Smart network switch Using Download boosterNetwork connectivity Tethering devices and using mobile hotspots Using the mobile hotspotBefore using this feature About tethering and mobile hotspotsUsing USB tethering Using Bluetooth tetheringOn the Apps screen, tap Settings →Tethering and Mobile hotspot Tick Bluetooth tetheringControl motions Motions & usability featuresAir browse Direct call Motions & usability featuresSmart alert Mute/Pause Placing palm on screenTurning device over Motions & usability featuresPalm swipe to capture Smart pause→ Screenshots folder Motions & usability featuresAir view Multi windowAbout Multi window Launching Multi windowCreating a Multi window combination Motions & usability featuresAdjusting the window size Using Multi window optionsMotions & usability features Switch locations between Multi window appsRearranging apps on the Multi window tray Motions & usability featuresToolbox Motions & usability featuresOne-handed operation Motions & usability featuresReturn to the Home screen Adjust the volume Enlarge or reduce the screen sizeManaging shortcuts to contacts or apps Increasing touch screen sensitivityMotions & usability features Phone Making callsMaking calls from the favourites list Making calls from call logs or contact listsPhone Number prediction Speed dial numbersMaking an international call Tap KeypadReceiving calls Answering a callRejecting a call Missed callsDuring a call During a voice callDuring a video call PhoneContacts Adding contactsManaging contacts Moving contacts from other devicesSearching for contacts Deleting a contactSharing a contact ContactsMessages Messages & emailSending messages Viewing incoming messages Sending scheduled messagesAdding contacts to the priority list Messages & emailSetting up email accounts EmailSending messages Sending scheduled messagesReading messages Google MailMessages & email Camera Taking photos or videosAbout taking photos or videos Camera etiquetteViewing photos or videos CameraUsing the HDR Rich tone effect Using selective focus modeCamera Without effectBefore using this mode CameraLaunching Camera on the locked screen Using the shooting modeCamera Using shot & more mode About shot & more modeTap MODE →Shot & more CameraCamera Drama shotTap MODE →Shot & more Using dual camera mode CameraUsing virtual tour mode About virtual tour modeTap MODE →Virtual tour CameraViewing photos CameraApplying filter effects Using the zoom featureCamera Tap →Remote viewfinder Using remote viewfinder modeCamera Changing Camera settings Configuring settingsReorganising camera shortcuts CameraViewing content on the device GalleryLaunch Camera Access additional options Images and videos Search for images or videosGallery Viewing content stored on other devices3 Select an option Modifying content on the device Using studio modeEditing images GalleryTap →Studio →Video clip studio Editing videosGallery Gallery Tap Select a save option and tap SAVEInternet & SNS InternetBrowsing webpages Read an article using ReaderChrome HangoutsChatON Chatting with buddiesS Health S Health featuresAbout S Health Starting S Health S HealthCustomising the S Health main screen S Health→ Help Using S Health menusS Health Tap →Pedometer Measuring steps takenS Health Recording exercise information Starting to exerciseTap →Exercise S HealthS Health Exercise typeAbout the coaching feature Using the coaching feature while exercising in running modeS Health Wear the heart rate monitor On the Exercise main screen, tap →SCAN S HealthSelect your heart rate monitor from the detected devices list SET WORKOUT GOAL →Training goal S HealthS Health 8 Set the exercise intensity and tap NEXTRecording food intake S HealthTap →Partner apps Using the additional menusS Health Voice features Setting the languageUsing S Voice S VoiceChanging the wake-up command Correcting unwanted voice commandsVoice features Tap →Settings →Voice wake-up →Set wake-up commandVoice Recorder Recording voice memosSaving files with contextual tags Voice featuresUsing the bookmarks list Playing voice memosManaging voice memos Renaming voice memosVoice Search Car modeAbout car mode Before using this modeTap →Settings →Register Car →Add car Starting car modeRegistering a vehicle Voice featuresTap →Settings →Registered Places Activating car mode automaticallyAdding shortcuts to frequently-visited places Voice featuresUsing car mode menus Voice featuresSend messages Get directionsUsing the navigation feature Navigating to a preset destinationNavigating to a destination Say “Navigation” or tap NavigationMultimedia MusicPlaying music Adjust the volumeAccessing music on a registered device Accessing music on a nearby devicePlaying music stored on other devices MultimediaPlaying videos VideoMultimedia Accessing a video on a registered device Accessing a video on a nearby deviceYouTube Playing videos stored on other devicesFlipboard Google+Photos MultimediaPlay Games Play MusicPlay Newsstand MultimediaFinger Scanner SecurityFor better fingerprint recognition Registering fingerprints On the Apps screen, tap Settings →Finger Scanner →Fingerprint managerSecurity Changing the alternative password Verifying the Samsung account passwordManaging registered fingerprints Unlocking the screen with fingerprintsUsing fingerprints for purchases via PayPal Hiding contentTick FIDO Ready support and PayPal, and then tap INSTALL Private mode→ Move to Private Viewing hidden contentSecurity Safety Emergency modeAbout emergency mode Activating emergency modeSafety Deactivating emergency modeSetting help messages Sending help messagesAbout sending help messages Adding primary contactsSevere weather notification Geo News About severe weather notification Geo NewsReceiving notifications Pop-up notificationsUsing the geo news widget SafetyAccess additional options Current locationSearching for content UtilitiesS Finder Managing the search historyS Planner Starting S PlannerCreating events or tasks UtilitiesSyncing events and tasks with your accounts UtilitiesSelect an item Select a calendar to use or sync with Enter a title Attach a map showing the location of the eventCalculator Deleting events or tasksSharing events or tasks DELETEAlarm Setting alarmsStopping alarms Deleting alarmsTimer DriveDropbox StopwatchTap Turn on Camera Upload GoogleUtilities Kids mode home screen Kids ModeUtilities Utilities Use this app to create a drawing with a pen, a brush, and moreParental control Kids mode play areaUtilities Magnifier MapsSearching for locations Getting directions for a destinationMemo Adding and managing categoriesComposing memos Searching for memosMy Files About My FilesViewing files Searching for files or foldersConnecting with other devices About NFCBefore using this feature Making a purchase with the NFC feature Using the NFC featureConnecting with other devices Bluetooth About BluetoothSending data Connecting with other devicesPairing with other Bluetooth devices Sending and receiving dataSending an image Before using this featureUnpairing Bluetooth devices Receiving an imageTap Unpair Connecting with other devicesS Beam Sending dataBefore using this feature Connecting with other devicesConnecting to other devices Quick ConnectAbout Quick connect Before using this featureSharing content Connecting to a TVDeactivating the Quick connect feature Re-searching for devicesBefore using this feature Joining Group PlayConnecting with other devices Before using this feature Exploring computersConnecting with other devices Before using this app Smart RemoteAbout Smart Remote Connecting to a TVUsing the device as a remote control Connecting with other devicesWatching TV using the device Setting programme remindersTap JUST FOR YOU, TV SHOWS, MOVIES, or SPORTS Tap REMIND MEAbout Screen Mirroring Screen MirroringConnecting with other devices Viewing content on a TV Stopping viewing the contentBefore using this feature Connecting with other devicesUsing the mobile printing feature Connecting to a printerPrinting content Before using this featureDevice & data manager Upgrading the deviceUpgrading over the air Upgrading with Samsung KiesConnecting as a media device Transferring files between the device and a computerDevice & data manager device MTPConnecting with Samsung Kies Using a Google accountTap Backup and reset and tick Back up my data Backing up and restoring dataPerforming a data reset Using a Samsung accountTap Backup and reset →Factory data reset Tap RESET DEVICE →ERASE EVERYTHINGSettings About SettingsQUICK SETTINGS Wi-FiBluetooth Setting Wi-Fi sleep policySetting Network notification Wi-Fi DirectTethering and Mobile hotspot Flight modeData usage SettingsDefault messaging app LocationMore networks Mobile networksCONNECT AND SHARE Nearby devicesPrinting SettingsSOUND AND DISPLAY Screen MirroringSounds and notifications DisplayScreen mode LED indicatorSettings Wallpaper Lock screenMulti window SettingsNotification panel ToolboxOne-handed operation SettingsAccessibility PERSONALISATIONEasy mode Private modeMOTION Finger ScannerMotions and gestures SettingsUSER AND BACKUP Backup and resetAir view AccountsDefault SYSTEMLanguage and input LanguageGoogle voice typing Text-to-speech optionsKeyboard swipe SettingsDate and time Notification readoutPointer speed SettingsSafety assistance AccessoriesBattery SettingsPower saving StorageSecurity SettingsSet up SIM card lock SettingsGoogle Settings Default applicationsAPPLICATIONS HelpAccessibility AccessibilityUsing the Home button to open accessibility menus AccessibilityOn the Apps screen, tap Settings →Accessibility →Vision →TalkBack TalkBackControlling the screen with finger gestures AccessibilityConfiguring settings for vertical gestures Configuring finger gesture settingsAccessibility Configuring settings for shortcut gestures AccessibilityChanging reading units by using the local contextual menu Changing reading units using two-part vertical gesturesChanging reading units AccessibilityPausing TalkBack Using the quick navigation feature→ SETTINGS →Manage customised labels Adding and managing image labelsConfiguring settings for TalkBack AccessibilityUsing the rapid key input feature Using the device with the screen turned offAccessibility Reading passwords aloud Setting text-to-speech featuresEntering text using the keyboard AccessibilityEntering additional characters Changing keyboard input languageEditing text AccessibilityEntering text by voice Reading aloud information from documents or imagesChanging the input language AccessibilityUsing document mode Using colour/pattern modeOn the Apps screen, tap Settings →Accessibility →Vision →Font size Changing the font sizeSetting notification reminders Magnifying the screenReversing the display colours AccessibilityColour adjustment Setting flash notificationTurning off all sounds AccessibilityCustomising caption settings Adjusting the sound balanceSamsung caption Google captionUsing mono audio Using baby crying detectorUsing auto haptic AccessibilityUsing the assistive menus Accessing assistive menusUsing the cursor Displaying the assistive shortcut iconTurning on the screen with the air gesture feature Setting tap and hold delay optionsUsing enhanced assistive menus Editing the assistive menusAnswering or ending calls Using interaction control modeAccessibility Using single tap mode Configuring accessibility settingsSaving accessibility settings in a file Importing an accessibility settings fileUsing other useful features AccessibilityYour device displays network or service error messages TroubleshootingYour device does not turn on Your device freezes or has fatal errors TroubleshootingThe touch screen responds slowly or improperly Calls are not connectedThe battery icon is empty The battery does not charge properly For Samsung-approved chargersThe battery depletes faster than when first purchased Sound echoes during a callError messages appear when launching the camera Error messages appear when opening multimedia filesYour device is hot to the touch Photo quality is poorer than the previewYour device cannot find your current location Another Bluetooth device is not locatedTroubleshooting A small gap appears around the outside of the device case Data stored on the device has been lostTroubleshooting Copyright Trademarks