Mobile hotspot and tethering | Samsung SM-J106FZDDKSA specification

Settings

Mobile hotspot and tethering

Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth.

On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering.

You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

•Mobile hotspot: Use the mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers or other devices.

•Bluetooth tethering: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.

•USB tethering: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer.

Using the mobile hotspot

Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices.

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On the Settings screen, tap Mobile hotspot and tethering →Mobile hotspot.

Tap the switch to activate it.

The icon appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi networks list.

To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap MORE →Configure Mobile hotspot and select the level of security. Then, enter a password and tap SAVE.

On the other device’s screen, search for and select your device from the Wi-Fi networks list.

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SM-J106B SM-J106B/DS SM-J106F SM-J106F/DS SM-J106H/DS Table of Contents Settings Appendix Basics Read me first Package contents Device layout Keys Battery Installing the battery Removing the battery Charging the battery Battery charging tips and precautions Reducing the battery consumptionViewing the remaining charging time Ultra power saving mode Installing the SIM or Usim card SIM or Usim card Removing the SIM or Usim card 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 Turning the device on and off Removing the memory cardFormatting the memory card Touchscreen TappingTapping and holding Dragging Double-tappingSwiping Home screen Home screenSpreading and pinching Home screen options Adding itemsMoving items Removing items Creating folders Apps screen Managing panels Rearranging items Searching for items Indicator icons Icon Meaning Lock screen Using the notification panel Notification panel Using quick setting buttons Entering text Keyboard layoutChanging the input language Changing the keyboard layout Screen capture Additional keyboard functionsCopying and pasting Opening apps Samsung accountIntroduction Registering your Samsung account Removing your Samsung account Registering an existing Samsung account Transferring data from your previous device Transferring data from a mobile device Transferring backup data from a computer On the computer, launch Smart Switch Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer Device and data management Updating with Smart Switch Updating the deviceUpdating over the air Performing a data reset Using a Samsung accountUsing a Google account Backing up and restoring data Sharing features Installing or uninstalling apps Installing appsGalaxy Apps Play Store Uninstalling or disabling apps Setting app permissionsManaging apps Enabling apps Phone Making calls Using speed dial Making calls from the locked screenMaking calls from call logs or contacts list Receiving calls Blocking phone numbers Options during calls During a voice callDuring a video call Contacts Adding contactsCreating contacts manually Importing contacts Messages Searching for contactsSharing contacts Sending messages Viewing messages Blocking unwanted messages Setting the message notification Setting a message reminderInternet Using secret mode Browsing webpages Activating secret mode Changing security settingsDeactivating secret mode Setting up email accounts Camera Basic shootingSending emails Reading emails Taking photos or recording videos Auto mode Launching Camera on the locked screenLaunching Camera quickly Customising shooting modes Pro mode PanoramaContinuous shot Beauty face Camera settings Quick settingsSelfie Sound & shot Camera settings Gallery Viewing images Viewing videos Deleting images or videosSharing images or videos Deleting an image or a video Planner Creating events Voice Recorder Syncing events and tasks with your accounts My Files MemoComposing memos Searching for memos Alarm ClockWorld Clock Timer CalculatorStopwatch Radio Listening to the FM radioScanning radio stations Google apps Drive YouTubePhotos Hangouts Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkIntroduction Wi-Fi Direct Sending and receiving dataEnding the device connection Bluetooth Pairing with other Bluetooth devices Flight mode Unpairing Bluetooth devicesSending and receiving data Using the mobile hotspot Mobile hotspot and tethering Data usage SIM card manager dual SIM modelsMobile networks More connection settings OptionsPrinting Adding printer plug-ins Printing content Using the quick optimisation featureSmart Manager Battery Managing the batteryStorage Device security Applications Sounds and vibrations Notifications Do not disturbDisplay Advanced features Wallpaper Lock screen and security Accessibility Privacy Accounts GoogleSamsung Cloud Cloud usage Backup and reset Sync settingsBackup and restore Language and input Storage Date and timeAbout device Troubleshooting Appendix Resetting the device Restarting the deviceForcing restart Sound echoes during a call Battery depletes faster than when first purchased Photo quality is poorer than the preview Your device cannot find your current location Copyright Trademarks