Bluetooth, Tethering and Wi-Fi hotspot | Samsung SM-T531NZWASER

Settings

Setting Network notification

The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify when available.

On the Settings screen, tap Connections →Wi-Fi→→Advanced and tick Network notification to activate this feature.

Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.

On the Settings screen, tap Connections →Wi-Fi→Wi-Fi Direct.

Bluetooth

Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances. To use more options, tap .

•Visibility timeout: Set duration that the device is visible.

•Received files: View received files via the Bluetooth feature.

•Rename device: Change the device name.

•Help: Access help information for Bluetooth.

Tethering and Wi-Fi hotspot

•Mobile hotspot: Use the portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the device’s mobile network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network.

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

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

Flight mode

This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.

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Contents

SM-T531 About this manual About this manual Instructional icons Copyright Trademarks Table of Contents Travel & local Device layout Getting started Buttons Package contents Installing the SIM or Usim card Removing the SIM or Usim card Charging the battery Charging with the charger Checking the battery charge status Reducing the battery consumption Inserting a memory card Formatting the memory card →Settings →General →Storage →Unmount SD cardRemoving the memory card Holding the device Turning the device on and off Locking and unlocking the device Adjusting the volumeSwitching to silent mode Icon Meaning Indicator iconsBasics Using the touch screen Tapping and holding Finger gesturesTapping Double-tapping Dragging Pinching Flicking Palm motions Rotating the screen Covering Sweeping Launching applications in a split screen Multi Window Using Multi WindowUsing a split screen Multi Window Basics Sharing content between applications Notifications Adding an application icon →Blocking modeHome screen Rearranging items Rearranging panels Setting wallpaper Organising with folders Using widgetsApplications screen Rearranging applications Disabling applications Installing applicationsUninstalling applications Opening from recently-used applications Using applicationsHelp Opening an application Changing the keyboard type Entering textChanging the keyboard type Entering uppercase Handwriting Entering text by voiceCopying and pasting Changing language keyboards Adding Wi-Fi networks Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkTurning Wi-Fi on and off Joining Wi-Fi networks Removing accounts Setting up accountsAdding accounts Transferring files Connecting with Samsung KiesConnecting with Windows Media Player Connecting as a media device Securing the device Setting a patternSetting a PIN Setting a password Upgrading with Samsung Kies → Update nowUpgrading the device Unlocking the device Making calls CommunicationPhone During a call Finding contactsMaking an international call Call barring Adding contactsSending a message Fixed dialling number Receiving calls Page Swapping images Listening to a voice message Searching for contacts ContactsManaging contacts Importing and exporting contacts Displaying contactsMoving contacts Contact groups Favourite contacts Sending a message or email to a group’s members Business cardManaging groups Viewing incoming messages MessagesSending messages Sending scheduled messages Setting up email accounts Reading messages Google Mail Tap →Settings to change the Google Mail settings Labels HangoutsGoogle+ Photos Opening a new Web & networkInternet Viewing webpages Links BookmarksHistory Saved pages →Save ChromeSyncing with other devices Sending and receiving data BluetoothPairing with other Bluetooth devices Screen Mirroring Playing music MediaMusic Playing music by mood Setting a song as ringtoneCreating playlists Camera etiquette CameraTaking photos Taking a photo Applying filter effects Shooting modePanoramic photos Taking a video Recording modeTaking videos Controlling the camera remotely Zooming in and outShare shot Configuring settings for Camera Viewing images GalleryShortcuts Zooming in and out Playing videosTrimming segments of a video Editing images Sharing images Setting as wallpaperFavourite images Deleting images Tagging faces Using Tag buddy Deleting videos Video Watching videos Using Popup Video playerYouTube Sharing videos Play Store Application & media stores Play Books Samsung Apps Play Newsstand Play Movies & TVPlay Music Play Games Composing memos UtilitiesMemo Adding and managing categories Viewing a memo Browsing memos Creating events or tasks Planner Deleting events or tasks Syncing with Google CalendarChanging calendar type Searching for events or tasks Syncing with the Samsung account DropboxCloud Syncing with Dropbox DriveHancom Viewer Backing up or restoring data Word processor Searching documentsReading documents Spreadsheet Presentation Alarm World Clock Voice Calculator Google Now GoogleSearching the device Viewing files Voice SearchMy Files Viewing storage information Changing the view modeSearching for a file Adding FTP server shortcuts to the device Creating foldersAdding shortcuts to folders Getting directions for a destination Travel & localMaps Searching for locations Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy SettingsAbout Settings Wi-Fi Setting Network notification BluetoothTethering and Wi-Fi hotspot Flight mode More networks Default messaging appData usage Location Mobile networks Nearby devicesScreen Mirroring Printing Display DeviceSound Lock screen Multi window Notification panel AccessibilityWallpaper Font Text-to-speech options Answering and ending calls Answering/ending calls Call settingsCall Call alerts Call accessoriesAdditional settings Internet call settings Blocking modeRingtone and sound settings Video call settings Language DefaultControls Language and input Voice search Google voice typingVoice recogniser Text-to-speech options Accounts GeneralPalm motion Smart screen Date and time Backup and resetAccessories Application manager Default applicationsBattery Power saving mode Security Set up SIM card lock About device Google SettingsSecurity policy updates Your device displays network or service error messages Troubleshooting Touch screen responds slowly or improperly Sound echoes during a call Your device is hot to the touch Another Bluetooth device is not located Data stored on the device has been lost English EU /2014. 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