Sony SGP521 Album home screen menu

To crop a photo

1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap

.

2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.

3Tap > Crop.

4Tap to select an option.

5To adjust the crop frame, touch and hold the edge of the crop frame. When the

squares at the edges disappear, drag inward or outward to resize the frame.

6To resize all sides of the crop frame at the same time, touch and hold one of

the four corners to make the squares at the edges disappear, then drag the

corner accordingly.

7To move the crop frame to another area of the photo, touch and hold inside the

frame, then drag it to the desired position.

8Tap Apply Crop.

9To save a copy of the photo as you cropped it, tap Save.

To apply special effects to a photo

1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap

.

2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.

3Tap , then select an option.

4Edit the photo as desired, then tap Save.

To improve a photo using advanced settings

1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap

.

2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.

3Tap , then select an option.

4To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.

To adjust the light settings for a photo

1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap

.

2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.

3Tap , then select an option.

4To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.

To set the saturation level of colours in a photo

1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap

.

2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.

3Tap , then select an option.

4To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.

Album home screen menu

Through the Album home screen menu you can browse to all your photo albums,

including albums of photos and videos taken with the camera as well as content that

you share online via services such as PlayMemories Online, Picasa™ and Facebook.

Once you are logged in to such services, you can manage content, comment on

photos and videos, and view comments from friends. From the Album application,

you can also add geotags to photos, perform basic editing tasks, and use methods

such as Bluetooth® wireless technology and email to share content.

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Contents

Main Contents Getting started...............................................................................6 Learning the basics......................................................................11 Downloading applications............................................................23 Internet and networks..................................................................24 Typing text...................................................................................41 Calling..........................................................................................44 Contacts.......................................................................................51 Messaging and chat.....................................................................56 Email.............................................................................................59 Music............................................................................................63 FM radio.......................................................................................69 Camera.........................................................................................71 Photos and videos in Album........................................................83 Videos..........................................................................................89 Smart apps and features that save you time.............................102 Travel and maps.........................................................................105 Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................109 Support and maintenance..........................................................112 Getting started About this User guide Updating your device Overview Assembly Page Starting your device for the first time Why do I need a Google account? www.sonymobile.com/support Charging your device Battery and power management Battery notification light status Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Swiping Flicking Screen lock Locking and unlocking the screen Home screen Home screen panes Application screen Navigating applications Small apps Widgets Shortcuts and folders Background and themes Taking a screenshot Status and notifications Notification light Icons in the status bar Status icons Notification icons Application overview Page Downloading applications Downloading applications from Google Play Downloading applications from other sources Internet and networks Browsing the web www.sonymobile.com/support/ Internet and MMS settings Wi-Fi Increasing Wi-Fi signal strength Wi-Fi settings Sharing your mobile data connection Tethering with Xperia Link Controlling data usage Selecting mobile networks Status icons Virtual private networks (VPNs) Synchronising data on your device Synchronising with online accounts Synchronising with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Synchronising with Outlook using a computer Contacts Sync Contacts Calendar Calendar Sync Basic settings Accessing settings Sound, ringtone and volume SIM card protection Screen settings Screen lock Page Language settings Personalising the Xperia keyboard Date and time X-Reality for mobile Super-vivid mode Enhancing the sound output High-resolution audio Noise cancellation Typing text On-screen keyboard Entering text using voice input Editing text Application bar Personalising the Xperia keyboard Calling Making calls Instant messaging and video chat Showing or hiding your phone number Receiving calls Using the answering machine Rejecting a call with a text message Ongoing calls Using the call log Forwarding calls Restricting calls Multiple calls Conference calls Voicemail Emergency calls Page Contacts Transferring contacts Contacts Setup Xperia Transfer Sony Bridge for Mac Searching and viewing contacts Adding and editing contacts Favourites and groups Sending contact information Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Backing up contacts Messaging and chat Reading and sending messages Internet and MMS settings Organising your messages Calling from a message Messaging settings Instant messaging and video chat Email Setting up email Sending and receiving email messages Email preview pane Organising your email messages Email account settings Gmail Music Transferring music to your device Managing files using a computer Listening to music Walkman home screen menu Playlists Sharing music Sharing music on Facebook Enhancing the sound Visualiser Recognising music with TrackID Music Unlimited online service www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com FM radio Listening to the radio Favourite radio channels Sound settings Camera Taking photos and recording videos To use the zoom function Face detection Using Smile Shutter to capture smiling faces Adding the geographical position to your photos General camera settings Capturing mode settings overview Superior auto Manual mode AR effect Creative effect Sweep Panorama Page Touch Block White balance Still camera settings Still camera settings overview Resolution Self-timer Smile Shutter Focus mode HDR ISO Metering Image stabiliser Preview You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them. Face registration Video camera settings Video camera settings overview Video resolution Self-timer Smile Shutter(video) Focus mode HDR video Metering SteadyShot Microphone Preview Scene selection Page Photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videos Sharing and managing photos and videos Analysing photos with faces in Album Editing photos with the Photo editor application Album home screen menu Viewing your photos on a map Adding the geographical position to your photos Page Videos Watching videos in the Movies application Transferring video content to your device Managing files using a computer Managing video content Video Unlimited service Page Connectivity Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable Mirroring the screen of another Xperia device wirelessly on your device Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV Sharing content with DLNA Certified devices Playing files from DLNA Certified devices on your device Playing files from your device on DLNA Certified devices Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer device Connecting your device to USB mass storage devices Playing games on a TV using a DUALSHOCK3/ DUALSHOCK4 wireless controller NFC Scanning NFC tags Connecting to an NFC compatible device Bluetooth wireless technology Naming your device Pairing with another Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology One-touch setup Smart apps and features that save you time Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect Managing devices Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+ NFC Using your device as a wallet Page Travel and maps Using location services Improving GPS accuracy Google Maps and navigation Using data traffic when travelling Using your device with a car infotainment system Airplane mode Page Calendar and alarm clock Calendar Alarm and clock Page Support and maintenance Support for your device Help in menus and applications Help us improve our software Computer tools Updating your device Updating your device wirelessly Updating your device using a computer Finding a lost device IMEI number Battery and power management Power saving modes STAMINA mode feature overview Memory and storage Improving memory performance Managing files using a computer www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Network configuration Backing up and restoring content Backing up data to a computer Backup & Restore Backing up data with the Backup & Restore application Restarting and resetting Using your device in wet and dusty conditions www.sonymobile.com/global-en/ legal/testresults/ Important information IP (Ingress Protection) rating www.sonymobile.com/recycle Recycling your device Limitations to services and features Legal information SonySGP521 This is an Internet version of this publication. 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