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... address or phone number provided in Korea GH68-54257A Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Get help Terms & Conditions Read this document before operating the device Your device Side key Volume Get connected Camera Follow setup screens and transfer content to your new device Charging port S Pen Camera Connect your device to Wi-Fi tap Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi Do more Scan the code with your old device for more information on your device microSD™ card sold separately Settings Tips and help samsung.com/us/support...
... address or phone number provided in Korea GH68-54257A Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Get help Terms & Conditions Read this document before operating the device Your device Side key Volume Get connected Camera Follow setup screens and transfer content to your new device Charging port S Pen Camera Connect your device to Wi-Fi tap Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi Do more Scan the code with your old device for more information on your device microSD™ card sold separately Settings Tips and help samsung.com/us/support...
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... provider before you can view the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification, if applicable, by opening Settings > About phone or About device or About tablet > Status or Status information Diagnostic software This device may be possible on all wireless mobile device networks or when certain network services and/or mobile device features are in use of device may not be equipped with diagnostic software reporting usage and performance...
... provider before you can view the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification, if applicable, by opening Settings > About phone or About device or About tablet > Status or Status information Diagnostic software This device may be possible on all wireless mobile device networks or when certain network services and/or mobile device features are in use of device may not be equipped with diagnostic software reporting usage and performance...
User Manual
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... | Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G | Galaxy Tab S8 Set up your device: Charge the battery | Accessories Start using your device: Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Bring data from an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts | Navigation | Navigation bar | Customize your home screen | S Pen | Bixby | Digital wellbeing and parental controls | Biometric security | Mobile continuity | Multi window | Edge panels | Enter text Customize your home screen: App icons | Wallpaper | Widgets | Home screen settings | Status bar | Notification panel | Quick settings Camera and...
... | Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G | Galaxy Tab S8 Set up your device: Charge the battery | Accessories Start using your device: Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Bring data from an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts | Navigation | Navigation bar | Customize your home screen | S Pen | Bixby | Digital wellbeing and parental controls | Biometric security | Mobile continuity | Multi window | Edge panels | Enter text Customize your home screen: App icons | Wallpaper | Widgets | Home screen settings | Status bar | Notification panel | Quick settings Camera and...
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Getting started Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Magnetic S Pen charging strip Microphone Volume keys Side key Rear cameras Flash Front cameras Accessory dock port USB charger/ Audio port Devices and software are for reference only. 5 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
Getting started Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Magnetic S Pen charging strip Microphone Volume keys Side key Rear cameras Flash Front cameras Accessory dock port USB charger/ Audio port Devices and software are for reference only. 5 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
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Getting started Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G Magnetic S Pen charging strip Microphone Volume keys Side key Rear cameras Flash Front camera Accessory dock port USB charger/ Audio port Devices and software are for reference only. 6 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
Getting started Galaxy Tab S8+ | S8+ 5G Magnetic S Pen charging strip Microphone Volume keys Side key Rear cameras Flash Front camera Accessory dock port USB charger/ Audio port Devices and software are for reference only. 6 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
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Getting started Galaxy Tab S8 Magnetic S Pen charging strip Microphone Volume keys Side key Rear cameras Flash Front camera Accessory dock port USB charger/ Audio port Devices and software are for reference only. 7 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
Getting started Galaxy Tab S8 Magnetic S Pen charging strip Microphone Volume keys Side key Rear cameras Flash Front camera Accessory dock port USB charger/ Audio port Devices and software are for reference only. 7 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
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... your warranty and may void your device, charge it is the Wi-Fi model). A SIM card may be able to your carrier's specifications and network availability. Install SIM/microSD card Gently press the microSD card into the back of the tray. NOTE Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Using other charging devices and batteries may cause damage. Charge your device Before turning on your device, including charging compatibility, please visit samsung.com. Flip the tray over and...
... your warranty and may void your device, charge it is the Wi-Fi model). A SIM card may be able to your carrier's specifications and network availability. Install SIM/microSD card Gently press the microSD card into the back of the tray. NOTE Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. Using other charging devices and batteries may cause damage. Charge your device Before turning on your device, including charging compatibility, please visit samsung.com. Flip the tray over and...
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... accounts, choose location services, learn more . 10 Getting started Start using your device Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Bring data from Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key > How to a Wi-Fi® network, set up your device on. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to power off your device, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time, and tap Power off your device from an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts...
... accounts, choose location services, learn more . 10 Getting started Start using your device Turn on your device | Use the Setup Wizard | Bring data from Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key > How to a Wi-Fi® network, set up your device on. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to power off your device, press and hold the Side and Volume down keys at the same time, and tap Power off your device from an old device | Lock or unlock your device | Side key settings | Accounts...
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... panel | Quick settings App icons Use app icons to launch an app from a Home screen. Getting started Customize your home screen The Home screen is the starting point for available wallpapers: • My wallpapers: Choose from featured and downloaded wallpapers. • Gallery: Choose pictures and videos saved in addition to setting up additional Home screens, removing screens, changing the order of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture, video, or preloaded wallpaper. 1. From a Home screen, touch and...
... panel | Quick settings App icons Use app icons to launch an app from a Home screen. Getting started Customize your home screen The Home screen is the starting point for available wallpapers: • My wallpapers: Choose from featured and downloaded wallpapers. • Gallery: Choose pictures and videos saved in addition to setting up additional Home screens, removing screens, changing the order of the Home and Lock screens by choosing a favorite picture, video, or preloaded wallpaper. 1. From a Home screen, touch and...
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... customize personal content in supported apps. • About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates. 79 Tap Add to set the Timer. 3. Configure the countdown time and timer name. 3. Timer options You can customize the Timer options. 1. To continue, tap Resume. • To stop the Timer, tap Pause. Apps Timer Set a countdown timer for up window of the timer...
... customize personal content in supported apps. • About Clock: View the current software version and check for updates. 79 Tap Add to set the Timer. 3. Configure the countdown time and timer name. 3. Timer options You can customize the Timer options. 1. To continue, tap Resume. • To stop the Timer, tap Pause. Apps Timer Set a countdown timer for up window of the timer...
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the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - Apps Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to learn more. You can share your notes easily using social networking services. Assign a title Navigate up Insert Set text options Devices and software are for reference only. 91 Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music.
the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - Apps Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to learn more. You can share your notes easily using social networking services. Assign a title Navigate up Insert Set text options Devices and software are for reference only. 91 Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to create notes containing text, images with footnotes, voice recordings, and music.
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... to turn on Wi-Fi and 100 From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap scan for it. 1. Tap a network, and enter a password if required. 3. Settings Access Settings There are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data. 1. Search for Settings If you are a couple of ways to a printer | Virtual Private Networks | Private DNS | Ethernet Wi-Fi You...
... to turn on Wi-Fi and 100 From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap scan for it. 1. Tap a network, and enter a password if required. 3. Settings Access Settings There are not sure exactly where to find a certain setting, you can connect your device to a Wi-Fi network to access the Internet without using your mobile data. 1. Search for Settings If you are a couple of ways to a printer | Virtual Private Networks | Private DNS | Ethernet Wi-Fi You...
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... and password before you can configure connections to various types of Wi-Fi networks and hotspots, manage saved networks and look up your device's network addresses. Options may vary by using your device will switch to mobile data whenever the Wi-Fi connection is detected on Wi-Fi in frequently-used locations. • Detect suspicious networks: Get notified when suspicious activity is unstable. Tap Add network at the bottom of available Wi-Fi networks. 101 From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and...
... and password before you can configure connections to various types of Wi-Fi networks and hotspots, manage saved networks and look up your device's network addresses. Options may vary by using your device will switch to mobile data whenever the Wi-Fi connection is detected on Wi-Fi in frequently-used locations. • Detect suspicious networks: Get notified when suspicious activity is unstable. Tap Add network at the bottom of available Wi-Fi networks. 101 From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and...
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... use of mobile devices on your device for Bluetooth connections. l Music Share: Let friends play music on an aircraft or a ship may vary by carrier. 1. Check with your device. 104 Airplane mode will disable all network connections including calling, texting, mobile data, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Airplane mode Airplane mode turns off all network connectivity. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth. 2. l Tablet name: Change the name of files received using Bluetooth. Connections > Airplane mode, and then tap to enable NOTE The use your Samsung account. Settings...
... use of mobile devices on your device for Bluetooth connections. l Music Share: Let friends play music on an aircraft or a ship may vary by carrier. 1. Check with your device. 104 Airplane mode will disable all network connections including calling, texting, mobile data, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. Airplane mode Airplane mode turns off all network connectivity. From Settings, tap Connections > Bluetooth. 2. l Tablet name: Change the name of files received using Bluetooth. Connections > Airplane mode, and then tap to enable NOTE The use your Samsung account. Settings...
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... sound mode without using the volume keys. ◌ From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode: • Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your device to your device. Temporary mute: Set a time limit for notifications and alerts. • Mute: Set your device to make no sounds. - Sound mode | Vibrations | Volume | Notification sound | System sound themes | System sounds and vibration | Dolby Atmos | Equalizer | UHQ upscaler | Adapt sound | Separate app sound Sound mode You can control...
... sound mode without using the volume keys. ◌ From Settings, tap Sounds and vibration, and then choose a mode: • Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your device to your device. Temporary mute: Set a time limit for notifications and alerts. • Mute: Set your device to make no sounds. - Sound mode | Vibrations | Volume | Notification sound | System sound themes | System sounds and vibration | Dolby Atmos | Equalizer | UHQ upscaler | Adapt sound | Separate app sound Sound mode You can control...
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Date and time By default, your device receives date and time information from your selected services. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time manually. ◌ From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. Select time zone: Choose a new time zone. • Set time zone based on location: Receive time updates based on your mobile network. - From Settings, tap General Management. 2. Settings Passwords and autofill Save time entering information using autofill services. 1. The following options are available: •...
Date and time By default, your device receives date and time information from your selected services. Outside of network coverage, you can set the date and time manually. ◌ From Settings, tap General management > Date and time. Select time zone: Choose a new time zone. • Set time zone based on location: Receive time updates based on your mobile network. - From Settings, tap General Management. 2. Settings Passwords and autofill Save time entering information using autofill services. 1. The following options are available: •...
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... your device. Reset all settings. 2. Software update/System updates Check for and install available software updates for software updates and, if necessary, reset services on your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. 1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset network settings. 2. Reset Reset device and network settings. Reset network settings You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. Settings Troubleshooting...
... your device. Reset all settings. 2. Software update/System updates Check for and install available software updates for software updates and, if necessary, reset services on your device to its factory default settings, which resets everything except the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is not affected. 1. From Settings, tap General management > Reset > Reset network settings. 2. Reset Reset device and network settings. Reset network settings You can reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings with Reset network settings. 1. Settings Troubleshooting...
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Screen lock types | Google Play Protect | Security update | Find My Mobile | Find My Device | Samsung Pass | Secure Folder | Private Share | Install unknown apps | Encrypt or decrypt SD card | Password for factory data reset | Set up and enable biometric locks. 1. NOTE Biometric locks are available: • Icon only: Show only notification icons with no security: Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None. Set a secure screen lock It is necessary to exit the menu. 132 From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). 2. ...
Screen lock types | Google Play Protect | Security update | Find My Mobile | Find My Device | Samsung Pass | Secure Folder | Private Share | Install unknown apps | Encrypt or decrypt SD card | Password for factory data reset | Set up and enable biometric locks. 1. NOTE Biometric locks are available: • Icon only: Show only notification icons with no security: Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None. Set a secure screen lock It is necessary to exit the menu. 132 From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). 2. ...
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...Other security settings for the • View security certificates: Display certificates in your device's ROM and other certificates you have installed. • User certificates: View user certificates that identify your device. • Install from device/phone storage: Install a new certificate from storage. • Clear credentials: Erase credential contents from the device and reset the password. • Certificate management app: Select a certification management app for security updates. 138 For more information, see Set a secure screen lock. • Pin windows: Pin an app on...
...Other security settings for the • View security certificates: Display certificates in your device's ROM and other certificates you have installed. • User certificates: View user certificates that identify your device. • Install from device/phone storage: Install a new certificate from storage. • Clear credentials: Erase credential contents from the device and reset the password. • Certificate management app: Select a certification management app for security updates. 138 For more information, see Set a secure screen lock. • Pin windows: Pin an app on...
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... the user manual for the same app. 1. Tap next to supported apps to the secondary messenger app, tap Use separate contacts list. Settings Contact us If you have access to enable the feature for each app. l To select which contacts have any questions or problems while using your device access community forums, error reports, remote support and more through Samsung Members.(if supported by your tablet is charging. 1. Daily Board View a slideshow...
... the user manual for the same app. 1. Tap next to supported apps to the secondary messenger app, tap Use separate contacts list. Settings Contact us If you have access to enable the feature for each app. l To select which contacts have any questions or problems while using your device access community forums, error reports, remote support and more through Samsung Members.(if supported by your tablet is charging. 1. Daily Board View a slideshow...