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Table of contents OneDrive 66 Spotify 66 Settings 67 Access Settings 68 Search for Settings 68 Connections 68 Wi-Fi 68 Bluetooth 70 Airplane mode 71 Data usage 71 Nearby device scanning 72 Connect to a printer 72 Virtual Private Networks 73 Private DNS 73 Ethernet 74 Sounds and vibration 74 Sound mode 74 Notification sounds 74 Volume 75 iv
Table of contents OneDrive 66 Spotify 66 Settings 67 Access Settings 68 Search for Settings 68 Connections 68 Wi-Fi 68 Bluetooth 70 Airplane mode 71 Data usage 71 Nearby device scanning 72 Connect to a printer 72 Virtual Private Networks 73 Private DNS 73 Ethernet 74 Sounds and vibration 74 Sound mode 74 Notification sounds 74 Volume 75 iv
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Table of contents Memory 82 Security 82 Language and input 83 Date and time 85 Troubleshooting 86 Lock screen and security 89 Screen lock types 89 Clock and information 89 Google Play Protect 90 Find My Mobile 90 Security update 91 Install unknown apps 91 Encrypt SD card 91 View passwords 92 Device administration 92 Credential storage 92 Strong Protection 92 Advanced security settings 93 Location 93 vi
Table of contents Memory 82 Security 82 Language and input 83 Date and time 85 Troubleshooting 86 Lock screen and security 89 Screen lock types 89 Clock and information 89 Google Play Protect 90 Find My Mobile 90 Security update 91 Install unknown apps 91 Encrypt SD card 91 View passwords 92 Device administration 92 Credential storage 92 Strong Protection 92 Advanced security settings 93 Location 93 vi
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Table of contents App permissions 94 Send diagnostic data 94 Accounts 95 Add an account 95 Account settings 95 Remove an account 95 Users 96 Backup and restore 96 Samsung Cloud 97 Google settings 97 Accessibility 98 Screen Reader 98 Visibility enhancements 98 Hearing enhancements 99 Interaction and dexterity 100 Advanced settings 101 Installed services 101 Other settings 102 About tablet 102 vii
Table of contents App permissions 94 Send diagnostic data 94 Accounts 95 Add an account 95 Account settings 95 Remove an account 95 Users 96 Backup and restore 96 Samsung Cloud 97 Google settings 97 Accessibility 98 Screen Reader 98 Visibility enhancements 98 Hearing enhancements 99 Interaction and dexterity 100 Advanced settings 101 Installed services 101 Other settings 102 About tablet 102 vii
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... Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on , the Setup Wizard guides you see here are constantly evolving - \Getting started Install the Kids Edition bumper Protect your Galaxy Tab A Kids Edition by using your device Use the Power key to a Wi-Fi® network, set up your device, press and hold the Power key, and tap Power off. Devices and software are for reference only. 6 Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to turn your device...
... Setup Wizard The first time you turn your device on , the Setup Wizard guides you see here are constantly evolving - \Getting started Install the Kids Edition bumper Protect your Galaxy Tab A Kids Edition by using your device Use the Power key to a Wi-Fi® network, set up your device, press and hold the Power key, and tap Power off. Devices and software are for reference only. 6 Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to turn your device...
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... app icon, and tap Add to Home. Button order Personalize your device by changing where the Recent apps and Back buttons display on the screen, you can hide the navigation keys, and instead use app icons to launch an app from any Home screen. ◌ From Apps, touch and hold an app icon, and tap Remove from Home. -~- You can also quickly switch between navigation gestures and navigation buttons using the Quick settings menu. You can use...
... app icon, and tap Add to Home. Button order Personalize your device by changing where the Recent apps and Back buttons display on the screen, you can hide the navigation keys, and instead use app icons to launch an app from any Home screen. ◌ From Apps, touch and hold an app icon, and tap Remove from Home. -~- You can also quickly switch between navigation gestures and navigation buttons using the Quick settings menu. You can use...
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... open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on apps with active notifications. Hidden apps are arranged on the Apps screen. • Apps button: Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen. • App icon badges: Enable to show badges on the Home screen. • Hide apps: Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens. Tap Home screen settings to restore hidden apps. You can appear as results in Finder searches. • About Home screen: View version...
... open the Notification panel by swiping down anywhere on apps with active notifications. Hidden apps are arranged on the Apps screen. • Apps button: Add a button to the Home screen for easy access to the Apps screen. • App icon badges: Enable to show badges on the Home screen. • Hide apps: Choose apps to hide from the Home and App screens. Tap Home screen settings to restore hidden apps. You can appear as results in Finder searches. • About Home screen: View version...
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...: Customize the appearance and function of the keyboard. • Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to enter text. • ~ Modes: Select a keyboard layout. 0 • Settings: Access keyboard settings. Getting started Toolbar functions The toolbar provides additional helpful functions. ◌ From the Samsung keyboard, tap ••• Expand toolbar for the Samsung keyboard. 25 Type by swiping between languages, slide the Space bar sideways. • Smart typing: Use predictive text and auto-correction features to V cut...
...: Customize the appearance and function of the keyboard. • Reset to default settings: Return keyboard to enter text. • ~ Modes: Select a keyboard layout. 0 • Settings: Access keyboard settings. Getting started Toolbar functions The toolbar provides additional helpful functions. ◌ From the Samsung keyboard, tap ••• Expand toolbar for the Samsung keyboard. 25 Type by swiping between languages, slide the Space bar sideways. • Smart typing: Use predictive text and auto-correction features to V cut...
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... listed alphabetically or in your device. Apps can be disabled. Disabled apps are preloaded (available on the screen. 2. Tap a result to go to that are turned off and hidden from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store. ◌ From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to find an app or a setting, you type, matching apps and settings appear as results on your device by default) can customize the search...
... listed alphabetically or in your device. Apps can be disabled. Disabled apps are preloaded (available on the screen. 2. Tap a result to go to that are turned off and hidden from Galaxy Store and the Google Play™ store. ◌ From a Home screen, swipe the screen upward to find an app or a setting, you type, matching apps and settings appear as results on your device by default) can customize the search...
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... your device's information. • Set as default: Set the app as a default for access to features on your device. • Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system (background) apps. • Special access: Select which apps can only be displayed: • Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the app. Existing app data is not working correctly. • Data usage: View data usage. • Battery: View battery usage since the last full charge. • Storage: Manage the app's storage usage. • Memory: View memory...
... your device's information. • Set as default: Set the app as a default for access to features on your device. • Show/Hide system apps: Show or hide system (background) apps. • Special access: Select which apps can only be displayed: • Uninstall/Disable: Uninstall or disable the app. Existing app data is not working correctly. • Data usage: View data usage. • Battery: View battery usage since the last full charge. • Storage: Manage the app's storage usage. • Memory: View memory...
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... notes easily using social networking services. e 2 3 .1? ;:: ... Access tools Assign a category Ptn ',I 0 p • " @ $ & A s D F GH j ( K . zXCVBNM ) L +' .? !#1 Engli sh (US) Set text options Devices and software are for reference only. 33 Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to the grocery store Add attachment ·- the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - T B * m p, T# 11!!!1 0 456789 0 I QwERT y u I I Brush 0 Go to learn more. Apps 0 Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to...
... notes easily using social networking services. e 2 3 .1? ;:: ... Access tools Assign a category Ptn ',I 0 p • " @ $ & A s D F GH j ( K . zXCVBNM ) L +' .? !#1 Engli sh (US) Set text options Devices and software are for reference only. 33 Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/samsung-notes to the grocery store Add attachment ·- the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - T B * m p, T# 11!!!1 0 456789 0 I QwERT y u I I Brush 0 Go to learn more. Apps 0 Samsung Notes Use Samsung Notes to...
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... to access the Internet without using your device to a Wi-Fi network to that setting. Connections Manage connections between your device settings. Drag down the Status bar, and then tap (I Settings. From Apps, tap Settings. Tap a network, and enter a password if required. Tap Add network at the bottom of networks and other devices. Wi-Fi You can search for Settings If you begin. 1. to turn on Wi-Fi Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network If the Wi-Fi network...
... to access the Internet without using your device to a Wi-Fi network to that setting. Connections Manage connections between your device settings. Drag down the Status bar, and then tap (I Settings. From Apps, tap Settings. Tap a network, and enter a password if required. Tap Add network at the bottom of networks and other devices. Wi-Fi You can search for Settings If you begin. 1. to turn on Wi-Fi Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network If the Wi-Fi network...
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... auto reconnect to some secured networks (not configurable). • IP address: View your device's IP address (not configurable). 69 From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap 0 to turn on or off. • Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi networks that support Hotspot 2.0. • Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates. • MAC address: View your device's MAC address, which is required when connecting to or forget individual networks. • Wi-Fi control history: View apps that have recently turned your device's network addresses...
... auto reconnect to some secured networks (not configurable). • IP address: View your device's IP address (not configurable). 69 From Settings, tap Connections > Wi-Fi, and then tap 0 to turn on or off. • Hotspot 2.0: Connect automatically to Wi-Fi networks that support Hotspot 2.0. • Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates. • MAC address: View your device's MAC address, which is required when connecting to or forget individual networks. • Wi-Fi control history: View apps that have recently turned your device's network addresses...
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.... Temporary mute: Set a time limit for muting the device. _w_ ,\j, TIP Use the sound mode setting instead of the volume keys to choose it. 74 Sound mode You can change the sound mode without using the volume keys. ◌ From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: • Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Settings Ethernet If wireless network connection is not...
.... Temporary mute: Set a time limit for muting the device. _w_ ,\j, TIP Use the sound mode setting instead of the volume keys to choose it. 74 Sound mode You can change the sound mode without using the volume keys. ◌ From Settings, tap ◄>) Sounds and vibration > Sound mode, and then choose a mode: • Sound: Use the sounds, vibrations, and volume levels you can control the sounds and vibrations used to indicate notifications, screen touches, and other interactions. Settings Ethernet If wireless network connection is not...
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... service and select your device (sold separately). 1. Tap Settings for options. • Language: Set the default speech language. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is also being used for various accessibility features, such as Voice Assistant. ◌ From Settings, tap General management > Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: • Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to quickly switch...
... service and select your device (sold separately). 1. Tap Settings for options. • Language: Set the default speech language. • Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is also being used for various accessibility features, such as Voice Assistant. ◌ From Settings, tap General management > Language and input > Text-to-speech for options: • Preferred engine: Choose either the Samsung or Google Text-to quickly switch...
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... the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Last update: View information about the installation of the current software. Software update Check for and install available software updates for software updates and install if any are available. • Auto download over Wi-Fi: Automatically download software updates when the device is not affected. 1. Reset settings You can also check for software updates, and if necessary, reset services on your device. Reset Reset device and network settings. Settings Troubleshooting...
... the security, language, and account settings. Personal data is connected to a Wi-Fi network. • Last update: View information about the installation of the current software. Software update Check for and install available software updates for software updates and install if any are available. • Auto download over Wi-Fi: Automatically download software updates when the device is not affected. 1. Reset settings You can also check for software updates, and if necessary, reset services on your device. Reset Reset device and network settings. Settings Troubleshooting...
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... device using a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). Tap 0 to useful information. 89 C ◌ From Settings, tap Lock screen for this feature. Configure the following screen lock options: • Smart Lock: Unlock your data by setting a screen lock. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). 2. Tap Done when finished. 4. Screen lock types You can secure your device and protect your device automatically when trusted locations or other useful information. Settings Lock screen and security...
... device using a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). Tap 0 to useful information. 89 C ◌ From Settings, tap Lock screen for this feature. Configure the following screen lock options: • Smart Lock: Unlock your data by setting a screen lock. From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password). 2. Tap Done when finished. 4. Screen lock types You can secure your device and protect your device automatically when trusted locations or other useful information. Settings Lock screen and security...
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... battery charge falls below a certain level. 90 Turn on Find My Mobile Before you must be locked, tracked online, and for security risks and threats. 1. Settings • Contact information: Show your contact information, such as your phone number or email address. • Notifications: Select which notifications to display on the Lock screen. • App shortcuts: Select which apps to customize security features. TIP A Samsung account is required, and Google location service must turn...
... battery charge falls below a certain level. 90 Turn on Find My Mobile Before you must be locked, tracked online, and for security risks and threats. 1. Settings • Contact information: Show your contact information, such as your phone number or email address. • Notifications: Select which notifications to display on the Lock screen. • App shortcuts: Select which apps to customize security features. TIP A Samsung account is required, and Google location service must turn...
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... the device and reset the password. Settings View passwords You can authorize security features and apps (like ) to have administrative access to your device. 1. Device administration You can have characters displayed briefly in your device's ROM and other certificates you type them. ◌ From Settings, tap Security > Other security settings > Make passwords visible to turn it on your device by encrypting it using a secure lock type. ◌ From Settings, tap Security > Other security settings > Strong protection, and then tap 0 to enable this...
... the device and reset the password. Settings View passwords You can authorize security features and apps (like ) to have administrative access to your device. 1. Device administration You can have characters displayed briefly in your device's ROM and other certificates you type them. ◌ From Settings, tap Security > Other security settings > Make passwords visible to turn it on your device by encrypting it using a secure lock type. ◌ From Settings, tap Security > Other security settings > Strong protection, and then tap 0 to enable this...
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... , at samsung.com/us/support/service/ locations/ About your device Camera microSD™ card slot Camera Power/Lock Volume Lockscreen Select a screen lock type and set security options. Enroll, at samsung.com/us/support/premium-care Get to know your product: • Access user manuals, tips and more than just protection for support: • For hardware or software support, visit samsung.com/us/support/contact or call us at 1.800.SAMSUNG • Find a service location near you to setup, troubleshoot, repair or replace your device. Other...
... , at samsung.com/us/support/service/ locations/ About your device Camera microSD™ card slot Camera Power/Lock Volume Lockscreen Select a screen lock type and set security options. Enroll, at samsung.com/us/support/premium-care Get to know your product: • Access user manuals, tips and more than just protection for support: • For hardware or software support, visit samsung.com/us/support/contact or call us at 1.800.SAMSUNG • Find a service location near you to setup, troubleshoot, repair or replace your device. Other...
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... open the microSD™ card tray. 2. WiFi Tab A 8inch IBG.indd 5-8 Galaxy Store Get essential and exclusive content for your device charge it fully with the gold contacts facing down, as shown. Locking/unlocking the screen • To turn your tablet on the screen to unlock it off your screen, press the Power/Lock button. Use only Samsung approved charging devices and batteries. From the Home screen tap Galaxy Store. 2. Now you can monitor screen time, set play time limits, and add apps from Galaxy Apps...
... open the microSD™ card tray. 2. WiFi Tab A 8inch IBG.indd 5-8 Galaxy Store Get essential and exclusive content for your device charge it fully with the gold contacts facing down, as shown. Locking/unlocking the screen • To turn your tablet on the screen to unlock it off your screen, press the Power/Lock button. Use only Samsung approved charging devices and batteries. From the Home screen tap Galaxy Store. 2. Now you can monitor screen time, set play time limits, and add apps from Galaxy Apps...