SMARTPHONE User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference. Table of Contents Special Features ..............................1 Learn About Your Device. 15 Bixby ........................................2 Front View. .16 Back View ..................................18 Edge Screen .................................2 Home Screen ...............................19 Flexible Security .............................2 Notification Panel .......................... 22 Water and Dust Resistance. .3 Customize Your Home Screen ............... 25 Getting Started. .4 Bixby ...................................... 29 Set Up Your Device .............................5 Navigation ................................30 Assemble Your Device ........................6 Entering Text .............................. 32 Start Using Your Device ......................10 Face Recognition. 35 Set Up Your Device ..........................11 Fingerprint Scanner ........................ 36 TMO_G950U_G955U_EN_UM_TN_QC9_033117_FINAL Iris Scanner. 37 Google Apps ...............................84 Multi Window. .40 Internet ...................................88 Emergency Mode . 42 Messages . 92 Edge Screen ...............................44 My Files ................................... 97 Apps .........................................48 Phone .....................................99 Using Apps ................................ 49 Samsung Connect .........................109 Applications Settings. 52 Samsung Gear ............................109 Calculator .................................54 Samsung Health ...........................110 Calendar .................................. 56 Samsung Notes. .112 Camera and Video. 59 Samsung Pay ..............................114 Clock .....................................66 Samsung+. 117 Contacts .................................. 69 Secure Folder ..............................117 Email ......................................75 Smart Switch ..............................117 Galaxy Apps ............................... 78 T-Mobile Apps .............................118 Gallery ................................... 79 Table of Contents iii Settings ....................................120 Mirror Link ............................... 138 How to Use Settings. .121 Download Booster ........................ 138 Connections .................................122 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ............ 139 Wi-Fi ..................................... 123 Ethernet .................................140 Bluetooth .................................126 Sounds and Vibration .........................141 Phone Visibility ........................... 128 Sound Mode .............................. 142 Data Usage ............................... 128 Easy Mute ................................ 142 Airplane Mode ............................ 130 Vibrations ................................ 142 NFC and Payment. .131 Volume .................................. 143 Mobile Hotspot ............................132 Ringtone ................................. 145 Tethering ................................. 135 Notification Sounds ....................... 145 Mobile Networks .......................... 135 Do Not Disturb ............................ 146 Location .................................. 136 System Sounds ........................... 146 Nearby Device Scanning ....................137 Key-Tap Feedback. .147 Printing ...................................137 Sound Quality and Effects ..................147 Table of Contents iv Separate App Sound ....................... 148 Navigation Bar. 156 Notifications ............................... 149 Screen Timeout ............................157 Block App Notifications. 150 Keep Screen Turned Off. .157 Customize App Notifications ............... 150 Screen Saver ...............................157 Display ......................................151 Wallpapers and Themes ..................... 159 Screen Brightness ..........................152 Wallpapers ...............................160 Blue Light Filter. .152 Themes ..................................160 Screen Mode .............................. 153 Icons. .161 Screen Resolution ......................... 153 Always On Displays (AODs) .................161 Screen Zoom and Font ..................... 154 Device Maintenance ......................... 162 Full Screen Apps .......................... 154 Quick Optimization. 163 Easy Mode. 154 Battery. 163 Icon Frames ...............................155 Performance Mode. 164 LED Indicator ............................. 156 Storage .................................. 164 Status Bar ................................ 156 Memory. 166 Table of Contents v Language and Input. .167 Encrypt SD Card ..........................180 Date and Time ............................ 170 Set Up SIM Card Lock ......................180 Report Diagnostic Info. 170 View Passwords. 180 Reset .....................................171 Security Update Service ....................181 Factory Data Reset .........................171 Device Administration ......................181 Software Update. 174 Credential Storage ........................ 182 Lock Screen and Security .....................175 Advanced Security Settings. 182 Set a Screen Lock ..........................176 Accounts ...................................184 Always On Display Settings .................177 Samsung Cloud ........................... 185 Lock Screen and AOD Settings ..............178 My Profile ................................ 186 Samsung Pass .............................178 Add an Account. 186 Find My Mobile ............................178 Backup and Restore. 188 Unknown Sources. .179 Google Settings. 189 Secure Folder ..............................179 Accessibility .................................191 Secure Startup. .180 Vision .....................................192 Table of Contents vi Hearing .................................. 193 Dexterity and Interaction .................. 194 More Accessibility Settings ................ 195 Accessibility Services ...................... 195 Other Settings .............................. 196 Help ......................................197 Device Assistance App. .197 About Phone ............................. 198 Getting Help ...............................199 Videos ...................................200 Simulators ...............................200 Tips. .200 Samsung Support .........................200 Legal ........................................201 Legal Information. 202 Table of Contents vii Special Features Learn about your mobile device’s special features. Bixby Fingerprint Scanner Bixby allows you to quickly set reminders, create voice Use your fingerprint as an alternative to entering dictation, and search and access content on your phone passwords in certain apps. You can also use your and on the Internet. fingerprint to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account. For more information, see “Bixby” on page 29. For more information, see “Fingerprint Scanner” on Edge Screen page 36. The Edge screen provides a variety of useful tools for Iris Scanner notifications, information feeds, and timekeeping. Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering For more information see “Edge Screen” on page 44. passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung Flexible Security account. Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device. For more information, see “Iris Scanner” on page 37. Face Recognition Configure facial recognition security to add an extra layer of security when using your phone. For more information, see “Face Recognition” on page 35. Special Features 2 Water and Dust Resistance This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system. For more information, see “Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance” on page 206 Special Features 3 Getting Started Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device. Set Up Your Device Learn how to set up your device for the first time. You can also install an optional microSD™, microSDHC™, Assemble Your Device or microSDXC™ memory card (not included) to add more This section helps you to assemble your device. memory space to your device. A memory card can be installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it Install the SIM Card and a prior to using the device. Memory Card Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray. When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, 1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until the such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN), tray pops out. available optional services, and other features. 2. Place the SIM card on the tray. Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card • Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of down into the device and that the card is small children. positioned as shown. 3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold contacts facing down. Set Up Your Device 6 Charge the Battery Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port before inserting a power connector to charge your device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your device may operate abnormally. For example, it may charge