Samsung Galaxy S 10 5G Verizon Wireless User guide

User manual

Table of contents

Features 1

Wireless PowerShare 1

Meet Bixby 1

Camera 1

Security 1

Night mode 1

Water and dust resistance 1

Infinity display 1

Getting started 2

Front view 3

Back view 4

Assemble your device 5

Charge the battery 6

Wireless PowerShare 7

Accessories 9

Start using your device 9

Use the Setup Wizard 9

Transfer data from an old device 10

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Lock or unlock your device 11

Accounts 12

Set up voicemail 13

Navigation 14

Navigation bar 19

Customize your home screen 21

Bixby 28

Digital wellbeing 29

Always On Display 30

Flexible security 31

Multi window 34

Edge screen 35

Enter text 40

Emergency mode 43

Apps 45

Using apps 46

Uninstall or disable apps 46

Search for apps 46

Sort apps 46

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Create and use folders 47

Samsung apps 48

Galaxy Essentials 48

Galaxy Store 48

Galaxy Wearable 48

Samsung Health 49

Samsung Notes 51

Samsung Pay 52

SmartThings 54

Smart Switch 55

Quick measure 55

Calculator 56

Calendar 57

Camera 59

Contacts 65

Clock 70

Email 74

Gallery 77

Internet 82

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Messages 85

My Files 87

Phone 89

Google apps 97

Chrome 97

Drive 97

Duo 97

Gmail 97

Google 97

Google Pay 98

Maps 98

Photos 98

Play Movies & TV 98

Play Music 98

Play Store 99

YouTube 99

Carrier apps 100

Call Filter 100

Cloud 100

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hum 100

My Verizon 100

Security and Privacy 100

Voicemail 100

Message+ 101

Additional apps 104

Finance 104

Sports 104

Yahoo Mail 104

Yahoo News 104

Settings 105

Access Settings 106

Search for Settings 106

Connections 106

Wi-Fi 106

Bluetooth 109

Phone visibility 110

NFC and payment 110

Airplane mode 111

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Mobile networks 112

Data usage 112

Mobile hotspot 113

Tethering 115

Nearby device scanning 116

Connect to a printer 116

MirrorLink 116

Download booster 117

Virtual Private Networks 117

Private DNS 118

Ethernet 118

Sounds and vibration 119

Sound mode 119

Vibrations 120

Volume 120

Ringtone 121

Notification sounds 121

System sounds and vibration 121

Dolby Atmos 122

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Equalizer 122

Headset audio options 122

Adapt sound 122

Separate app sound 123

Notifications 123

Manage notifications 123

Customize app notifications 124

Smart alert 124

Smart pop-up view 124

Display 125

Screen brightness 125

Blue light filter 125

Night mode 126

Screen mode 126

Font size and style 126

Screen zoom 126

Screen resolution 127

Full screen apps 127

Screen timeout 127

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Accidental touch protection 127

Touch sensitivity 127

Screen saver 128

Reduce animations 128

Lift to wake 128

Double tap to wake 128

Smart stay 129

One-handed mode 129

Device maintenance 129

Quick optimization 129

Battery 130

Device storage 130

Memory 130

Language and input 131

Date and time 133

Troubleshooting 134

Lock screen and security 137

Screen lock types 137

Clock and information 138

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Google Play Protect 138

Find My Device 138

Security update 139

Samsung Pass 139

Install unknown apps 139

Secure Folder 140

Set up SIM card lock 140

View passwords 140

Security update service 140

Device administration 141

Credential storage 141

Strong Protection 141

Advanced security settings 142

Location 142

App permissions 143

Send diagnostic data 143

Accounts 144

Add an account 144

Account settings 144

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Synchronize accounts 144

Remove an account 145

Backup and restore 145

Google settings 145

Accessibility 146

Screen Reader 146

Visibility enhancements 146

Hearing Enhancements 148

Interaction and dexterity 149

Advanced settings 150

Installed services 151

Other settings 151

Help 151

Manage game features 151

Dual Messenger 151

About phone 152

Learn more 153

Videos 153

Smart Simulator 153

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Tips 153

Samsung Care 153

Talk to an agent 153

Legal information 154

Intellectual property 155

Open source software 155

Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion ofliability 156

Modification of software 156

Samsung Knox 157

Maintaining water and dust resistance 157

Restricting children’s access to your mobile device 158

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 159

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Features

Wireless PowerShare

Wirelessly charge your Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch or even a friend’s phone

right from your device. See Wireless PowerShare on page7.

Meet Bixby

Bixby learns what you like to do and works with your favorite apps and

services to help you get more done. See Bixby on page28.

Camera

Enjoy a full kit of pro lenses with an ultrawide lens that provides a full field of

vision, just like the human eye. See Camera on page59.

Security

Use your face or fingerprint to unlock your device. See Flexible security on

page31.

Night mode

Use a darker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night. See Night mode on

page126.

Water and dust resistance

This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system. See

Maintaining water and dust resistance on page157.

Infinity display

Enjoy every inch of your dynamic AMOLED screen without the interruption of

keys or buttons.

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Getting started

Front view

Back view

Assemble your device

Start using your device

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Front view

Front cameras

Power key

Volume keys

Bixby key

USB charger/

Accessory port

Fingerprint

s

canner

Getting started

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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Back view

Flash

SIM card tray

Microphone

S

peaker

Rear cameras

Headset jack

Getting started

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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

Assemble your device

Your device uses a nano-SIM card. Your SIM card may be preinstalled, or you may be

able to use your previous SIM card. Contact your carrier for more details.

Install SIM

Place the SIM card and into

the tray with the gold

contacts facing down.

Charge your device

Before turning on your

device, charge it fully.

NOTEBest 5G performance requires optimal 5G connection and unobstructed

antennas (rear of device); see carrier for network availability; 5G performance

may be impacted by a case or cover.

NOTEYour device is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. To maintain the

water-resistant and dust-resistant features of your device, make sure that the

SIM card tray openings are maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is

securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For more information, see

Maintaining water and dust resistance on page157.

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Charge the battery

Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery. Acharger (charging head and USB

Type-C cable) is included with the device for charging the battery from any standard

outlet.

NOTE:Use only charging devices and batteries (if applicable)that are approved

by Samsung. Samsung charging devices and batteries are designed for your

device to maximize battery life. Using other charging devices and batteries may

void your warranty and may cause damage.

While charging, the device and the charger may become hot and stop charging.

Thisusually does not affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in the device’s

normal range of operation.

Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for the device to cool down.

Formore information, visit samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.

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Getting started

Wireless PowerShare

Wirelessly charge your compatible Samsung devices using your phone. Some features

are not available while sharing power.

For best results when using Wireless PowerShare, please note:

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Remove any accessories or cover before using the feature. Depending on the

type of accessory or cover, Wireless PowerShare may not work properly.

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The location of the wireless charging coil may vary by device, so you may need to

adjust the placement to make a connection. When charging starts, a notification

or vibration will occur, so the notification will help you know you've made a

connection.

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Call reception or data services may be affected, depending on your network

environment.

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Charging speed or efficiency can vary depending on device condition or

surrounding environment.

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Do not use headphones.

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1.

From Quick Settings, tap Wireless PowerShare.

2. With the phone face down, place the compatible device on the back of the phone

to charge. A notification sound or vibration occurs when charging begins.

NOTEWireless PowerShare works with most Qi-Certified devices. Requires

minimum 30% battery to share. Speed and power efficiency of charge varies by

device. May not work with some accessories, covers, or other manufacturer’s

devices. If you have trouble connecting or charging is slow, remove any cover

from each device. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your

network environment.

Getting started

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Devices and software are constantly evolving — the illustrations you see here are for reference only.

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