Samsung Galaxy J3 User manual

SMARTPHONE

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating

your device and keep it for future reference.

Special Features ..............................1

Wi-Fi Calling

.................................2

Multi Window

................................2

Find My Mobile

..............................2

Smart Alert

..................................2

Getting Started .............................. 3

Front View

...................................4

Back View

...................................6

Set Up Your Device

.............................7

Assemble Your Device

........................8

Start Using Your Device

......................12

Learn About Your Device

.......................15

Navigation

.................................16

Home Screen

...............................18

Customize Your HomeScreen

............... 20

Notification Panel

.......................... 25

Multi Window

...............................27

Enter Text

................................. 29

Apps .........................................33

Use Apps

..................................34

Apps Settings

.............................. 37

Calculator

................................. 39

Table of Contents

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Calendar

...................................41

Camera and Video ..........................44

Clock ..................................... 49

Contacts .................................. 52

Email .....................................60

Galaxy Apps ............................... 63

Gallery ...................................64

Google Apps ...............................68

Internet ....................................71

Memo ......................................75

Messages ..................................77

My Files ...................................80

Phone ......................................81

Voice Recorder ..............................91

AT&T Apps ................................. 93

Additional Apps ............................ 97

Settings .....................................99

Access Settings ...........................100

Search for Settings ........................100

Connections .................................101

Wi-Fi ..................................... 102

Bluetooth ................................ 105

Data Usage ............................... 107

Airplane Mode ............................108

Mobile Hotspot ...........................108

Tethering ..................................111

Mobile Networks ...........................111

Location ...................................112

Nearby Device Scanning ....................113

Connect to a Printer ........................114

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Virtual Private Networks

...................114

Sounds and Vibration .........................116

Sound Mode ...............................117

Easy Mute .................................117

Vibrations .................................118

Volume ...................................118

Ringtone ................................. 120

Notification Sounds ....................... 120

Do Not Disturb .............................121

System Sounds ............................121

Key-Tap Feedback ..........................122

Sound Quality and Effects ..................122

Notifications ............................... 124

Block App Notifications .................... 125

Customize App Notifications ............... 125

Smart Alert ............................... 125

Display ......................................126

Screen Timeout ............................127

Screen Brightness ..........................127

Screen Mode .............................. 128

Screen Zoom and Font ..................... 128

Easy Mode ................................ 129

Icon Frames .............................. 129

Status Bar ................................ 130

Screen Saver .............................. 130

One-Handed Mode .........................131

Device Maintenance ..........................132

Quick Optimization ........................ 133

Battery ................................... 133

Storage .................................. 134

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Memory

.................................. 136

Language and Input ....................... 136

Date and Time ............................140

Reset ....................................140

Factory Data Reset .........................141

Software Update .......................... 142

Lock Screen andSecurity .................... 143

Screen Lock Types ......................... 144

Lock Screen Settings ...................... 145

Find My Mobile ........................... 145

Unknown Sources ......................... 146

App Permission Monitor ................... 146

Encrypt Device .............................147

Encrypt SD Card ...........................147

Factory Data Reset Password ...............147

Set Up SIM Card Lock .......................147

View Passwords ........................... 148

Security Update Service ................... 148

Device Administration ..................... 149

Credential Storage ........................ 149

Knox Active Protection .................... 150

Advanced Security Settings ................ 150

Accounts ....................................151

Samsung Cloud ............................152

My Profile ................................ 153

Add an Account ........................... 153

Backup and Restore ........................155

GoogleSettings ........................... 156

Accessibility .................................157

Vision .................................... 158

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Hearing

.................................. 159

Dexterity and Interaction .................. 160

More Accessibility Settings ................ 160

Accessibility Services .......................161

Other Settings .............................. 162

Device Assistance App ..................... 163

About Phone ............................. 163

Dual Messenger ........................... 164

Getting Help ...............................165

Videos ................................... 166

Simulators ............................... 166

Tips ...................................... 166

Samsung Care ............................ 166

Legal ........................................ 167

Legal Information ......................... 168

Special Features

Learn about your mobile

device’s special features.

2Special Features

Wi-Fi Calling

You can make calls over Wi-Fi when you are connected

to a Wi-Fi network.

For more information, see “Wi-Fi Calling” on page89.

Multi Window

Multitask by using two applications at the same time.

For more information, see “Multi Window” on page27.

Find My Mobile

Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your

device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be

deleted remotely.

For more information, see “Find My Mobile” on

page145.

Smart Alert

Receive notification for missed calls and messages

through vibration when the phone is picked up.

For more information, see “Smart Alert” on page125.

Learn about your mobile

device hardware, assembly

procedures, and how to get

started using your new device.

Getting Started

4

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

Front View

Earpiece

Proximity sensors

Front camera

Power key

Volume keys

Recent apps

Home key

Back

Microphone

5

•

Proximity sensors

-

Turns off the screen and disables touch

functionality during a call when the device is in

close proximity to the body.

-

Turns the screen back on and enables touch

functionality during a call when the device is

outside a specific range from the body.

•

Power key

-

Press to turn the screen on or off.

-

Press and hold to select a power control option.

•

Volume keys

-

Adjust the volume for ringtones, calls,

notifications, and system sounds.

-

In the camera app, press a volume key to take a

photo.

6

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

Back View

USB charger/Accessory port

Speaker

Rear camera

Flash

Headset jack

Set Up Your

Device

Learn how to set up your device

forthefirsttime.

8Set Up Your Device

Assemble Your Device

Install a SIM card and optional memory card

(notincluded), and charge your device before using.

Remove the Back Cover

Remove the back cover using the slot on the topleft of

your device.

► Lift the cover up and to the right of the device.

Warning: Do not bend or twist the back cover

excessively. Using excessive force on the cover during

removal or installation of an internal component can

cause the material to break.

9Set Up Your Device

Install the SIM Card

When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are

provided with a SIM card. You may be able to use your

previous SIM card. Contact your service provider for

more details.

Warning: Small components such as SIM cards can

pose a choking risk. Please be careful when handling

these cards to avoid damaging them.

► Slide the SIM card into the slot with the gold

contacts facing down.

Install an Optional Memory Card

You can also install an optional microSD

™

memory

card (not included) to add more memory space to

yourdevice. A memory card can be installed at any

time. It is not necessary to install it prior to using the

device.

Warning: Small components such as memory cards can

pose a choking risk. Please be careful when handling

these cards to avoid damaging them.

► Slide the memory card into the slot with the gold

contacts facing down.

10Set Up Your Device

Install the Battery

The battery is installed in the back of the device.

1. Insert the battery into the opening on the back of

the device, making sure the connectors align.

2. Gently press down to secure the battery.

Replace the Back Cover

The back cover should be replaced before using

thedevice.

1. Place the back cover onto the back of the device

and press down.

2. Press along the edge of the back cover until you

have a secure seal.

11Set Up Your Device

Charge the Battery

Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.

Acharging head and USB cable are included with the

device for charging the battery from any standard

outlet.

The battery comes partially charged. You can use the

device while charging.

1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/

Accessory port.

Caution: Use only charging devices that are approved

by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for

your device to maximize battery life. Using other

accessories may void your warranty and may cause

damage.

2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and

then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.

3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and

remove the USB cable from the device when

charging is complete.

12Set Up Your Device

While charging, the device and the charger may

become hot. This does not affect the device’s lifespan

or performance and is in the device’s normal range of

operation.

The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes

too hot.

If the device heats up while charging the battery:

1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close

any running apps.

2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin

charging the device again.

•

If the lower part of the device overheats,

check for damage to the connected USB cable.

Replace the damaged USB cable with a new

Samsung-approved cable.

Start Using Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off

The instructions below explain how to turn your device

on or off.

To turn the device on:

► Press and hold the Power key until the device

turnson.

To turn the device off:

1. Press and hold the Power key.

2. Tap Power off, and confirm when prompted.

13Set Up Your Device

Use the Setup Wizard

The first time you turn your device on, the Setup Wizard

guides you through the basics of setting up your device.

Follow the prompts to choose a default language,

connect to a Wi-Fi

®

network, set up accounts, choose

location services, learn about your device’s features,

and more.

Lock or Unlock Your Device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your

device. By default, the device locks automatically when

the screen times out.

To lock the device:

► Press the Power key.

The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. To

choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Secure

Screen Lock” on page144.

To unlock the device:

► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag

your finger across the screen.

Add a Google Account

Your new device uses your Google

™

Account to fully

utilize its Android

™

features.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts.

3. Tap Addaccount > Google.

Note: When you sign in to a Google Account, Factory

Reset Protection (FRP) is activated. FRP requires your

Google Account information when resetting to factory

settings. For more information, see “Factory Reset

Protection” on page142.

14Set Up Your Device

Add a Samsung Account

Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung

content and apps on your device.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts.

3. Tap Addaccount > Samsungaccount.

Add an Email Account

View and manage all of your email accounts.

1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps.

2. Tap Settings > Cloud and accounts > Accounts.

3. Tap Addaccount > Email.

Set Up Your Voicemail

Use the Phone app to set up your voicemail.

1. From a Home screen, tap Phone >

Voicemail.

2. Follow the tutorial to create a password, record a

greeting, and record your name.

For more information on voicemail, see

“Voicemail” on page88.

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Samsung Galaxy J3 User manual

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