Samsung SM-T837A AT&T User guide

SAMSUNG

User manual

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Table of contents

Special features

1

Getting started

2

Front and back views

3

Assemble your device

4

Install a SIM card and memory card

5

Charge the battery

5

Start using your device

7

Use the Setup Wizard

7

Lock or unlock your device

8

Add a Google account

8

Add a Samsung account

9

Add an email account

9

Transfer data from your old device

9

S Pen

10

Navigation

11

Common options

12

Navigation bar

12

Home screen

14

Customize your Home screen

15

Status bar

19

Notification panel

21

S Pen functions

23

Bixby

30

Flexible security

31

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Apps

Using apps

Access apps

Add an apps shortcut

Search for apps

Galaxy Essentials

Uninstall or disable apps

Sort apps

Create and use folders

App settings

Samsung apps

Calculator

Calendar

35

37

40

41

42

43

44

46

47

Camera and video

50

Clock

55

Contacts

59

Email

65

Galaxy Apps

68

Gallery

69

Hancom Office Viewer

74

Internet

75

Kids Mode

79

My Files

79

PENUP

81

Phone

82

Samsung Flow

93

Samsung Notes

94

Samsung+

96

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Secure Folder

SmartThings

Google apps

Chrome

Drive

Gmail

Google

Hangouts

Maps

Photos

Play Movies & TV

Play Music

Play Store

YouTube

AT&T apps

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100

101

102

103

104

AT&T AllAccess

104

AT&T ProTech

104

Device Help

104

DIRECTV

104

Messages

104

myAT&T

104

Setup & Transfer

104

Additional apps

105

Facebook

105

Settings

106

Access Settings

107

Search for Settings

107

Connections

108

Wi-Fi

108

Bluetooth

111

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Tablet visibility

Data usage

Airplane mode

Mobile networks

Location

Nearby device scanning

Connect to a printer

Virtual Private Networks

Ethernet

Sounds and vibration

Sound mode

Vibrations

Volume

Ringtone

Notification sounds

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116

117

118

120

121

122

Do not disturb

123

System sounds

123

Key-tap feedback

124

Sound quality and effects

124

Separate app sound

125

Notifications

125

Manage notifications

125

Display

126

Screen off settings

126

Screen brightness

126

Blue light filter

127

Font and screen zoom

127

Screen quality

128

Smart stay

128

Device maintenance

128

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Quick optimization

128

Find My Mobile

142

Battery

Storage

Memory

Language and input

Date and time

Reset

Factory data reset

Auto restart

Software update

Lock screen and security

Screen lock types

Clock and information

Biometrics

Google Play Protect

129

131

132

136

137

139

140

141

142

Security update

143

Install unknown apps

143

Samsung Pass

144

Secure Folder

144

App permission monitor

145

Secure startup

145

Encrypt SD card

145

Factory data reset password

146

Set up SIM card lock

146

View passwords

146

Security update service

147

Device administration

147

Credential storage

148

Advanced security settings

148

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Accounts

Samsung Cloud

Add an account

Users

Backup and restore

Google settings

Accessibility

Vision

Hearing

Dexterity and interaction

More accessibility settings

Accessibility services

Other settings

Samsung DeX

Automatic unlock

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150

151

153

154

155

157

158

159

Daily Board

160

Device assistance app

161

About tablet

161

Getting help

162

Videos

162

Smart Simulator

162

Tips

162

Samsung Care

162

Legal

163

Intellectual property

164

Open source software

165

Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of

liability

165

Modification of software

166

Notice from AT&T

167

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Samsung Knox

168

Restricting children’s access to your mobile

device

169

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

169

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Special features

Meet Bixby Flexible security

Bixby can help you understand your settings

and set u

p your Samsung device. See

Use

your face or iris to unlock your device.

See Bixby

o

n page 30

.

Fl

exible security on page 31.

S Pen

The S Pen

™

is a stylus designed for special

functions with Samsung Galaxy devices.

See S Pen functions on page 23.

Direct Share

Share content with specific people directly.

See Direct share on page 64.

Getting started

Front and back views

3

Assemble your device

4

Start using your device

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Front and back views

SIM/microSD

card

tray

Camera

Flash

U

SB charger/Accessory port

Headset jack

Iris

scanner

Power

Camera

Volume

Proximity/Light sensors

Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations yousee here are forreference only.

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Assemble your device

Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your new device.

Devices and software are constantly evolving —the illustrations yousee here are forreference only.

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Install a SIM card and

memory card

Charge the battery

When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are

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

your previous SIM card.

Warning: Small components such as memory cards

can pose a choking risk. Please be careful when

handling these cards to avoid damaging them.

You can 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.

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: 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 more slowly or overheat.

The battery comes partially charged. You can use the

device while charging.

Caution: 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.

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1. Insert the USB Type-C cable into the

USB charger/Accessory port.

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.

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Start using your device

The instructions below explain how to turn your

device on or off.

To turn the device on:

u 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.

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.

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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:

u Press the Power key.

T

o unlock the device:

u Press the Power key, and then drag your finger

across the screen.

The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.

To choose a secure screen lock, see Set a secure

screen lock on page 140

.

Add a Google account

Your new device uses your Google

™

account to fully

utilize its Android

™

features.

1

.

From

Settings,

tap Cloud and accounts >

Accounts.

2

.

Tap

Add a

ccount > Google.

N

ote: 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 138

.

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Add a Samsung account

Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung

content and apps on your device.

1.

From

Settings, tap Cl

oud and accounts >

Accounts.

2.

Ta

p

Add account > Sa

msung account.

Note:

To quickly access your Samsung account, tap

Settings > Sam

sung account.

Add an email account

View and manage all of your email accounts.

1.

From

Settings, tap Cl

oud and accounts >

Accounts.

2.

Ta

p

Add account > Ema

il.

Transfer data from your

old device

Use Smart Switch

™

to transfer contacts, photos, and

other content from your old device.

For more information, visit

s

amsung.com/us/support/owners/app/

smart-switch.

T

o use Smart Switch:

1.

From

Settings, tap Cl

oud and accounts >

Smart Switch.

2. Fo

llow the prompts and select the content to

transfer.

Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more information.

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S Pen

Replace the S Pen tip

You can replace the tip of the S Pen with the

included kit.

The S Pen is a stylus that assists you in performing

various functions. For more information, see S Pen

functions on page 23.

1. Use tweezers to pull out the S Pen tip.

S Pen button

2. Insert the new pen tip and press until it clicks in

place.

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Navigation

Please note that a touchscreen responds best to a

light touch from the pad of your finger or a

capacitive stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic

object on the touchscreen may damage the tempered

glass surface and void the warranty.

Tap

Lightly tap items to select or launch them.

l Tap the keyboard to enter characters or text.

l Tap an item to select it.

l Tap an app shortcut to launch the app.

Double-tap

Lightly tap items twice to select or launch them.

l Double-tap an image to zoom in or out.

Touch and hold

Touch and hold items to activate them.

l Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of

options.

Swipe

Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally

across the screen.

l Swipe the screen to unlock the device.

l Swipe the screen to scroll through the

Home screens or menu options.

Drag

Touch and hold an item, and then move it to a new

location.

l Drag an app shortcut to add it to a Home screen.

l Drag a widget to place it in a new location on a

Home screen.

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Common options Navigation bar

The device uses basic command options to perform

common actions.

The Navigation bar, at the bottom of the screen,

displays the navigation keys.

More options: Tap to view more menu options

for a screen.

l

Delete: Tap to select items to delete.

l

Share: Tap to select items to share, and then

choose a sharing m

ethod.

l

Hide/Show

Navigation keys

Edit: Tap to customize the screen.

l

On/Off: Tap to turn the option on or off

.

l

Menu: Tap to view available options for

the field.

l

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