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Galaxy Note9
User manual
Table of contents
Device features 1
Meet Bixby 1
S Pen 1
Camera 1
Security 1
Night mode 1
Water and dust resistance 1
Getting started 2
Device layout 3
Assemble your device 5
Start using your device 7
Use the Setup Wizard 7
Lock or unlock your device 8
Accounts 9
Transfer data from an old device 10
Set up voicemail 11
Navigation 12
Navigation bar 17
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Customize your home screen
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S Pen
26
Edge screen
36
Bixby
40
Always On Display
41
Flexible security
41
Multi window
46
Enter text
47
Emergency mode
50
Apps
52
Using apps
53
Uninstall or disable apps
53
Search for apps
53
Sort apps
53
Create and use folders
54
Samsung apps
55
Galaxy Essentials
55
Galaxy Apps
55
Galaxy Wearable
55
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NFC and payment
113
Airplane mode
114
Data usage
114
Mobile hotspot
115
Tethering
117
Nearby device scanning
117
Connect to a printer
117
MirrorLink
118
Download booster
118
Virtual Private Networks
118
Ethernet
119
Private DNS
119
Sounds and vibration
120
Sound mode
120
Vibrations
121
Volume
121
Ringtone
122
Notification sounds
122
System sounds and vibration
122
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Dolby Atmos
123
Equalizer
123
Headset audio options
123
Adapt sound
124
Separate app sound
124
Notifications
125
Manage notifications
125
Customize app notifications
125
Smart alert
126
Smart pop-up view
126
Display
126
Screen brightness
126
Blue light filter
127
Night mode
127
Screen mode
127
Font size and style
127
Screen zoom
128
Screen resolution
128
Lift to wake
128
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Full screen apps
128
Screen timeout
128
Accidental touch protection
129
Touch sensitivity
129
Screen saver
129
Smart stay
129
Reduce animations
130
One-handed mode
130
Device maintenance
130
Quick optimization
130
Battery
131
Storage and memory card
131
Memory
132
Language and input
133
Date and time
135
Troubleshooting
136
Lock screen and security
139
Screen lock types
139
Clock and information
140
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Google Play Protect
140
Find My Mobile
140
Security update
141
Samsung Pass
141
Install unknown apps
142
Secure Folder
142
Secure startup
142
Encrypt SD card
142
View passwords
143
Security update service
143
Device administration
143
Credential storage
144
Advanced security settings
144
Location
145
App permissions
146
Permission usage monitor
146
Send diagnostic data
146
Samsung Ads
146
Accounts
147
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Samsung Cloud
147
Add an account
147
Account settings
147
Synchronize accounts
148
Remove an account
148
Backup and restore
148
Google settings
149
Accessibility
149
Screen Reader
149
Visibility enhancements
150
Hearing Enhancements
151
Interaction and dexterity
152
Advanced settings
153
Installed services
154
Other settings
154
Help
154
Manage game features
154
Device assistance app
155
Dual messenger
155
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About phone 155
Learn more 156
Videos 156
Smart Simulator 156
Tips 156
Samsung Care 156
Talk to an agent 156
Legal information 157
Intellectual property 158
Open source software 158
Disclaimer of warranties; exclusion of liability 159
Modification of software 159
Samsung Knox 160
Maintaining water and dust resistance 160
Restricting childrenās access to your mobile device 161
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 162
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Device features
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 40.
S Pen
The S Pen is designed for special functions with Samsung Galaxy devices. It
uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to work as a remote. See S Pen on page 26.
Camera
The camera on your device has several unique features. See Camera on
page 66.
Security
Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device. For more information,
see Flexible security on page 41.
Night mode
Use a darker theme to keep your eyes comfortable at night. See Night mode on
page 127.
Water and dust resistance
This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system. See
Maintaining water and dust resistance on page 160.
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Device layout
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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.
NOTE Use only charging devices and batteries 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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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/Memory 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 160.
CAUTION To avoid electric shock and damage to your device, do not charge
device while it is wet or in an area where it could get wet. Do not handle device,
charger or cords with wet hands while charging. For more information, see
Maintaining water and dust resistance on page 160.
NOTE While charging, the device and the charger may become hot and stop
charging. This usually does not affect the deviceās lifespan or performance and is
in the normal range of operation. Remove the device from the charger and wait
for the device to cool down. For more information, visit samsung.com/us/support
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Start using your device
Use the Power key to turn your device on or off. Do not use the device if the body is
cracked or broken. Use the device only after it has been repaired.
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Press and hold the Power key.
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Power
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To restart your device, press and hold the
Power
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Power off
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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
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accounts, choose location services, learn about your deviceās features, and more.
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Lock or unlock your device
Use your deviceās screen lock features to secure your device. By default, the device
locks automatically when the screen times out. For more information about screen
locks, see Lock screen and security on page 139.
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Accounts
Set up and manage your email accounts, your Google
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Account, and Samsung account.
TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. See
your carrier for more information.
Add a Google Account
Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google cloud storage, apps installed
from your account, and make full use of your deviceās Android
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features.
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From Settings, tap
Accounts and backup > Accounts.
2.
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 138.
Add a Samsung account
Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full
use of Samsung apps.
1.
From Settings, tap
Accounts and backup > Accounts.
2.
Tap
Add account > Samsung account.
TIP To quickly access your Samsung account, from Settings tap Samsung
account.
Add an email account
Sign in to one or more of your email accounts to view and manage email messages.
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From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts, and then tap
Add account > Email.
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