Open an email message from a notification When a new email is received, you will see in the Status bar. 1. Swipe the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. 2. Tap the new message from the Notification panel. If you have two or more new email messages, tapping the notification will open the Gmail app.
Email settings You can access settings for the Gmail app and for your individual email accounts from the Gmail Settings menu. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps, and tap Gmail 2. Tap Menu . > Settings. 3. Tap General settings to access settings for all accounts, or tap an account name to configure settings for a specific email account. Note: Available settings are subject to change.
Internet and social networking The following topics describe how to connect to and use the Internet on your phone and how to access popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Duo, and more. Chrome browser From the Home screen, tap Chrome to browse the Internet, search for information, and bookmark your favorite web pages for convenient access. Browsing web pages 1. Tap the address field. 2. Enter a web address or a keyword to browse for web pages. Adding a bookmark 1.
Facebook Lite Post updates, see what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with Facebook Lite. Sign in to your Facebook account or create a new account 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Lite . 2. Enter your mobile number or email and password and tap Log In, or tap Create New Account to join Facebook. 3. Once completed, your Facebook account will be added to your phone.
Connectivity The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more. Transfer files between your phone and a computer You can use the USB cable to connect your phone directly to your computer and transfer music, photos, and other content files.
Transfer files between the phone and a computer 1. Connect your phone to your computer using the USB charging cable. • Insert the end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of the phone. • Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may need to remove the USB cable from the AC adapter to access it. 2. Drag the Status bar down to display the Notification panel. You will see Charging this device via USB.
3. To transfer files from your phone to your computer: • From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings • Tap Connected devices . > USB. • Tap File Transfer. You can also select other options available. 4. On your computer, navigate to the detected device (such as through the My Computer menu) and open it. 5. If available, select a drive (Internal shared storage or SD card). 6. Select a folder and copy files from your computer to your phone or from your phone to your computer. 7.
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your phone’s Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or hotspot. Turn Wi-Fi on and connect to a wireless network 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet . > Wi-Fi. 3. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the On position. 4. Wi-Fi is enabled. Tap Wi-Fi to see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. 5.
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. Bluetooth communication range is approximately 30 feet. Note: Bluetooth is unavailable in Airplane mode. The following table describes different options and functions available with certain Bluetooth accessories.
Enable Bluetooth To enable Bluetooth 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices . > Connection preferences > Bluetooth. 3. Slide the Bluetooth switch to the On position. • To disable Bluetooth, slide the Bluetooth switch to the Off position. Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the Notification panel. Slide the Status bar down to display the Notification panel and then tap Bluetooth to turn it on.
Pair Bluetooth devices To pair Bluetooth devices 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices . > Pair new device. • Nearby devices will appear under Available devices. • If a target device is not detected, ensure that the device is powered on and is discoverable, then tap Refresh to search again. 3. Tap a device under Available devices and follow the onscreen instructions to pair with the device.
To forget a paired device 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices 3. Tap Settings . . next to the device you wish to forget. 4. Tap FORGET > FORGET DEVICE. • The device will be unpaired from your phone. To reconnect with the device, you will need to pair again.
Connect to a paired Bluetooth device 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices . . 3. Tap a paired device to connect. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth Paired icon will be displayed in the Status bar. You can then use the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls. Note: Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls.
exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth-compatible devices. Send information via Bluetooth You can use Bluetooth to transfer files between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled device, such as a phone or computer. Send photos, videos, calendar events, contacts, and more. See “Share pictures and videos” on page 113, and “Share a contact” on page 81. Receive information via Bluetooth 1.
Apps and entertainment The topics in this section will explore the features that make your phone so much more than a phone, from the camera and productivity apps to music, entertainment, and more.
Camera and video You can use the camera or video camera to take and share photos and videos. Your phone comes with a 5+3+3 megapixel rear-facing camera that lets you capture photos and videos. Camera overview The camera’s viewfinder screen lets you view your subject and access camera controls and options.
Icon Function/Service Options Select camera modes and settings options. Picture size ratio Set the photo quality and aspect ratio. Flash Activate or deactive the camera flash. Video mode Record videos and access video settings. Photo mode Capture photos and access camera settings. Face Beauty Blur imperfections for flawless selfies. Gallery View the last photo or video taken. Capture Capture a photo. Switch Switch between the front and back cameras.
Take photos and record videos The following topics expain how to take photos and record videos with your phone’s camera. Camera cautions If the lens is dirty: Fingerprints and smudges on the camera lens may result in blurry photos or videos. If this happens, wipe the lens with a soft dry cloth. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight: Do not to expose the lens to direct sunlight for long periods, as this can affect the color filter and distort the color of photos and videos.
Record a video 1. From the Home screen, tap Camera . Tip: You can also access the camera in one of the methods described under “Take a photo” on page 105. 2. Tap to switch to Video mode (if necessary). 3. Aim the camera at your subject and tap 4. Tap to start recording a video. again to stop recording and save your video.
Camera settings You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full camera settings menu. Set camera functions 1. From the Home screen, tap Camera . Tip: You can also access the camera in one of the methods described under “Take a photo” on page 105. 2. Tap Options .
Menu Function/Service Picture size Adjust photo size and ratio. Touch shot Enable or disable the ability to capture photos by tapping on the camera screen. Self timer Set a countdown timer. Shutter sound Activate or deactivate the shutter sound when taking a photo. Geo tagging Add location information to your photo. Framing lines Show grid lines to help take professionallycomposed photos. Anti-flicker Reduce flicker in videos. Storage Tap to select a storage location.
View pictures and video using Photos Using the Photos app, you can view photos and watch videos that you’ve taken, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or phone memory. For pictures that are on your storage card or phone memory, you can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping. You can also easily assign a photo as your contact photo or wallpaper and share photos with your friends. View photos and videos 1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery .
Review photos and videos After capturing a photo or video, tap the thumbnail image at the bottom left corner of the screen to review it. From there, you can save, share, edit, or delete the photo or video. Options while reviewing photos or videos Zoom in or out on a photo or video: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in or out on a photo or video. Viewing videos: Use the onscreen controls to play, pause, or stop the video playback.
Edit photos Rotate and save a photo 1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery . 2. Tap the photo you want to rotate. 3. Tap Edit > Rotate . 4. Tap Save copy to save a copy of your photo.
Crop a picture 1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery . 2. Tap the photo you want to crop. 3. Tap Edit 4. Tap Crop to access the Edit screen. . A crop box appears on the photo. 5. To adjust the crop box size, drag the corners inward or outward to resize the crop box. 6. Tap Save copy to apply the changes to the photo and save. The cropped photo is saved in the album as a copy. The original photo will remain unedited.
Share pictures and videos The Gallery app allows you to send photos and videos using email or SMS messages. You can share photos and videos on your social networks, or send them to another phone or your computer via Bluetooth. 1. From the Home screen, tap Gallery . 2. Tap the photos or videos you want to share. Tip: To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on Multi-select mode. Tap to select the items you want to share. 3.
Productivity Use your phone to stay productive and organized with calendar, navigation, alarm, office, and more productivity apps. Calendar Use the Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps organize your time and reminds you of important events. In order to sync with your Google calendar, you must sign in to a Google account on your phone. See “Google account” on page 43 for more information on signing in or creating a Google account. Calendar view 1.
2. Tap Menu . 3. Select from one of the following calendar views: • Schedule: Display all events. • Day: Display today’s schedule by hour. Slide the screen to the left and right to display the previous and the next day, respectively. • 3 days: Display the previous day, today, and the next day. Slide the screen to the left and right to view previous and next three days. • Week: Display the current week. Slide the screen to the left and right to view the previous and the next week, respectively.
Add an event 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calendar 2. Tap Add . to add an event. 3. Enter event details, and then tap Save.
View calendar events 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calendar . 2. Tap a date and an event to view the details. Edit an event 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calendar . 2. Tap a date and an event to view the details. 3. Tap Edit to edit the event. 4. When you are done editing, tap Save.
Delete an event 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calendar . 2. Tap a date and an event to view the details. 3. Tap Options > Delete to delete the event. Calendar settings 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calendar 2. Tap Menu . > Settings > General. 3. Tap an option to adjust Calendar settings. Navigation apps Your phone offers a number of location-based navigation programs to help you figure out where you are and get you where you’re going.
Maps Go Use the Maps Go app to determine your location, get directions, browse local businesses and attractions, rate and review places, and more. Search for destinations Use Maps Go to locate and map a specific address or destination. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Maps Go . Tip: You can also access the Maps Go app from the Google folder on the Home screen. • If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use.
2. Tap Find a place. 3. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., then choose a search result. You will see your location on the map. Maps Go operations • View current location: Tap to find your current location on the map. • Select map types for different views: Tap Menu view such as traffic, satellite, etc.
Google Go Search for information saved on the phone, in apps, and on the Internet. Use Google Go 1. From the Home screen, tap the Google Go bar. Tip: You can also access Google Go by swiping up on the Home screen to access Apps and tapping Google Go , or from within the Google folder. 2. Type your search keywords and tap Search . To search by voice, tap Google Voice Search in the search bar and say your search terms.
Use Google Voice Search 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Google Go 2. Tap Google Voice Search or long press Home . . 3. Say your search terms and search results will appear.
Calculator Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calculator . 2. Enter the first number. 3. Tap a mathematical function key, then enter the second number. 4. Tap to view the result. 5. Tap to clear the results.
View calculator history 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calculator 2. Tap Menu > History, or drag down on the History calculator history. 3. To clear the calculator history, tap Menu 4. To return to the calculator, drag the History Back button . . bar to view the > Clear.
Advanced calculator 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Calculator . 2. Tap the blue bar on the right, or rotate the device to view more advanced calculation functions.
Clock The Clock app allows you to set alarms, view different world times, use a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your phone as a desk clock. Set the date and time manually Your phone uses the wireless network to automatically receive the current date and time. You can also set the date and time manually. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Clock 2. Tap Menu time > Off. . > Settings > Change date & time > Use network-provided 3. Set the date and time manually.
Create a new alarm 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Clock 2. Tap Alarm 3. Tap . . . 4. Set the time for the alarm and tap OK. You can also tap time directly. to enter the 5. Set more alarm details, if desired.
Feature Description Repeat Select the days to repeat the alarm. Alarm sound Select a sound to play for the alarm. Vibrate Activate alarm vibration. Label Enter a name for the alarm. Delete Delete the current alarm.
Turn an alarm off 1. To turn an alarm off, drag the Alarm Clock to Dismiss . 2. To snooze the alarm for 10 minutes, drag the Alarm Clock to Snooze . Delete an alarm 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Clock . 2. Tap the alarm you want to delete from the alarm list. 3. Tap Delete.
World clock The World clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Clock 2. Tap . to access the World clock screen. 3. Type to enter a city name and select the city you want to add from the list. • To remove a city, touch and hold, then drag the city to the trash can.
Timer 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Clock 2. Tap . to access the Timer screen. 3. Enter the amount of time into the Timer. 4. Tap to begin timing. 5. Tap to pause timing. • Tap again to resume timing. • Tap Reset to reset the timer back to zero. • Tap Delete to delete the timer. • Tap Add timer to add another timer. Swipe up and down to view other active timers.
Stopwatch 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Clock 2. Tap to access the Stopwatch screen. 3. Tap to begin the stopwatch. 4. Tap to stop the stopwatch. • Tap . again to resume timing. • Tap Reset to reset the stopwatch to zero. 5. Tap Share to share the stopwatch time.
Entertainment and activities The following topics provide an overview of your phone’s entertainment apps. YouTube View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos. View YouTube videos Note: You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube account. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap YouTube . Note: You can also access YouTube from the Google folder on the Home screen.
2. Browse YouTube channels and tap a video to view. 3. The video will play on your phone screen. Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching. Post a video to YouTube You can post videos to your YouTube account from your phone. Before posting, you must set up a YouTube account and sign in on your phone. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap YouTube 2. Tap Record/Post Video . . Note: You may be prompted to allow access to your photos, camera, and microphone.
Settings The topics in this section will cover your phone’s settings and options.
Basic settings From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings to access your phone’s Settings menu. You can also access the Settings menu from the Status bar. Swipe the Status bar down twice and tap Settings . The table below outlines the Settings categories. Category Description Network & internet Set Wi-Fi, mobile network, Hotspot, VPN, airplane mode, and view data usage. Connected devices Manage the settings on connected devices, like Bluetooth, Cast, USB, etc.
Category Description Privacy Manage the apps Permissions, set your account activity, and personal data, etc. Location View and manage apps using your location. Security Set screen lock method, password visibility, fingerprint, etc. Accounts Manage all your email, social networking, and picture and video sharing accounts. Accessibility Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid compatibility, etc.
Network & internet Manage network and connectivity settings. Wi-Fi Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet . . 3. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the On position to turn it on. Your phone will automatically search for available networks and you will be able to see the names and security settings of in-range Wi-Fi networks. • To disable Wi-Fi, slide the Wi-Fi switch to the Off position.
4. Tap the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to, enter the password (if applicable), and tap CONNECT. Your phone will be connected to the selected Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi Password Scan Wi-Fi QR code (if available) • The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.) or QR code. Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user’s service provider.
Manually connect to a Wi-Fi network 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet > Wi-Fi. 3. Slide the Use Wi-Fi switch to the On 4. Tap . position to turn it on. Add network. 5. Enter the required information. Network name Scan network QR code (if available) • Network name: Enter the network name. • Security: Select a security option and enter your password. • Advanced options: Show advanced options, such as IP settings and Proxy settings.
Wi-Fi preferences Create and manage wireless access points. • Turn on Wi-Fi automatically: Wi-Fi will be turned on automatically when you are near high-quality saved networks, like your home network. • Open network notification: Receive notifications about open networks when Wi-Fi is turned on. • Advanced • Install certificates: Allow authentication to access files. • Network rating provider: Select your preferred network rating provider. • Wi-Fi Direct: Connect to devices with Wi-Fi Direct.
Note: You must have an active Wi-Fi connection to send or receive calls and messages with Wi-Fi Calling. Mobile network 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet . > Mobile network. • Mobile Data: Slide the Mobile Data switch to the On enable data access on your mobile network. • International Data Roaming: Slide the switch to the On enable international data roaming.
• App data usage: View the mobile data usage of each app. • Data warning & limit: View the following data management options: • App data usage cycle: Set date the data usage cycle resets. • Set data warning: Slide the switch to the On position to enable alerts when your mobile data usage reaches the amount set. • Data warning: Set the data usage amount. Your phone will notify you when it reaches the amount set.
• Security: Turn hotspot security on or off. • Hotspot password: Tap to set a hotspot password. • Turn off hotspot automatically: Slide the switch to the On position to turn off the hotspot automatically if no devices are connected. • Turn off hotspot time: Set a timer for the hotspot timer to automatically turn off. • Hide SSID: Slide the switch to the On hotspot name. position to hide the mobile USB tethering Share your phone’s internet connection via USB. 1.
Airplane mode Disable all network communication. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet . > Advanced > Airplane mode. 3. Slide the Airplane mode switch to the On Airplane mode. position to activate VPN (Virtual Private Networks) You need to set a lock screen PIN or password before you can use a VPN. Add a VPN profile 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet 3. Tap Add VPN VPN profile. .
Connect to a VPN 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet . > Advanced > VPN. 3. Tap a VPN, enter your login information, and tap CONNECT. • To disconnect, tap the VPN, and tap DISCONNECT. Private DNS 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Network & internet . > Advanced > Private DNS. 3. Select your Private DNS mode. Wireless Emergency Alerts 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2.
Connected devices Manage settings for connected devices. USB Connect your phone with a computer using a USB cable to transfer data, share network connectivity, or charge your phone. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices . > USB. • USB controlled by: • Connected device: Set the connected device to control the USB. • This device: Set your phone to control the USB.
• Use USB for: • File Transfer: Select to transfer files between your phone and your computer. • USB tethering: Select to set the USB tethering mode. • MIDI: Select to set this device as MIDI. • PTP: Select to transfer PTP photos. • No data transfer: Select to set No data transfer mode. Pair new device 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices . > Pair new device. 3. Pair with a device shown in the Available devices list.
Pair a Bluetooth device 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices 3. Tap . > Connection preferences > Bluetooth. Pair new device. 4. Select the device you want to connect with in the Available devices list and follow the prompts to connect. • Make sure the device you want to connect with is discoverable via Bluetooth. • Depending on the device, you may be required to enter or accept a passkey. Rename a paired device 1.
Search for other devices 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices Pair new device. . > Connection preferences > Bluetooth > Receive data via Bluetooth When a device attempts to send a file to your phone using Bluetooth, you will be prompted to accept or decline the request. 1. Tap ACCEPT. 2. To view the file received, swipe the Status bar down and tap Bluetooth share: Received files, or locate the file from Bluetooth settings menu. Open received files 1.
Printing Connect your device to a printer on the same Wi-Fi network. Add printer 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Connected devices . > Connection preferences > Printing. 3. Tap Default Print Service 4. Slide the switch to the On 5. Tap Menu position to turn it on. > Add printer. 6. Tap an option to add a printer by IP address or by Wi-Fi Direct. Files received via Bluetooth 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2.
Apps & notifications View current running applications and manage notifications, permissions, and more. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Apps & notifications . . Recently opened apps 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Apps & notifications . > SEE ALL APPS. 3. Tap an app to view detailed information. Tap DISABLE to disable this app, or tap FORCE STOP to stop this app.
Notifications 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Apps & notifications . > Notifications. • Notifications on lockscreen: Tap to select how you want notifications to be displayed on the lock screen. • Allow notification snoozing: Slide the switch to the On allow temporarily snoozing certain notifications. • Suggested actions and replies: Slide the switch to the On automatically show suggested action and replies.
Screen time 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Apps & notifications . > Screen time. • You can tap Set timers for your apps to set daily timers for most apps. When the app timer ends, the app is paused for the rest of the day. Default apps 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Apps & notifications . > Default apps. 3. Tap to set the default app for the browser, phone, messaging, etc.
Battery Monitor your phone’s battery usage through the Battery settings menu. Check the battery consumption and percentage. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Battery . .
Battery consumption notificaton Monitor the amount of battery being used by apps. If battery usage increases too much, your phone will suggest actions you can take. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Battery . > Apps are running normally. Battery Saver 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Battery . > Battery Saver. • Tap to turn the Battery Saver on, or tap to turn the Battery Saver off.
• Set a schedule: Tap Based on percentage and drag the slider to the percentage you need. The Battery Saver will turn on automatically when your phone reaches that battery percentage. Battery Manager 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Battery . > Battery Manager. 3. Slide the Use Battery Manager switch to the On battery manager.
Battery percentage 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Battery . > Battery percentage. 3. Slide the switch to the On the Status bar. position to show the battery percentage in Last full charge View the time of the last full charge. Screen usage since full charge View the time screen used since last full charge.
Display Use the phone’s Display settings menu to adjust items such as wallpaper, brightness, screen timeout, and more. 1. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings 2. Tap Display . . Brightness level Tap to adjust the screen brightness level. Drag the slider to manually adjust the brightness level.
Night Light Tap to set a Night Light schedule and intensity. You can also enable automatic Night Light until sunrise. Adaptive brightness Slide the switch to the On position to enable Adaptive brightness. When turned on, your phone will automatically adjust screen brightness based on the lighting conditions. Wallpaper Set the wallpaper on the phone. Choose from Photos and standard Wallpapers. Dark theme Slide the switch to the On position to enable the dark theme.
