EasyManua.ls Logo

Boost Lumia 635 - User Manual

Boost Lumia 635
156 pages
Print Icon
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
Available applications and services are subject to change at any time.

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Boost Lumia 635 and is the answer not in the manual?

Summary

Introduction

For your safety

Read simple safety guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal.

Before Using Your Phone

This guide isn't all there is. User guide in phone for answers and tips.

First Start-Up

Phone guides setup of network, settings, and Microsoft account.

Get Started

Keys and Parts

Explore the keys and parts of your new phone.

Insert the SIM and Memory Card

Learn how to insert a SIM card into your phone.

Remove the SIM and Memory Card

Learn how to remove the previous SIM or memory card from your phone.

Switch the Phone On

Switch your phone on, and start exploring it.

Lock the Keys and Screen

Set your keys and screen to lock automatically to prevent accidental use.

Set Up Your Phone

Activation and Service

Learn how to activate your new phone.

Transfer Content to Your Lumia Phone

Learn how to transfer content to your Lumia phone.

Charge Your Phone

Charge Your Phone with a USB Charger

Connect the phone to a wall outlet or computer via USB.

Connect the Headset

Enjoy music or free hands for calls by connecting a headset.

Antenna Locations

Learn where antennas are located for best performance.

Basic Operations

Explore Your Tiles, Apps, and Settings

Understand the start screen and apps menu for navigation.

Check notifications and change settings quickly

Access notifications and settings via the action center.

Navigate inside an App

Discover more views and actions within an app.

Use the Touch Screen

Explore your phone with taps, swipes, and drags.

Use the On-Screen Keyboard

Learn to write text using the phone's keyboard.

Swipe to write text

Type words by drawing a path from letter to letter.

Switch between upper and lower case characters

Change character case using the shift key.

Type in a number or special character

Access numbers and symbols via dedicated keys.

Copy or paste text

Copy and paste text sections within the phone.

Add an accent to a character

Add accented characters by tapping and holding.

Delete a character

Remove a character using the backspace key.

Move the cursor

Edit text by moving the cursor with tap and hold.

Use Keyboard Word Suggestions

Get word suggestions to write quickly and accurately.

Correct a word

Fix misspelled words by selecting suggestions.

Add a new word to the dictionary

Add custom words to the phone's dictionary.

Switch word suggestions off

Disable word suggestions in the keyboard settings.

Add Writing Languages

Add multiple languages to your keyboard for typing.

Accounts

Microsoft Account

Access Microsoft services with a single username and password.

Create Your Microsoft Account

Create a Microsoft account for enhanced phone features.

Set Up My Family

Restrict kids' access to paid or age-rated content.

Set Up an Account

Add important accounts like social media or mail.

OneDrive

OneDrive Cloud Storage

Store files in the cloud for access across devices.

Save Your Photos and Other Stuff to OneDrive

Upload files to OneDrive for easy access from any device.

Save an Office document to OneDrive

Save Office documents directly to OneDrive.

Store

Browse Store

Check out downloaded apps, games, and recommended items.

Search Store

Find specific apps or games using search.

Download an App, Game, or Other Item

Download free or paid content from the Store.

View Your Ongoing Downloads

Track the status of downloaded items.

Write a Review for an App

Share your opinion by rating and reviewing apps.

Security

Set Your Phone to Lock Automatically

Protect your phone against unauthorized use with a security code.

Use Your Phone When Its Locked

Access certain features without unlocking the phone.

Change Your PIN Code

Change the SIM card's default PIN code for better security.

Find Your Lost Phone

Locate, lock, or delete data remotely if the phone is lost.

Update Your Phone Software

Stay updated with new features and performance improvements.

Update Your Network Profile

Update your user name and network profile.

Access Codes

Learn about different codes like PIN and PUK.

Your Phone Interface

Get to Know Your Phone

Understand the phone's views, start screen, and apps menu.

Back, Start, and Search Keys

Learn how the navigation keys help you use the phone.

Personalize the Navigation Bar

Customize vibration, color, and visibility of the navigation bar.

Switch Between Views and Apps

Navigate between the start screen and apps menu.

Check Notifications on Your Phone

View notifications and quick settings in the action center.

Personalize the action center

Customize shortcuts and notifications in the action center.

Change the Volume

Adjust phone volume for ringtones, alarms, media, and apps.

Switch to silent mode

Mute all ringtones and alert tones for quiet operation.

Use Your Phone in Airplane Mode

Disable wireless connections for flights or restricted areas.

Icons Shown on Your Phone

Understand icons for signal strength, data, Wi-Fi, and battery.

Bluetooth device

Icons related to Bluetooth connection status.

Battery

Icons indicating battery power level and charging status.

Notifications

Icon indicating unread notifications.

Profiles

Icons for vibrate and silent modes.

Cortana

Icon indicating Cortana is active.

Location

Icon indicating location services are in use.

Driving mode

Icon indicating driving mode is active.

Personalize Your Phone

Learn how to customize the phone's look and feel.

Personalize the Start Screen

Customize background, tiles, and app layout.

Move a tile

Rearrange tiles on the start screen by tapping and holding.

Resize or unpin a tile

Change tile size or remove it from the start screen.

Group tiles into folders

Organize tiles into folders for better start screen management.

Pin an app

Add frequently used apps to the start screen.

Pin a contact

Add contacts to the start screen for quick access.

Personalize the Lock Screen

Change the lock screen background and display.

Show the artist when playing music

Display artist information while music is playing.

Create a Safe, Fun Start Screen for Kids

Set up a dedicated start screen with kid-friendly content.

Personalize Your Phone Tones

Switch Your Phone to Silent Mode

Mute all ringtones and alert tones for quiet operation.

Switch silent mode off

Disable silent mode to receive audible alerts.

Switch the vibration off

Disable phone vibration for alerts.

Extend Battery Life

Check battery use

Monitor which apps consume the most battery power.

Memory and Storage

Back up and Restore Data on Your Phone

Back up settings and content to your Microsoft account.

Check and Increase Available Memory on Your Phone

Manage phone storage and free up space.

Remove temporary files to free up space

Delete temporary files to reclaim storage.

Save or Move Apps to a Memory Card

Expand phone memory by saving apps to a memory card.

Move apps to the memory card

Transfer installed apps to the memory card.

Delete an App from Your Phone

Remove apps to increase available memory.

Manage Files on Your Phone

Organize and delete files using the Files app.

Phone App

Calls

Learn how to make calls and talk to friends.

Make a Call with Skype

Make Skype-to-Skype calls and video calls.

Use 1-Touch Dialing to Call Your Favorite Contacts

Call important contacts quickly with one-touch dialing.

Silence an Incoming Call

Silence a ringing call by pressing keys or turning the phone down.

Reply to a Call by a Text Message

Respond to incoming calls with a pre-written text message.

Make a Conference Call

Conduct calls with multiple participants.

Call Your Voice Mailbox

Access and listen to voice messages.

Use Visual Voice Mail

View and manage voice messages visually.

Block Calls and Messages

Block unwanted calls and text messages using the filter.

Contacts

People Hub

Central hub for friends' contact info and social network updates.

Add or Delete a Contact

Save or remove contact details.

Edit a contact

Modify existing contact details.

Delete a contact

Remove a contact entry.

Filter your contacts list

Show or hide contacts from specific accounts.

Save a Number from a Received Call

Save a number from a past call.

Save a Number from a Received Message

Save a number from a received message.

Search for a Contact

Find contacts quickly by searching or jumping to letters.

Link Contacts

Combine multiple entries for the same contact.

Copy Contacts from a SIM Card

Copy contacts stored on your SIM card.

Create, Edit, or Delete a Contact Group

Organize contacts into groups for messaging.

Share a photo with a room

Share photos within a designated room.

Messaging and Internet

Messages

Stay in touch with friends via text or multimedia messages.

Reply to a Message

Respond quickly to received messages.

Send a Message to a Group

Send a single message to multiple contacts in a group.

Chat Using Skype

Send instant messages via Skype.

Send Your Location in a Message

Share your current location on a map via message.

Send an Audio Message

Send audio messages, like songs, to friends.

Mail

Add or Delete a Mailbox

Manage multiple email accounts on your phone.

Add a mailbox later

Add email accounts after initial setup.

Delete a mailbox

Remove email accounts from the phone.

Add Your Exchange Mailbox to Your Phone

Set up work email, contacts, and calendar from Exchange.

Open Mail from the Start Screen

Access mail directly from the start screen tile.

Send Mail

Send an Office document

Send Office documents via email.

Read Mail

View emails, including unread messages.

Read mail in a conversation

View emails grouped by conversation threads.

Save an attachment

Download attachments from emails.

Copy a link

Copy web links found in emails.

Reply to Mail

Respond to emails directly from the phone.

Send Automatic Replies

Set up automatic replies for emails when absent.

Link Several Mailboxes as a Unified Inbox

Combine multiple email accounts into one inbox view.

Internet

Browse the Web

Access the internet and websites on your phone.

Open a New Tab

Visit multiple websites simultaneously using tabs.

Open a tab for private browsing

Browse the web without saving history or cookies.

Change the Browser Mode

Adjust browser display for mobile, desktop, or reading view.

Add a Website to Your Favorites

Save frequently visited websites for quick access.

Clear the Browser History

Delete browsing history and temporary internet files.

Search the Web

Find information online using Bing search.

Close Internet Connections

Save battery by closing active internet connections.

Camera and Video

Get to Know Lumia Camera

Explore the features and controls of the Lumia Camera app.

Change the Default Camera

Select your preferred camera app.

Camera Basics

Learn basic operations for taking photos.

View the photo in full-resolution view

View photos in their original resolution.

Glam Up Your Selfie

Use Lumia Selfie app for enhanced selfies.

Record a Video

Capture special moments as videos.

Save Your Photos and Videos to a Memory Card

Save photos and videos to the memory card.

Save the photos and videos you’ve taken earlier to a memory card

Move existing photos/videos to the memory card.

Save Location Info to Your Photos and Videos

Automatically record location data for photos and videos.

Share Your Photos and Videos

Share photos and videos directly from the camera.

Advanced Photography

Gain control over photo settings for professional shots.

Add Movement to Your Photos

Animate still photos with Lumia Cinemagraph app.

Download Camera Lenses from Store

Enhance camera capabilities with apps from the Store.

Photos Hub

View Photos

Relive moments by viewing photos on your phone.

Mark a Photo as a Favorite

Mark best shots as favorites for easy retrieval.

Upload Photos and Videos to the Web

Share photos and videos on social networking services.

Change the Background in the Photos Hub

Set a photo as the background for the Photos hub.

Create an Album

Organize photos into albums by subject.

Delete an album

Remove albums and their associated photos.

Create the Stories of Your Life

Tell life stories using photos with Lumia Storyteller.

Edit a Photo

Perform quick edits like rotate and crop.

Add Cool Special Effects to Your Photos

Apply special effects and enhancements using Creative Studio.

Useful Features

Cortana

Let Cortana manage your daily life and tasks.

Set Up Cortana

Configure Cortana by telling it about yourself.

Use Cortana

Use voice commands to interact with your phone.

Social Networks

Set up and use social networking services.

See Your Friends Status Updates

View friends' status updates in the People hub.

Post Your Status

Share updates to social networking services.

Change Your Profile Photo

Update your profile picture for contacts and services.

Share a Photo in Social Networking Services

Upload photos to social networks for friends to see.

Scan Codes or Text

Use the camera to scan QR codes, barcodes, and text.

Take a Screenshot

Capture images of your phone screen.

Clock and Calendar

Manage time, alarms, appointments, and schedules.

Set an Alarm

Use the phone as an alarm clock.

Update the Time and Date Automatically

Set phone to automatically update time and date.

Add an Appointment

Add appointments to your calendar.

Use Multiple Calendars

Sync and view calendars from different accounts.

Maps & Navigation

Find locations and get directions.

Watch and Listen

Play music, videos, and podcasts on your phone.

FM Radio

Learn how to listen to radio stations on your phone.

Games

Download and play games on your phone.

Microsoft Office Mobile

Use mobile versions of Office apps for productivity.

Write a Note

Create and sync notes with OneNote Mobile.

Continue with a Document on Another Device

Save Office documents to OneDrive for cross-device access.

Use the Calculator

Utilize basic, scientific, and binary calculator functions.

Use Your Work Phone

Access company accounts and resources for job tasks.

Tips for Business Users

Use the phone efficiently for work-related tasks.

Keep Your Data Secure on Your Phone

Implement security options to protect stored data.

Settings

Accessibility

Learn how to make phone use easier with accessibility features.

Use your phone with a TTY;TDD

Utilize TTY/TDD modes for text communication.

Use your phone with a hearing aid

Use the device with hearing aids for better audio.

Use the Screen Reader

Have screen content read aloud by Narrator.

Unlock the keys and screen when using the screen reader

Manage screen reader interaction with keys.

Motion Data

Allow apps to access location and accelerometer data.

Language Settings

Add and manage languages for phone use.

Connectivity

Copy Content Between Your Phone and Computer

Copy photos, videos, and other created content between phone and computer.

Define Internet Connections

Adjust Wi-Fi and mobile data settings to reduce costs.

Use a mobile data connection

Enable or disable mobile data connection.

Use Your Data Plan Efficiently

Use Data Sense app to track and manage data usage.

Wi-Fi

Find out more about using Wi-Fi connections.

Connect to Wi-Fi

Connect to Wi-Fi networks in public places for internet access.

Connect with Wi-Fi Sense

Easily connect to public Wi-Fi hotspots using Wi-Fi Sense.

Use a Secure VPN Connection

Establish a VPN connection for secure access to resources.

Bluetooth

Connect wirelessly to other compatible devices.

Connect to a Wireless Headset

Speak hands-free by connecting a wireless headset.

Connect to Your Friend’s Phone with Bluetooth

Share photos and content wirelessly with friends' phones.

Send Your Content Using Bluetooth

Share content or photos with friends using Bluetooth.

Set Your Phone to Driving Mode

Minimize driving distractions by enabling driving mode.

Change Your Device Name

Rename your phone for easy identification during Bluetooth connections.

For Assistance

Troubleshooting and Support

Find tips, guides, and support for phone issues.

Boost Account Info and Help

Manage your Boost Mobile account and get help.

Manage Your Account

Access and manage your Boost Mobile account information.

Re-Boost

Add money to your Boost Mobile account easily.

Find Your Model Number and Serial Number (MEID)

Locate your phone's unique model and serial numbers.

Product and safety information

Learn how to use your product safely.

Make an emergency call

Learn the steps to make an emergency call.

Take care of your device

Follow guidelines for proper device maintenance and care.

Recycle

Information on recycling electronic products and batteries.

About Digital Rights Management

Understand DRM and content usage rights.

Battery and charger info

Information on compatible batteries and chargers.

Battery and charger safety

Safety precautions for handling batteries and chargers.

Small children

Safety warning about device parts being a choking hazard.

Medical devices

Information on potential interference with medical devices.

Implanted medical devices

Guidelines for safe use near implanted medical devices.

Accessibility solutions

Microsoft's commitment to making phones accessible.

Hearing

Information on using the device with hearing aids.

Protect your device from harmful content

Precautions against viruses and malicious software.

Information on health

Health-related information concerning mobile phones.

Vehicles

Notes on electronic system interference in vehicles.

Safety and texting while driving

Guidance on safe driving practices with cellular phones.

Potentially explosive environments

Warnings for using the device in explosive atmospheres.

Certification information (SAR)

Information on radio wave exposure guidelines.

Support messages

Information about receiving tips and support messages.

Care

Contact info for plans, billing, and product warranty.

Copyrights and other notices

Important copyright information for the phone.

Declaration of Conformity

Legal statements and warranty disclaimers for the device.

FCC;MEXICO NOTICE

Boost Lumia 635 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBoost
ModelLumia 635
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

Related product manuals