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General| Brand | HTC |
|---|---|
| Model | ThunderBolt |
| Category | Cell Phone |
| Language | English |
Guide on initial phone configuration and setup wizard.
Overview of the phone's primary interface for apps, widgets, and shortcuts.
Explanation of icons and indicators in the status bar for phone status.
Instructions on establishing a USB connection between the phone and a computer.
How to find information on the device and the internet using the search function.
Procedures for controlling ringer, media, and earpiece audio levels.
How the phone conserves battery by entering a low-power state.
Using pre-configured layouts to customize the phone's look and feel for different situations.
Instructions on applying custom or preset images as the phone's background.
How to change the visual theme of the phone's interface elements.
Adding interactive elements to the home screen for quick access to information and functions.
Placing app icons and shortcuts on the home screen for faster access.
Organizing apps and shortcuts into folders on the home screen for tidiness.
Customizing notification sounds, ringtones, and alarm alerts for the device.
Detailed steps for initiating voice calls using the phone dialer or contacts.
How to answer or reject incoming phone calls and manage call notifications.
Features available during an active call, like muting or speakerphone.
Reviewing missed, dialed, and received calls from the call log.
Accessing and managing network-based call features like forwarding and voicemail.
Managing voicemail messages through a visual interface on the phone.
Enabling or disabling all wireless radios for flight or restricted environments.
Creating a personal contact card for easy sharing of information via SMS, email, or Bluetooth.
Methods for importing contacts from various sources like SIM, Google, or computer.
Combining similar contact details from different sources to avoid duplicates.
Overview of the contact list, including viewing and filtering options.
Viewing detailed contact info and past communications like messages and calls.
Organizing contacts into groups for efficient messaging and emailing.
How to use the virtual keyboard for text input on the phone's screen.
Choosing from different keyboard types like QWERTY or Phone Keypad.
Guide to using keys for numbers, symbols, text entry, and cursor movement.
Activating and switching between different language inputs for the onscreen keyboard.
Utilizing word suggestions and auto-completion features for faster typing.
Highlighting portions of text for copying, cutting, or other operations.
Procedures for copying selected text and inserting it into other fields or apps.
Composing and sending short text messages to contacts.
Creating and sending messages with attachments like photos, videos, or audio.
Organizing and deleting message threads and individual messages.
Configuring notification sounds, delivery reports, and storage limits for messages.
Connecting the phone to online services like Google and social networks for data sync.
Linking the phone to a Google account for syncing contacts, email, and calendar.
Integrating accounts from social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter.
Using HTC Sync to transfer files and sync data between phone and computer.
Guide to installing the necessary software on a computer for phone synchronization.
Scheduling appointments, meetings, and events with details like time, location, and reminders.
Switching between Month, Agenda, Day, and Week views for event display.
Viewing, editing, and deleting scheduled events and managing invitations.
Sharing calendar events with others via Bluetooth, email, or message.
Using the widget for current date, time, and location display on the home screen.
Features of the clock application including alarms, stopwatch, and world clock.
Utilizing the phone as a desk clock with weather and alarm functions.
Checking time in multiple cities globally and managing time zones.
Manually configuring the phone's time and date settings.
Setting and managing wake-up alarms with custom sounds and repeat options.
Viewing current weather and forecasts for the phone's location and other cities.
Managing the phone's mobile data connection for internet access.
Connecting to wireless networks for internet access and managing network settings.
Setting up and managing VPN connections for secure network access.
Sharing the phone's data connection wirelessly with other devices.
Navigating the internet using the phone's built-in web browser.
Understanding fundamental Bluetooth operations and settings.
Pairing wireless audio devices with the phone for music and calls.
Transferring files like photos, contacts, or music to other Bluetooth devices.
Accepting files and data sent from other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Introduction to using the phone's camera for photos and videos.
Explanation of onscreen controls and indicators during camera operation.
Steps for capturing still images, including focus and flash settings.
Instructions for capturing video, including quality and effect settings.
Customizing resolution, ISO, white balance, and other camera parameters.
Viewing and organizing photos and videos stored on the phone and SD card.
Accessing photos and videos organized into predefined or custom albums.
Performing basic edits like rotating, cropping, and applying effects to images.
Sharing media files via email, MMS, Bluetooth, or social networks.
Playing music files from the phone's storage using the Music app.
Making custom lists of songs for personalized music playback.
Assigning a song from the music library as the phone's ringtone or for specific contacts.
Enabling location sources for accurate map and navigation features.
Utilizing Google Maps for navigation, traffic info, and finding places.
Obtaining step-by-step directions for travel by foot, transit, or car.
Recording and revisiting favorite locations with photos and GPS data.
Accessing and viewing popular videos through the YouTube application.
Finding specific videos on YouTube using search keywords.
Subscribing to and reading news from various channels and topics.
Using Quickoffice to view, edit, or create Microsoft Office files on the phone.
Monitoring stock quotes and market indices using the Stocks app.
Tuning into and listening to FM radio stations using the phone's radio app.
Capturing audio clips using the Voice Recorder and setting them as ringtones.
Downloading and installing applications from the Android Market store.
Adding a PIN to secure the SIM card and prevent unauthorized access.
Setting up a pattern, PIN, or password to lock the phone screen.
Modifying the existing screen lock type or password.
Procedures for recovering access if the screen lock pattern is forgotten.
Adjusting screen brightness, timeout, and rotation behavior.
Configuring power saving modes and settings to extend battery duration.
Checking and managing phone storage, RAM, and application data.
Removing downloaded applications that are not pre-installed on the phone.
Saving contact information to an online server or storage card for safekeeping.
Checking for and installing system software updates to improve phone functionality.
Procedures for restarting the phone or performing a factory reset to resolve issues.
