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Motorola Moto G 2nd generation User Manual

Motorola Moto G 2nd generation
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Motorola Moto G 2nd generation Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMotorola
ModelMoto G 2nd generation
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

At a Glance

First Look

Overview of the Moto G's features and capabilities, including design and display.

Tips & Tricks

Useful advice and shortcuts for efficiently using the phone's features.

Top Topics

A list of key features and functions to explore on your phone for quick understanding.

Start

Remove the Back Cover

Instructions on how to safely remove the phone's back cover for access.

Put in the SIM Cards

Step-by-step guide for inserting SIM cards into the designated slots.

Put in the Optional Memory Card

How to insert a microSD card for expanded storage.

Power On

Instructions for turning the phone on and understanding the power key's functions.

Dual SIM Card Settings

How to set up and manage dual SIM card functionality for calls and data.

Battery Life

Tips for maximising battery performance and understanding usage patterns.

Sign In

Guide to signing into your Google account for full phone functionality.

Old Phone to New Phone

Instructions for transferring data from an old phone to the new one.

Google Play™

Introduction to Google Play for accessing apps, music, films, and books.

Home Screen & Apps

Quick Start: Home Screen & Apps

Basic navigation and interaction with the phone's home screen and app list.

Redecorate Your Home Screen

Customising the home screen with apps, widgets, and wallpapers.

Help & More

Accessing tutorials, how-tos, FAQs, and support for phone features.

Search

How to use the Google search bar for text or voice searches.

Status & Notifications

Understanding status icons and managing notifications on the status bar.

Download Apps

Guide to finding, downloading, and managing apps from Google Play.

Take Care of Your Apps

Managing app installation, uninstallation, and updates.

Manage Your Apps & SD Card

Managing app storage and moving apps to an SD card.

Update Your Phone

Instructions for checking and installing phone software updates.

Control & Customise

Quick Start: Control & Customise

An overview of ways to control and customize the phone's behavior and appearance.

Tips & Tricks

General tips for interacting with the phone and its features.

On, Off, Lock & Unlock

Procedures for powering the phone on/off and locking/unlocking the screen.

Touch

Basic touch gestures for navigating and interacting with the screen.

Press

Using the Power key and volume keys for various functions.

Speak

Using voice commands and voice search for phone operations.

Customise

Adjusting sounds, display settings, and wallpaper for personalization.

Quick Settings

Accessing frequently used settings like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and brightness.

Motorola Assist

Automating phone responses based on context like driving or meetings.

Accessibility

Features for users with disabilities, including voice, Braille, and shortcuts.

Calls

Quick Start: Calls

Basic overview of making calls using contacts, recent calls, or the dial pad.

Make, Answer & End Calls

Detailed steps for handling incoming and outgoing calls.

Recent Calls

Viewing and managing call history, including calling back or storing numbers.

3-Way Calls

How to conduct conference calls with multiple participants.

Your Phone Number

Information on how to find your phone number.

Emergency Calls

How to make emergency calls and use location services.

Contacts

Quick Start: Contacts

Combining Google contacts and social networks for easy access.

Create Contacts

Step-by-step guide for adding new contacts manually.

Call, Text or Email Contacts

How to initiate communication with stored contacts.

Favourites

Setting frequently used contacts for quick access.

Edit, Delete or Hide Contacts

Managing existing contacts, including editing and deletion.

Get Contacts

Importing contacts from SIM cards, email, or computer.

Share Contacts

Sending contact information via Bluetooth, email, or Google Drive.

Groups

Creating and managing contact groups for faster organisation.

My Details

Setting up your personal profile information within contacts.

Messages

Quick Start: Messages

Basic overview of sending and receiving text messages and pictures.

Read, Reply, Forward & Delete Text Messages

Managing conversations, including replying, forwarding, and deleting.

Set Your Default Messaging App

Choosing between Messaging and Hangouts for text messages.

Email

Setting up and managing email accounts for sending and receiving mail.

Chat Using Hangouts™

Using Hangouts for text and video chat with friends and family.

Type

Quick Start: Type

Introduction to the touchscreen keyboard and typing methods.

Text Entry Settings & Dictionary

Customizing keyboard preferences and managing the word dictionary.

Cut, Copy & Paste

How to select, cut, copy, and paste text within the phone.

Organise

Clock

Setting alarms, timers, and using the stopwatch function.

Calendar

Managing events, appointments, and viewing your schedule.

Corporate Sync

Synchronizing work email, events, and contacts with an Exchange server.

Quickoffice™

Viewing and editing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Office Network

Connecting to an office network via a Virtual Private Network (VPN).

Google Drive™

Accessing and managing files stored in your Google Drive cloud.

Print

Instructions for printing documents and photos from your phone.

Socialise

Quick Start: Socialise

Connecting with others and sharing thoughts on Google+.

Upload Photos

Sharing photos and videos from your gallery to Google+.

Add a Widget

Adding a Google+ widget for quick access to posts.

Other Social Networks

Using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media apps.

Remove Accounts

Deleting social media or other accounts from your phone.

Browse

Quick Start: Chrome™

Navigating the web using the Chrome browser.

Webpage Shortcut

Creating shortcuts to frequently visited webpages on your home screen.

Internet Search Shortcut

Quickly accessing Google search from the home screen.

Mobile Sites

Requesting the desktop version of websites instead of mobile versions.

Reload

Refreshing a webpage if it fails to load correctly.

Clear History

Deleting browser history, cache, and cookies for privacy.

Bookmarks

Saving and accessing favourite webpages.

Downloads

Managing files downloaded from the web.

Browser Options

Adjusting browser security, text size, and other settings.

Safe Surfing & Searching

Using Incognito mode and managing search history for safety.

Photos & Videos

Quick Start: Photos & Videos

Taking and sharing photos and videos easily.

Take Photos

Instructions for capturing still images with the camera.

Record Videos

How to shoot video clips using the phone's camera.

The Perfect Shot

Exploring camera options like HDR, flash, and focus for better photos.

View, Share, & Use Photos & Videos

Managing photos and videos in the gallery, including sharing and editing.

Capture Your Screen

Taking screenshots of your phone's display.

Play Films & TV

Play Films & TV

Finding and watching films and TV shows on your phone.

YouTube™

Watching and sharing videos from YouTube.

Play Music

Quick Start: Music

Buying, listening to, and syncing music from Google Play.

Play FM Radio

Listening to live radio stations using headphones.

Play Books

Quick Start: Books

Shopping for and reading books from Google Play.

Play Games

Quick Start: Games

Discovering and playing games with friends via Google Play.

Locate & Navigate

Quick Start: Locate & Navigate

Using Google Maps for directions, navigation, and finding locations.

Connect & Transfer

Quick Start: Connect & Transfer

Connecting accessories, computers, and networks wirelessly or via USB.

Bluetooth® Wireless

Pairing and managing Bluetooth devices for connectivity.

Wi-Fi Networks

Connecting to Wi-Fi networks and setting up a hotspot.

USB Cables

Transferring files between the phone and computer using a USB cable.

Share Your Data Connection

Using the phone as a mobile hotspot via USB tethering.

Data Use

Tracking and managing mobile data usage by apps.

Your Cloud

Syncing data across devices using your Google account.

Phone & Tablet

Making your phone and tablet work together for enhanced functionality.

Memory Card

Storing files on a microSD card and managing its use.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

Accessing secured networks using VPN settings.

Mobile Network

Information on mobile network settings and service provider contact.

Flight Mode

Turning off all wireless connections for use during flights.

Protect

Quick Start: Protect

Securing your phone against loss or theft.

Screen Lock

Setting up patterns, PINs, or face unlock for screen security.

SIM Lock

Setting up a SIM card PIN for added security.

Encrypt Your Phone

Protecting phone data by encrypting files and storage.

Back Up & Restore

Backing up data to your Google account and restoring it.

Reset

Resetting the phone to factory settings and erasing data.

Want More?

Get Help & More

Accessing tutorials, user guides, and contact information.

Everything Moto G

Obtaining PC software and user guides from Motorola.

Accessories

Finding and purchasing accessories for your phone.

Get Apps

Purchasing and downloading applications from the Play Store.

News

Following Motorola for updates, tips, and videos on social media.

Troubleshoot

Crash Recovery

Steps to take if the phone stops responding to touches and key presses.

Service & Repairs

Information on obtaining customer support and repair services.

Safety, Regulatory & Legal

Battery Safety & Charging

Guidelines for safe battery usage, charging, and handling.

Third Party Accessories

Information on using non-Motorola accessories and potential impacts.

Driving Precautions

Safety advice for using the phone while driving.

Health & Environmental Precautions

Warnings regarding flashing lights, high volume, and children.

Device Care & Warnings

Guidelines for physical care, cleaning, and operational warnings.

RF Energy & Regulatory Information

Information on radio frequency energy exposure and compliance.

Compliance Notices

FCC and software notices regarding device compliance.

Location, Emergency & Privacy

Information on location services, emergency calls, navigation, and privacy.

Disposal & Software Rights

Guidelines for recycling, software copyright, and open source information.

Warranty & Service Information

Details of the limited warranty and how to obtain service.

Copyright & Trademarks

Legal information about trademarks and ownership of product names.

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