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Samsung Galaxy A31 User Manual

Samsung Galaxy A31
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USER MANUAL
English. 04/2020. Rev.1.1
SM-A315F
SM-A315F/DS
SM-A315G/DS

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Samsung Galaxy A31 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen shape-
Second displayNo
Display diagonal6.4 \
Display resolution2400 x 1080 pixels
Rounded display cornersYes
Display number of colors16 million colors
Form factorBar
Product colorBlack
Country of originSouth Korea
Processor cores8
Processor frequency2 GHz
Coprocessor frequency1.7 GHz
User memory104.6 GB
RAM capacity4 GB
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size512 GB
Internal storage capacity128 GB
PlatformAndroid
App distribution platformGoogle Play
Rear camera typeQuad camera
Front camera typeSingle camera
Maximum frame rate60 fps
Video recording modes1080i, 1080p
Rear camera aperture number2
Resolution at capture speed1920x1080@30fps
Video capture resolution (max)1920 x 1080 pixels
Rear camera resolution (numeric)48 MP
Front camera resolution (numeric)20 MP
Third rear camera aperture number2.2
Second rear camera aperture number2.4
Third rear camera resolution (numeric)8 MP
Second rear camera resolution (numeric)5 MP
Third rear camera field of view (FOV) angle123 °
Talk time (3G)- h
Battery capacity5000 mAh
Browsing time (Wi-Fi)20 h
Continuous audio playback time97 h
Continuous video playback time22 h
4G standardLTE-TDD & LTE-FDD
3G standardsUMTS
SIM card typeNanoSIM
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth version5.0
3G bands supported850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz
4G bands supported700, 800, 850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100, 2300, 2500, 2600 MHz
Mobile network generation4G
USB version2.0
USB connector typeUSB Type-C
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Body SAR (EU)1.68 W/kg
Head SAR (EU)0.488 W/kg
Repairability index5.9
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth8.6 mm
Width73.1 mm
Height159.3 mm
Weight185 g

Summary

Basics

Read me first

Important introductory information about using the device safely and properly.

Device overheating situations and solutions

Discusses causes and solutions for device heating during charging and use.

Device layout and functions

Explains package contents and device layout with diagrams.

Hard keys

Details the function of the device's physical buttons like Side and Volume keys.

Soft buttons

Explains the function of on-screen navigation buttons (Recents, Home, Back).

Battery

Covers battery charging procedures and important precautions for safe usage.

Fast charging

Explains how to activate and use the device's fast charging capability.

SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Details how to install a SIM or USIM card into the device.

Memory card (microSD card)

Provides instructions for installing and using a microSD card.

Turning the device on and off

Explains the procedure for powering the device on and off.

Initial setup

Guides the user through the initial setup process after turning on the device for the first time.

Samsung account

Explains what a Samsung account is and how to create one.

Transferring data from your previous device (Smart Switch)

Details how to transfer data using the Smart Switch feature.

Understanding the screen

Explains how to control the touchscreen using various gestures like tapping and holding.

Navigation bar (soft buttons)

Describes the functions of the on-screen navigation buttons (Recents, Home, Back).

Home screen and Apps screen

Introduces the Home screen and Apps screen, explaining their purpose and layout.

Creating folders

Guides users on how to create folders on the Home or Apps screen to organize apps.

Editing the Home screen

Explains how to customize the Home screen by adding panels, wallpapers, themes, and widgets.

Displaying all apps on the Home screen

Describes how to configure the device to show all apps on the Home screen instead of a separate Apps screen.

Indicator icons

Explains the meaning of various status bar icons for network, connectivity, and notifications.

Lock screen

Details how to lock and unlock the device screen and its basic functions.

Screen capture

Explains methods for capturing screenshots and using the toolbar options after capture.

Notification panel

Describes how to open and use the notification panel for viewing alerts and quick settings.

Entering text

Covers keyboard layout and changing input languages for text entry.

Copying and pasting

Explains the process of copying and pasting text on the device.

Dictionary

Describes how to look up word definitions directly from the device.

Apps and features

Installing or uninstalling apps

Guides on downloading apps from Galaxy Store and Play Store, and managing them.

Managing apps

Details how to uninstall, disable, and manage app permissions on the device.

Finder

Explains how to quickly search for content on the device using the Finder feature.

Phone

Introduces the Phone app for making and answering voice and video calls.

Contacts

Explains how to add, import, sync, and search for contacts on the device.

Messages

Covers sending, viewing, and blocking messages, including voice messages.

Internet

Guides on browsing webpages, using toolbars, and managing tabs in the Internet app.

Camera

Introduces the camera app, etiquette, and methods to launch it.

Gallery

Explains how to view, manage, and create albums, stories, GIFs, and collages.

AR Zone

Introduces AR Zone features like AR Emoji and AR Doodle for creating fun photos and videos.

Always On Display

Explains how to set up and customize the Always On Display feature for viewing information.

Edge screen

Introduces Edge panels for quick access to apps and features, and how to use the Edge panel handle.

Multi window

Explains how to run two apps simultaneously in split screen or pop-up view.

Samsung Pay

Describes Samsung Pay for secure mobile payments using NFC and registered cards.

Samsung Health

Guides on managing wellness and fitness goals, tracking steps, and competing with friends.

Samsung Members

Provides support services like problem diagnosis, submitting questions, and community interaction.

Samsung Notes

Explains how to create notes using text, handwriting, images, or voice recordings.

Galaxy Wearable

Guides on connecting and managing wearable devices using the Galaxy Wearable app.

Calendar

Covers creating events, setting reminders, and syncing with accounts.

Radio

Explains how to listen to FM radio, scan stations, and record audio.

Voice Recorder

Details how to make voice recordings, pause, bookmark, and save them.

My Files

Explains how to access and manage files stored on the device or in cloud storage.

Clock

Covers setting alarms, using the world clock, stopwatch, and timer functions.

Calculator

Explains how to perform calculations, view history, and use the unit conversion tool.

Game Launcher

Introduces Game Launcher for organizing games and setting performance modes.

Game Booster

Explains how to use Game Booster for an improved gaming environment with useful options.

Bixby Vision

Describes Bixby Vision features for image recognition, translation, and shopping information.

Samsung Daily

Guides on viewing news and content, and customizing the Samsung Daily feed.

Reminder

Explains how to create and manage reminders for tasks, events, or content viewing.

Samsung Kids

Details how to set up and manage Samsung Kids for a safe and fun environment for children.

SmartThings

Guides on controlling smart appliances and IoT products and connecting nearby devices.

Sharing content

Explains how to share content like images via various methods and direct share options.

Samsung Global Goals

Information about the UN Global Goals and how Samsung Global Goals app can be used.

Google apps

Introduces various Google apps like Chrome, Gmail, Maps, YouTube, etc.

Settings

Connections

Covers Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, Flight mode, and mobile network settings.

More connection settings

Details settings for nearby device scanning, printing, VPN, and Ethernet.

Sounds and vibration

Explains settings for sound modes, ringtones, notification sounds, and volume.

Notifications

Covers managing notification settings, actions, replies, and app icon badges.

Display

Explains display settings like Light/Dark mode, brightness, blue light filter, and screen mode.

Screensaver

Details how to set up and customize images as a screensaver.

Wallpaper

How to change the wallpaper settings for the Home and locked screens.

Themes

How to apply themes to change the device's visual elements like icons and wallpapers.

Lock screen

Covers options for customizing the locked screen, including screen lock types and shortcuts.

Smart Lock

Explains how to set the device to unlock automatically in trusted locations or with trusted devices.

Biometrics and security

Details security features like face recognition, fingerprints, Google Play Protect, and Find My Mobile.

Fingerprint recognition

Guides on registering fingerprints for screen lock and secure folder access.

Samsung Pass

Explains how to register biometric data for easy identity verification and autofill.

Secure Folder

Details how to protect private content and apps in a separate, secured storage area.

Privacy

Covers privacy settings like permission manager, diagnostic data, and account privacy.

Location

Explains location permissions, improving accuracy, and viewing recent location requests.

Accounts and backup

Guides on managing accounts, backing up data, and using Samsung Cloud and Smart Switch.

Google

Information on configuring settings for Google features.

Advanced features

Details various advanced features like Side key customization, Link to Windows, and smart pop-up view.

Motions and gestures

Explains device motion features like lift to wake, double tap to wake, and palm swipe to capture.

Dual Messenger

Guides on installing and uninstalling a second instance of messenger apps.

Digital Wellbeing and parental controls

Covers managing device usage history and setting up parental controls for children.

Device care

Explains device optimization, battery status, storage, memory, and security scanning.

Apps

Information on managing apps, their settings, notifications, and permissions.

General management

Covers system settings, language, input, date/time, contact us, and reset options.

Software update

Details how to update the device's software and view security update information.

About phone

Provides access to device information, status, legal, software, and battery details.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Offers solutions for common issues like entering codes, network errors, and device not turning on.

Copyright

Trademarks

Lists registered trademarks related to the device and its features.