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General| Model | SM-A015F |
|---|---|
| Category | Cell Phone |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Red |
| Resolution | 720 x 1520 pixels |
| RAM | 2GB |
| Internal Storage | 32GB |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF |
| Battery | 3000 mAh |
| Operating System | Android 10 |
| Display Size | 5.7 inches |
| Display Type | PLS TFT |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
Important preliminary information and guidelines for using the device safely and properly.
Explanation of symbols used in the manual to indicate warnings, cautions, and notices.
Guidance on identifying and resolving issues related to device overheating during use or charging.
Safety measures and actions to take when the device becomes too hot to prevent damage.
Guidelines on environmental conditions to avoid that can cause device heat-up or damage.
Overview of the physical components and their primary functions on the device.
Explanation of the device's physical buttons and their functions.
Description of on-screen navigation buttons and their default functions.
Information and instructions on charging the device's battery.
Tips and settings to conserve battery power and extend usage time.
Important advice and safety considerations for charging the device's battery.
Instructions on how to install a nano-SIM card into the device.
Guidance on activating, customising, and setting preferences for dual SIM cards.
Instructions for installing and managing a microSD memory card.
Procedure for safely unmounting and removing the memory card.
Steps to format a memory card for compatibility with the device.
How to power the device on, turn it off, and perform a forced restart.
Explanation of emergency mode for reduced battery consumption and emergency functions.
Step-by-step guide for setting up the device for the first time.
Information about creating and signing into a Samsung account for device services.
Using Smart Switch to transfer data from an old device to the new one.
Information on controlling the touchscreen and its touch input area.
How to tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds.
How to tap, hold, and drag an item to a new position.
How to double-tap the screen to perform actions.
How to swipe in different directions to navigate or perform actions.
How to spread two fingers apart or pinch to zoom.
Explanation of the on-screen navigation buttons and their functions.
How to hide the navigation bar and use full screen gestures.
Overview of the device's Home screen and Apps screen layouts.
Methods for navigating between the Home screen and the Apps screen.
How to rotate the device to view the screen in landscape orientation.
How to move icons, apps, and shortcuts on the Home screen.
Steps to create and manage folders for apps on the Home screen.
Customising the Home screen by adding, deleting, or rearranging panels.
How to change the wallpaper for the Home and lock screens.
How to change the device's visual theme, including colours and icons.
Adding and using widgets for quick access to app functions.
Configuring settings for the Home screen grid and layout.
Setting the device to show all apps directly on the Home screen.
Explanation of common icons displayed on the device's status bar.
How to lock and unlock the device screen.
Options for setting up screen lock methods like PIN, pattern, or password.
How to take a screenshot of the device screen.
How to open, close, and use the notification panel and quick settings.
How to activate features using quick setting buttons and rearrange them.
Information on the keyboard layout and input methods.
Details on special functions available on the keyboard, like emoticons and voice input.
Steps for copying and pasting text on the device.
Guide to downloading, installing, and removing apps from Galaxy Store and Play Store.
How to uninstall, disable, and set permissions for installed applications.
How to quickly search for content, apps, and files on the device.
Introduction to making and answering voice and video calls.
How to initiate calls from recent calls or the contacts list.
Setting up and using speed dial numbers for quick calling.
How to make calls when the device is locked.
Steps to dial an international phone number.
How to answer or reject incoming calls.
Viewing and managing missed calls.
How to block unwanted calls and messages from specific numbers.
Available actions and features during a voice call.
Options available while conducting a video call.
How to save phone numbers to your contacts list.
How to add tags to numbers without saving them to Contacts.
Introduction to creating and managing contacts on the device.
Steps to add a new contact with their information.
How to import contacts from other storage locations.
Synchronising device contacts with online accounts like Samsung or Google.
Methods for finding contacts in your contacts list.
How to share contact information with others.
How to save and share your profile information with contacts.
Steps to create and manage groups of contacts.
How to send a message to multiple contacts in a group simultaneously.
How to merge duplicate contact entries to streamline your list.
Procedure for deleting contacts from your device.
Introduction to sending and viewing messages by conversation.
How to compose and send text or voice messages.
How to view message threads and reply to messages.
How to block messages from specific numbers or unknown senders.
Customising notification sounds and display options for messages.
Setting alerts for unchecked notifications.
Steps to delete individual or multiple messages.
Introduction to browsing the web and bookmarking webpages.
How to activate and use secret mode for private browsing.
Setting up email accounts and sending/reading emails.
Introduction to taking photos and recording videos.
How to focus, zoom, and take photos with the camera.
How to lock focus and exposure settings for consistent shots.
How to select and use different camera shooting modes.
Using the automatic photo mode for easy capture.
How to take self-portraits using the front camera.
How to apply filters and enhance facial features before taking photos.
Recording videos and adjusting settings like focus and image capture.
Taking photos with a blurred background and a clear subject.
Manually adjusting camera settings like ISO and exposure for advanced control.
How to take wide-scene photos by stitching multiple images together.
Adjusting various camera settings like flash, timer, and aspect ratio.
Details on picture and video settings, and useful camera features.
Introduction to viewing and managing images and videos stored on the device.
How to select, view, and perform actions on images in the gallery.
How to find images by category or keywords.
How to play videos and control playback functions.
Accessing file details and location information for media.
Browsing media by categories like Videos, Favourites, and Recent.
How to view and manage images and videos sorted by albums.
Steps to hide or unhide albums in the Gallery.
How to view and create stories from captured images and videos.
Steps to create stories with various themes and select media.
How to delete stories from the Gallery.
Procedure for deleting individual or multiple media files.
How to use the recycle bin to manage deleted media files.
Introduction to using two apps simultaneously in split-screen or pop-up view.
How to open and use apps in the split screen view.
How to resize the app windows in split screen view.
How to open and use apps in a pop-up window.
How to reposition pop-up windows on the screen.
Overview of Samsung Members for support, diagnosis, and community interaction.
Creating and editing notes, including text, drawings, and voice recordings.
Managing schedules by creating and saving events and reminders.
How to create tasks as reminders with time or location notifications.
Synchronising calendar events with online accounts.
Listening to the FM radio using the device.
Instructions for tuning into radio stations and playing audio.
How to listen to the radio using the device's speaker.
How to scan for and save available FM radio stations.
Using the app to record and play voice memos.
Accessing and managing files stored on the device.
Introduction to setting alarms, checking world time, and using stopwatch/timer.
Setting, stopping, and deleting alarms on the device.
Creating and managing clocks for different time zones.
Using the stopwatch feature to time events.
Setting and using the timer function.
Performing simple and complex calculations with the calculator app.
How to share images and other content using various methods.
Information on features like shared albums for content sharing.
Overview of Google apps like Chrome, Gmail, Maps, and YouTube.
Overview of device customisation through various setting options.
Managing network connections like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile networks.
How to connect to and manage Wi-Fi networks.
Connecting devices directly via Wi-Fi without an access point.
Pairing and using Bluetooth devices for data exchange.
Sharing data between devices using Bluetooth.
How to disconnect paired Bluetooth devices.
Reducing data usage by limiting background app data consumption.
Selecting apps to use mobile data even when connected to Wi-Fi.
Managing SIM cards, calls, messages, and data for dual SIM devices.
Using the device as a mobile hotspot to share its data connection.
Customising advanced connection features like printing and VPN.
Configuring printer settings and adding printer plug-ins.
Changing device sounds, vibration patterns, and volume levels.
Configuring surround sound settings for enhanced audio experience.
Customising notification settings, including suggestions and app icon badges.
Adjusting display settings like brightness, dark mode, and screen timeout.
Reducing eye strain by applying a dark theme to the screen.
Setting up images to display as a screensaver when the device is charging.
Changing the wallpaper for the Home and lock screens.
Applying themes to change the device's visual appearance.
Customising settings related to the device's lock screen.
Setting the device to unlock automatically in trusted locations or with trusted devices.
Managing security features like Face recognition and Google Play Protect.
Setting up and using face recognition to unlock the device.
Important safety and usage precautions for face recognition.
Step-by-step guide for registering your face for recognition.
How to remove your registered face data.
Using face recognition to unlock the device screen.
Managing privacy settings like permission manager and diagnostic data.
Configuring location information permissions and accuracy.
Managing accounts, backing up data, and using Samsung Cloud or Smart Switch.
Syncing and backing up data using Samsung Cloud.
How to back up device data to Samsung Cloud.
How to restore backup data from Samsung Cloud.
Configuring settings for Google-provided features.
Activating and configuring advanced device features.
Activating and configuring motion-based features and gestures.
Using two accounts for the same messenger app.
How to uninstall the second app installed via Dual Messenger.
Managing device usage and setting up parental controls.
Viewing device usage history and setting app timers.
Limiting daily usage time for individual applications.
Reducing eye strain and preventing sleep disturbance with wind down mode.
Overview of device status and optimisation features.
Improving device performance through quick optimisation and auto optimisation.
Checking battery status and activating power saving features.
Selecting power modes for optimal device performance and battery usage.
Automatically activating power saving based on usage patterns and battery level.
Controlling battery consumption by apps running in the background.
Checking the status of used and available internal memory.
Clearing residual files and uninstalling unused apps to manage memory.
Speeding up the device by stopping background apps.
Checking device security status and scanning for malware.
Managing apps, changing settings, and uninstalling or disabling them.
Customising system settings, language, date, and time.
Steps to add and set default languages for the device.
Configuring settings to improve device accessibility for various users.
Updating the device's software via FOTA service and scheduling updates.
Accessing help information and configuring important settings.
Viewing device information, status, legal, and software details.
Solutions for common device issues and error messages.
Troubleshooting steps for unresponsive or slow touchscreen performance.
Steps to resolve device freezing or fatal errors.
How to restart the device when it freezes or hangs.
How to perform a forced restart by holding specific keys.
Performing a factory data reset to resolve persistent issues.
Troubleshooting steps for issues with making or receiving calls.
Solutions for when the microphone is not working correctly during calls.
How to resolve sound echo issues during calls.
Troubleshooting network connectivity and audio quality problems.
Steps to take if the battery is not charging correctly.
Reasons and solutions for rapid battery depletion.
Troubleshooting steps for camera app launch errors.
Tips to improve photo quality and address issues like image noise.
Troubleshooting for errors when opening or playing multimedia files.
Troubleshooting steps for Bluetooth connection and performance issues.
Steps to resolve issues when connecting the device to a computer.
Troubleshooting steps for GPS or location finding errors.
Advice on data backup and recovery if data is lost.
Explanation of a small gap in the device case and its manufacturing.
Steps to free up storage space on the device.
Troubleshooting for the disappearance of the Home button on the navigation bar.
How to enable the screen brightness slider in the notification panel.
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