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Samsung SM-A025F User Manual

Samsung SM-A025F
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USER MANUAL
English. 11/2020. Rev.1.0
SM-A025F
SM-A025F/DS
SM-A025G/DSN
SM-M025F/DS
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Samsung SM-A025F Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSM-A025F
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Basics

Read Me First

Important safety and usage guidelines before operating the device.

Instructional Icons

Explains the meaning of warning, caution, and notice icons used in the manual.

Device Overheating Situations and Solutions

Discusses causes and solutions for device overheating during charging or use.

Precautions for Device Overheating

Advises on actions to take when the device overheats and measures to prevent it.

Device Layout and Functions

Introduces the physical components and basic layout of the device.

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the device package.

Device Layout

Illustrates and labels the external parts of the device.

Device Usage Precautions

Provides essential warnings and precautions for using the device safely and correctly.

Hard Keys

Explains the function of physical buttons like the Side key.

Soft Buttons

Describes the navigation bar icons (Recents, Home, Back).

Charging the Battery

Details how to charge the device's battery safely and efficiently.

Wired Charging

Explains the process of charging the device using a USB cable.

Quick Charging

Describes how to enable and use the fast charging feature.

Reducing Battery Consumption

Offers tips and settings to conserve battery power.

Battery Charging Tips and Precautions

Provides important advice and precautions for charging the battery.

SIM or USIM Card

Explains how to insert and use SIM/USIM cards.

Installing the SIM or USIM Card

Step-by-step guide on inserting SIM/USIM cards into the tray.

SIM Card Manager (Dual SIM Models)

Details how to manage dual SIM card settings.

Memory Card (microSD Card)

Information on using memory cards with the device.

Installing a Memory Card

Step-by-step guide on inserting memory cards into the tray.

Removing the Memory Card

Instructions on how to safely unmount and remove the memory card.

Formatting the Memory Card

Explains how to format memory cards for device compatibility.

Turning the Device On and Off

Instructions for powering the device on, off, and restarting.

Forcing Restart

How to force a restart when the device freezes.

Emergency Mode

Explains how to activate and use emergency mode for battery saving.

Initial Setup

Guide for setting up the device for the first time or after a reset.

Samsung Account

How to create or sign in to a Samsung account for device services.

Finding ID and Resetting Password

Steps to recover Samsung account credentials.

Signing Out of Your Samsung Account

How to sign out of the Samsung account.

Transferring Data with Smart Switch

Instructions for transferring data using Samsung Smart Switch.

Transferring Data Wirelessly

Guide for transferring data wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.

Backing Up and Restoring Data Using External Storage

How to back up and restore data using microSD cards or USB storage.

Transferring Backup Data from a Computer

Steps to transfer data between the device and a computer.

Understanding the Screen

Introduces how to interact with the touchscreen.

Controlling the Touchscreen

Explains various touch gestures like tapping, dragging, and swiping.

Navigation Bar (Soft Buttons)

Details the functions of the on-screen navigation buttons.

Hiding the Navigation Bar

How to hide the navigation bar and use gesture navigation.

Home Screen and Apps Screen

Explains the purpose and navigation of the Home and Apps screens.

Switching Between Home and Apps Screens

How to move between the Home screen and the Apps screen.

Editing the Home Screen

How to customize wallpapers, themes, widgets, and panels.

Displaying All Apps on the Home Screen

Setting the device to show all apps directly on the Home screen.

Launching Finder

How to use Finder to quickly search for content on the device.

Moving Items

How to move apps and create shortcuts.

Creating Folders

How to group apps into folders for easier access.

Lock Screen

Explains how the lock screen works and how to unlock the device.

Changing the Screen Lock Method

How to set up pattern, PIN, password, or biometrics for screen lock.

Indicator Icons

Explains common icons shown on the status bar.

Screen Capture

How to take screenshots using physical buttons.

Notification Panel

How to open, view, and manage notifications and quick settings.

Using Quick Setting Buttons

How to activate and customize quick settings.

Controlling Media Playback

How to control music and video playback, including cross-device.

Controlling Nearby Devices

How to control nearby devices via the notification panel.

Entering Text

How to use the on-screen keyboard and enter text.

Keyboard Layout

Explains the layout and functions of the on-screen keyboard.

Changing the Keyboard

How to switch between different keyboard types and layouts.

Additional Keyboard Functions

Describes special characters, emojis, GIFs, and voice input.

Copying and Pasting

How to copy, cut, and paste text on the device.

Apps and Features

Installing or Uninstalling Apps

Guide for downloading, installing, and removing apps from stores.

Galaxy Store

How to use the Galaxy Store for app downloads.

Play Store

How to use the Google Play Store for app downloads.

Managing Apps

Covers enabling, disabling, and setting app permissions.

Enabling Apps

How to enable disabled apps.

Setting App Permissions

How to manage app permissions for privacy and functionality.

Phone

Introduction to making and receiving calls.

Making Calls

Step-by-step guide for initiating voice and video calls.

Making Calls from Call Logs or Contacts List

How to call contacts from your history or address book.

Using Speed Dial

How to set up and use speed dial numbers for quick calls.

Making an International Call

Instructions for making calls to international numbers.

Receiving Calls

How to answer or reject incoming calls.

Blocking Phone Numbers

How to add numbers to the block list and block unknown callers.

Options During Calls

Features available during a call like add call, hold, mute, speaker.

Contacts

Introduction to managing contacts.

Adding Contacts

How to create new contacts or import them from other sources.

Syncing Contacts with Your Web Accounts

How to sync contacts with Samsung or Google accounts.

Searching for Contacts

How to find contacts using search and quick actions.

Deleting Contacts

How to remove contacts from the device.

Sharing Contacts

How to share contact information with others.

Creating Groups

How to organize contacts into groups.

Messages

Introduction to sending and viewing text messages.

Sending Messages

How to compose and send text or voice messages.

Viewing Messages

How to read and reply to messages.

Deleting Messages

How to delete individual messages.

Changing Message Settings

How to customize message notification and blocking settings.

Internet

How to browse the web using the device.

Using Secret Mode

How to use secret mode for private browsing and history.

Camera

Introduction to the camera app for taking photos and videos.

Camera Etiquette

Rules and considerations for responsible camera usage.

Taking Photos

Step-by-step guide on how to capture photos with the device.

Using Zoom Features

How to zoom in and out using the camera.

Using the Camera Button

How to use the camera button for specific actions.

Options for Current Shooting Mode

Explains various settings like flash, delay, aspect ratio, filters.

Locking Focus and Exposure (AF/AE)

How to lock focus and exposure for consistent shots.

Photo Mode

How to use the automatic photo mode.

Taking Selfies

Instructions for taking self-portraits with the front camera.

Applying Filter and Beauty Effects

How to enhance photos with filters and beauty adjustments.

Video Mode

How to record videos and control playback.

Live Focus Mode

How to create photos with blurred backgrounds (bokeh effect).

Pro Mode

How to manually adjust camera settings like exposure and ISO.

Available Options

Details ISO, white balance, and exposure value settings.

Panorama Mode

How to capture wide panoramic photos.

Macro Mode

How to take close-up photos of subjects.

Customizing Camera Settings

How to adjust intelligent features, picture/video settings, and useful features.

Gallery

Introduction to viewing and managing photos and videos.

Using Gallery

How to open and navigate the Gallery app.

Grouping Similar Images

How to group images for better organization.

Viewing Images

How to view, modify, and share images.

Cropping Enlarged Images

How to crop and save parts of an image.

Viewing Videos

How to play videos, control playback, and adjust settings.

Albums

How to create and manage albums for organizing media.

Stories

How the device automatically creates stories from photos and videos.

Deleting Images or Videos

How to delete photos, videos, or stories.

Using the Recycle Bin Feature

How to enable and use the recycle bin for deleted media.

Multi Window

How to use split screen and pop-up view for multitasking.

Split Screen View

How to open and use two apps simultaneously on the screen.

Adjusting the Window Size

How to resize windows in split screen mode.

Pop-up View

How to open apps in floating pop-up windows.

Moving Pop-up Windows

How to reposition pop-up windows.

Samsung Notes

How to create and manage notes.

Creating Notes

How to create new notes with text, drawings, or voice.

Samsung Members

Information about the Samsung Members app for support and tips.

Calendar

Introduction to managing schedules and events.

Creating Events

How to add new events and tasks to the calendar.

Syncing Events with Your Accounts

How to sync calendar events with cloud accounts.

Reminder

How to set and manage reminders.

Creating Reminders

How to create, complete, and restore reminders.

Radio

How to use the FM radio app.

Playing Through the Speaker

How to listen to the radio through the device's speaker.

Voice Recorder

How to record and play voice memos.

My Files

How to access and manage files stored on the device.

Clock

How to use alarms, timers, and world clock.

Calculator

How to perform calculations and use unit conversion.

Sharing Content

General overview of sharing content.

Quick Share

How to share content with nearby devices using Quick Share.

Setting Who Can Find Your Device

How to configure privacy settings for Quick Share.

Shared Album

How to create and share photo albums with others.

Smart View

How to mirror the device screen to a TV or monitor.

Samsung Global Goals

Information about the Samsung Global Goals initiative.

Google Apps

Overview of common Google apps available on the device.

Settings

Introduction to Settings

Explains how to customize device settings via the Settings app.

Connections

Overview of network and wireless connection settings.

Wi-Fi

How to connect to and manage Wi-Fi networks.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

Step-by-step guide to connect the device to a Wi-Fi network.

Wi-Fi Direct

How to connect devices directly using Wi-Fi Direct for data sharing.

Bluetooth

How to use Bluetooth to exchange data with other devices.

Pairing with Other Bluetooth Devices

Step-by-step instructions for pairing Bluetooth devices.

Sending and Receiving Data via Bluetooth

How to transfer files and data using Bluetooth.

NFC and Payment (NFC-Enabled Models)

How to use NFC for reading tags and making payments.

Reading Information from NFC Tags

How to read NFC tags to get product information.

Making Payments with the NFC Feature

How to set up and use NFC for contactless payments.

Sending Data with the NFC Feature

How to share data using NFC (Android Beam).

Data Usage

How to track and manage mobile data usage.

Mobile Data Only Apps

How to set specific apps to use only mobile data.

Mobile Hotspot

How to use the device as a mobile hotspot to share internet.

More Connection Settings

Advanced settings for nearby device scanning, printing, VPN, DNS, Ethernet.

Printing

How to configure and use printer settings.

Sounds and Vibration

How to adjust sound modes, ringtones, and vibration settings.

Sound Quality and Effects

How to configure Dolby Atmos and other sound enhancements.

Separate App Sound

How to play audio from different apps on different devices.

Notifications

How to customize notification settings.

Display

How to adjust screen brightness, dark mode, blue light filter, font, etc.

Light / Dark Mode

How to switch between light and dark themes for the display.

Wallpaper

How to change the device wallpaper.

Themes

How to change the device's visual theme.

Lock Screen Settings

Options for customizing the locked screen appearance and behavior.

Screen Lock Type

How to change the screen lock method (PIN, pattern, password).

Smart Lock

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

Biometrics and Security

Settings for securing the device using biometrics and other methods.

Face Recognition

How to set up and use face recognition for unlocking.

Precautions for Using Face Recognition

Important considerations and warnings before using face recognition.

Registering Your Face

Step-by-step guide to register your face for unlocking.

Deleting Registered Face Data

How to remove registered face data from the device.

Privacy

How to manage privacy settings and permissions.

Location Settings

How to manage location permissions and services.

Accounts and Backup

How to manage accounts and back up/restore device data.

Samsung Cloud

How to sync, back up, and restore data using Samsung Cloud.

Google Settings

Settings related to Google services and apps.

Advanced Features

Overview of advanced device functionalities.

Side Key Customization

How to assign custom functions to the Side key.

Dual Messenger

How to use two accounts for the same messenger app.

Motions and Gestures

How to use device motions and gestures for shortcuts.

Digital Wellbeing and Parental Controls

How to monitor device usage and set parental controls.

Device Care

Overview of device status and optimization.

Optimizing Your Device

How to quickly optimize device performance.

Battery Settings

How to check battery usage, modes, and charging.

Storage Management

How to check storage status and delete files/apps.

Memory Management

How to free up memory by closing background apps.

Security Scan

How to scan the device for malware.

Ultra Data Saving

How to reduce mobile data usage by compressing data.

App Management

How to manage app settings, notifications, and permissions.

General Management

Settings for language, input, date, time, and reset.

Language and Input Settings

How to change device language, keyboards, and voice input.

Accessibility Settings

Settings to improve device usability for various needs.

Software Update

How to check for and install software updates.

About Phone

View device information like model, software version, and legal details.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common device issues like password prompts, network errors, and not turning on.

Touchscreen Responsiveness Issues

Solutions for touchscreen malfunctions and slow response.

Device Freezes or Fatal Errors

Steps to resolve device freezing or fatal errors, including restarting and resetting.

Microphone Issues During Calls

Solutions for when the other party cannot hear you speak.

Network and Audio Quality Issues

Troubleshooting steps for network disconnection and poor audio quality.

Camera Launch Error Messages

Solutions for error messages when opening the camera app.

Poor Photo Quality

Tips to improve photo quality and address issues like noise or blur.

Bluetooth Connectivity Issues

Solutions for Bluetooth connection problems or malfunctions.

Location Finding Issues

How to resolve issues with the device not finding its location.

Lost Device Data

Importance of backups and consequences of data loss.

Insufficient Device Storage

How to free up storage space by deleting unnecessary items.

Removing the Battery

Instructions and warnings regarding battery removal.

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