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Samsung SM-G525F User Manual

Samsung SM-G525F
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USER MANUAL
English (LTN). 02/2023. Rev.2.0
SM-G525F
SM-G525F/DS

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Samsung SM-G525F Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSM-G525F
CategoryCell Phone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started Basics

Device Layout and Functions

Identifies physical components and their locations on the device.

Hard Keys

Details the functions of physical buttons like Side key and XCover key.

Soft Buttons

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

Battery Management

Installing the Battery

Step-by-step guide on how to insert the battery into the device.

Removing the Battery

Instructions on how to take the battery out of the device.

Charging the Battery

General information and precautions for charging the device's battery.

Wired Charging

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

Quick Charging

How to enable and use the fast charging feature on the device.

Reduce Battery Consumption

Tips and methods to conserve the device's battery power.

SIM and Storage Management

Installing SIM/USIM Card

Step-by-step instructions for inserting a SIM or USIM card.

Inserting an SD Card

Guide on how to insert a microSD card into the device.

SIM Manager (Dual SIM)

How to manage SIM cards and settings for dual SIM devices.

Removing the SD Card

Instructions for safely unmounting and removing the microSD card.

Device Power and Setup

Formatting the SD Card

How to format an SD card for use with the device.

Turning Device On/Off

Steps to power the device on and off, including restart.

Forcing Restart

How to force restart the device when it is frozen or unresponsive.

Initial Setup Guide

Instructions for setting up the device for the first time.

Apps and Features Overview

Introduction to Apps

General explanation of the chapter's content on apps and device features.

Samsung Account Management

Account Sign-in and Creation

Steps to sign in or create a Samsung account.

Password Recovery

How to find your Samsung account ID or reset your password.

Signing Out of Account

Procedure to sign out of your Samsung account.

Screen Interaction

Touchscreen Control Methods

Explains how to use tap, drag, swipe, and pinch gestures on the screen.

Navigation Bar Usage

Navigation Bar Functions

Details the functions of the on-screen navigation buttons.

Hiding Navigation Bar

How to hide the navigation bar for a larger screen view.

Home and App Screens

Switching Between Screens

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

Editing Home Screen Layout

Customizing wallpaper, widgets, and panels on the Home screen.

Display All Apps on Home

How to show all installed apps directly on the Home screen.

App and Content Management

Using Finder Search

How to quickly search for content on the device.

Moving Items and Creating Folders

Instructions for rearranging icons and organizing apps into folders.

Edge Panel Access

How to access and use Edge panels for quick app and feature access.

Lock Screen Features

Changing Screen Lock Method

How to set up or change the screen lock (PIN, pattern, etc.).

Understanding Indicator Icons

Explains common icons displayed on the status bar.

Screen Capture Functionality

Capturing and Editing Screenshots

How to take screenshots and use editing tools.

Notification Panel Usage

Quick Settings Buttons

How to use and customize quick setting buttons in the notification panel.

Text Input Methods

Keyboard Layout and Functions

Explains the keyboard layout and special keys.

Language and Keyboard Settings

How to change input language and keyboard type.

Copying and Pasting Text

Steps for copying, cutting, and pasting text on the device.

App Installation and Management

Using Galaxy Store and Play Store

How to download apps from Samsung and Google stores.

Uninstalling or Disabling Apps

Procedures for removing or disabling apps.

Managing App Permissions

How to view and change app permission settings.

Phone and Calling Features

Making Voice and Video Calls

How to make calls using the keypad or contacts.

Speed Dial Setup

How to set up and use speed dial numbers.

International and Incoming Calls

How to make international calls and answer/reject calls.

Blocking Phone Numbers

Steps to block unwanted calls from specific numbers.

Contact Management

Creating and Importing Contacts

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

Syncing Contacts with Accounts

How to sync contacts with Samsung or Google accounts.

Searching, Deleting, and Sharing Contacts

How to find, remove, and share contact information.

Organizing Contacts into Groups

Creating groups for contacts and merging duplicates.

Messaging Features

Sending Text and Voice Messages

How to compose and send messages, including voice messages.

Viewing, Sorting, and Deleting Messages

How to view, organize, and delete messages.

Customizing Message Settings

Adjusting notification and blocking settings for messages.

Internet Browsing

Using Secret Mode

How to browse the internet privately using Secret Mode.

Multi Window Functionality

Using Split Screen View

How to run two apps simultaneously in split screen mode.

Edge Panel App Launching

Launching apps in split screen from the Edge panel.

App Pairs and Window Size

Creating app pairs and adjusting split screen window sizes.

Pop-Up View and Edge Panel

Using pop-up view and launching apps via Edge panel.

Samsung Kids Mode

Parental Controls and Exiting

Setting up parental controls and closing Samsung Kids.

Samsung Health Features

Using Samsung Health App

How to manage wellness and fitness using the Samsung Health app.

Samsung Notes

Creating and Deleting Notes

How to create, edit, and delete notes using the Samsung Notes app.

Samsung Services

Samsung Members and Global Goals

Information on Samsung Members support and Samsung Global Goals.

Galaxy Shop App

Accessing product information via the Galaxy Shop app.

Galaxy Wearable and Calendar

Managing Wearable Devices

How to connect and manage wearable devices with the Galaxy Wearable app.

Calendar Events and Syncing

Creating and syncing calendar events with accounts.

Reminder App Usage

Creating and Managing Reminders

How to create, complete, restore, and delete reminders.

Utility Apps

Managing Files with My Files

Accessing and managing files stored on the device.

Clock and Calculator Functions

Using the Clock for alarms and Calculator for calculations.

Game Launcher and Booster

Game Launcher Operations

Organizing and accessing games with Game Launcher.

Game Performance Modes

Adjusting performance modes for gaming.

Game Booster Features

Enhancing the gaming experience with Game Booster.

Smart Connectivity

SmartThings Device Management

Controlling smart appliances and IoT products via SmartThings.

Smart View Screen Mirroring

Displaying device content on a large screen using Smart View.

Music Sharing Features

Sharing Bluetooth Speakers

How to share a Bluetooth speaker with another person.

Shared Music with Galaxy Buds

Listening to music together using Galaxy Buds.

Link to Windows Connectivity

Connecting PC to Device

How to connect your device to a Windows PC for data access.

Google Apps Suite

Overview of Google Apps

Information on various Google apps like Chrome, Gmail, Maps, etc.

Camera Operations

Camera Etiquette and Usage

Guidelines for taking pictures and general camera etiquette.

Camera Controls and Modes

Using zoom, focus lock, camera button, and shooting mode options.

Zoom and Focus/Exposure Lock

How to use zoom features and lock focus/exposure.

Camera Button and Shooting Options

Using the camera button and various shooting options.

Photo Mode and Selfies

Using Photo mode, taking selfies, and applying effects.

Video and Portrait Modes

How to record videos and use Portrait mode for blurred backgrounds.

Pro Mode Camera Settings

Manually adjusting settings like ISO, EV, and WB in Pro mode.

Food and Panorama Modes

Using Food mode for vibrant colors and Panorama for wide scenes.

Camera Customization Options

Customizing camera settings like QR scan and watermarks.

Selfie, Video, and General Settings

Settings for selfies, videos, general camera options, and privacy.

Gallery App Usage

Viewing and Grouping Images

How to use the Gallery app and group similar images.

Viewing and Cropping Images

How to view, modify, and crop images in the Gallery.

Viewing Videos and Managing Albums

How to play videos and organize them into albums.

Gallery Stories and Syncing

Creating stories from images/videos and syncing with cloud.

Deleting and Trash Features

How to delete media and use the trash feature.

Voice Recorder

Recording and Playing Voice Notes

How to record, pause, finish, and save voice recordings.

Radio App

Using the Radio and Speaker Output

How to use the FM radio and play audio through the speaker.

Content Sharing

Quick Share Functionality

Sharing content with nearby devices using Quick Share.

Device Visibility Settings

Controlling who can find your device for sharing.

Sharing via Web Link

Sharing content via web links or QR codes.

Data Transfer with Smart Switch

Wireless Data Transfer

Transferring data wirelessly from an old device using Smart Switch.

Backup/Restore via External Storage

Backing up and restoring data using microSD cards.

Transferring Data from Computer

Moving data between device and computer using Smart Switch.

Device Settings Introduction

Navigating Settings Menu

How to access and search for device settings.

Account and Connections Settings

Managing Samsung Account

Signing in and managing your Samsung account.

Connection Options Overview

Settings for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, and Airplane mode.

Wi-Fi Configuration

SIM, Hotspot, and Connection Settings

Managing SIMs, Mobile Hotspot, and other connection options.

Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks

Steps to connect to Wi-Fi and view network quality.

Sharing Wi-Fi Passwords

How to share Wi-Fi passwords with other devices.

Wi-Fi Direct Connection

Connecting devices directly via Wi-Fi Direct.

Bluetooth Operations

Pairing Bluetooth Devices

Steps to pair your device with other Bluetooth devices.

Bluetooth Data Transfer

Sharing data via Bluetooth.

NFC and Contactless Payments

NFC Payments and Tag Reading

Using NFC for payments and reading NFC tags.

NFC Payment Setup

Setting up the default payment app for NFC.

Data Saver Functionality

Reducing data usage by enabling the data saver feature.

Mobile Data Only Apps

Allowing specific apps to use mobile data even on Wi-Fi.

Mobile Hotspot Setup

Using the device as a Wi-Fi hotspot to share data.

Printing Configuration

More Connection Settings

Configuring VPN, DNS, Ethernet, and nearby device scanning.

Adding Printer Plug-ins

Installing plug-ins to print documents wirelessly.

Printing Content

How to print content from the device.

Connected Devices Management

Managing connections to other devices like Buds, tablets, PCs.

Modes and Routines

Adding and Running Modes

Creating and activating custom modes for device behavior.

Adding and Managing Routines

Setting up routines based on conditions or manual start.

Managing Routines

How to run and stop routines manually.

Sound and Vibration Settings

Sound and Vibration Options

Adjusting ringtones, notification sounds, and vibration settings.

Sound Quality Enhancements

Configuring Dolby Atmos, equalizer, and adapt sound.

Separate App Sound Output

Playing media sound from specific apps on different devices.

Notifications and Display Settings

Managing Notifications

Customizing app notifications, lock screen alerts, and Do Not Disturb.

Display Settings Customization

Adjusting brightness, dark mode, eye comfort shield, font, and zoom.

Navigation, Touch, and Screen Saver

Settings for navigation bar, accidental touch, and screen saver.

Wallpaper, Themes, and Home Screen

Customizing wallpaper, themes, and Home screen layout.

Lock Screen Features

Screen Lock Options

Setting screen lock types and using Smart Lock for auto-unlock.

Security and Privacy Options

Account, App Security, and Updates

Managing accounts, app security, and software updates.

Privacy, Biometrics, and Secure Folder

Privacy settings, biometrics, and secure folder setup.

Face Recognition Setup

Face Recognition Precautions

Safety guidelines for using face recognition.

Registering Your Face Data

Steps to register your face for unlocking the device.

Unlocking and Deleting Face Data

How to unlock with face and delete registered face data.

Secure Folder Configuration

Setting Up Secure Folder

Steps to set up and customize Secure Folder.

Auto Lock for Secure Folder

Configuring auto-lock conditions for Secure Folder.

Managing Content in Secure Folder

Moving files into/out of Secure Folder and adding/removing apps.

Secure Folder Accounts and Hiding

Adding accounts to Secure Folder and hiding its shortcut.

Uninstalling Secure Folder

How to uninstall Secure Folder and back up data.

Secure Wi-Fi Protection

App Protection with Secure Wi-Fi

Selecting apps to protect using Secure Wi-Fi.

Purchasing Wi-Fi Protection Plan

How to upgrade to paid protection plans.

Location and Safety Settings

Managing Location Permissions

Settings for app location permissions and services.

Safety and Emergency Features

Configuring medical info, emergency contacts, and SOS.

Accounts and Backup Management

Managing Accounts and Cloud Services

Syncing accounts, backing up data via Samsung Cloud and Google Drive.

Samsung Cloud Data Backup

Steps to back up device data to Samsung Cloud.

Restoring Samsung Cloud Data

How to restore backed-up data from Samsung Cloud.

Google and Advanced Features

Configuring Google services and activating advanced features.

System Management and Updates

One-Handed Mode and Screenshots

Enabling one-handed mode and managing screenshot settings.

Sharing Contacts and Game Launcher

Sharing contacts and activating Game Launcher.

Motions and Gestures Control

Using device motions and gestures for various functions.

Dual Messenger Setup and Uninstall

Installing and uninstalling a second app for messaging.

Digital Wellbeing and Device Care

Digital Wellbeing Features

Managing screen time, app timers, and driving monitor.

Battery and Device Care Optimization

Overview of device care and quick optimization.

Battery Power Management

Power saving modes and battery usage settings.

Storage and Memory Management

Checking storage status and cleaning memory.

Device Security Scan

Checking device security status and scanning for malware.

General Management Options

General Management Options

Settings for language, text-to-speech, date/time, keyboard.

Adding Device Languages

How to add and manage languages for the device.

Accessibility and Software Updates

Accessibility Features Overview

Settings to improve device accessibility.

Software Update Procedures

How to download and install software updates.

About Phone and Security Updates

Security Update Information

Information about security updates and where to find them.

Device Information and IMEI

Accessing device status, legal info, software, battery, and IMEI.

Device Usage Precautions

General Usage Safety Guidelines

Important precautions for safe and proper device usage.

Screen Handling and Magnet Warnings

Advice on touchscreen care and warnings about magnets.

Understanding Instructional Icons

Explains the meaning of Warning, Caution, and Notice icons.

Package Contents and Accessories

Accessory Information and Warnings

Notes on included items, compatible accessories, and warranty.

Water and Dust Resistance Maintenance

Maintaining IP68 Rating Guidelines

Guidelines to maintain the device's water and dust resistance.

Device Overheating Management

Overheating During Charging

Causes and solutions for device overheating while charging.

Overheating During Use

Reasons for device heating during use and how to manage it.

Overheating Scenarios and Solutions

Common situations causing overheating and recommended actions.

Device Overheating Precautions

What to do if the device overheats to prevent damage.

Operating Environment Precautions

Warnings about environmental factors affecting the device.

Troubleshooting Guide

Device Startup Code Prompts

Explains prompts for Password, PIN, PUK, PIN2 codes.

Touchscreen and Freezing Issues

Solutions for slow touchscreen, device freezing, and restart methods.

Resetting Device and Call Issues

How to perform factory reset and troubleshoot call connection problems.

Call Audio and Network Quality Issues

Troubleshooting for microphone issues and poor network quality.

Battery Charging and Depletion Problems

Solutions for battery not charging or depleting fast.

Camera and Multimedia File Errors

Resolving camera launch errors and multimedia playback issues.

Bluetooth and Screen Brightness Troubleshooting

Fixing Bluetooth issues and screen brightness bar problems.

Computer Connection and Location Issues

Troubleshooting connection to PC and GPS location problems.

Data Loss and Storage Issues

Advice on data backup and managing storage space.

Device Case Gaps and Home Button Issues

Explains device gaps and fixes for missing Home button.

Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)

HAC for New Wireless Technologies

Information on hearing aid compatibility for newer technologies.

FCC HAC Regulations Overview

Explains FCC requirements for hearing aid compatibility.

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