www.samsung.comUser ManualEnglish. 04/2017. Rev.1.0SM-T817
Basics10Device layoutDeviceTouchscreenLight sensorRecents keyHome key (Fingerprint recognition sensor)Back keyLoud speakerHeadset jackVolume keyPower
Settings100Adding printer plug-insAdd printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → More
Settings101Download boosterSet the device to download files larger than 30 MB, faster via Wi-Fi and mobile networks simultaneously. A stronger Wi-Fi s
Settings102•Touch sounds: Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the touchscreen.•Screen lock sounds: Set the device to sound w
Settings103•Screen mode: Change the screen mode to adjust the display’s colour and contrast.•Screen zoom and font: Change the screen zoom setting or
Settings104•Palm swipe to capture: Set the device to capture a screenshot when you swipe your hand to the left or right across the screen. You can vi
Settings105BatteryCheck the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery levels, conserve battery power by activat
Settings106MemoryOn the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → Memory.To speed up your device by reducing the amount of memory you are using, tick
Settings107•Fingerprints: Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign in to your Samsung account. Refer to Fingerprint recog
Settings108•This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.•Fingerprint recognition uses the unique characteristics o
Settings109Registering fingerprints1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Fingerprints.2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen l
Basics11•Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:–If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the d
Settings110Using fingerprints to sign in to accountsYou can use your fingerprints to sign in to webpages that support password saving.This feature is
Settings111Private modeHide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it.Activating private mode1 On the Settings screen, tap L
Settings112Unhiding content1 In the private folder, tap and hold an item, and then tick items to unhide.2 Tap → Remove from Private.3 Select a folde
Settings113Samsung CloudYou can manage the content that you want to store securely in Samsung Cloud. Check the usage status of your Samsung Cloud stor
Settings114Removing accountsOn the Settings screen, tap Cloud and accounts → Accounts, select an account name, select the account to remove, and then
Settings115Switching usersTap the user account icon at the top of the locked screen or the notification panel, and then select an account to switch to
Settings116GOOGLE ACCOUNT•Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and app data to the Google server.•Backup account: Set up or edit your
Settings117General managementCustomise your device’s system settings or reset the device.On the Settings screen, tap General management.•Language and
Settings118User manualView help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings.On the Settings screen, tap User m
119AppendixTroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your de
Basics12BatteryCharging the batteryCharge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods.Use only Sams
Appendix120The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a screen protector or optional accessories to the touchscreen, the touchscreen
Appendix121The Internet is often disconnected•Ensure that you are not blocking the device’s internal antenna.•When you are in areas with weak signal
Appendix122Your device is hot to the touchWhen you use apps that require more power or use apps on your device for an extended period of time, your de
Appendix123Error messages appear when opening multimedia filesIf you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your
Appendix124Your device cannot find your current locationGPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors. Set the device to use Wi-Fi
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Basics13Viewing the remaining charging timeWhile charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance → Battery.The actual char
Basics14Battery charging tips and precautions•When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.•If the battery is completely discharged
Basics15Power saving modeActivate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.1 On the Home screen, tap Apps → Settings → Device maintenance
Basics16SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)Installing the SIM or USIM cardInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.U
Basics173 Place the SIM or USIM card on the SIM card tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.4 Insert the SIM card tray back into the SI
Basics18Memory card (microSD card)Installing a memory cardYour device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards may not
Basics191 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the memory card tray to loosen the tray.Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole.
2Table of ContentsBasics4 Read me first5 Device overheating situations and solutions9 Package contents10 Device layout12 Battery16 SIM or USIM ca
Basics20Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the memory card on the device.On
Basics21Controlling the touchscreen•Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cau
Basics22DraggingTo move an item, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap on a webpage or image to zoom in. Double-
Basics23Spreading and pinchingSpread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.Home screenHome screenThe Home
Basics24Home screen optionsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access the available options. Customise t
Basics25Removing itemsTap and hold an item, and then drag it to Remove shortcut, Delete, or Remove at the top of the screen.Creating foldersCreate fol
Basics26Managing panelsOn the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area to add, move, or remove a panel.To add a panel, swipe to the left, and then tap
Basics273 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.A new folder containing the selected apps will be created.4 Tap Enter folder name a
Basics28Indicator iconsIndicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table below are most common.The stat
Basics29Lock screenPressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and automatically locks if the device is not u
Table of Contents3Settings92 Introduction92 Connections101 Sounds and vibration102 Notifications102 Display103 Wallpaper103 Advanced features104 De
Basics30•None: Do not set a screen lock method.•Fingerprints: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for
Basics31You can use the following functions on the notification panel.Launch Settings.Switch between user accounts or add new user accounts.Tap a noti
Basics32FinderSearch for a variety of content with a keyword or search for nearby devices.Searching for content or nearby devicesOpen the notification
Basics33Changing the input languageTap → Languages and types → MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES, and then select the languages to use. When you select two or
Basics34Copying and pasting1 Tap and hold over text.2 Drag or to select the desired text, or tap Select all to select all text.3 Tap Copy or Cut.T
Basics35Screen captureCapture a screenshot while using the device.Capturing screenshotsPress and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. Y
Basics36Opening appsOn the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap and
Basics37Split screen view1 Tap to open the list of recently used apps.2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.The selected app
Basics38Adjusting the window sizeDrag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.Sharing text or images between wind
Basics39Minimising the split screen viewPress the Home key to minimise the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status bar. The app in the
4BasicsRead me firstPlease read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.•Descriptions are based on the device’s default set
Basics40Samsung accountIntroductionYour Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of Samsung services provided
Basics41Removing your Samsung accountWhen you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as contacts or events, will also
Basics42Transferring data from a mobile deviceTransfer data from your previous device to your device.1 On both devices, download and install Smart Swi
Basics432 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a program provided by
Basics44Device and data managementConnecting the device to a computer for data transferMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the devi
Basics45Updating with Smart SwitchConnect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.c
Basics46Using a Google accountOn the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup and restore and tap the Back up my data switch for the Go
Basics47Connecting to other devices1 Open the notification panel, swipe downwards on the notification panel, and then tap Search tablet and scan for n
Basics483 Tap QUICK CONNECT.4 Select the TV.The list of features you can use with the TV appears.5 Select a feature and follow the on-screen instructi
Basics49Sharing featuresShare content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of sharing images.You may incur additiona
Basics5•Be careful not to forget your unlock codes for the screen lock, accounts, and other security features. If you forget an unlock code, you will
50ApplicationsInstalling or uninstalling appsGalaxy AppsPurchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung Galaxy devi
Applications51Managing appsUninstalling or disabling appsOn the Apps screen, tap → Edit. The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or unin
Applications52ContactsIntroductionCreate new contacts or manage contacts on the device.Adding contactsCreating a new contact1 Tap Contacts on the Apps
Applications53Importing contactsAdd contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen.2 Tap → Settings
Applications54Sharing contactsYou can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen.2 Tap → Share.3
Applications55MessagesIntroductionSend and view messages by conversation.Sending messagesYou may incur additional charges for sending messages when yo
Applications56Viewing messagesMessages are grouped into message threads by contact.You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you ar
Applications573 Change the notification settings.•Notification sound: Change the notification sound.•Vibrate when sound plays: Set the device to vib
Applications58To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.Move between pages.Close the tab.Open a new tab.Bookmark the cur
Applications59Sending emails1 Tap to compose an email.2 Add recipients and enter an email text.3 Tap SEND to send the mail.Reading emailsWhen Email
Basics6Do the following when the device heats up:•Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the device to cool down
Applications60Using swipe gesturesQuickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the shooting mode, switch betw
Applications61Viewing filter effectsOn the preview screen, swipe from the right to the left to open the filter effects list. You can apply a unique fe
Applications62•The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used.•The camera automatically shuts off when un
Applications63Auto modeAuto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo.On the shooting modes list,
Applications64HDR (Rich tone)Take photos with rich colours and reproduce details even in bright and dark areas.On the shooting modes list, tap HDR (Ri
Applications65Applying beauty effectsYou can modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face shape, before taking self-portraits.This feature i
Applications663 Move the device around the subject slowly in one direction to take more photos.When the arrow becomes completely yellow or when you st
Applications673 Select a shooting mode and apply an effect to the photos.•Best photo: Save the best photo in the series. To view other photos in the
Applications68Downloading modesDownload more shooting modes from Galaxy Apps.On the shooting modes list, tap DOWNLOAD.Some downloaded shooting modes d
Applications69FRONT CAMERA•Picture size: Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality photos, but they wil
Basics7•While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)–When using Multi window–When updating or installing apps while recording
Applications70GalleryIntroductionView images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by album or create stories to sha
Applications71Viewing albumsYou can sort the images and videos saved in your device by folder or album. The animations or collages you have created wi
Applications72Syncing images and videos with Samsung CloudYou can sync images and videos saved in Gallery with Samsung Cloud and access them from othe
Applications73Game LauncherIntroductionGame Launcher gathers your games downloaded from Play Store and Galaxy Apps into one place for easy access. You
Applications74Removing a game from Game LauncherTap and hold a game and tap Remove.Activating game power saving modeWhen you activate game power savin
Applications75To show the icon on the game screen again, open the notification panel and tap the Game Tools notification.Capture screenshots.Record yo
Applications763 Enter event details.Select a calendar to use or sync with.Set a start and end date for the event.Attach a map showing the location of
Applications77SideSyncIntroductionSideSync allows you to easily share your screen and data between Samsung Android smartphones, tablets, and any compu
Applications78Connecting to computers or smartphonesConnecting to a computer1 Connect your tablet to your computer using a USB cable.Alternatively, co
Applications794 On the smartphone, accept the connection request.The dashboard will appear on your tablet.Connecting devices automaticallyIf two devic
Basics8Device limitations when the device overheatsWhen the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may turn off to
Applications80Continuing media playbackYou can pause music or videos on your tablet and continue playback on another device.On the dashboard, select t
Applications81Using the virtual screenSideSync mirrors a device’s screen on another device. You can use a device’s functions via the virtual screen. T
Applications82To move the virtual screen, click and drag the top of the virtual screen to a new location.To adjust the size of the virtual screen, pla
Applications83For example, when you move an image from your tablet to an open Word document on your computer, the image will be inserted into the Word
Applications84Sharing the computer’s keyboard and mouseUse your tablet’s screen as a dual monitor and control it with the computer’s keyboard and mous
Applications85MusicListen to music sorted by category and customise playback settings.Tap Music on the Apps screen.Select a category, and then select
Applications86VideoWatch videos stored in the device and customise playback settings.Tap Video on the Apps screen.Select a video to play.Lock the play
Applications87MemoCreate memos and organise them by category.On the Apps screen, tap Memo.Composing memosTap on the memos list and enter a memo. Whi
Applications88ALARMOn the Apps screen, tap Clock → ALARM.Setting alarmsTap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm
Applications89STOPWATCH1 On the Apps screen, tap Clock → STOPWATCH.2 Tap START to time an event.To record lap times while timing an event, tap LAP.3 T
Basics9Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:•Device•Quick start guide•The items supplied with the device and any available
Applications90Google appsGoogle provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google account to access some apps. Refer
Applications91PhotosSearch for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.HangoutsSend messages, images, and emoti
92SettingsIntroductionCustomise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by configuring various setting options.On
Settings933 Tap CONNECT.•Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without req
Settings943 Tap Share → Wi-Fi Direct and select a device to transfer the image to.4 Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.If
Settings95Pairing with other Bluetooth devices1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth, and then tap the switch to activate it.The detect
Settings96Unpairing Bluetooth devices1 On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Bluetooth.The device displays the paired devices in the list.2 Tap
Settings97Limiting data usageSet the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of mobile data you have used reaches y
Settings98Using the mobile hotspotUse your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other devices.1 On the Settin
Settings99LocationChange settings for location information permissions.On the Settings screen, tap Connections → Location.•Locating method: Select a
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