Acer Liquid E2 User Manual

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Using the touchscreen
Your smartphone uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering information. 
Use your finger to tap the screen.
Ta p: 
Touch the screen once to open items and select options.
Drag : Ho
ld your finger on the screen and dr ag across the screen to select text and 
images.
Tap and hold : T
 ap and hold an item to see a list of  actions available for that item. On 
the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
Scroll : T
o scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the 
screen in the direction that you want to scroll.
Android keyboard
This is a standard onscreen QWERTY keyboard that 
allows you to enter text. Tap and hold a key with 
numbers at the top to select alternative characters, 
such as letters with accents. 
Tap the ?123  button to see numbers and special 
characters, and then tap the  ALT key to see even 
more.
You can choose another input language by tapping and holding the comma key. 
Al
 ternatively, you can open the Application  menu and then tap Settings > 
Language & input . Then tap the Settings  button next to Android keyboard > 
Input languages . The keyboard layout changes according to the selected 
language.
After setting up more than one language, the world button appears next to 
the
  space bar. Tap this button to qui ckly toggle between multiple input 
languages.
Text assistance
The Android keyboard has various features th at assist you to enter correct text. In 
the  Application  menu, tap Settings > Language & input  and then tap the Settings 
button to the right of  Android keyboard. From here you can enable or disable 
several keyboard-related settings.
Changing the text input method
To change the input method, in the  Application menu tap Settings > Language & 
input  > Default  and then select your preferred input method.
Predictive text
Both Swype and Android keyboard provide pr edictive text input for the browser. As 
you tap the letters of a word, a selection of words are displayed above the keyboard 
that continue the sequence of letters t apped, or are a close match allowing for 
errors. The word list changes after every key press. If the word you need is 
displayed, you can tap on it to insert it into your text. 
						

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Swype
Swype is a fast way to enter text. It allows you to type 
with one continuous motion across the screen 
ke
yboard; you create a word by drawing through 
letters.  
 
 
Put your finger on the first letter of the word and draw 
a p
 ath from letter to letter, lifting up only after the last 
letter. Swype will insert spaces where necessary.
Swype will usually add a double letter in a word when 
needed, but you can help Swype recognize you want 
a double letter by scribbling slightly or making a loop 
on the letter. For example, to get the ll in hello, 
scribble (or make a loop) on the l key.
When there are multiple suggestions for the word 
yo
 u want to enter, Swype displays a Word Choice 
List. To accept the default word in the Word Choice 
List, just keep Swyping.  Otherwise, scroll through the 
list by dragging your finger, and tap the word you 
want.
 
 
Press and hold the Swype key to a ccess settings, features, updates, 
preferences, and help.
Tap the +!=  bu
 tton to see numbers and special characters; tap the page 
(shift) key to see even more.
Additional keys vary depending on the type of text you enter, e.g. a key to add a 
smil
 ey is available when typing a text message. Like other keys, tap and hold for 
additional options.
To change the input method, open the  Notification area (see Status and 
notification area on page  16 ) and tap  Ch
 oose input method .
Text assistance
The Swype keyboard has various features that  assist you to enter correct text. In the 
Application  menu, tap Settings > Language & input  and then tap the Settings 
button to the right of  Swype. You can also tap and hold the Swype key 
. From 
here you can enable or disable the following:
FunctionDescription
How to Swype Learn how to use the Swype keyboard.
Preferences Change your text input preferences. 
						

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The Home screen
After rebooting, your smartphone will display the home screen. This screen gives 
you quick access to information and simple  controls with widgets or shortcuts. These 
display information such as the time and w eather, or provide additional controls and 
direct access to applications and other fre quently used features of your smartphone.
Search
Time and Status
Navigation
Application menu
At the bottom of the screen is the  application dock which displays default 
applications. Tap an icon to open the application. Tap the  Application icon in the 
middle of the application dock to view your applications. To change applications, see 
Changing application dock icons on page 15 . 
Search
To search for applications, files or for information on the Internet, tap the 
Google  wi
dget in the middle of the screen.
Simply enter the text you want to find and tap 
 or tap one of the suggestions, 
applications or files shown in the list.
Voice search
If voice search is available, tap  the microphone and speak your search 
request. See  Voice search on page  29 .
Language 
Options Set the language used by the keyboard.
Swype Connect • Add contact names and words used in posts to your 
personal dictionary.
• Change data settings.
Personal 
dictionary Check words added you your personal dictionary.
Updates Check for application and dictionary updates.
FunctionDescription 
						

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The extended Home screen
The Home screen extends to either side of the screen, giving you more room to add 
icons, widgets or features. To view the ext ended screen, slide your finger to the left 
or right.
Personalizing the Home screen
You may personalize your Home screen by  adding or removing application shortcuts 
or widgets, and by changing the wallpaper.
Adding and removing shortcuts and widgets
To add shortcuts or widgets, tap the  Application menu icon in 
the bottom-center of the Home screen.
Ta p   APPS 
to see a list of shortcuts to applications you can drag 
to a Home screen.
Ta p  WI
DGETS  to see small applications and links (such as 
custom shortcuts, contacts or bookmarks) that you can add to a 
Home screen. Widgets are small applications that display 
constantly-updated information or  quick shortcuts to applications 
or special functions.
To move an App or Widget to the Home screen, tap and hold an 
ite

m until it is selected. The Home screen will open. Drag the 
item to any free area on the screen. To view information about 
the App or Widget, drag it to th e icon at the top of the screen.
To move the item to a different  H
 ome screen, drag it to the side 
of the screen, the Home screen will  switch to the screen in that 
direction. Release the item w hen it is positioned correctly.
To remove a shortcut or widget from the Home screen, tap and 
drag it 
 to Remove  at the top of the screen.  
 
 
Resizing widgets
Some widgets can be resized. As soon as  you place a widget on the Home screen, 
you can resize it by dragging the corners. 
						

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To resize a widget that is already on the Home screen, tap and hold the widget. 
Once the Remove icon appears, release the widget. If the widget is resizable, you 
will be able to drag the sides of the widget to resize it.
Adding or removing folders
You can also add folders to your Home screen. To create a new folder drag and drop 
an application icon onto another application icon in the Home screen. This will 
create an Unnamed Folder. Tap the folder icon and then tap the name of the folder 
to rename it.
To delete an application shortcut from a fo lder, tap on the folder icon to display the 
applications inside and then tap and hold the application icon that you want to 
remove. Drag and drop the icon on  Remove that will appear at the top of the screen. 
To delete a folder, tap and hold on the folder and then drag and drop the folder on 
Remove  that 

will appear at the top of the screen.
Changing application dock icons
You can set icons for installed applicat ions in the application dock. Open the 
Application  menu and find the application you want to add. Tap and hold the icon, 
then drag it to any open position in the  dock. Dragging the new application to an 
existing dock icon will create a folder for both icons.
To remove an icon from the dock, tap and ho ld th
 e icon to select it. Either drag the 
icon to a different location outside the dock or to  Remove at the top of the screen.
Changing the wallpaper
Tap and hold any open area on the Home screen. Tap the  Wallpaper tab to change 
the lock screen and home wallpaper. You c an choose from images stored in the 
Gallery, standard wallpapers, Live Wallpapers featuring animated or interactive 
backgrounds, or Video Wallpapers enabling you to use videos as your background.
 Managing the lock screen 
Tap and hold any open area on the Home screen. Tap the  Lock screen manager 
tab to turn on and off lock screen icons or change which lock screen icons appear.  
						

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Changing home screen settings
Tap and hold any open area on the Home screen. Tap the Home screen settings 
tab to modify sliding effects. You can change the transition effect when scrolling to 
different screens. In addition, you can turn on and off automatic scrolling and cycle 
scrolling.
The Application menu
To access the Application menu, on the Home screen tap  in the center of the 
dock.
Applications are displayed in alphabetical order. Swipe the 
page to the left or right to see more applications.When you 
are on the last 
 page of applicatio ns, swipe to the left to see 
widgets available on your tablet, or tap  WIDGETS at the top 
of the page.
Tap the Pl
ay Store  icon to open Google Play to view and 
purchase apps and/or digital media.
To quickly jump to applications or widgets, tap  APPS or
  
WIDGETS  at the top of the Application menu.  
 
 
 
Note: All images are for reference only. The applications installed on your device 
can be different from the applications shown in illustrations.
Status and notification area
The Notification area is at the top of the screen. 
This area contains a variety of icons to inform you of your 
phone’s status. The left side of the Notification area displays 
event icons that indicate  a new event (such as a new 
message). The icons on the right side indicate signal 
strength, connection, battery status and the time.
Drag the  Notification  area down the screen to view more 
information about new events adjust commonly used 
settings. 
 
 
  
						

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Connection icons
Note: Connection icons appear in different colors if you have two SIMs inserted. 
Battery icons
Notification icons
Note: Notification icons appear in different colors if you have two SIMs inserted.
IconDescriptionIconDescription
Connected to GPRS mobile 
networkRoaming
Connected to EDGE mobile 
networkCellular signal strength
Connected to 3G mobile network Mobile data transferring
Connected to HSDPA network Connected to a wireless 
network
Bluetooth is on No signal
Bluetooth connected Airplane mode (Wireless 
connectivity disconnected. 
Please disable airplane mode 
before trying to make a call.)
USB and wireless tethering are 
activatedUSB tethering is activated
Wireless tethering is activated
IconDescriptionIconDescription
Battery is very low Battery is partially drained
Battery is low Battery is full
Battery is charging
IconDescriptionIconDescription
Alarm is set SIM card is invalid or not 
installed
Speakerphone is on Vibrate mode
New Gmail message Ringer is silenced 
						

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Multitasking
You can have multiple applications open at the same time. To 
open a new application, tap the home button to return to the 
Home screen, then start the new application.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tip: To prolong battery life, it is better  to close an application when you’ve 
finished using it. Do this by either pressing the  Back key or the Menu button and 
selecting  Exit (if available).
New/unread SMS/MMS Phone microphone is off
Problem with sending SMS/MMS A
pplication update available
New Google Talk message System update available
New voicemail Missed call
Upcoming event Song is playing
Syncing data More notifications
Warning, open the notification 
area for more information GPS is on
SD card or USB storage is full Receiving location data from  GPS
An open wireless network is 
available Uploading data
Phone is connected to PC via 
USB Downloading data
Carrier data use threshold 
exceeded Download finished
Connected to or disconnected 
from virtual private network 
(VPN)
IconDescriptionIconDescription 
						

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Managing contacts
Managing your contacts
Your smartphone features an address book that allows you 
to save contacts to either the internal memory or 
 onto your 
SIM card.
Open the People  a
 pplication from the Application menu or 
tap 
 from the Dialer to view your contacts.
If you don’t have any contacts stored on your phone, you 
ca
 n import your Google account contacts, add a new 
contact or import contacts from your SIM or SD card. Open 
the  People  application from the Application menu and then 
tap 
 to add a contact,  to search for a contact, or tap 
the  Menu bu
 tton to open the menu.
Adding a contact
Ta p   to add a new contact. You may also scan a person’s 
profile barcode to add the person to your contact list or 
group
 .
To create a contact, first choose where you want to store the 
co
 ntact’s information. You will then be asked to enter the 
contact’s information, such as name, address, and phone 
number.
You may scroll down the page and tap  Ad
 d another field to 
add things such as:
• IM addresses.
• Add any personal notes about the contact. 
• Phonetic name
• Link a website
To assign an image to your contact, tap the silhouette and 
se
 lect whether to take a photo  or select an image from your 
smartphone’s picture gallery.
When done, click  Done 
 at the top of the screen. 
Tapping on the contacts name w ill brin
 g up their profile. Tap 
 while viewing a contact’s profile to edit, share, delete, or print the contact. You 
may also set a ringtone for the contact, or associate the contact with a SIM card.
Tip:  You may also create a contact from an already dialed or received number, 
see  Saving a dialed number to contacts on page 23 . 
						

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Making calls 
This chapter shows you how to make phone calls, and the various options available 
to you during your call.
Before making a call
Check that the phone function is on before you make a call. You can confirm the 
phone status from the Notification area.
Note : Status and notification icon colors may vary.
Making a call
Note: The phone function needs to be enabled before the call can be connected.
1. From the Home screen tap  Phone to open the onscreen 
number pad.
2. Enter the number you wish to dial.
3. Tap 
 to make the call.
4. To end the call, tap 
.
If the contact you need is displayed, simply tap the contact 
name 
 to make a call.
Dialing a number from Call Log
Your call history can be viewed by tapping the  Call Log tab 
at the top of the screen. It di splays recent received, dialed, 
and missed calls.
Tap the phone icon to redial. To view details of the call, tap 
the

 number or contact’s name. While vi ewing the details of a call, tap the Menu 
button for other options:  Remove from call log; Edit number before call .
Viewing missed calls
Missed call notifications are displayed in the following three areas:
IconDescription
Not connected to the network: You are unable to make a call.
Connected to the network: You may make a call.
Airplane mode: Wireless connectivity disconnected (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 2G 
and 3G). Please disable airplane mode before trying to make a call.