Nvidia Shield 8 Manual

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How to Turn On Your Tablet 
Press and hold the Power button until the screen turns on, and then release the button. It may take three or four seconds for the screen to turn on. 
How to Use the Touchscreen 
Use your fingertip or the stylus to perform these touchscreen gestures. 
Tap Tap an icon to perform an action. For example, tap the Maps icon to open Google Maps. 
Double-
tap 
Tap twice quickly. Use double-tap to zoom a photo, webpage, map, or other content. Double-tap again to 
return to the original size. Not all apps support double-tap. 
Tap and 
hold 
Touch an icon and hold until the action occurs. For example, on the Home screen, touch an app icon until all of 
the icons begin to wiggle. 
Drag Touch and hold, and then move your finger to drag. For example, on the Home screen, touch an app icon until 
all of the icons begin to wiggle. Drag your finger to move the app icon to another area of the screen. When you 
lift your finger off the screen, the icon stays in its new position. 
Swipe Swipe your finger up, down, or across to move through lists, screens, photos, and other content. Do not pause 
while swiping. A pause may change the action from a swipe to a drag. 
Pinch Place two fingers on the screen, a few inches apart. Move the fingers together to zoom out. Not all apps 
support pinch. 
Spread Place two fingers on the screen, close together. Move the fingers apart to zoom in. Not all apps support 
spread. 
  
How to Complete NVIDIA Setup 
Follow the prompt and select a language.  Accept the NVIDIA Software License Agreement, Privacy Policy, and Tegra Experience Terms of Service. For more information about these agreements and policies, see SHIELD Legal. 
How to Complete Android Setup 
Android prompts you to connect to Wi-Fi, enter your Google account and set your initial preferences for location services and other features. You may change these preferences later in Settings. You must accept the Google terms of service. 
 NOTE  If you do not already have a Google account, you can create one during the setup process. If you have 
multiple Google accounts, you can add other accounts later in Settings . 
You can use your SHIELD tablet K1 without signing in to a Google account. However, you must have a Google account to use Google mobile services. 
Your Google account is the e-mail address and password that you use to log into Gmail, YouTube, Google Drive, and other Google services. 
Your Google account enables the following features: 
 Synchronize and back up your e-mail, calendar events, contacts, messages, and other data across devices. 
 Use Google Play to purchase and access movies, TV shows, books, music, magazines, and apps. 
 Connect to Google Wallet. 
 Secure your personal data.  
						

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How to Turn Off Your Tablet 
1. Press and hold the Power button for three seconds. The device control panel 
opens. 
2. Tap the Power Off icon . 
   NOTE  You can also hold the power button for four seconds to turn off the device. 
How to Restart Your Tablet 
1. Press and hold the Power button for three seconds. The device control panel 
opens. 
2. Tap the Restart icon . 
3. At the prompt, tap Restart. 
   NOTE  You can also press and hold the power button for 12 seconds to shut down the device. 
   
						

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Manage Your Tablet 
  
How to Navigate Your Tablet 
Your NVIDIA SHIELD tablet K1 supports standard Android navigation, such as the Notification shade and the Favorites bar. 
This guide includes instructions for the most common navigation elements. Most of the elements are standard with the Android operating system. 
For help with the Android OS, visit Google’s support website at http://support.google.com/android/. 
Navigation Overview 
 
 
Notification bar. Notification icons show that you have new e-mail, calendar events, alarms, and other 
notifications. Swipe down to view details in the Notification shade. 
 
System bar. System icons show the Wi-Fi signal strength, battery level, Bluetooth connectivity, and other statuses. 
For more information, see How to View Device Status. 
Swipe down from the System bar to view the Quick Settings shade. For more information, see How to Use Quick 
Settings. 
 
Favorites. The Favorites tray provides quick access to up to six apps. The Favorites tray is visible on all Home 
pages. For more information, see Organizing Your Apps. 
 
Navigation bar. These icons provide common navigation functions, such as return to the previous screen, open the 
main Home screen, and view recently opened apps. 
    Back. Tap to return to the previous screen. 
    Home. Tap to return to the main Home screen. 
   Recently Used Apps. Tap to view apps that are currently open, in order of recent use.  
						

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   NOTE  If the Navigation bar is hidden, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open it. Some apps hide the Navigation bar to provide you with a  full-screen experience. The Navigation bar also hides after a period of disuse. 
  
  
How to Navigate Your Tablet 
Your NVIDIA SHIELD tablet K1 supports standard Android navigation, such as the Notification shade and the Favorites bar. 
This guide includes instructions for the most common navigation elements. Most of the elements are standard with the Android operating system. 
For help with the Android OS, visit Google’s support website at http://support.google.com/android/. 
Navigation Overview 
 
 
Notification bar. Notification icons show that you have new e-mail, calendar events, alarms, and other 
notifications. Swipe down to view details in the Notification shade. 
 
System bar. System icons show the Wi-Fi signal strength, battery level, Bluetooth connectivity, and other statuses. 
For more information, see How to View Device Status. 
Swipe down from the System bar to view the Quick Settings shade. For more information, see How to Use Quick 
Settings. 
 
Favorites. The Favorites tray provides quick access to up to six apps. The Favorites tray is visible on all Home 
pages. For more information, see Organizing Your Apps. 
 
Navigation bar. These icons provide common navigation functions, such as return to the previous screen, open the 
main Home screen, and view recently opened apps. 
    Back. Tap to return to the previous screen.  
						

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    Home. Tap to return to the main Home screen. 
   Recently Used Apps. Tap to view apps that are currently open, in order of recent use. 
   NOTE  If the Navigation bar is hidden, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open it. Some apps hide the Navigation bar to provide you with a  full-screen experience. The Navigation bar also hides after a period of disuse. 
  
  
How to Connect to Wi-Fi 
Your device scans automatically for available Wi-Fi networks and connects to known networks when you are within range. 
The Android operating system provides several options for connecting to Wi-Fi. This section describes the most common options. 
For help with the Android OS, please visit Google’s support website at http://support.google.com/android/. 
How to Connect to Wi-Fi 
1. Go to Settings > Wireless & Networks > Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi settings are also 
available on the Quick Settings shade. For more information, see How to Use 
Quick Settings. 
2. If Wi-Fi is set to OFF, tap the ON/OFF  switch to turn it on.  
When Wi-Fi is on, the ON/OFF   switch shows ON . 
3. Tap Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi control panel shows the wireless networks that are in range 
and indicates their signal strength. The control panel also shows any wireless 
networks that your device has connected to in the past. If you are already 
connected to Wi-Fi, the name and signal strength of the current Wi-Fi network are 
shown. 
4. In the Wi-Fi control panel, select the network that you want to connect to. 
5. If prompted, enter the password and tap Connect. 
  
How to Scan for Available Wi-Fi Networks 
1. Go to Settings > Wireless & Networks > Wi-Fi. 
2. If Wi-Fi is set to OFF, tap the ON/OFF   switch to turn it on.  
When Wi-Fi is on, the ON/OFF switch shows ON . 
3. Tap Wi-Fi. 
4. In the Wi-Fi control panel, tap the menu icon . The menu opens. 
5. Tap Scan. A list of available networks appears.  
						

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How to Remove a Wi-Fi Network Connection 
When you remove a Wi-Fi network connection, the network may still appear in the list if you are within signal range. To connect to the network again, tap the network. 
1. Go to Settings > Wireless & Networks > Wi-Fi. 
2. If Wi-Fi is set to OFF, tap the ON/OFF   switch to turn it on. 
When Wi-Fi is on, the ON/OFF   switch shows ON . 
3. Tap Wi-Fi. 
4. In the Wi-Fi control panel, tap the network that you want to remove. The network 
window opens. 
5. Tap Forget. 
  
 
  
How to Customize Your Device 
You can customize what you see, what you hear, and how you interact with your SHIELD tablet K1 . Set your personal preferences for notification sounds, screen brightness, wallpaper images, font size, power saving mode, and other settings. Settings can be changed at any time. 
The Android operating system provides several options for customizing your device. This section describes the most common options. 
  
For help with the Android OS, visit Google’s support website at http://support.google.com/android/. 
 TIP: After you view or change any settings, tap Back  to return to the previous screen or tap Home  to return to the Home screen. 
How to Open Settings 
1. Tap All Apps . 
Settings . 2. Tap 
 You can also use the Quick Settings. Swipe down from the System bar and then tap Settings. For more information, see Use Quick Settings. 
Sounds 
How to Turn Touch Sounds On and Off 
Touch sounds provide audio feedback when you use the touchscreen.  
						

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1. Go to Settings > Device > Sound & notification > Other sounds. 
2. Use the Touch sounds switch to turn touch sounds on/off. 
  
Display 
How to Adjust Display Brightness 
1. Go to Settings > Device > Display. 
2. Tap Brightness level. The Brightness control panel opens. 
3. Swipe the slider to dim or brighten the display. 
 NOTE  To adjust brightness automatically, turn on Adaptive brightness. Your device senses the amount of light in the immediate environment and adjusts the display brightness in response. 
How to Change the Wallpaper 
The wallpaper is an image or pattern that shows in the background of the Home screen pages. 
1. Go to Settings > Device > Display. 
2. Tap Wallpaper. The Wallpaper control panel opens. 
3. Select the type of wallpaper that you want. 
 ES File Explorer. Select from drawings, photos, or other 
images on the device. 
 Live Wallpapers. Select from animated images. 
 Photos. Select from your photos. 
 Wallpapers. Select from still images. 
4. Tap the image you want. 
5. Tap Set Wallpaper. 
  
How to Change the System Font Size 
The font-size setting changes your device’s system font size. However, apps may define their own font sizes. Fonts displayed in apps may not conform to the font-size setting. 
1. Go to Settings > Device > Display. 
2. Tap Font Size. The Font Size control panel opens. 
3. Tap a font size. The control panel closes and the device applies the new font size 
immediately. 
   
						

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Power Saving 
How to Change the Sleep-Mode Interval 
Sleep mode conserves power by turning off the display after a period of inactivity. Sleep mode also activates the screen lock security, if any. For more information, see Secure Your Device. 
1. Go to Settings > Device > Display. 
2. Tap Sleep. The Sleep control panel opens. 
3. Tap the interval of time that you want the display to remain on when there is no 
activity. At the end of this interval, your device automatically enters sleep mode. 
How to Manage Processor Performance 
1. Go to Settings > SHIELD Power Control. 
2. Tap Processor. The Processor status screen opens. This screen shows the selected 
power saving mode, the cores allowed by the mode, and whether a frequency 
limit is enabled. 
3. In the System section, tap Processor Mode. The Processor Mode control panel 
opens. 
4. Tap a processor mode. 
 Max Performance. This mode provides maximum processor 
performance. This option drains the battery faster than the other 
options. 
 Optimized. This mode provides a balance between performance 
and saving power. 
 Battery Saving. This mode conserves power by limiting the 
number of processor cores and setting a frequency limit. 
 My Power Mode. This mode provides the option to create your 
own power mode. Select the number of cores, core frequency, 
and frame-rate limit. 
How to Reduce Background App Power Usage 
Some apps use power even when your device is not in use. For example, a weather app might download information every 30 minutes even when the app is closed. You can conserve battery power by reducing app activity for apps you do not use often. 
1. Go to Settings > SHIELD Power Control. 
2. Tap the Apps tab. 
3. In the list of apps, tap Change to enable or disable the parameters that affect 
performance and power consumption.  
						

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How to Organize Your Apps 
The Android operating system provides several options for organizing your apps and widgets. This section describes the most common options. 
For help with the Android OS, visit Google’s support website at http://support.google.com/android/. 
Home Screen 
The Home screen is a place to organize apps and to display widgets. To return to the main Home screen at any time, tap the Home icon  in the Navigation bar. 
 If the Navigation Menu is not visible, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open it. 
Your NVIDIA device supports multiple Home screen pages. When you add more apps and widgets than can fit on the default Home screen page, additional pages are created automatically. 
How to Create Home Screen Pages 
Touch and hold an app icon and Drag it to the left or the right edge of the screen. A new Home screen is added with that app icon displayed when you lift your finger . 
How to View Home Screen Pages 
From any Home screen, swipe left or right. 
Apps and Widgets 
How to Add Apps to the Home Screen 
1. Tap All Apps . 
2. Tap and hold the app icon that you want to move. The Home screen appears 
behind the app icon. 
3. Drag the icon to the page and location where you want to place the app. 
4. Release the app icon and the icon is added to the Home page. 
How to Move Apps Around the Home Screen 
1. Tap and hold the app icon that you want to move. The icon glows briefly and 
appears larger. 
2. Drag the icon to the location where you want to place it. To move the app to 
another Home screen page, drag the icon to the right or left edge of the screen. 
3. Release. 
How to Add Apps to the Favorites Tray 
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1. Tap and hold the app icon that you want to move. The icon glows briefly and 
appears larger. 
2. Drag the icon to the Favorites tray. 
3. Release. 
How to Remove Apps from the Favorites Tray 
1. Tap and hold the app icon that you want to move. The icon glows briefly and 
appears larger. 
2. Drag the icon to the Home page. 
3. Release 
  
Folders 
How to Create Folders to Group Apps Together 
1. On the Home screen, tap and hold an app icon. 
2. Drag and drop the icon onto another app icon. The folder is created. 
3. Tap the folder. 
4. Tap the text Unnamed Folder. 
5. Enter a name. 
6. Tap anywhere on the touchscreen to save the new name. 
How to Rename a Folder 
1. Tap the folder. 
2. Tap the folder’s name. 
3. Enter the new name. 
4. Tap anywhere on the touchscreen to save the new name. 
How to Open Apps That Are in a Folder 
1. Tap the folder. The folder opens to show the app icons inside. 
2. Tap an app icon to open the app.