Samsung A5 Manual

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Connecting your device to a vehicle via MirrorLink
When using this feature for the first time, connect the device to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.
1 Pair your device with a vehicle via Bluetooth.
Refer to Pairing with other Bluetooth devices for more information.
2 Connect your device to the vehicle using a USB cable.
When they are connected, access your device’s MirrorLink apps on the head unit monitor.
Ending the MirrorLink connection
Unplug the USB cable from your device and the vehicle....

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Sounds and vibration
Change settings for various sounds on the device.
On the Settings screen, tap 
Sounds and vibration.
•	Sound mode: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode.
•	Vibrate while ringing: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.
•	Volume: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and 
notifications.
•	Ringtone: Change the ringtone and notification sound settings.
•	Vibration pattern: Select a vibration...

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Notifications
Change the notification settings for each app.
On the Settings screen, tap 
Notifications.
To customise notification settings, tap 
ADVANCED and select an app.
•	Allow notifications: Allow notifications from the selected app.
•	Set as priority: Display notifications at the top of the notification panel and include them 
in the allowed list when 
Do not disturb is activated.
•	Previews in pop-ups: Display notification previews in pop-up windows.
•	Show on lock screen: Display...

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•	Always On Display: Set the device to display an image or information while the screen is 
turned off. Refer to Always On Display for more information.
•	Status bar: Customise the settings for displaying only 3 recent notifications and the 
remaining battery life on the status bar.
•	Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s 
backlight.
•	Keep screen turned off: Set the device to prevent the screen from turning on when it is 
in a dark place,...

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Easy mode
Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on 
the Home screen.
Some app features may not be available in easy mode.
Switching to easy mode
1 On the Settings screen, tap Display → Easy mode → Easy mode.
2 Select apps under Easy applications to apply a simpler layout.
3 Tap DONE.
Returning to standard mode
Swipe to the left on the Home screen and tap Settings → Display → Easy mode → 
Standard mode → DONE.
Managing shortcuts
To add a...

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Advanced features
Options
Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them.
On the Settings screen, tap 
Advanced features.
Excessive shaking or impact to the device may cause unintended input for some 
features.
•	Smart stay: Set the device to prevent the display backlight from turning off while you are 
looking at the display.
•	Games: Activate the Game Launcher and Game Tools icon and change the game-related 
settings. Refer to Game Launcher for more information.
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•	Direct call: Set the device to make a voice call by picking up and holding the device near 
your ear while viewing call, message, or contact details.
•	Smart alert: Set the device to alert you if you have missed calls or new messages when 
you pick up the device.
This feature may not work if the screen is turned on or the device is not on a flat 
surface.
•	Easy mute: Set the device to mute incoming calls or alarms by using palm motions or 
facing the device’s screen downwards.
•	Send SOS...

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Device maintenance
The device maintenance feature provides an overview of the status of your device’s battery, 
storage, RAM, and system security. You can also automatically optimise the device with a tap 
of your finger.
Battery
StorageDevice security
RAM
Using the quick optimisation feature
On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → FIX NOW or OPTIMISE NOW.
The quick optimisation feature improves device performance through the following actions.
•	Clearing some memory.
•	Deleting...

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Battery
Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device. For devices with low battery 
levels, conserve battery power by activating power saving features.
On the Settings screen, tap 
Device maintenance → Battery.
•	The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs 
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating 
conditions.
•	You cannot receive notifications from apps that use power saving mode.
Managing the battery
You...

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RAM
On the Settings screen, tap Device maintenance → RAM.
To speed up your device by reducing the amount of RAM you are using, tick apps from the 
apps list, and tap 
CLEAN NOW.
Device security
Check the device’s security status. This feature scans your device for malware.
On the Settings screen, tap 
Device maintenance → Device security.
Applications
Manage the device’s apps and change their settings. You can view the apps’ usage 
information, change their notification or permission...