Samsung A5 Manual

Basics
61
Split screen view
1 Tap  to open the list of recently used apps.
2 Swipe upwards or downwards and tap  on a recent app window.
The selected app will launch in the upper window.
3 Swipe to the left or right to select another app to launch.
You can also launch the split screen view by tapping and holding .  

Basics
62
Using additional options
When using apps in the split screen view, select an app window and tap the circle between 
the app windows to access the following options:
•	 : Switch locations between app windows.
•	 : Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an 
item in the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.
Some apps may not support this feature.  

Basics
63
•	 : Minimise the window.
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
•	 : Maximise the window.
•	 : Close the app.
Adjusting the window size
Drag the circle between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.
Pop-up view
This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
1 On the Home screen, launch an app to use in the pop-up view.     

Basics
64
2 Drag down diagonally from either end of the top edge.
The app screen will appear in the pop-up view.
Minimise the window.
Close the app.
Maximise the window. Drag and drop content.
Moving pop-up windows
To move a pop-up window, tap and hold the circle on a window and drag it to a new location.
Samsung account
Introduction
Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of 
Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once...

Basics
65
Registering your Samsung account
Registering a new Samsung account
If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one.
1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts → Add account.
2 Tap Samsung account → CREATE ACCOUNT.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.
Registering an existing Samsung account
If you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.
1 On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Accounts → Add...

Basics
66
Transferring data from your previous device
You can transfer contacts, images, and other data from a previous device to your device via 
Smart Switch or Samsung Cloud.
•	This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.
•	Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung 
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to 
transfer.
Transferring data via Smart Switch
Transfer data between mobile devices via Smart Switch. You...

Basics
67
Transferring backup data from a computer
Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
2 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 the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.
3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.
4 On the computer,...

Basics
68
Device and data management
Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer
Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice 
versa.
Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files. 
Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.
The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub. Directly 
connect the device to the computer’s USB port.
1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2...

Basics
69
Updating with Smart Switch
Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.
1 On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download and install Smart 
Switch.
2 On the computer, launch Smart Switch.
3 Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable.
4 If a software update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to update the device.
•	Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is 
updating.
•	While updating the...

Basics
70
Using a Google account
On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Cloud and accounts → Backup and tap the Back up my 
data
 switch for the Google account to activate it. Tap Backup account and select an account 
as the backup account. To add the backup account, tap 
Add account.
To restore data using a Google account, tap the 
Automatic restore switch to activate it. When 
you reinstall apps, backed up settings and data will be restored.
Performing a data reset
Delete all settings and data on the...