Samsung Galaxy 7 User Guide

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SettingsHow to Use Settings
Access Settings
There are a couple of ways to access your device 
settings.
 ► From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings .
– or –
Drag down from the Status bar to display the 
Notification panel, and then tap 
 Settings .
Categories of Settings
Settings are grouped into categories.
• Quick settings: Add shortcuts to settings you 
use often.
• Wireless and networks: Configure your 
connections to other devices and networks.
• Phone: Customize the device’s display, sounds...

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Settings How to Use Settings
Customize Quick Settings
Quick settings are the settings that you are most likely 
to frequently use. When you first access the Settings 
menu, the Quick settings are set to a default list of 
settings. 
To create a Quick settings list:
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings.
2. Tap  Add, and choose up to nine settings.
3. Tap  Back to save your new Quick settings 
menu. To edit the Quick settings list:
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings
.
2. Tap Edit.
•...

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SettingsAirplane Mode
Airplane mode disconnects your device 
from all networks and turns off connectivity 
features, such as phone calls and Wi-Fi.
While in Airplane mode, you can use other 
features such as playing music, watching 
videos, and other offline applications.
Enable Airplane Mode
To enable or disable Airplane mode:
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings .
2. Tap Airplane mode, and then tap On/Off to 
enable or disable the option.
Airplane Mode   

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SettingsWi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain types of 
Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) . Wi-Fi 
communication requires access to a wireless 
Access Point (AP) .
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range wireless APs.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings .
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on 
or off.
Wi-Fi Status Indicators
Status bar icons indicate your current Wi-Fi 
connection status:
• When Wi-Fi is...

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Settings Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Networks
To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it:
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.
• When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device 
automatically scans for available networks and 
displays them.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to. 
• When you select an open network, you are 
automatically connected to the network. 
Otherwise, enter a password to connect.
Manually Connect to a Wi-F i Network
You can connect your...

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Settings Wi-Fi
• WPS PIN entry: View the PIN used by your 
device to set up a PIN-secured connection 
to a Wi-Fi router or other equipment (not 
configurable) .
• Advanced:
 -Show Wi-Fi pop-up: Receive a pop-up 
when opening apps if a Wi-Fi network is 
available.
 -Smart network switch: Connect 
automatically to a mobile network 
connection when the Wi-Fi connection is 
unstable.
 -Wi-Fi notifications: Receive notifications 
when Wi-Fi networks in range are detected.
 -Passpoint: Automatically...

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Settings Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi 
network.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap On/Off to turn Wi-Fi on.
• Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3. Tap Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans 
for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices.
4. Select a device, and then follow the prompts to 
complete the connection.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator
Status bar icons indicate...

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SettingsBluetooth
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications 
technology that connects your device 
wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, 
such as headsets and hands-free car 
Bluetooth systems, and Bluetooth-enabled 
computers, printers, and wireless devices.
Note : The Bluetooth communication range is 
approximately 30 feet.
Turn Bluetooth On or Off
Use the settings menu to turn your device’s Bluetooth 
on or off.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings .
2. Tap Bluetooth, and...

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Settings Bluetooth
Pair Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to establish 
trusted connections between your device and another 
Bluetooth device. 
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time process. Once a pairing is created, the devices 
continue to recognize their partnership and exchange 
information without having to re-enter a passcode.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on 
Bluetooth.
• Make sure that the...

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Settings Bluetooth
Delete a Paired Device (Unpair)
When you unpair from a Bluetooth device, the two 
devices no longer recognize each other. To connect 
again, you have to pair the devices.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Settings.
2. Tap Bluetooth, and then tap On/Off to turn on 
Bluetooth.
3. Tap  Settings next to the paired device, and 
then tap Unpair to delete the paired device.