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 Personalized data activate this feature to use the personal 
language data that you have entered and selected to make 
your text entry prediction results better. By enabling this feature 
you can choose from the following personalization features:
 Learn from Facebook allows you to log into your current 
Facebook account and add used text to your personal 
dictionary. 
: allows you to sign in to your existing Gmail 
account from where your style and existing contact information 
is added to your personal dictionary. Helps recognize familiar 
names.
 Learn from Twitter allows you to sign into your existing Twitter 
account and add used text to your personal dictionary. 
 Learn from Messages allows your device to learn your 
messaging style by using your Messaging information.
 Learn from Contacts updates predictive style by learning your 
Contacts style.
 Clear remote data allows you to delete your anonymous data 
stored on the personalization server.
 Clear personal data removes all personalized data entered by 
the user.
 displays on-screen privacy information.
Swype Keypad Settings
To configure Swype settings: 1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ Language and input.
2. Ta p  t h e  
 icon next to Swype.
3. Ta p  
Settings on the left side of th e screen to alter these 
settings:
 Vibrate on keypress: activates a vibration sensation as you 
enter text using the keypad.
 Sound on keypress: turns on sounds generated by the Swype 
application.
 Pop-up on keypress: displays the character above the key 
when typing.
 Show complete trace: once enabled, sets wether or not to 
display the complete Swype path.
 Auto-capitalization: automatically capitalizes the first letter of 
every sentence.
: automatically inserts a space between words. 
When you finish a word, just lift your finger or stylus and start 
the next word.
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 Next word prediction: once enabled, predicts the next word in 
your text string based on your current text entries.
: once enabled, displays the Voice icon on 
your Swype keyboard so you can use the Voice input option. 
4. Ta p  My Words on the left side of the screen to access 
the following options:
 Backup & Sync: allows you to backup your Swype dictionary 
and sync your Swype dictionary across multiple devices.
 Living Language: when enabled, this feature automatically 
updates your Swype dictionary with popular new words.
 Social integration: allows you to learn information from your 
Facebook, Twitter, and Gmail accounts to help you while using 
Swype.
 Edit my dictionary: allows you to edit your personal Swype 
dictionary.
 Clear language data: deletes all of your personal language 
data, including your words.
 Contribute usage data: when enabled, allows the Nuance® 
application to collect usage data for better word predictions.
 Cellular data: when enabled, activates cellular data usage by 
the Swype application so it can receive program updates, 
language downloads, and other related features via your 
existing data connection.
5. Ta p  Languages on the left side of th e screen to activate 
and select the current text  input language. Default 
language is English. Touch 
Download languages, to 
download additional languages.
6. Ta p  
Gestures on the left side of  the screen to view 
helpful information on using gestures while using 
Swype.
7. Ta p  
Help on the left side of the screen to see the 
following options:
: provides tips on how to learn to use Swype.
 Show helpful tips: once enabled, displays helpful tips and 
hints as you are using Swype.
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8.
Ta p  
Updates on the left side of the screen to download 
any new Swype updates. If an update is available, it 
will display under the update s heading. If no updates 
are displayed, then check back later to see any 
available updates.
Google voice typing settings
From this menu you can set Samsung keyboard options. 1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ Language and input.
2. Ta p  t h e  
 icon next to Google voice typing.
3. The following options are available:
 Choose input languages: tap on a language that you want to 
input. Select 
Automatic to use the local language or select a 
language from the list.
 Block offensive words: tap to create a checkmark and enable 
the blocking of recognized offensive words from the results of 
your voice-input Google typing.
 Download offline speech recognition: Enables voice input 
while offline.
Handwriting Recognition Settings
This menu allows you to set the speech settings for 
Handwriting recognition. 1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ Language and input.
2. Ta p  
Language under the Handwriting recognition 
heading.
3. To change the default language of 
English, tap More 
languages
 and select a language.
Speech Settings
This menu allows you to set  the speech settings for Voice 
input.
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ Language and input.
2. Ta p  
Voice recognizer to select either Samsung powered 
by Vlingo
 or Google (default).
3. Ta p  
Voice search to configure the following:
 Language: Choose a language for your voice input.
 Speech output: Sets whether you will use speech output 
always or only when using hands-free.
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 Block offensive words: Enable or disable blocking of 
recognized offensive words from the results of your voice-input 
Google searches.
 Hotword detection: Enable to being able to launch voice 
search by saying the word “Google”.
 Download offline speech recognition: Enables voice input 
while offline.
: allows you to record audio through a 
Bluetooth headset if available.
4. Ta p  Text-to-speech options and select Samsung text-to-
speech engine
.
5. Tap   next to the preferred TTS engine configure the 
following settings:
 Language: allows you to set the language for spoken text.
 Settings for Samsung  text-to-speech engine allows you to 
view Open Source Licenses.
 Install voice data: allows you to install voice data for speech 
synthesis.
6. Scroll down to the General section to access the 
following options:
 Speech rate: Set the speed at which the text is spoken.
 Listen to an example: Play a sample of speech synthesis 
(available if voice data is installed).
Pointer speed
This option sets your Pointer speed for your mouse or 
trackpad when you are using a keyboard dock accessory. 1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ Language and input.
2. Ta p  
Pointer speed then drag the slider to the right to go 
faster or to the left to go slower.
3. Ta p  
OK to save your setting.
Voice control
The Voice control settings allow you to set up voice 
commands to control your device.
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ Voice control.
2. Tap the ON/OFF icon   at the top of your screen 
to activate Voice control.
3. The following options are available. Tap an option to 
create a checkmark and activate the feature.
 Incoming calls: allows you to answer or reject calls using the 
commands 
Answer and Reject.
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: allows you to stop or snooze an alarm by using the 
commands 
Stop and Snooze.
: allows you to take pictures using the voice 
commands 
Capture, Shoot, Smile, or Cheese.
: allows you to control your Music app using the voice 
commands 
Next, Previous, Play, Pause, Volume up, and 
Volume down.
Note: If you set the alert type for calls or alarms to vibration, voice control will not be available.
Hands-free Mode
When Hands-free mode is enabled, incoming calls and 
notifications will be read out automatically.
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls  ➔ Hands-free mode.
2. Ta p  t h e  
OFF / ON icon next to Driving mode to the right 
to turn it on  . 
Confirm that the Driving mode active icon   
appears in the Status bar. All incoming calls and notifications will be read out 
automatically.
3. The following options are available:
 Incoming call: read out callers’ information when receiving 
incoming calls.
 Air call-accept: wave your hand over the screen to accept 
incoming calls.
 Message: read out senders’ information when receiving 
incoming calls.
: read out alarm information when alarms sound.
: read out scheduled alarm information when alarms 
sound.
4. You can disable Driving mode by saying “Driving mode 
off” while in S voice, or  by accessing the Settings 
menu and sliding the Hands-free mode slider to the off 
position 
 or by using the Notification panel.
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S Pen Settings
This menu allows you to customize settings for the S Pen.
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ S Pen.
2. The following options are available:
 Turn off pen detection: allows you to deactivate pen detection
 S Pen keeper: allows to enable a a sound alert and on-screen 
notification when you walk around with the device without the 
pen inserted in its slot.
: allows you to activate the ability to show the pointer 
when you hover the S Pen over the screen.
 Direct pen input: displays the handwriting pad within the text 
input area when the S Pen is detected.
 Pen detachment options: allows you activate a selected action 
when the device detects the S Pen is detached. Choose from: 
None, Action Memo, or Air command.
 Pen attach/detach sound: allows you to select a sound to be 
played whenever the pen is attached or detached.
One-handed operation
The one-handed operation settings help you to use your 
phone keypads easily with only one hand.
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls ➔ One-handed operation.
2. The following options are available:
 Use for all screens: configures selected options for all 
available screens. This feature adjusts the scale and position of 
all screens by swiping the edge of the current screen.
 Keypad and in-call buttons: activate the feature to adjust the 
position of the dialing keyboard and in-call buttons for 
one-handed operation.
 Samsung keyboard: activate the feature to adjust the position 
of the Samsung keyboard for one-handed operation.
: activate the feature to adjust the position of the 
Samsung calculator for one-handed operation.
 Unlock pattern: activate to adjust the scale of the unlock 
pattern screen for use with one hand.
 Learn about one- handed operation: provides an on-screen 
tutorial for the use of these one-handed features/functions.
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Motions and Gestures
The Motions and Gestures settings allow you to set up 
various Motion activation services. For more information on 
using gestures, see “Using Gestures” on page 29.
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls.
Caution! Excessive shaking or impact to the device may cause unintended results.
2. The following options are available:
 Air gesture: allows you to control your device by performing 
motions above the sensor (without touching the device).
 Air view: displays helpful information when you hover your 
finger over the screen.
 Air command: allows you to activate or deactivate the Air 
command function that appears on-screen once you remove 
the S Pen from its internal slot.
: allows you to control your device using natural 
movements (on the screen).
 Palm motion: allows you to control your device by touching the 
screen with your entire hand.
 Smart screen: allows you to control your device by using 
intelligent face detection features such as: Smart stay, Smart 
rotation, Smart pulse, and Smart scroll.
 Increase touch sensitivity: allows you to increase the screen’s 
touch sensitivity.
To activate Air gesture:
1. From the main Settings page, tap  Controls tab.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the 
Air gesture slider 
to the right to turn it on. 
If the feature is available for your selected action, an 
Air gesture icon 
 will appear in the status bar.
3. Read the on-screen notification and tap 
OK.
Note: At least one feature must be activated before Air gesture 
can be activated.
4. Ta p  
Learn about sensor and icon field to review 
on-screen information about  the Air gestures sensor 
and related icon.
5. In a single motion, slide a feature’s activation slider to 
the on position. 
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The following is a description some of the most commonly 
used gestures:
Quick glance: Once enabled, you can move your hand over the 
air gesture sensor (located above the on-screen clock at the 
upper-right) to temporarily activate preview window that can be 
used to display selected user-enabled information such as: 
Time & Date, Notification  icons, Missed calls, etc.
Air jump: Once enabled, you can move your hand over the air 
gesture sensor (up or down) and easily jump to either the top or 
bottom of a lengthy display page (ex: Internet or Email). 
Air browse: Once enabled, you can move your hand over the air 
gesture sensor (left or right) and easily move to either the 
previous or next item in a series (ex: music tracks, pictures, or 
pages). 
Air call-accept: Once enabled, you can simply wave your hand 
over the air gesture sensor to accept any incoming call. 
To  a c t i v a t e  A i r  Vi e w :
With the Air view feature, you can hover your finger over the 
screen and Air view features will be displayed. For example, 
you can hover your finger over a scheduled item in your 
calendar to see more details.  1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the 
Air view slider to 
the right to turn it on. 
3. Ta p  t h e  
Air view mode field to select the method used 
to activate the feature. Choose from Pen, Finger, or 
Auto.
4. Ta p  t h e  
Air view pen options field and configure the 
available options:
 Information preview: allows you to see information previews, 
extended text, and enlarged images when you hover your 
S Pen over the screen.
Note: It is recommended that the  Information preview function 
be enabled if using Air view.
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 Progress preview: allows you to preview a scene or show 
elapsed time when you hover your S Pen over the progress bar 
while watching a video.
 Speed dial preview: allows you to see the contacts and their 
speed dial numbers when you hover your S Pen over them in 
your contacts list.
 Icon labels (by pen nib): activate the ability to hover over an 
icon and display an on-screen pop up description.
 List scrolling: allows you to enable the ability to scroll up and 
down a screen by holding the S Pen over the edge of the 
screen.
 Sound and haptic feedback: allows you to play sound and 
feel vibration when you hover your S Pen over Air view items.
5. When enabled via the Air view mode menu, tap the 
Air view finger options field and configure the available 
options.
To activate Air Command:
With the Air command feature active, the Air Command 
button toolbar appears once you remove the S Pen from its 
slot. This toolbar allows you to quickly activate frequently 
used applications or actions.  1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ 
Settings ➔  
Controls.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the 
Air command 
slider to the right to turn it on. 
To activate Motion:
1. From the Home screen, tap    ➔ Settings ➔  
Controls.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the 
Motions slider to 
the right to turn it on. 
3. Read the on-screen notification and tap 
OK.
Note: At least one feature must be activated before Motion can 
be activated.
4. The following motions are available:
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Direct call: Once enabled, the device will dial the currently 
displayed on-screen Contact entry as soon as you place the 
device to your ear. 
Smart alert: Once enabled, pickup the device to be alerted and 
notified of you have missed any calls or messages. 
Zoom: Once enabled, you must be on a screen where content can 
be zoomed. In a single motion, touch and hold two points on the 
display then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out. 
Browse an image: Once enabled, touch and hold a desired 
on-screen image to pan around it. Move the device left or right to 
pan vertically or up and down to pan horizontally around the large 
on-screen image.
Mute/pause: Once enabled, mute incoming calls and any playing 
sounds by turning the device display down on a surface. This is 
the opposite of the Pickup  to be Notified Gesture.
To activate Palm Motion:
1.From the Home screen, tap    ➔ Settings ➔  
Controls.
2. In a single motion touch and slide the 
Palm motion 
slider to the right to turn it on.  3.
Read the on-screen notification and tap 
OK.
Note: At least one feature must  be activated before Palm 
motion can be activated.
4. In a single motion, slide a feature’s activation slider to 
the on position. 
The following is a description some of the most commonly 
used gestures:
Capture screen: Once enabled, you can capture any 
on-screen information swiping across the screen. In a single 
motion, press the side of your hand on the screen and swipe form 
left to right. The image is th en copied to the clipboard.
Mute/pause: Once enabled, you can pause any 
on-screen video or mute any current sound by simply covering 
the screen with your hand. Once you remove your hand from the 
screen, the device goes back to normal by either continuing to 
play the current video or unmuting the current sound.
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