Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Instruction Manual

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How to Use Settings
Access Settings
There are a couple of ways to access your device 
settings.
 ► From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps , and 
then tap 
 Settings .
– or –
Drag down from the Status bar to display the 
Notification panel, and then tap 
 Settings .
Search for Settings
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain 
setting, you can use the Search feature.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps , and 
then tap 
 Settings .
2. Tap  Search.
• Enter a word or...

Connections
Manage connections between your device 
and a variety of networks and other devices. 

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Wi-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).
Connect to a Wi‑Fi Network
To scan for a Wi-Fi network and connect to it:
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Wi‑Fi, and then 
tap  On/Off  to turn on Wi-Fi.
• When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device 
automatically scans for available networks and 
displays them.
3. Tap the network you want to...

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5. Tap  Connect to store the new information and 
connect to your target wireless Access Point.
Wi‑Fi Options
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of 
your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Wi‑Fi, and then 
tap  On/Off  to turn on Wi-Fi.
3. Tap Advanced for options:
• Adaptive Wi‑Fi : Automatically switch between 
Wi-Fi and mobile data and save frequently used 
Wi-Fi networks.
• Secure Wi‑Fi: Set...

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• MAC address : View your device’s MAC address, 
which is required when connecting to some 
secured networks (not configurable).
• IP address : View your device’s IP address 
(not configurable).
Wi‑Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-to-device connections 
using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi 
network.
Connect to a Device with Wi‑F i Direct
Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other 
Wi-Fi Direct devices.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap...

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Disconnect from Wi‑F i Direct
Disconnect your phone from a Wi-Fi Direct device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Wi‑Fi > 
Wi‑Fi Direct . 
3. Tap a device to disconnect it.
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.
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3. Tap the name of the target device when it is 
displayed in the Bluetooth devices section. 
• Your device automatically tries to pair with the 
target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter 
the passcode supplied with the target device.
Rename a Paired Device
Once you have paired your device to another device, 
you can rename the paired device to make it easier to 
recognize.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Bluetooth , and 
then tap...

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Connect with a Bluetooth Device
Listen to music using a Bluetooth stereo headset, or 
have hands-free conversations using a compatible 
Bluetooth headset or car kit. 
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Bluetooth , and 
then tap  On/Off to turn on Bluetooth.
3. Tap a paired device.
Disconnect from a Bluetooth Device
Disconnect a Bluetooth device from your phone.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  >...

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Data Usage
Monitor how your data is being used, and set limits and 
restrictions to conserve it.
Your service provider may account for data usage 
differently.
Turn Data Saver On or Off
Data saver prevents some apps from sending or 
receiving data in the background, as well as reduce the 
frequency of data use.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Data usage > 
Data saver .
3. Tap On/Off to turn Data saver on or off.
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Create an Alert for Mobile Data 
Usage
Receive alerts when mobile data use reaches a warning 
amount you set.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Data usage > 
Billing cycle and data warning .
3. Tap Data warning .
4. Enter the data usage warning amount, and then tap 
Set to save.
Additional Data Usage Options
Configure more options for mobile data usage.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Connections  > Data...