Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930F) User Manual

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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...

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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...

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Using a Google account
On the Apps screen, tap Settings → Backup and reset → Back up my data for the Google 
account, and then tap the switch to activate it. Tap 
Backup account and select an account as 
the backup 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 device. Before performing a factory data reset,...

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Connecting to other devices
1 Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect.
The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features are activated automatically.
If Quick connect is not visible on the notification panel, tap  → EDIT and tap the 
Quick connect switch to activate it.
2 Tap Scan for nearby devices.
If there is no previously connected device, the device will automatically search for nearby 
devices.
3 Select a device from the list and connect to it by following the on-screen instructions.
The next...

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Connecting to a TV
Connect your device and a TV to view the device’s content on the larger screen. You may be 
able to use more features depending on the connected TV.
1 Turn on the TV and place your device close to the TV.
2 Open the notification panel and tap Quick connect → Scan for nearby devices.
3 Select the TV.
The list of features you can use with the TV appears.
4 Select a feature and follow the on-screen instructions to use the feature.
Available features may vary depending on the...

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•	Briefing on TV: Set the TV to turn on automatically according to the preset time set 
on your device and to display the time, weather, and your schedule information on 
the screen. To use this feature, your device and the TV must be connected to the same 
access point.
•	Register TV / Deregister TV: Register the TV to your device to use additional features, 
such as 
Control TV and Briefing on TV.
•	Some files may be buffered during playback, depending on the connection.
•	If the TV does not...

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Sharing features
Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of 
sharing images.
You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network.
1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen.
2 Select an image.
3 Tap Share and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and email.
You can also use the following options:
•	Simple sharing: Share content with your contacts. To use this feature, your phone 
number must be verified.
•	This feature may not be...

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Emergency mode
Emergency mode changes the screen to grey tones to reduce battery consumption. Some 
apps and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, 
send your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more.
Press and hold the Power key, and then tap 
Emergency mode.
Add more apps to use.
Make an emergency call.
Remaining battery power and 
usage time left
Turn on the flash.
Make a call.Send your current location information...

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Applications
Installing or uninstalling apps
Galaxy Apps
Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung 
Galaxy devices.
Tap 
Samsung → Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Installing apps
Browse apps by category or tap SEARCH to search for a keyword.
Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap 
INSTALL. To purchase 
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price...

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Managing apps
Uninstalling or disabling apps
On the Apps screen, tap EDIT. The  icon appears on the apps that you can disable or 
uninstall. Select an app and tap 
DISABLE or OK. Alternatively, on the Apps screen, tap 
Settings → Applications → Application manager, select an app, and then tap DISABLE or 
UNINSTALL.
•	DISABLE: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.
•	UNINSTALL: Uninstall downloaded apps.
Enabling apps
On the Apps screen, tap Settings →...