Samsung Galaxy S8+ User Manual

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Set a Screen Lock
It is recommended that you secure your device using a 
Screen lock.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Screen lock type to select a screen lock and level 
of security:
• Swipe : Swipe the screen to unlock it.
• Pattern : Create a pattern that you draw on the 
screen to unlock your device.
• PIN : Select a PIN to use for unlocking the screen. 
• Password : Create a password for unlocking the 
screen. 
• None : Do not lock the...

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• Secure lock settings: Set your secure lock 
functions such as Secured lock time and Smart 
lock. A secure screen lock is required for this 
feature.
Always On Display 
Settings
Choose what to display on a standby screen instead of 
turning off the screen.
Note : To turn this feature on or off without going to 
Settings, double tap the Always On Display screen.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Always On Display for options:
• Tap  On/Off...

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Lock Screen and AOD 
Settings
Configure display settings for the Lock screen and 
Always On Display (AOD).
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security fo r 
options:
• Information and FaceWidgets : Set a clock, 
FaceWidgets, or Contact Information to display 
on the Lock screen and Always On Display 
screen.
• Notifications : Select which notifications to 
display on the Lock screen and Always On 
Display screen.
• App shortcuts : Select which apps to...

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Secure Folder
Lock your private content and apps to enhance security. 
You must sign in to your Samsung account in order to 
use Secure Folder. You must also set a secure lock for 
your device.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Secure Folder  and follow the prompts to secure 
content on your device.
Secure Startup
Protect your device by requiring a numeric PIN or 
password to be entered before it starts up. You must 
have a secured screen...

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Set Up SIM Card Lock
Require your SIM card PIN to unlock and use your 
SIM card.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Other security settings > Set up SIM card lock and 
follow the prompts.
• Tap  Lock SIM card to enable the feature.
• Tap Change SIM card PIN to create a new PIN.
View Passwords
Display password characters briefly as you type them.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Other...

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Phone Administration
Manage your device administrators and application 
installation privileges.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Other security settings > Phone administrators .
• Tap Android Device Manager to allow it to lock 
or erase a lost device.
• Tap  Secure Folder to allow it to manage 
your device.
• Tap  Support & Protection to protect your 
mobile device from threats posed by malicious 
websites.
Credential Storage
Manage your...

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Advanced Security 
Settings
Use these options to configure advanced security 
settings.
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
2. Tap  Settings > Lock screen and security > 
Other security settings for the following advanced 
options: 
• Trust agents : Perform selected actions when 
trusted devices are connected.
 -To view Trust agents, set up a secured 
screen lock (Password, PIN, or Pattern). For 
more information, see  “Set a Screen Lock” on 
page  224.
• Pin windows : Pin an app on your...

Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, including your 
Google Account, Samsung account, email, and 
social networking accounts. 

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Samsung Cloud
Keep your data safe by backing up device to Samsung 
cloud storage. This allows you to restore your phone 
at any time. You can also sync your data from multiple 
devices. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
1. Tap  Settings >  Cloud and accounts > 
Samsung Cloud .
• If a Samsung account has not been added, follow 
the prompts to add one.
2. Once a Samsung account is configured, the 
following options are available:
• Manage cloud storage : View how much cloud 
storage your data...

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 -Settings: Choose whether to sync data only 
when the device is connected to a Wi‑Fi 
network, receive push notifications, or 
remove your Samsung account.
 -FAQ : Go to the Customer Support website for 
Samsung Cloud information.
 -Contact us : Go to the Customer Support 
website and submit an question online.
Accounts Settings
Add and manage all your email, social networking, and 
picture and video sharing accounts.
Set Up a New Account
1. From home, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap...