Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Owners Manual
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47My Files Access files stored on your device, including images, videos, songs, and sound clips. To access the My Files app: 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. 2. T ap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3. T ap a file or folder to open it. File Groups Files stored in the device are organized into the following groups: • Recent files: View recently accessed files. • Category : Files are grouped into the following categories: − Images: View image files. − Videos: View video files. − Audio: View audio files. − Documents: View document files. − Download history: View all apps and files that have been downloaded to the device. • Local storage: View folders and files in their storage locations. − Device storage: View folders and files located on the device. − SD card: View folders and files located on an optional microSD memory card (not included). • Cloud storage: Contains shortcuts to FTP servers or other cloud storage locations that you have added. − Google Drive: Sign in to view folders and files located in your Google Drive account. • STORAGE USAGE: Tap to view memory information for your device. View Files in My Files 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. 2. T ap a category to view the relevant files or folders. 3. T ap a file or folder to open it. Recent Files Options The Recent files category opens by default. The following options are available: • SEARCH: Search for a file or folder. • MORE: Tap for the following options: −Edit: Edit files shown in Recent files. −Clear recent file history: Clear the Recent files category. −Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal hidden files. Note : Some options are not available until files have been opened and display in the Recent files category. My Files Applications
48My Files Category Options After tapping on a category, the following options are available: • SEARCH: Search for a file in the selected category. • VIEW AS: Change the appearance of the files or folders. • MORE: Tap for the following options: −Edit: Select files or folders. −Share: Tap to select files to share. −Sort by: Change the sort order of the files. −Show/Conceal hidden files: Show or conceal hidden files. Note : Options vary by category. Options for Selected Files and Folders ►Tap MORE > Edit, select a file or folder, and then use one of these functions: • DELETE: Delete files or folders. • MORE: Select one of the following options: -Copy : Copy files or folders to another folder -Rename: Rename a file or folder. This option only displays when just one file or folder is selected. -Add shortcut on Home screen: Add a shortcut the Home screen. -Compress: Create a zip folder containing the selected files. This option only displays in Local Storage categories. A selected zip folder has the additional options of Extract and Extract to current folder. -Details: View details of the selected files or folders. Note : Options vary by category. Shortcuts When you add shortcut folders, displays on the My Files screen. To delete a shortcut: 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > My Files. 2. T ap the shortcut. 3. T ap MORE > Delete shortcut. Applications
49Video Player Play and manage videos stored on your device. File nameMore options Video list Volume RewindPop-up player Pause or Play Playback position Screen ratio Move controls Fast-forward Move controls Time elapsedVideo length • Fast-forward: Tap to skip to the next video. Touch and hold to fast-forward the current video. • File name: View the name of the video file. • More options: Tap to view more options. • Move controls: Tap to move the Video player controls to the right or to the left (landscape orientation only). • Pause or Play: Tap to pause or play the current video. • Playback position: Drag to skip to another part of the video. • Pop-up player: Tap to open the video in the pop - up player window. • Rewind: Tap to restart the video or skip to a previous video. Touch and hold to rewind the video. • Screen ratio: Change the screen ratio. • Time elapsed: View the playing time that has elapsed. • Video length: View the total length of the video. • Video list: See the current video playlist. • Volume: Adjust the volume. Video Player Applications
50Video Player Access the Video Player 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. S croll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail begins playing a preview of the clip. 3. T ap a video to view it. Use Pop-Up Player Multitask with Pop-up player by transforming your video player into a pop-up window. The video continues to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. T ap a video to view it. 3. T ap Pop-up player to continue playing the video in a floating window. • Drag the window to any location on the screen. • Use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window. Change the Video Screen Size You can change the size of the video during video playback. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Video. 2. T ap a video to view it. 3. T ap the screen ratio icon to cycle through the screen size options: • Full: The entire screen is used, which may cause some minor distortion. • Fit to screen: The video is played in its original size. • Keep ratio: The video is enlarged to fit the screen without becoming distorted. Applications
Configure your device’s connections and settings, add accounts, and customize the Home screen, apps, and features.• Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping the ON/OFF button to turn the option on ( ON ) or off ( OFF ) . • For some options, you must tap a field, such as Email address, to display and set options. • Some options are enabled or disabled by tapping a checkbox. When enabled, a check mark displays. Tap the check mark to remove it and disable the option. Settings
52How to Use Settings How to Use Settings Access Settings ►From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . – or – From a Home screen, 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 Setting search feature. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap SEARCH. • Enter a word or words in the Search field. As you type, settings that match display on the screen. • Tap an entry to go to that setting. Settings
53Wi‑Fi Settings Wi‑Fi is a term used for certain t ypes of Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) . Wi ‑ Fi communication requires access to a Wireless Access Point (WAP) . Wi ‑ Fi Direct creates a direct connection between two or more devices using Wi ‑ Fi. Turn Wi-Fi On or Off Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover and connect to compatible in-range WAPs. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on or off. Wi-Fi Status Indicators Status bar icons show your current Wi-Fi connection status: • When Wi-Fi is connected, active, and communicating with a Wireless Access Point (WAP) , displays. • If a Wi-Fi access point is available, but your device is not connected to it, displays. It may also display if there is a communication issue with the target Wireless Access Point (WAP) . Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap 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. T ap t he 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 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. 3. T ap MORE > Add network. 4. Ent er information about the Wi-Fi network: • Enter network name: Enter the name of the Wi-Fi network. • Security: Select a security option and enter your password. • Show advanced options: Tap if you need to add advanced options such as IP settings and Proxy settings. 5. T ap CONNECT to store the new information and connect to your target WAP. Wi-Fi Settings Settings
54Wi‑Fi Settings Wi-Fi Options The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. 3. T ap MORE for options: • Add network: Manually add a Wi-Fi network. • WPS push button: Set up a connection to a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) router or other equipment. • 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) . • Smart network switch: Tap to enable this feature, which automatically switches to a mobile network if the Wi-Fi connection becomes unstable. • Advanced: -Network notification: Receive a notification when new Wireless Access Points (WAPs) are available. -Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep: Specify when to disconnect from Wi-Fi. -Always allow scanning: Allow Google location service and other apps to scan for networks, even when Wi-Fi is turned off. -Install network certificates: Install authentication certificates. -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) . • Help: Tap to view help topics for Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-t o-device connections using Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a Wi-Fi network. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings. 3. T ap Wi-Fi Direct. Your device automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices. 4. Af ter scanning for devices, select a device, and then follow the prompts to complete the connection. Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator When your device is connected to another device using Wi-Fi Direct, displays in the Status bar. Settings
55Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short‑range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands ‑fr ee 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 1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on or off. Bluetooth Status Indicator When Bluetooth is turned on, displays in the Status bar. Scan for Bluetooth Devices When you want to pair with another Bluetooth device, you can scan for nearby devices that are visible. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T a p Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on. 3. W hen Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them. • Tap SCAN to manually perform a new scan. Settings
56Bluetooth 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 -t ime process. Once a pairing is created, the devices continue to recognize their partnership and exchange information without having to re-enter a passcode. 1. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on. 3. Mak e sure that the target device is discoverable, so that your device can find it. Refer to the instructions that came with the device to find out how to set it to discoverable mode. 4. T ap SCAN . Your device starts scanning for Bluetooth devices within range. 5. W hen you see the name of the target device displayed in the Bluetooth devices section, tap the name. Your device then automatically tries to pair with the target device. If automatic pairing fails, enter the passcode supplied with the target device. Note : Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible with all Bluetooth compatible devices. 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. F rom a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings . 2. T ap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Bluetooth on. 3. F rom the Bluetooth settings page, tap Settings next to the previously paired device, and then tap Unpair to delete the paired device. Settings