Samsung S5 Mini Instruction Manual

							86Notification Panel Settings
Notification Panel Settings
Customize which Quick setting 
buttons display on the 
Notification panel. 
You can also customize 
which apps display on the 
Recommended applications 
menu on the Notification panel 
when you perform certain 
actions, such as plugging in 
earphones.
 ►From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings  > Notification panel.
– or –
From the Notification panel, tap 
 View all > 
 Edit.
The following options are available:
• Brightness adjustment: Adjust the screen 
brightness from the Notification panel. 
• Recommended apps: Show selected apps 
on the Notification panel after certain actions, 
such as connecting earphones. Tap ON/OFF 
to turn the feature on.
To customize which quick setting buttons display at 
the top of the Notification panel:
 ► T

ouch and drag buttons to reorder them. 
To use the default layout:
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ap Reset.
Recommended Apps
When you perform certain actions, such as plugging 
in earphones, the Notification panel can display 
shortcuts to your favorite related apps, such as 
Music Player or Google Play Music.
To customize which shortcuts display on the 
Recommended apps menu:
1.
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 rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings  > Notification panel.
2.
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ap Recommended apps.
3.
 
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ap ON/OFF to turn the feature   on.
4.
 
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ap EDIT and choose which apps to display 
on the Notification panel when you insert 
earphones.  
Settings  
						

							87Toolbox
Toolbox
The Toolbox is a floating 
shortcut menu that displays on 
every screen, giving you quick 
access to your favorite apps. 
To activate the Toolbox: 
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Toolbox. 
3.
 
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ap ON/OFF to enable the feature.
4.
 
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ap EDIT to choose up to five apps to 
display in the Toolbox. 
Settings  
						

							88Easy Mode
Switch between the default 
screen layout and a simpler 
layout. The Easy Mode layout 
has larger text and icons, making 
for a more straightforward visual 
experience.
Enable Easy Mode
To enable Easy mode:
1.
 F
rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Easy mode.
3.
 
T

a p  Easy mode to enable this feature.
• When Easy mode is enabled, you can scroll 
down the page and select which apps you 
want to display on the Home screens.
4.
 
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ap the checkbox next to the apps you want to 
add or remove.
5.
 
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hen finished, tap DONE.
Return to Standard Mode
To return to Standard mode:
1.
 F
 rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Easy settings.
2.
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ap Easy mode.
3.
 
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a p  Standard mode, and then tap DONE.
Easy Mode 
Settings  
						

							89Accessibility
Accessibility
Accessibility services are special 
features that make using the 
device easier for those with 
certain physical disabilities. 
Note: You can download additional accessibility 
applications from the Google Play store.
1.
 F

rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Accessibility for options:
Vision
• Switch Access : Use this option to control your 
device using configurable key combinations. 
Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature on. Tap 
SETTINGS for more options.
• TalkBack: Speak feedback aloud to help blind 
and low-vision users.
 -TalkBack can collect all of the text you 
enter, except passwords, including personal 
data and credit card numbers. It may also 
log your user interface interactions with the 
device.
• Dark screen: Keep the screen turned off at all 
times for privacy. TalkBack must be enabled in 
order to configure this option.
• Rapid key input: Release your finger to enter 
selection instead of double tapping. TalkBack 
must be enabled in order to configure this 
option.
• Speak passwords: Read the characters aloud 
as you enter your passwords. TalkBack must 
be enabled in order to configure this option.
• Font size: Set the font size.
• Magnification gestures: Use exaggerated 
gestures such as triple-tapping, double 
pinching, and dragging two fingers across the 
screen. 
• Notification reminder: Play a beep when 
a notification for a call, message, or other 
communication has been missed. 
• Negative colors: Reverse the display 
of onscreen colors from White text on a 
Black background to Black text on a White 
background.
• Color adjustment: Adjust the color of the 
screen if you are color blind or have difficulty 
reading the display because of the screen 
color. Tap Color adjustment for options.
• Accessibility shortcut: Quickly enable 
accessibility features in two quick steps. 
Tap ON/OFF to turn the feature
  on.
• Text-to-speech options: Set your preferred 
TTS engine and options. For more information, 
see Text-To-Speech Options.
Hearing
• Flash notification: Set your camera light to 
blink whenever you receive a notification.
• Turn off all sounds: For privacy, turn off all 
notifications and audio.
• Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality of 
your device for use with hearing aids.
• Samsung subtitles (CC): Use Samsung 
subtitles with multimedia files when available 
Tap Samsung subtitles (CC) for options.
• Google subtitles (CC): Use Google 
subtitles with multimedia files when available. 
Tap Google subtitles (CC) for options.
• Sound balance: Use the slider to set the Left 
and Right balance when using a stereo device.
• Mono audio: Switch audio from stereo to 
mono for use with one earphone. 
Settings  
						

							90Accessibility
Dexterity and interaction
• Assistant menu: Improve the device 
accessibility for users with reduced dexterity.
• Press and hold delay: Select a time interval 
for this action.
• Interaction control: Block areas of the 
screen from touch interaction. Disable 
Auto rotate screen and hard key functions. 
Only show application notifications in the 
Notification panel and the Status bar. 
More Settings
• Direct access: Open your accessibility 
settings by pressing the Home key three times 
in quick succession.
• Answering and ending calls: Answer calls 
by pressing the Home key, using voice 
commands, waving your hand over the device, 
or by pressing the Power key.
• Single tap mode: Tap to stop/snooze alarms 
and calendar events.
• Manage accessibility: Export your 
accessibility settings and share them with 
another device.
Services
Additional accessibility apps may be downloaded 
from the Google Play store. Certain accessibility 
services you install may be configured here. 
Settings  
						

							91Private Mode
Private Mode
Hide personal content from 
being accessed by anyone else 
using your device. 
Private mode is only available for 
certain applications.
Note: A secure screen lock (Pattern, PIN, Password, 
or Fingerprint) is required to use Private Mode.
Set Up Private Mode
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Private mode.
3.
 
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ollow the prompts to learn about and set up 
Private mode. 
Settings  
						

							92Finger Scanner
Finger Scanner
Use fingerprint recognition as an 
alternative to entering passwords 
in certain apps. 
You can also use your fingerprint 
to verify your identity when 
logging in to your Samsung 
account.
Note: Fingerprint recognition uses the unique 
characteristics of each fingerprint to enhance the 
security of your device. The likelihood of the fingerprint 
sensor confusing even small areas of two different 
fingerprints is very low. But, in rare cases, the 
sensor may recognize a fingerprint that is similar 
to a registered fingerprint.
Register a Fingerprint
You can register up to 3 fingerprints. A password will 
also be set up as an alternative to your fingerprint.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Finger Scanner > Fingerprint manager.
3.
 
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wipe your finger over the Home key to register 
your first fingerprint or to continue to the next 
screen.
Add a Fingerprint
If no fingerprints are registered, the manager 
automatically opens the Register fingerprint 
screen. Otherwise:
 ► T

ap 
 Add and follow the instructions to 
register a fingerprint and password.
Rename a Fingerprint
 ► Touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap  
 Rename.
Delete a Fingerprint
 ►Touch and hold the fingerprint, and then tap 
 Delete .
Change Backup Password
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Finger Scanner > Change backup 
password.
3.
 
En

ter your fingerprint.
4.
 
En

ter a new backup password.
Additional Settings
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Finger Scanner for options.
• Screen lock: Change your Screen lock 
and access Screen lock settings. For more 
information, see Lock Screen .
• Verify Samsung account: Verify your identity 
using your fingerprint when logging in to your 
Samsung account.
• Pay with PayPal: Link your PayPal account to 
your device to make faster and more secure 
PayPal payments using any of your registered 
fingerprints. 
Settings  
						

							93Motions and Gestures
Control certain device actions 
by touching the screen with the 
palm of your hand.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings.
2.
 T

ap Motions and gestures.
3.
 
T

ap an option, and tap ON/OFF to enable each 
of the following:
• Direct call: Call the contact whose call log, 
message, or contact details are currently on 
the screen by bringing the device close to 
your ear.
• Smart alert: Set the device to vibrate when 
you pick it up to notify you about missed calls 
and messages.
• Mute/pause: Mute or pause sounds and video 
by covering the screen or turning over the 
device.
• Palm swipe to capture: Capture an image of 
the screen when you sweep your hand left or 
right across the screen.
Motions and Gestures 
Settings  
						

							94Air View
Preview information, extend text, 
or enlarge pictures by hovering 
your finger over the screen.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings.
2.
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ap Air view.
3.
 
T

ap ON/OFF to turn the feature on.
Air View 
Settings  
						

							95Accounts
Accounts
Set up and manage accounts, 
including your Google Account, 
Samsung account, email, and 
social networking accounts.
Depending on the account, you 
can choose to synchronize your 
calendar, contacts, and other 
types of content.
Add an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings.
2.
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ap Accounts > Add account.
3.
 
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ap one of the account types.
4.
 
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ollow the prompts to enter your credentials and 
set up the account.
Synchronize Accounts
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2. Tap Accounts > [Account type].
3.
 
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ap an account to view the sync settings for that 
account.
4.
 
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k individual data items to sync.
5.
 
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ap 
 More options > Sync now to synchronize 
the account.
Note : Sync options and the location of the sync 
command differ depending on the account type.
Account Settings
Each account has its own set of settings. In addition, 
you can configure common settings for all accounts 
of the same type.
Note : Account settings and available features vary 
between account types and service providers. Contact 
your service provider for more information on your 
account’s settings.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Accounts > [
Account type].
3. Tap an account to configure that account’s sync  settings.
– or –
Tap Settings  or other available options to 
configure common settings for all accounts of 
this type.
Remove an Account
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
 T

ap Accounts > [
Account type].
3. Tap the account, and then tap  More options > 
Remove account. 
Settings