Samsung S5 Mini Instruction Manual

							56S Voice
S  Voice
Speak commands to perform 
operations on your device, and 
to speak criteria for searches 
and other operations.
Use S Voice
™ to find everything 
from directions to trivia answers 
to the current weather forecast.
Access S Voice
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 S Voice.
2.
 Spe
 ak a command.
3.
 
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ap the microphone icon, if the device does not 
hear you, or to give it another command.
Tip: Tap 
 More options for example commands and 
to view a tutorial.
S Voice Settings
These settings allow you to modify settings 
associated with using S Voice.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 S Voice.
2.
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ap 
 More options > Settings .
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ap an option and follow the prompts. 
Applications  
						

							57Samsung Apps/Galaxy Apps
Samsung Apps is now Galaxy 
Apps. When you access 
Samsung Apps, Galaxy Apps is 
installed on your device.
Galaxy Apps
Samsung Galaxy Apps is a free storefront that 
provides a quick and easy way to find and download 
apps that are compatible with your Galaxy device.
To access the Samsung Galaxy Apps website:
 ►F

rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Galaxy Apps.
Galaxy Essentials
Galaxy Essentials is a collection of specially chosen 
applications available through Samsung Apps.
From Galaxy Essentials, you can access and 
download a collection of premium content, free of 
charge.
To access Galaxy Essentials:
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Galaxy Apps, and then swipe across 
the Galaxy Apps screens and tap GALAXY 
Essentials.
– or –
Swipe across the Home screens and locate and 
tap the GALAXY Essentials widget.
2.
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ollow the prompts to download Galaxy 
Essentials apps specially chosen from Samsung 
Apps.
Note : A Samsung account is required to purchase 
and download apps.
Samsung Apps/Galaxy Apps 
Applications  
						

							58Studio
Studio
Use Studio editing tools to add 
effects to pictures and edit 
movies in the Gallery.
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps >  Studio.
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he following Studios are displayed:
• Photo Studio: Improve the quality of your 
pictures by adjusting the brightness, contrast, 
and more. Crop and rotate your pictures, add 
effects, decorations, and more.
• Collage Studio: Create collages using 
multiple pictures.
• Shot & more: Edit and fine tune pictures 
you’ve taken with the Shot & more shooting 
mode. For more information, see Shooting 
Mode.
• Video trimmer: Use the left and right slider 
controls to set new starting and ending points 
for your video. 
Applications  
						

							59Video Player
Video Player
File name
Change player
Pop-up player
Volume
More options
Rewind 
video or go  to previous  video Scan forward 
or go to next 
video
Pause/Play
Playback  position
Screen ratio
Video length
Time elapsed 
Play and manage videos stored 
on your device.
To access Video:
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Video.
2.
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croll through the videos stored on your device. 
After a few seconds, each video thumbnail 
begins playing a preview of the clip.
3.
 
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ap a video to view it.
Use Pop -Up Player
Multi-task with Pop-Up Player —  t ransform your video 
player into a pop-up window. The video will continue 
to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or 
moved anywhere on the screen.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps >  Video.
2.
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ap a video to view it.
3.
 
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ap 
 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. 
Applications  
						

							60Voice Recorder
Voice Recorder
Record voice memos and notes.
Create a Voice Recording
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Voice Recorder.
2.
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ap 
 More options > Settings  > 
Recording quality to adjust the recording 
quality.
3.
 
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ap 
 Select mode to choose the appropriate 
recording mode:
• Normal: This recording mode picks up any 
sounds detected by the microphones.
• Interview: The top and bottom microphones 
are used for two-directional recording. The 
top and bottom of the device pick up equal 
amounts of sound. Microphones can be muted 
during recording and playback.
• Conversation: The microphones are 
sensitive to sound from all directions and 
can distinguish up to eight sources of sound. 
Sound sources can be muted during recording 
and playback.
• Voice memo: Voice input is converted to text 
on screen. The maximum recording time is five 
minutes.
The following additional controls are available:
•  Record: Record an audio file.
•  Stop : Stop recording. The file is automatically 
saved.
•  Pause: Pause the recording of an audio file.
•  Cancel: Cancel the recording of an audio file.
•  Bookmark: Add a bookmark to the recording.
Manage Recordings
To display a list of recordings:
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Voice Recorder.
2.
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ap 
 List.
To search through available recordings:
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ap 
 Search.
To share or delete one or more voice recordings:
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ap 
 More options > Select.
2.
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ap each recording you want to delete or tap the 
selected checkbox at the top of the screen to 
select all recordings.
3.
 
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ap 
 Share via to share the recordings or tap
 Delete  to delete the recordings.
For additional options:
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ap 
 More options.
• Select: Choose desired recordings.
• Sort by: Sort the list of recordings.
• Filter by category: Filter entries by category.
• Edit categories: Modify your categories.
• Settings : Configure Voice Recorder. 
Applications      
						

							Configure your device’s 
connections and settings, 
add accounts, and customize 
the home screen, apps, 
and features.
Settings  
						

							62How 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 .
Settings Options
• Some options use an 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 checkmark 
displays. Tap the checkmark to remove it and 
disable the option.
Search for Settings
If you are not sure exactly where to find a certain 
setting, you can use the Setting search feature.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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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.
Change How Settings Are Listed
Settings can be listed in a grid view (default) , a list 
view, or a tab view.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
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ap 
 More options > View as.
3.
 
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elect a different view.
Customize the Quick Settings 
Menu
Quick settings are the settings that you are most 
likely to frequently use. When you first access the 
Settings menu, the Quick settings are set to a 
default list of settings. 
Change the Quick Settings Menu
You can change the Quick settings menu to include 
your most frequently used settings. 
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap 
 More options > Edit quick settings.
• Select settings to display in your 
Quick settings menu.
Settings that are checked display in the 
Quick settings menu. 
• Uncheck a setting type to remove it.
3.
 
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ap DONE to save your new Quick settings 
menu. 
Settings  
						

							63Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
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 
(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.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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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.
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ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
• When Wi-Fi is first turned on, your device 
automatically scans for available networks and 
displays them.
3.
 
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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.
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o manually scan for networks, tap 
 More options > Scan.
Manually Connect to a 
Wi
-F
 i Network
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3.
 
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wipe to the bottom of the screen and tap 
Add Wi-Fi network.
4.
 
Ent
 er information about the Wi-Fi network:
• Network SSID: 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 Proxy settings, 
IP settings, or Key management.
5.
 
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ap CONNECT to store the new information and 
connect to your target WAP.
Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi  Direct 
Settings  
						

							64Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Settings
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many 
of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on.
3.
 
T

ap 
 More options for options:
• Scan: Start another scan for nearby Wi-Fi 
networks.
• Wi-Fi Direct: Configure a Wi-Fi Direct 
connection with a nearby device.
• Advanced:
 -Network notification: Receive a notification 
when new Wireless Access Points (WAPs) 
are available.
 -Passpoint: Connect to passpoint-enabled 
Wi-Fi Access Points automatically. 
 -Sort by: Sort Wi-Fi networks by Alphabet or 
Signal strength.
 -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.
 -Smart network switch: Automatically switch 
between Wi-Fi and mobile networks to 
maintain a stable Internet connection.
 -Install 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) .
• 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) .
• Share Wi-Fi profile: Share Wi-Fi profiles you 
have created with others.
• Help: Learn about setting up and using Wi-Fi 
networks, and other settings.
Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct device-t o-device 
connections via Wi-Fi, without having to connect to a 
Wi-Fi network.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Wi-Fi, and then tap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. 
Wi-Fi must be on to configure settings.
3.
 
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ap 
 More options > Wi-Fi Direct. Your device 
automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct 
devices or you can tap  SCAN to start scanning.
4.
 
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ter scanning for devices, select a device, 
and then follow the prompts to complete the 
connection.
To rename your device (as seen by other devices):
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ap 
 More options > Rename device.
To disconnect from a device:
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ap END CONNECTION.
Wi-Fi Direct Status Indicator
When your device is connected to another device 
using Wi-Fi Direct, 
 displays in the Status bar. 
Settings  
						

							65Bluetooth
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-free 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.
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ap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn 
Bluetooth on or off.
Bluetooth Status Indicators
When Bluetooth is turned on,  displays in the 
Status bar.
Change Your Device’s Name
Change the name others use when pairing with your 
device via Bluetooth.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Bluetooth > 
 More options > 
Rename device.
3.
 
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ap the device name field and edit your device 
name.
Make Your Device Visible to 
Other Bluetooth Devices
When you make your device visible, other Bluetooth 
can find it in a scan and initiate pairing. You can 
choose the length of time your device remains 
visible.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn 
Bluetooth on. 
3.
 
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ap Bluetooth > 
 More options > 
Visibility timeout.
4.
 
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elect a time period for your device to remain 
visible after you turn on visibility.
Scan for Bluetooth Devices
When you want to pair with another Bluetooth 
device, you can scan for nearby devices that are 
visible.
1.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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a p  Bluetooth, and then tap ON/OFF to turn 
Bluetooth on.
3.
 
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hen Bluetooth is first turned on, it scans for 
nearby Bluetooth devices and displays them.
• To manually perform a new scan, tap SCAN . 
Settings