Samsung Galaxy S5 User Manual

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Drive
Use this app to access files stored in your Google Drive storage service. You can store all your 
files in one place, access them from anywhere, and share them with others.
Tap 
Drive on the Apps screen.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Dropbox
Use this app to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save 
files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other devices 
that have Dropbox installed.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
1 Tap Dropbox on the Apps screen.
2 Sign in to your Dropbox account. If you do not have it, create a Dropbox account.
3 Tap Turn on Camera Upload.
The device uploads photos taken with the device’s camera to Dropbox. To upload videos, 
drag the 
Include videos switch to the right.
To upload photos or videos manually, tap 
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4 Use the following functions:
•	 : Upload or open files. Tap  → Upload here to upload files.
•	 : View the uploaded photos or videos. Tap  to share or delete files, or create 
albums.
•	 : Open files in the favourites list.
•	 : View notifications.
Google
Use this app to search the Internet. You can also use it to search for apps and app content 
saved on the device or memory card.
Tap 
Google on the Apps screen.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Searching the device
Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then say a keyword.
Google Now
View Google Now cards that show the current weather, public transit info, your next 
appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it.
Join Google Now when you launch 
Google for the first time. To change Google Now settings, 
tap 
 → Settings, and then drag the Google Now switch to the left or right.   
						

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Kids Mode
Use this widget to provide a fun and safe environment for children by restricting children’s 
access to certain apps or content.
First, download and install the widget, and then, on the Home screen, tap 
Kids Mode → 
Install. When the widget is installed, it appears on the Home and Apps screens.
To start kids mode, tap 
Kids Mode on the Home or Apps screen.
When you launch this widget for the first time, tap 
Set PIN at the bottom of the screen. Then, 
follow the on-screen instructions.
If the Kids Mode widget is accidentally uninstalled from the Apps screen, you can add 
the widget to the Home screen again. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty 
area, tap 
Widgets, tap and hold the Kids Mode widget, and then drag it to the Home 
screen. Then, tap the widget to launch 
Kids Mode.
Kids mode Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point to access all of apps in kids mode.
Kids DrawingKids Media
Exit kids mode.
Access parental control.
Newly added apps
Kids Voice Recorder
Kids Camera
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Use this app to take photos or videos.
Use this app to create a drawing with a pen, a brush, and more.
Use this app to play video files. Before you use this app, add videos that are saved on the 
device to the app.
Use this app to view saved images, drawings, voice recordings, and media files that you allow 
your child to access.
Use this app to record or play voice recordings.   
						

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Kids mode play area
Scroll right on the Home screen to open kids mode play area.
You can interact with characters, background objects, and more.
Parental control
Use this feature to set restrictions for kids mode to control access to content and apps. You 
can change kids mode settings, usage time limits, and more.
On the Home screen, tap 
 and enter the PIN.
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Tap  and use the following:
•	Children’s name: View and edit children’s profile.
•	Activity: View information about how your children use the device, such as playing 
duration and frequently-used apps.
•	Daily playtime limit: Set a time limit to manage your children’s usage.
•	Applications: View and add apps that are allowed to be used in kids mode.
•	Media: Allow your children to access certain images and videos saved on the device.
•	General: Configure kids mode settings.
•	Kids Store: Download apps for kids from Samsung Apps.
Magnifier
Use this widget to magnify text or objects with the rear camera.
To add it to the Home screen, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap 
Widgets, 
tap and hold the 
Magnifier widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.
Tap the 
Magnifier widget on the Home screen.
Tap 
 or  to adjust the magnification.
To focus on the centre of the screen, tap 
. You can also adjust the focus manually by tapping 
where you want to focus.
To turn on the flash to view text or objects in dark conditions, tap 
.
To take a photo of text or objects, tap 
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Maps
Use this app to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.
Tap 
Maps on the Apps screen.
This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Searching for locations
Search for locations by entering an address or a keyword. Once the location is found, select a 
location to view the detailed information. Refer to the help for more information.
Getting directions for a destination
Tap  to set starting and ending locations, and then select a travel method. The device shows 
the routes to get to the destination.
Memo
Use this app to record important information to save and view at a later date.
Tap 
Memo on the Apps screen.
Adding and managing categories
Create categories to sort and manage your memos.
On the memos list, tap 
 → Manage categories.
To add a new category, tap 
, enter a category name, and then tap OK.
To delete a category, tap 
 next to the category.
To rename a category, tap and hold a category name, enter a new name for the category, and 
then tap 
OK.
To change the category order, tap 
 next to a category and drag it up or down to another 
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Composing memos
Tap  on the memos list and enter a memo. While composing a memo, use the following 
options:
•	 : Create or set a category.
•	 : Insert images.
•	 : Make a voice recording to insert.
To save the memo, tap 
Done.
To edit a memo, tap a memo, and then tap the content of the memo.
Searching for memos
Tap  on the memos list and enter a keyword to search for memos that include the keyword.
Deleting memos
Tap  → Delete, select memos, and then tap Done.
To delete the memo while viewing it, tap 
 → Delete.
My Files
About My Files
Use this app to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos, songs, 
and sound clips.
Tap 
My Files on the Apps screen.   
						

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Viewing files
Tap My Files on the Apps screen.
Select a folder to open it. To go up a level in the directory, tap 
. To return to the My Files main 
screen, tap 
.
Select a folder, tap 
, and then use one of the following options:
•	Select: Select files or folders.
•	Delete: Delete files or folders.
•	Create folder: Create a folder.
•	View mode: Change the view mode.
•	Sort by: Sort files or folders.
•	Add shortcut: Add a shortcut to the folder on the Home screen or the My Files main 
screen.
•	Settings: Change the file manager settings.
Tap and hold a file or folder, and then use one of the following options:
•	 : Send files to others or share them.
•	 : Delete files or folders.
•	 → Move: Move files or folders to another folder.
•	 → Copy: Copy files or folders to another folder.
•	 → Rename: Rename a file or folder.
•	 → Add shortcut: Add a shortcut of the folder to the Home screen or the My Files main 
screen.
•	 → Zip: Compress files or folders to create a zip file.
•	 → Details: View file or folder details.
Searching for files or folders
Tap My Files on the Apps screen.
Tap 
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Viewing storage information
Tap My Files on the Apps screen.
Tap 
 to view memory information for your device and memory card.
Adding FTP server shortcuts to the device
Add an FTP server shortcut to the shortcuts area.
Tap 
My Files on the Apps screen.
Tap 
 → Add FTP server, enter details such as server address, user name, and password, and 
then tap 
Done.
Torch
Use this widget to turn the flash on or off to improve visibility.
To add it to the Home screen, on the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, tap 
Widgets, 
tap and hold the 
Torch widget, and then drag it to the Home screen.
Tap the 
Torch widget on the Home screen to turn it on or off.