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...

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.
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rom a Home screen, tap 
 Apps > 
 Settings .
2.
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ap Easy mode.
3.
 
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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...

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.
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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.
•...

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...

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...

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.
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ap Motions and gestures.
3.
 
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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...

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.
 
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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...