Galaxy Note8 Verizon User Guide

User guide.

Galaxy Note8

verizon

SMARTPHONE

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference.

Table of Contents

Special Features.....1 Learn About Your Device .....16
S Pen .....2 Front View .....17
Hello Bixby .....2 Back View .....19
Flexible Security .....2 Navigation .....20
Water and Dust Resistance .....3 Home Screen .....24
Getting Started.....4 Customize Your Home Screen .....27
Set Up Your Device .....5 Notification Panel .....32
Assemble Your Device .....6 S Pen Functions .....35
Start Using Your Device.....9 Edge Screen .....41
S Pen .....14 Bixby .....45
Always On Display .....46

Face Recognition.....47
Fingerprint Scanner.....48
Iris Scanner.....49
Multi Window.....52
Enter Text.....54
Emergency Mode.....56
Apps .....59
Use Apps.....60
Applications Settings.....63
Calculator.....66
Calendar.....68
Camera and Video.....71
Clock.....77
Contacts.....80
Email.....87

Gallery.....90
Google Apps.....95
Internet.....98
Message+.....102
Messages.....105
My Files.....109
PEN.UP.....111
Phone.....112
Samsung Connect.....122
Samsung Gear.....122
Samsung Health.....123
Samsung Notes.....125
Smart Switch.....127
Verizon Apps.....128

Table of Contents iii

Settings ..... 131
Download Booster ..... 150
How to Use Settings ..... 132
Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ..... 151
Connections ..... 134
Wi-Fi ..... 135
Sound and Vibration ..... 153
Bluetooth ..... 138
Data Usage ..... 140
Airplane Mode ..... 142
NFC and Payment ..... 143
Mobile Hotspot ..... 144
Tethering ..... 147
Mobile Networks ..... 147
Location ..... 148
Nearby Device Scanning ..... 149
Printing ..... 149
MirrorLink ..... 150
Sound Mode ..... 154
Easy Mute ..... 154
Vibrations ..... 154
Volume ..... 155
Ringtone ..... 157
Notification Sounds ..... 157
Do Not Disturb ..... 158
System Sounds ..... 158
Key-Tap Feedback ..... 159
Sound Quality and Effects ..... 159
Separate App Sound ..... 160
Table of Contents iv

Notifications .....161
Block App Notifications .....162
Customize App Notifications .....162
Smart Alert .....162
Display .....163
Screen Brightness .....164
Blue Light Filter .....164
Screen Mode .....165
Screen Resolution .....165
Screen Zoom and Font .....166
Full Screen Apps .....166
Easy Mode .....167
Icon Frames .....167
LED Indicator .....167
Status Bar .....168
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Screen Timeout .....168
Block Accidental Touches .....168
Screen Saver .....168
Smart Stay .....169
One-Handed Mode .....169
Device Maintenance .....170
Battery .....171
Performance Mode .....171
Storage .....172
Language and Input .....173
Date and Time .....177
Report Diagnostic Information .....177
Reset .....178
System Updates .....180

Lock Screen and Security .....181
Screen Lock Types .....182
Lock Screen and AOD Settings .....183
Samsung Pass .....184
Unknown Sources .....184
Secure Folder .....184
App Permission Monitor .....184
Secure Startup .....185
Encrypt SD Card .....185
Set Up SIM Card Lock .....185
View Passwords .....185
Security Update Service .....186
Phone Administration .....186
Credential Storage .....187
Advanced Security Settings .....187

Note of Contents

Accounts .....189
Add an Account .....190
Backup and Reset .....192
Google Settings .....192
Accessibility .....193
Vision .....194
Hearing .....195
Dexterity and Interaction .....196
More Accessibility Settings .....197
Accessibility Services .....197
Other Settings .....198
Help .....199
Manage Game Features .....199
Device Assistance App .....199
Dual Messenger .....200

About Phone .....200
Getting Help .....201
Videos .....202
Simulators .....202
Tips .....202
Samsung Care .....202
Verizon Glossary .....202
Legal .....203
Legal Information .....204

Special Features

Learn about your mobile device's special features.

S Pen

The S Pen™ is a stylus that assists you in performing various functions. For more information, see "S Pen Functions" on page 35.

SAMSUNG

Hello Bixby

Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help you understand your settings and set up your Samsung device.

For more information, see $ \underline{\text{Bixby}} $ on page 45.

Flexible Security

Use your face, fingerprint, or iris to unlock your device.

Face Recognition

Configure facial recognition security to add an extra layer of security when using your phone.

For more information, see $ \underline{\text{“Face Recognition” on page 47}} $.

Fingerprint Scanner

Use your fingerprint 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.

For more information, see $ \underline{\text{Fingerprint Scanner}} $ on $ \underline{\text{page 48}} $.

Iris Scanner

Use iris recognition as an alternative to entering passwords in certain apps. You can also use your eyes to verify your identity when logging in to your Samsung account.

For more information, see $ \underline{\text{Iris Scanner}} $ on page 49.

Water and Dust Resistance

This device is rated IP68 using the Ingress Protection rating system.

For more information, see "Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance" on page 208.

Getting Started

Learn about your mobile device hardware, assembly procedures, and how to get started using your