Huawei MATE 9 Operating manual
User Guide
Contents
Foreword
Unboxing your Phone
Getting to know your phone 2
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card 2
Charging your phone 3
Viewing the battery status 5
Getting Started
Setup wizard 6
Enabling or disabling a SIM card 6
Naming a SIM card 7
Selecting the default mobile data SIM 7
Setting the default SIM card 7
Connecting to the Internet 8
Importing data from your old phone 8
Viewing recommended settings 10
Screen and Display
Home screen 12
Locking and unlocking the screen 28
Notification panel and status bar 32
Navigation bar 37
Themes 40
Floating dock 40
Global search 42
Screenshot 43
Screen recording 47
Split-screen mode 51
Using motion gestures 54
Eye comfort mode 55
Display settings 56
Network and Sharing
Mobile Internet 60
Wi-Fi 62
Bluetooth 65
NFC 67
Multi-screen 69
VPNs 71
HiSuite 72
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Using Huawei Share to transfer files between two Huawei
devices 73
Using a USB port to transfer data 74
Security and Backup
Fingerprint recognition 78
User accounts 80
Security settings 82
Backing up and restoring data 83
File management 88
Calls and Contacts
Making calls 92
Answering calls 95
Making a conference call 97
In-call options 98
Managing call logs 99
Call settings 100
Creating a contact card 104
Creating a new contact 105
Importing and exporting contacts 106
Managing contacts 108
Searching for contacts 110
Sharing contacts 110
Adding a contact to your favorites 111
Changing contact photos 111
Viewing call records for individual contacts 111
Assigning a ringtone to a contact 112
Contact groups 112
Messaging and Email
Sending a message 114
Replying to a message 115
Using RCS instant messaging 115
Searching for messages 116
Deleting message threads 116
Managing messages 116
Returning to the top of the message list 116
Pinning messages to the top of the list 117
Marking messages as read 117
Blocking spam messages 117
Adding a message signature 118
Configuring the message ringtone 118
Identifying malicious URLs in text messages 118
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Receiving delivery reports 118
Adding an email account 119
Sending emails 119
Replying to emails 120
Managing emails 120
Searching emails 121
Viewing email folders 121
Managing VIP contacts 122
Managing email accounts 122
Configuring Mail 123
Calendar and Notepad
Changing the calendar view 124
Viewing global holidays 124
Birthday reminders 124
Syncing events 125
Creating an event 125
Sharing events 125
Deleting an event 126
Searching for events 126
Sending event invitations 126
Creating a note 126
Managing notes 127
Backing up notes 128
Camera and Gallery
Camera options 129
Photos and video recordings 129
Object recognition and Pro camera mode 133
Wide aperture mode 135
Monochrome mode 135
Beauty mode 135
Perfect Selfie mode 136
HDR mode 136
Taking panoramic shots 136
Super Night mode 137
Light Painting mode 137
Slow motion recording 137
Time-lapse mode 138
Adding watermarks to photos 138
Audio notes 139
Document correction 139
Managing shooting modes 139
Configuring the camera settings 140
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Viewing photos and videos 141
Organizing albums 143
Sharing photos and videos 144
Editing a photo 144
Editing Videos 146
Configuring Gallery 147
Music and Video
About Music 149
Searching for music 149
Deleting songs 149
Creating a playlist 149
Playing a playlist 150
Controlling playback using a smart headset 150
Playing a video 150
Phone Manager
Optimizing performance 152
Enhancing speed 152
Managing data usage 152
Harassment filter 153
Battery management 154
Managing app permissions 155
Virus scanner 156
Encrypting apps 157
Setting apps to close automatically when the screen is locked 157
Configuring Phone Manager 158
Tools
Logging in to two social media accounts at the same time 159
Health 159
Weather 159
Clock 161
Smart Controller 164
Sound recorder 165
Calculator 167
Mirror 168
Compass 169
Flashlight 169
System Features and Settings
Power on and off timer 171
Restarting your phone 171
Changing the system language 171
Using the Google input method 172
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Input method settings 172
Editing text 173
Airplane mode 174
Updating your carrier settings 175
Configuring the sound settings 175
One-hand mode 176
Gloves mode 177
Do not disturb 178
Setting up an account 181
Viewing memory and storage information 181
Setting the date and time 182
Enabling location access 182
Restoring system settings 183
Restoring the network settings 183
Restoring factory settings 183
OTA updates 184
Viewing product information 184
Accessibility features 185
Accessories
Flip Case Mode 191
Obtaining help
Personal Information and Data Security
List of safety features
Legal Notice
Contents
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Foreword
Read this guide carefully before using your device.
All pictures and illustrations in this document are for your reference only and may differ from the
final product.
Some features in this guide may not be supported by certain devices or carriers.
Symbols and definitions
Description Highlights important information and tips, and provides
additional information.
Reminder Indicates potential problems that may arise if proper care or
attention is not given, such as device damage or data loss.
Warning Warns you about potential hazards that could cause serious
injury.
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Unboxing your Phone
Getting to know your phone
Dual-lens
camera
Laser sensor
Fingerprint
sensor
Dual-tone flash
Secondary
microphone
USB-Type
C port
Earpiece
Main
microphone
Volume button
Power button
SIM tray
Front camera
Headset
jack
Ambient light
sensor
Proximity sensor
Status indicator
Infrared sensor
Secondary
microphone
Main
microphone
Do not cover the light sensor, as this may affect some of the phone's functions. When using
a screen protector, ensure that it has a purpose-built cutout for the light sensor.
Inserting a SIM card and microSD card
Your phone's 2-in-1 card slot is located on the upper-left side of the phone. You can insert 2
nano-SIM cards, or 1 nano-SIM card and 1 microSD card.
lYour phone only supports nano-SIM cards. If necessary, contact your carrier for a new or
replacement nano-SIM card.
lOnly use standard nano-SIM cards to avoid damaging the SIM card tray.
lEnsure that the card is in the correct position and keep the card tray level when inserting it into
your phone.
lBe careful not to hurt yourself or damage your phone when using the SIM eject pin.
lStore the SIM eject pin out of the reach of children to prevent accidental swallowing or injury.
1Press and hold the power button, and then touch to turn off your phone.
2To remove the card tray, insert the SIM eject pin included with your phone into the small hole
next to the card tray.
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3Insert a nano-SIM card or microSD card into the card tray.
4Insert the card tray back into your phone in the correct orientation.
Charging your phone
A low battery warning will be displayed when the battery is nearly empty. Charge your phone
immediately to prevent it from switching off automatically.
Using a charger to charge your phone
Connect your phone to a mains socket using the charger and USB cable that came with your
phone.
You must use the charger and USB cable that came with your phone to benefit from quick
charge speeds. Using other chargers or USB cables may cause your phone to continuously
restart or increase the charging time. It may also cause the charger to overheat, or even
damage your device or cause the battery to explode.
lIf your phone does not respond when you press the power button, the battery is probably
empty. Charge your battery for at least 10 minutes using a genuine Huawei charger, and
then turn on your phone.
lYour phone will automatically conduct a safety check when you connect it to a charger or
other devices. If your phone detects that the USB port is wet, it will automatically stop
charging and display a safety message. If this message is displayed, unplug the USB
cable from your phone and allow the USB port to dry out completely to avoid damaging
your phone or the battery.
Using a USB port to charge your phone
If you don't have access to a charger, you can charge your phone by connecting it to a computer
with a USB cable.
1When you use a USB cable to connect your phone to a computer or another device, Allow
access to device data? will be displayed in a popup dialog.
2Touch NO, CHARGE ONLY.
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If another USB connection mode has been selected, swipe down from the top of the screen to
open the notification panel. Touch Charging via USB, and then select Charge only.
Charging other phones using a USB Type-C cable (reverse charging)
You can use your phone to charge other devices with a USB Type-C port (reverse charging).
1Connect your phone to another device using a USB Type-C cable.
2On your phone, swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel, and then set
the USB connection mode to Reverse charging.
3On the other device, set the USB connection mode to Charge only.
To charge your phone using another device, set the USB connection mode to Charge only on
your phone, and then set the USB connection mode on the other device to Reverse charging.
Safety information
lOnly use genuine Huawei batteries, chargers, and USB cables to charge your phone. Third-
party accessories are a potential safety hazard and may impair your phone's performance.
lYou can recharge your battery many times, but all batteries have a limited lifespan. If you
notice a significant deterioration in your phone's battery life, you will need to purchase a
replacement battery. Do not attempt to remove built-in batteries. If your phone has built-in
battery, contact an authorized Huawei service center for a replacement. If the battery is
removable, replace it with a genuine Huawei battery.
lYour phone may become warm after prolonged use or when exposed to high ambient
temperatures. If your phone becomes hot to the touch, unplug the USB cable, disable non-
essential features, and avoid prolonged skin contact. Place your phone in a cool location and
allow it to cool down to room temperature.
lCharging times may vary depending on the ambient temperature and the remaining battery
level.
lAvoid using your phone when it is charging. Do not cover your phone or the charger.
For more information on charging and battery care, visit http://consumer.huawei.com/cn/ and
search for your device's user guide.
Battery status information
The battery status is indicated by your phone's indicator light and the battery icon in the status
bar.
Status indicator Battery icon Battery status
Flashing or constant
red
Less than 4% remaining
Red Charging, less than 10% remaining
Orange Charging, 10–90% remaining
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