Samsung S8+ User manual

SAMSUNG

Galaxy

S8+

U S ER MANU A L

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Table of contents

Special features

Hi Bixby

Flexible security

Water and dust resistance

Getting started

Front view

Back view

Set up your device

Assemble your device

Start using your device

Learn about your device

Navigation

Navigation bar 19

Home screen 21

Customize your Home screen 22

Status bar 28

Notification panel 30

Edge screen 33

Bixby 39

Always On Display 41

Face recognition 42

Iris scanner 43

Fingerprint scanner 45

Multi window 47

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Emergency mode

Apps

Use apps

Calculator

Calendar

Camera and video

Clock

Contacts

Galaxy Apps

Gallery

Google Apps

Internet

Messages

My Files 101

Phone 103

Samsung Gear 113

Samsung Notes 114

Samsung Pay 116

Samsung+ 118

Secure Folder 120

Smart Switch 122

Samsung Connect 122

Additional apps 123

Settings 124

Access Settings 125

Search for Settings 125

Connections 126

Wi-Fi 127

Bluetooth

Phone visibility

Data usage

Airplane mode

NFC and payment

Mobile hotspot

Tethering

Location

Nearby device scanning

Connect to aprinter

MirrorLink

Download booster

Virtual Private Networks

Ethernet

Sounds and vibration

130

132

133

134

137

139

140

141

143

144

Sound mode 145

Vibrations 146

Volume 146

Ringtone 147

Notification sounds 147

Do not disturb 148

System sounds 148

Key-tap feedback 149

Sound quality and effects 149

Separate app sound 150

Notifications 151

Manage notifications 152

Smart alert 152

Display 153

Screen off settings 154

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Screen brightness

Blue light filter

Font and screen zoom

Screen quality

Full screen apps

LED indicator

Smart stay

One-handed mode

Device maintenance

Quick optimization

Battery

Performance mode

Storage

Memory

Device security

154

155

156

157

158

159

160

162

163

Language and input 163

Date and time 167

Report diagnostic information 168

Reset 168

Factory data reset 169

Auto restart 171

Software update 172

Lock screen and security 173

Screen lock types 174

Biometric locks 175

Lock screen and AOD settings 175

Google Play Protect 176

Find My Mobile 176

Security update 177

Samsung Pass 177

Secure Folder

App permission monitor

Secure startup

Encrypt SD card

View passwords

Security update service

Device administration

Credential storage

Advanced security settings

Accounts

Samsung Cloud

Add an account

Backup and restore

Google settings

Accessibility

177

178

179

180

181

182

183

185

186

187

Vision 188

Hearing 189

Dexterity and interaction 190

More accessibility settings 191

Accessibility services 191

Other settings 192

Help 193

Manage game features 193

Device assistance app 193

Dual messenger 194

About phone 194

Getting help 195

Videos 195

Smart Simulator 195

Tips and Tricks 195

Samsung Care 195

Legal 196

Legal information 197

Special features

Learn about your mobile device’s

special features.

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Hi Bixby Fingerprint scanner

Bixby responds to your voice commands and can help

you understand your settings and set up your Samsung

device.

For more information, see “Bixby” on page 39.

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 device.

For more information, see “Face recognition” on

page 42.

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 “Fingerprint scanner” on

page 45.

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 “Iris scanner” on page 43.

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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 201.

Special features 3

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