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Table of contents Features Meet Bixby Camera Mobile continuity Dark mode Security Expandable storage Getting started Galaxy A50 Set up your device Charge the battery Accessories Start using your device Use the Setup Wizard Transfer data from an old device Lock or unlock your device Side key settings Accounts i 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 5 5 6 6 7 8 8 UNL_A505U1_EN_UM_TN_TD2_052620_FINAL
Table of contents Features Meet Bixby Camera Mobile continuity Dark mode Security Expandable storage Getting started Galaxy A50 Set up your device Charge the battery Accessories Start using your device Use the Setup Wizard Transfer data from an old device Lock or unlock your device Side key settings Accounts i 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 5 5 6 6 7 8 8 UNL_A505U1_EN_UM_TN_TD2_052620_FINAL
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Table of contents Set up voicemail 9 Navigation 10 Navigation bar 15 Customize your home screen 17 Samsung Daily 24 Bixby 25 Digital wellbeing and parental controls 26 Always On Display 27 Biometric security 28 Mobile continuity 30 Multi window 32 Enter text 33 Emergency mode 36 Apps 38 Using apps 39 Uninstall or disable apps 39 Search for apps 39 Sort apps 39 Create and use folders 40 ii
Table of contents Set up voicemail 9 Navigation 10 Navigation bar 15 Customize your home screen 17 Samsung Daily 24 Bixby 25 Digital wellbeing and parental controls 26 Always On Display 27 Biometric security 28 Mobile continuity 30 Multi window 32 Enter text 33 Emergency mode 36 Apps 38 Using apps 39 Uninstall or disable apps 39 Search for apps 39 Sort apps 39 Create and use folders 40 ii
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Table of contents Game Booster 40 App settings 41 Samsung apps 43 Galaxy Essentials 43 Bixby 43 Galaxy Store 43 Galaxy Wearable 43 Game Launcher 44 Samsung Global Goals 44 Samsung Members 44 SmartThings 44 Calculator 45 Calendar 46 Camera 48 Clock 54 Contacts 59 Email 64 Gallery 67 Internet 72 iii
Table of contents Game Booster 40 App settings 41 Samsung apps 43 Galaxy Essentials 43 Bixby 43 Galaxy Store 43 Galaxy Wearable 43 Game Launcher 44 Samsung Global Goals 44 Samsung Members 44 SmartThings 44 Calculator 45 Calendar 46 Camera 48 Clock 54 Contacts 59 Email 64 Gallery 67 Internet 72 iii
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Table of contents Messages 75 My Files 77 Phone 79 Samsung Health 86 Samsung Notes 88 Samsung Pay 90 Google apps 92 Chrome 92 Drive 92 Duo 92 Gmail 92 Google 92 Maps 93 Photos 93 Play Movies & TV 93 Play Music 93 Play Store 93 YouTube 94 iv
Table of contents Messages 75 My Files 77 Phone 79 Samsung Health 86 Samsung Notes 88 Samsung Pay 90 Google apps 92 Chrome 92 Drive 92 Duo 92 Gmail 92 Google 92 Maps 93 Photos 93 Play Movies & TV 93 Play Music 93 Play Store 93 YouTube 94 iv
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Table of contents Settings 95 Access Settings 96 Search for Settings 96 Connections 96 Wi-Fi 96 Bluetooth 98 Phone visibility 99 NFC and payment 100 Airplane mode 101 Data usage 101 Mobile hotspot 101 Tethering 103 Nearby device scanning 104 Connect to a printer 104 MirrorLink 104 Virtual Private Networks 105 Private DNS 105 Ethernet 106 Sounds and vibration 106 v
Table of contents Settings 95 Access Settings 96 Search for Settings 96 Connections 96 Wi-Fi 96 Bluetooth 98 Phone visibility 99 NFC and payment 100 Airplane mode 101 Data usage 101 Mobile hotspot 101 Tethering 103 Nearby device scanning 104 Connect to a printer 104 MirrorLink 104 Virtual Private Networks 105 Private DNS 105 Ethernet 106 Sounds and vibration 106 v
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Table of contents Sound mode 106 Vibrations 107 Volume 107 Ringtone 108 Notification sound 108 System sounds and vibration 109 Dolby Atmos 109 Equalizer 109 UHQ upscaler 110 Adapt sound 110 Separate app sound 110 Notifications 111 Manage notifications 111 Block app notifications 111 Smart alert 111 Smart pop-up view 112 Display 112 Screen brightness 112 Blue light filter 112 vi
Table of contents Sound mode 106 Vibrations 107 Volume 107 Ringtone 108 Notification sound 108 System sounds and vibration 109 Dolby Atmos 109 Equalizer 109 UHQ upscaler 110 Adapt sound 110 Separate app sound 110 Notifications 111 Manage notifications 111 Block app notifications 111 Smart alert 111 Smart pop-up view 112 Display 112 Screen brightness 112 Blue light filter 112 vi
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Table of contents Dark mode 113 Screen mode 113 Font size and style 113 Screen zoom 114 Full screen apps 114 Screen timeout 114 Accidental touch protection 114 Touch sensitivity 114 Show charging information 115 Screen saver 115 Reduce animations 115 Lift to wake 115 Double tap to wake 116 Smart stay 116 One-handed mode 116 Device maintenance 117 Quick optimization 117 Battery 117 Storage 118 vii
Table of contents Dark mode 113 Screen mode 113 Font size and style 113 Screen zoom 114 Full screen apps 114 Screen timeout 114 Accidental touch protection 114 Touch sensitivity 114 Show charging information 115 Screen saver 115 Reduce animations 115 Lift to wake 115 Double tap to wake 116 Smart stay 116 One-handed mode 116 Device maintenance 117 Quick optimization 117 Battery 117 Storage 118 vii
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Table of contents Memory 119 Device security 119 Advanced options 119 Language and input 120 Date and time 123 Troubleshooting 123 Lock screen and security 126 Screen lock types 126 Clock and information 127 Google Play Protect 128 Find My Mobile 128 Security update 129 Samsung Pass 129 Install unknown apps 129 Secure Folder 129 Secure Wi-Fi 130 Encrypt or decrypt SD card 130 View passwords 130 Device administration 131 viii
Table of contents Memory 119 Device security 119 Advanced options 119 Language and input 120 Date and time 123 Troubleshooting 123 Lock screen and security 126 Screen lock types 126 Clock and information 127 Google Play Protect 128 Find My Mobile 128 Security update 129 Samsung Pass 129 Install unknown apps 129 Secure Folder 129 Secure Wi-Fi 130 Encrypt or decrypt SD card 130 View passwords 130 Device administration 131 viii
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Table of contents Credential storage 131 Strong Protection 131 Advanced security settings 132 Permission manager 132 Send diagnostic data 132 Location 133 Accounts 134 Samsung Cloud 134 Add an account 134 Account settings 135 Remove an account 135 Backup and restore 135 Google settings 136 Accessibility 136 Screen Reader 136 Visibility enhancements 137 Hearing enhancements 138 Interaction and dexterity 139 Advanced settings 141 ix
Table of contents Credential storage 131 Strong Protection 131 Advanced security settings 132 Permission manager 132 Send diagnostic data 132 Location 133 Accounts 134 Samsung Cloud 134 Add an account 134 Account settings 135 Remove an account 135 Backup and restore 135 Google settings 136 Accessibility 136 Screen Reader 136 Visibility enhancements 137 Hearing enhancements 138 Interaction and dexterity 139 Advanced settings 141 ix
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Table of contents Installed services 142 About Accessibility 142 Other settings 142 Tips and help 142 Dual Messenger 142 About phone 143 Learn more 144 Videos 144 Samsung Care 144 Talk to an agent 144 Tips 144 Legal information 145 Samsung Knox 145 Restricting children's access to your mobile device 146 x
Table of contents Installed services 142 About Accessibility 142 Other settings 142 Tips and help 142 Dual Messenger 142 About phone 143 Learn more 144 Videos 144 Samsung Care 144 Talk to an agent 144 Tips 144 Legal information 145 Samsung Knox 145 Restricting children's access to your mobile device 146 x
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See Mobile continuity on page 113. 0 Security Use biometrics to keep your device. See Dark mode on page 30. ~ Dark mode Use a darker theme to unlock your eyes comfortable at night. II Expandable storage Expand storage with your mobile devices and personal computers for messaging, phone calls, receiving notifications, screen mirroring, ...
See Mobile continuity on page 113. 0 Security Use biometrics to keep your device. See Dark mode on page 30. ~ Dark mode Use a darker theme to unlock your eyes comfortable at night. II Expandable storage Expand storage with your mobile devices and personal computers for messaging, phone calls, receiving notifications, screen mirroring, ...
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Getting started Galaxy A50 Microphone Rear cameras Flash Front camera Volume keys Side key Speaker Headset jack Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Devices and software are for reference only. 3 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
Getting started Galaxy A50 Microphone Rear cameras Flash Front camera Volume keys Side key Speaker Headset jack Microphone USB charger/Accessory port Devices and software are for reference only. 3 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving -
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Getting started Set up your device, charge it fully. Samsung charging devices and batteries are approved by Samsung. the illustrations you may cause damage. Install SIM/microSD card Place the SIM card and optional microSD card (sold separately) into the tray with the ...
Getting started Set up your device, charge it fully. Samsung charging devices and batteries are approved by Samsung. the illustrations you may cause damage. Install SIM/microSD card Place the SIM card and optional microSD card (sold separately) into the tray with the ...
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... only after you use a screen protector, make sure it has been repaired. ◌ Press and hold the Side key to turn the device on . Visit samsung.com/us /support/answer/ANS00076952. TIP While charging, the device and the charger may only appear after it allows for the device to your device... down . Confirm when prompted. -:¢:- TIP If you have connected an accessory to cool down keys at the same time. To learn more information, visit samsung.com/us /mobile/mobile-accessories to learn more about powering off , open the Notification panel, and tap C) Power > Restart.
... only after you use a screen protector, make sure it has been repaired. ◌ Press and hold the Side key to turn the device on . Visit samsung.com/us /support/answer/ANS00076952. TIP While charging, the device and the charger may only appear after it allows for the device to your device... down . Confirm when prompted. -:¢:- TIP If you have connected an accessory to cool down keys at the same time. To learn more information, visit samsung.com/us /mobile/mobile-accessories to learn more about powering off , open the Notification panel, and tap C) Power > Restart.
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Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to a Wi-Fi® network, set up your device. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to ... the prompts and select the content to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes, calendars, and more information. 6 Transfer data from your old device. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more from an old device Use Smart Switch™ to transfer. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Smart Switch. 2. Smart Switch can...
Visit samsung.com/us/support/owners/app/smart-switch to a Wi-Fi® network, set up your device. Follow the prompts to choose a default language, connect to ... the prompts and select the content to transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes, calendars, and more information. 6 Transfer data from your old device. Visit samsung.com/smartswitch for more from an old device Use Smart Switch™ to transfer. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Smart Switch. 2. Smart Switch can...
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Press to turn on page 126. Devices and software are for reference only. 7 By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. Getting started Lock or unlock your device Use your device's screen lock features to unlock it. the illustrations you see Lock screen and security on the screen, and then swipe the screen to secure your device. Side key Press to lock. For more information about screen locks, see here are constantly evolving -
Press to turn on page 126. Devices and software are for reference only. 7 By default, the device locks automatically when the screen times out. Getting started Lock or unlock your device Use your device's screen lock features to unlock it. the illustrations you see Lock screen and security on the screen, and then swipe the screen to secure your device. Side key Press to lock. For more information about screen locks, see here are constantly evolving -
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Add a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage, apps installed from your account, and make full use of your carrier for more information. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. 2. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. 2. Under the Press and hold the Side key. 1. Tap Double press to the Side key. TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. Tap Add account > Google. 8 See your device's Android™ features. 1. Double press Choose which feature is pressed twice. 1. From Settings, ...
Add a Google Account Sign in to your Google Account to access your Google Cloud Storage, apps installed from your account, and make full use of your carrier for more information. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. 2. From Settings, tap Advanced features > Side key. 2. Under the Press and hold the Side key. 1. Tap Double press to the Side key. TIP Accounts may support email, calendars, contacts, and other features. Tap Add account > Google. 8 See your device's Android™ features. 1. Double press Choose which feature is pressed twice. 1. From Settings, ...
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...access your voicemail service when you sign in to one or more information, see Factory Reset Protection on page 125. Set up your Samsung account, from Settings tap Samsung account profile. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. + 2. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. + ... Phone app. 8 1. Getting started NOTE When you access it for the first time. For more of Samsung apps. 1. Add a Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of your email accounts to view and manage email messages. 1.
...access your voicemail service when you sign in to one or more information, see Factory Reset Protection on page 125. Set up your Samsung account, from Settings tap Samsung account profile. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. + 2. From Settings, tap Accounts and backup > Accounts. + ... Phone app. 8 1. Getting started NOTE When you access it for the first time. For more of Samsung apps. 1. Add a Samsung account Sign in to your Samsung account to access exclusive Samsung content and make full use of your email accounts to view and manage email messages. 1.
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l Double-tap an image to a light touch from the pad of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty. Getting started Navigation A touch screen responds best to zoom in or out. Devices and software are for reference only. 10 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - l Tap an item to select or launch them. Tap 546 x4. 2,184 C () 7 8 5 1 2 +!- 0 % 9 X 6 3 + • Lightly touch items to select it. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of your finger or a capacitive stylus.
l Double-tap an image to a light touch from the pad of the screen and the damage will not be covered by the warranty. Getting started Navigation A touch screen responds best to zoom in or out. Devices and software are for reference only. 10 the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - l Tap an item to select or launch them. Tap 546 x4. 2,184 C () 7 8 5 1 2 +!- 0 % 9 X 6 3 + • Lightly touch items to select it. Using excessive force or a metallic object on the touch screen may damage the surface of your finger or a capacitive stylus.
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Getting started Swipe Wed, Apr 1 GO 0 0 Media CJ 0 : : Devices Silent notifications lliil Samsung capture 10:05 AM Screenshot saved Tap here to unlock the device. Devices and software are for file transfer X II f Sehlngs Charging Lightly drag your finger across the screen. the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - l Swipe the screen to open It in Gallery. @) Android System USB for reference only. 11 l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.
Getting started Swipe Wed, Apr 1 GO 0 0 Media CJ 0 : : Devices Silent notifications lliil Samsung capture 10:05 AM Screenshot saved Tap here to unlock the device. Devices and software are for file transfer X II f Sehlngs Charging Lightly drag your finger across the screen. the illustrations you see here are constantly evolving - l Swipe the screen to open It in Gallery. @) Android System USB for reference only. 11 l Swipe the screen to scroll through the Home screens or menu options.