Teach Yourself VISUALLY Samsung Galaxy S6 E-Book

Guy Hart-Davis

• Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
• Kategorie: Wissenschaft und neue Technologien
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 309

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

Your visual guide to unlocking the full potential of the Samsung Galaxy Teach Yourself VISUALLY Samsung Galaxy is your step-by-step, visual guide to everything your new phone has to offer. With expert guidance from veteran technology author Guy Hart-Davis, it offers clear, concise instructions and pages of full-color screenshots that make it easy to learn how to fully utilize the Galaxy's latest features and capabilities from initial set-up to staying in touch, organizing your life, playing games, watching media, and more! * Configure and get your phone set up just the way you want it * Text, e-mail, use social networking, and take pictures easily * Get access to the Internet, maps, and navigation in a snap * Download apps and sync your Galaxy S6 with other devices Your new Samsung Galaxy can streamline your life and keep you organized -- all with the touch of a finger. Make the most of the experience with Teach Yourself VISUALLY Samsung Galaxy!

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Teach Yourself VISUALLY™ Samsung® Galaxy S®6

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Credits

Acquisitions EditorAaron Black

Project EditorLynn Northrup

Technical EditorAndrew Moore

Copy EditorLynn Northrup

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Manager, Content Development & AssemblyMary Beth Wakefield

Vice President, Professional Technology StrategyBarry Pruett

About the Author

Guy Hart-Davis is the author of various computer books, including Teach Yourself VISUALLY Android Phones and Tablets, 2nd Edition; Teach Yourself VISUALLY Apple Watch; Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone; Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPad; Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro, 2nd Edition; Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Air; Teach Yourself VISUALLY iMac, 3rd Edition; and iWork Portable Genius.

Author’s Acknowledgments

My thanks go to the many people who turned my manuscript into the highly graphical book you are holding. In particular, I thank Aaron Black for asking me to write the book; Lynn Northrup for keeping me on track and skillfully editing the text; Andrew Moore for reviewing the book for technical accuracy and contributing helpful suggestions; and SPi Global for laying out the book.

How to Use This Book

Who This Book Is For

This book is for the reader who has never used this particular technology or software application. It is also for readers who want to expand their knowledge.

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Steps

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Notes

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Italics

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Teach Yourself VISUALLY Samsung Galaxy S6

Table of Contents

Cover

Chapter 1: Getting Started with Your Galaxy S6

Meet the Galaxy S6’s Hardware and Controls

Perform the Initial Setup Routine

Connect to a Wireless Network

Explore the User Interface and Launch Apps

Using Multi Window

Navigate with Gestures

Using the Notification Panel

Download and Install Samsung Smart Switch

Copy Files from Your Computer

Using the Galaxy S6 Edge

Chapter 2: Customizing Your Galaxy S6

Find the Settings That You Need

Customize the Quick Settings

Choose Which Notifications to Receive

Configure Do Not Disturb

Choose Volume and Sound Settings

Set Screen Brightness and Wallpaper

Choose Location Access Settings

Secure Your Galaxy S6 with Smart Lock

Encrypt Your Galaxy S6

Choose Language and Input Settings

Customize the Home Screens

Customize the Lock Screen

Set Up Sleep and Daydream

Chapter 3: Working with Text and Voice

Using the On-Screen Keyboard and Continuous Input

Work with Different Keyboards

Edit Text and Use Cut, Copy, and Paste

Using Voice Input and Voice Recorder

Using S Voice

Set Up Accessibility Features

Using Galaxy TalkBack

Chapter 4: Setting Up Communications

Set Up Your E-Mail Accounts in the Gmail App

Choose Essential Settings for Gmail

Remove an E-Mail Account

Set Up Your Signatures

Set Up and Use Priority Inbox

Choose Which Contacts to Display

Import Your Contacts into the Contacts App

Choose S Planner Notifications and Reminders

Choose Week and Time Zone Settings

Chapter 5: Networking and Communicating

Control Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Cellular Access

Connect Bluetooth Devices

Control Data Roaming and Cellular Usage

Connect to a Wi-Fi Direct Device

Using USB Tethering

Using Mobile Hotspot

Manage Your Wireless Networks

Log In to Wi-Fi Hotspots

Transfer Data Using Android Beam

Make Payments with Tap and Pay

Chapter 6: Phoning, Messaging, and Social Networking

Make Phone Calls

Make a Conference Call

Call Using Call Logs and Frequently Contacted

Send and Receive Instant Messages

Manage Your Instant Messages

Set Up Google+

Navigate Google+

Using Facebook and Twitter

Chapter 7: Working with Apps

Switch Quickly from One App to Another

Pin a Window to the Screen

Find and Download Apps from Google Play

Update Your Apps

Remove an App

Choose Which Apps to Update Automatically

Install an App Manually

Understanding the Galaxy Apps

Chapter 8: Browsing the Web and E-Mailing

Browse the Web

Create Bookmarks for Web Pages

Using Bookmarks, Saved Pages, and History

Search for Information

Fill in Forms Using Auto Fill

Tighten Up Your Browsing Privacy Settings

Read Your E-Mail Messages with Gmail

Reply to or Forward a Message with Gmail

Write and Send E-Mail Messages with Gmail

Send and Receive Files with Gmail

Label and Archive Your Messages with Gmail

Browse by Label and Search with Gmail

Chapter 9: Taking and Using Photos and Videos

Take Photos with the Camera App

Using Zoom, Manual Focus, and Tracking Auto-Focus

Using Selective Focus

Using the Flash and HDR Mode

Using Pro Mode

Take Panoramic Photos

Choose Settings for Taking Photos

Edit Your Photos

Capture Video

View Your Photos and Videos

Share Your Photos and Videos

Chapter 10: Navigating, Working, and Productivity

Find Your Location and Display Different Layers

Get Directions

Rotate, Zoom, and Tilt the Map

Make a Map Available Offline

Explore with Street View

Explore the Clock App

Explore Other Included Apps

Set Up Private Mode

Using Private Mode

Connect to a Work Network via VPN

Connect to Exchange Server

Install Credentials

Chapter 11: Playing Music and Videos

Play Music with the Music App

Adjust the Sound with the SoundAlive Equalizer

Create a Playlist

Customize the Audio Settings for Your Headset

Play Music Through Other Devices

Watch Videos

Using the Pop-Up Video Player

Chapter 12: Troubleshooting Your Galaxy S6

Close an App That Has Stopped Responding

Update Your Galaxy S6’s Software

Extend the Runtime on the Battery

Using Ultra Power Saving Mode

Reset Your App Preferences

Check Free Space and Clear Extra Space

Back Up and Restore Online

Back Up Your Data with Smart Switch

Restore Your Data with Smart Switch

Reset Your Galaxy S6 to Factory Settings

Troubleshoot Wireless Network Connections

Locate or Wipe Your Missing Galaxy S6

End User License Agreement

Guide

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CHAPTER 1

Getting Started with Your Galaxy S6

In this chapter, you will set up your Galaxy S6, meet its hardware controls, and learn to navigate the TouchWiz interface. You will also learn to transfer files to your Galaxy S6 from your PC or Mac.

Meet the Galaxy S6’s Hardware and Controls

Perform the Initial Setup Routine

Connect to a Wireless Network

Explore the User Interface and Launch Apps

Using Multi Window

Navigate with Gestures

Using the Notification Panel

Download and Install Samsung Smart Switch

Copy Files from Your Computer

Using the Galaxy S6 Edge

Meet the Galaxy S6’s Hardware and Controls

After getting your Galaxy S6 and unboxing it, you should plug it in to charge if the battery level is low. If your carrier has not installed a SIM card, you should install one. You can then start the Galaxy S6 and meet its hardware and controls. The Galaxy S6 has three physical buttons: Power, Volume, and Home. The phone also has two soft buttons, the Recents button () to the left of the Home button, and the Back button () to the right.