Sony G1109 Xperia Touch User's Guide PDF
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User guide
Xperia Touch G1109
Contents
Getting started.............................................................................. 5 About this User guide....................................................................... 5 Overview........................................................................................... 5 Assembly...........................................................................................6 Starting your device for the first time.............................................. 6 Projection modes.............................................................................. 7 Presence sensor................................................................................9 Why do I need a Google account?................................................... 9
Device security............................................................................. 11 Ensuring your device is protected................................................... 11 Screen lock....................................................................................... 11 Unlocking your device automatically..............................................12
Learning the basics......................................................................13 Using the touchscreen.................................................................... 13 Using Gesture Control..................................................................... 14 Locking and unlocking the screen.................................................. 19 Homescreen.................................................................................... 19 Application screen.......................................................................... 20 Shortcuts for easy actions...............................................................21 Navigating Applications..................................................................22 Widgets........................................................................................... 23 Shortcuts and folders......................................................................24 Background and themes................................................................ 25 Taking a screenshot........................................................................ 25 Notifications.................................................................................... 25 Icons in the status bar.....................................................................27 Applications overview.................................................................... 28
Battery and Maintenance........................................................... 30 Using your device........................................................................... 30 Updating your device..................................................................... 30 Maintenance Using a Computer..................................................... 31 Storage and memory...................................................................... 32 Backing Up and Restoring Content................................................ 33
Downloading applications.......................................................... 37 Downloading applications from Play Store.................................... 37 Downloading applications from other sources.............................. 37
Internet and networks.................................................................38 Browsing the web........................................................................... 38 Wi-Fi................................................................................................ 38
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Controlling data usage................................................................... 40
Synchronizing data on your device.............................................41 Synchronizing with Online Accounts.............................................. 41 Synchronizing with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync...................... 41
Basic settings.............................................................................. 43 Accessing settings.......................................................................... 43 Volume and sound..........................................................................43 Silence your device with Do not disturb........................................ 44 Screen settings................................................................................45 Application settings........................................................................45 Resetting Your Applications........................................................... 46 Language Settings.......................................................................... 47 Date and time..................................................................................47 Enhancing the sound output..........................................................47 Multiple user accounts................................................................... 48
Typing text...................................................................................50 On-Screen Keyboards..................................................................... 50 Editing text.......................................................................................51 Auto-fill............................................................................................ 51
Weather and clock.......................................................................52 Weather and clock settings............................................................ 52 Weather and clock overview.......................................................... 52
Board........................................................................................... 53 Memos on the board overview...................................................... 53 Writing pad window overview........................................................53
Calendar...................................................................................... 55 Calendar overview.......................................................................... 55
Video call..................................................................................... 57 Using video call............................................................................... 57
Voice control................................................................................58 Using Voice control......................................................................... 58
Contacts...................................................................................... 60 Adding and editing contacts..........................................................60 Grouping contacts...........................................................................61 Transferring contacts.......................................................................61 Backing up contacts........................................................................62
Email............................................................................................ 63 Setting Up Email..............................................................................63 Sending and receiving email messages.........................................63 Organizing your email messages...................................................64 Email account settings....................................................................65
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Gmail............................................................................................... 65
Music........................................................................................... 66 Transferring music to your device..................................................66 Listening to music...........................................................................66
Camera........................................................................................ 68 Taking photos and recording videos..............................................68 General camera settings.................................................................69 Still camera settings........................................................................ 71 Video camera settings.................................................................... 72
Photos and videos in Album....................................................... 74 Viewing photos and videos............................................................ 74 Album home screen menu............................................................. 75 Sharing and managing photos and videos.................................... 76 Hiding photos and videos...............................................................76
Connectivity.................................................................................78 Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV................. 78 Connecting your device to USB accessories...................................78 NFC (Near Field Communication)....................................................78 Bluetooth wireless technology.......................................................80
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 83 Google Feed....................................................................................83
Accessibility.................................................................................84 Magnification.................................................................................. 84 Font size.......................................................................................... 84 Color correction.............................................................................. 84 Mono audio.....................................................................................84
Support and Legal.......................................................................85 Support application........................................................................ 85 Help in Menus and Applications.................................................... 85 Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing............................................. 85 Help Us Improve Our Software.......................................................86 Recycling your device.....................................................................86 Legal information............................................................................87
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Getting started
About this User guide This is the Xperia Touch User guide for the Android 8.0 software version. If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than described in this User guide. The Android version might not be affected in an update. For more information about software updates, see Updating your device on page 30.
To check the current software version and model number of your device
1 Find and tap Settings > System > About device. 2 The current software version is displayed under Build number. The current
model number is displayed under Model.
Overview
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1. Projection window (Laser aperture)
2. Left speaker
3. Infrared light for touch sensing
4. Memory card tray
5. Right speaker
6. Charger/USB Type-C cable port
7. LED indicator
8. HDMI Type D port
9. GPS antenna area
10. Power key
11. Camera
12. Presence sensor
13. Ambient light sensor
14. Volume keys
15. INPUT key
16. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area
17. NFC detection area
18. Microphone
19. Laser auto focus sensor
20. Forced POWER OFF button
21. Temperature/humidity sensor
22. Slot cover
Do not cover the Infrared light for touch sensing or the Laser Auto Focus sensor.
Assembly
To insert the memory card
1 Drag out the memory card tray using your fingernail. 2 Firmly place the memory card in the correct orientation as shown in the
illustration. 3 Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into place.
Starting your device for the first time Always use the provided USB Type-C charger when using your device, as other USB chargers may cause damage or fail to function correctly. See Using your device on page 30.
To connect the charger
1 Remove the slot cover. 2 Connect the charger to the charging port as shown in the illustration. 3 Gently reattach the slot cover. 4 Plug the charger into the power outlet. The charging indicator next to the
power cable slot lights up briefly.
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To turn on the device
1 Place the device on a clean, flat, horizontal surface. Be sure there are no obstructions in front of the device or within the projection area.
2 Remove the protection film from the projection window. 3 Press and hold the power key until the volume buttons light up. The
projection starts approximately 30 seconds after the device is turned on.
The first time you start up your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic settings, personalize your device and sign in to your accounts, for example, in to a Google account.
To turn off the device
1 Press and hold down the power key until the Options menu opens. 2 In the Options menu, tap Power off.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
Projection modes You can either project the screen onto a table or onto a wall. Projecting onto a table lets you take full advantage of the touchscreen functions, while projecting onto a wall is ideal for viewing multimedia content, for example, watching movies. You can also change the orientation of the projection mode in case of vertically displayed apps.
When the temperature of the projector exceeds the normal operating range, a warning message is displayed in the upper-right corner of the Home screen. The projector will turn off automatically when it gets too hot.
To navigate the touchscreen
Navigate the projected screen using your finger.
The projected image size is 23 inches wide.
The device automatically pauses the projection if it is moved or lifted during operation.
To select where to project the Start-up animation
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Start-up animation. 2 Select an option.
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To project onto a wall
1 Place the device directly against the wall in the correct orientation as shown in the illustration. Ensure there are no obstructions above the device or within the projection area.
2 To increase or decrease the projection area, reposition the device further from or closer to the wall, as shown in the illustration. The projected image size varies according to the distance from the wall: 0 cm: 23 inches Approximately 9 cm: 40 inches Approximately 18 cm: 60 inches Approximately 28 cm: 80 inches
Touch functions are only available when the device is placed on a horizontal surface or directly against a vertical surface.
Touch functions will not work properly: If the device is placed on a shiny or reflective surface, or under direct sunlight. If you wear reflective jewelry or dark or glitter nail polish.
To dim the screen when the device is lifted up
1 Find and tap Settings > Display. 2 Tap the Dim the screen when the device is lifted switch to enable or
disable the function.
To change the projection orientation
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Portrait apps orientation. 2 Select the desired orientation setting.
Due to the limitation of tablet support by third-party applications, landscape view cannot be supported by Xperia Touch in some applications.
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Presence sensor Your device is equipped with a sensor to detect user presence based on movement of heat sources. When the Presence Sensor detects someone, your device wakes up from sleep mode and starts projecting.
The Presence Sensor starts to work when you are using wall projection mode, 10 seconds after your device goes to sleep. You can also set the Presence sensor manually for table projection mode. The Presence Sensor has a detection range of 110 for up to two meters.
The Presence Sensor may detect not only a person, but also a pet or heating appliance. It may not work properly when the ambient temperature changes because of air conditioning or if the user is in front of the device, but does not move.
To change the Presence Sensor settings
1 Find and tap Settings > Display. 2 Tap Presence sensor settings, then select an option.
Why do I need a Google account? Your Xperia device runs on the Android platform developed by Google. A range of Google applications and services are available on your device at purchase, for example, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, and the Play Store. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google account. A Google account enables you to:
Download and install applications from Google Play. Synchronize your email, contacts and calendar using Gmail. Chat with friends using the Hangouts application. Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome
web browser. Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperia
Companion. Remotely find, lock, or clear a lost or stolen device using the Find my device
services.
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For more information about Android and Google, go to http://support.google.com.
It is crucial to remember your Google account username and password, in case you need to use them to identify yourself for security reasons. If you fail to give your Google username and password in such situations, your device is locked. If you have more than one Google account, be sure to enter the details for the relevant account.
To set up a Google account on your device
1 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts > Add account > Google. 2 Follow the registration wizard to create a Google account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Google account from the setup guide the first time you start your device. Alternatively, you can go online and create an account at https://myaccount.google.com/.
To remove a Google account
1 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts > Google. 2 Select the Google account that you want to remove. 3 Tap Remove account. 4 Tap Remove account again to confirm.
If you remove your Google account, any security features that are linked to your Google account will no longer be available.
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Device security
Ensuring your device is protected Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft.
When using a security option to protect your device, it is crucial to remember the details provided at setup.
Screen lock Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern, or to prevent others from using your device without permission. Once the screen lock is set, it is not possible to unlock the screen or erase the content via a Factory Data Reset without providing the screen lock information.
If you add your contact information on the screen lock, for example your email, this information can be used to get your device back if you lose it.
Google account Add a Google account so that you can use the Find my device service. In some situations, you may also need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google account.
Find my device Use the Find my device service to remotely locate, lock, unlock, or erase the content on a lost device. After you have signed in to your Google account, Find my device is turned on by default.
Backup Back up the content on your device in case your device is damaged, lost, or stolen. See Backing Up and Restoring Content on page 33.
Screen lock When the screen is locked, you have to unlock it with a swipe gesture or with your personal pattern, PIN, password,. Initially, the unprotected screen swipe is set, but it is recommended to use a more secure screen lock to protect your device.
The security level of each lock type is listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
Swipe no protection, but you have quick access to the Homescreen. Pattern draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device. PIN enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device. Password enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
To configure the notifications on the lockscreen, see Notifications on the 25 page.
To create or change a screen lock
It is very important that you remember your screen lock when using a pattern, PIN, or password. If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data, such as contacts and messages. See troubleshooting tips for your device at http://support.sonymobile.com.
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1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock. 2 If requested, confirm your current screen lock. 3 Choose an option and follow the on-screen instructions. 4 When a secure screen lock is used, you can set the power key to lock the
screen, set the screen lock activation time, and create a lockscreen message by pressing .
If you use a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) account, the EAS security settings may limit the lockscreen type to only a PIN or password. Contact your network administrator to check the implemented network security policies.
Unlocking your device automatically The Smart Lock feature lets you set your device to unlock automatically in certain situations, for example, when connected to a Bluetooth device or carrying it with you.
The Smart Lock feature is available in most markets, countries, or regions.
Go to http://www.support.google.com/ and search smart lock for more information about the Smart Lock feature.
To enable Smart Lock
1 Set a pattern, PIN, or password as a screen lock if you have not already done so.
2 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Trust agents. 3 Tap the Smart Lock (Google) slider to enable the function if it is not already
on. 4 Tap . 5 Find and tap Smart Lock. 6 Enter your pattern, PIN, or password. You need to enter these credentials to
change your Smart Lock settings. 7 Select a Smart Lock type.
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Learning the basics
Using the touchscreen
Tapping
Open or select an item. Mark or unmark a checkbox or option. Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
Touching and holding
Move an item. Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
Pinching in and out
Zoom in or out on web pages, photos, and maps, and when you're taking photos or shooting videos.
Swiping and scrolling
Scroll up and down, or left and right. Swipe left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
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Flicking
Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling movement by tapping the screen.
Using Gesture Control The Gesture control function lets you use supported hand gestures to control your device, without touching the screen. This function only works when projecting onto a wall.
To activate the tracking session, stand in front of the camera and perform the required motions. The detection range for Gesture control is 50 from the camera. You must position yourself 1m-4m from the camera to allow for detection.
Gesture control can be used for some, but not all, Android apps and features.
To turn Gesture Control on or off
1 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Gesture control. 2 Tap the slider to enable or disable the function.
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To activate a tracking session
1 Ensure your device is in wall projection mode. 2 Face the projection screen and raise your hand as shown in the illustration. 3 Hold your finger steady for at least one second to allow for recognition.
When the icon appears, you can begin the tracking session. 4 Keep your hand raised for the tracking session to remain active. Lower your
hand to end the tracking session.
The camera is not able to detect your hand if the room is completely dark, so ensure there is ambient lighting when using Gesture control.
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To navigate the projected screen
When a tracking session is activated, use your finger to navigate the screen.
Be sure not to cover your index finger as this can interfere with the sensor.
To click an item
1 When a tracking session is activated, use your index finger to point to the desired item with the icon.
2 To click the item, briefly touch your thumb and index finger together as shown in the illustration.
3 Separate your thumb and index finger to complete the motion.
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To drag and drop an item
1 When a tracking session is activated, use your index finger to point to the desired item with the icon.
2 Bring your thumb and index finger together to select and hold the item, as shown in the illustration. The icon appears.
3 Keeping your thumb and index finger together, move your hand to drag the item as desired.
4 To drop the item, separate your thumb and index finger as shown in the illustration.
To mute or unmute your device
When a tracking session is activated, hold your finger to your mouth as shown in the illustration.
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To navigate the control panel for audio or videos
When a video or audio is playing in wall projection mode, raise one hand with your palm open.
To control audio or videos with your palm
1 When a video or audio is playing in wall projection mode, stand facing the screen.
2 With your palm open, raise one hand. The control panel appears. 3 Keeping your palm open, move up, down, left, or right to select an option. 4 To perform the selected option, make a fist. 5 To close the control panel, lower your hand.
To switch between palm and single finger gesture control modes, lower your hand.
Gesture Control panel overview
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1 Volume down
2 Mute/Unmute
3 Tap to play previous item or touch and hold to fast rewind
4 Pause/Play
5 Back
6 Button selected
7 Volume up
8 Tap to play next item or touch and hold to play in fast forward
9 Tap to return to the Home screen or touch and hold to activate Google Voice
Locking and unlocking the screen When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save battery power. You can set a lock that prevents unwanted actions on the touchscreen when you are not using it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See Screen lock on page 11.
To turn the screen on or off
Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
Homescreen The Homescreen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on a computer screen. The number of Homescreen panes is represented by a series of dots on the lower part of the Homescreen. The highlighted dot shows the pane that is currently displayed.
If Google Assistant is enabled, the Homescreen icon appears as in the navigation bar.
To go to the Home screen Press .
Home screen panes You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of 20 panes) and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen pane.
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To set a pane as the main Home screen pane
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen. 2 Swipe left or right to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap .
When Google Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service, and the main Home screen pane cannot be changed. For more information, see Google Feed on page 83.
To add a pane to your Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen. 2 Swipe the panes all the way to the right or left, then tap .
When Google Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and additional panes cannot be added to the left. For more information, see Google Feed on page 83.
To delete a pane from your Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen. 2 Swipe left or right to the pane that you want to delete, then tap on the top
right corner of the pane.
Homescreen Settings
To disable or uninstall an application from the Homescreen
Disabling a pre-installed app deletes all data, but the app can be enabled again from Settings > Apps & notifications. Only downloaded apps can be fully uninstalled.
1 Touch and hold the application you want to disable or uninstall. If it can be disabled or uninstalled an appears.
2 Tap > Disable > DISABLE if the app came pre-installed on your device or tap > Uninstall > OK if the app was downloaded and you would like to uninstall it.
To adjust the size of icons on your Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen, then tap . 2 Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, contains the applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download.
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To view all applications on the Application screen
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To enable or disable the recommended apps listings
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen, then tap . 2 Tap the App recommendations slider.
To Open an Application from the Application Screen When the Application screen is open, flick left or right to find the application,
and then tap the application.
To Search for an Application from the Application Screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap Search or simply swipe down on the Application screen or Homescreen.
2 Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
To Arrange Applications on the Application Screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap . 2 Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
1 On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until it becomes selected, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.
2 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release it.
To move an application on the Application screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap . 2 Ensure that Own order is selected under Sort apps. 3 Touch and hold the application until it becomes selected, then drag it to the
new location.
Shortcuts for easy actions You can access shortcuts directly from your app icons to uninstall downloaded apps or reveal more quick options. For example, long-press the Calendar icon to create a new event or set a reminder. All apps have a shortcut to App info, where you can adjust notification settings and permissions. You can go to App info by tapping .
To use shortcuts for easy actions
1 Long-press the desired app icon on your Home or Application screen. 2 Select from the options that appear. For example, tap to go to App info, or
tap to disable or uninstall the application.
If an icon is not shown, tap for more options.
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To disable or uninstall an application from the Application screen
Whether an app can be uninstalled or disabled depends on the app, and if it was pre- installed on your device or downloaded. Downloaded apps can be uninstalled. Pre-installed apps cannot be uninstalled, only disabled if the app supports this. If you disable a pre- installed app, you can enable it again under Settings > Apps & notifications > App info.
1 Touch and hold the application you want to disable or uninstall. If it can be disabled or uninstalled an appears.
2 Tap > Disable > DISABLE if the app came pre-installed on your device or tap > Uninstall > OK if the app was downloaded and you would like to uninstall it.
If an icon is not shown, tap for more options.
Navigating Applications You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys and the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently used applications. The navigation keys are the Back key, the Home key, and the Recent apps key. You can also pop open two applications on the screen at once using the split screen mode, if the application supports multi-window function. Some applications get closed when you press the Home key to exit while others are paused or continue to run in the background. If an application is paused or running in the background, you can continue where you left off the next time you open the application.
Navigating applications overview
1 Clear all Tap to close all recently used applications
2 Recently used applications window Tap to open a recently used application
3 Recent apps key Tap to open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar
4 Home key Tap to go back to the Home screen
5 Back key Tap to go back or close the application
To open the recently used applications window Press .
To quickly switch between recently used applications Quickly double-press .
To close all the recently used applications Press and then tap Clear all.
To Open a Menu in an Application While using the application, tap .
Menus are not available in all applications.
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Split screen mode Split screen mode enables you to view two applications at once, for example, if you want to view your email inbox and a web browser at the same time.
1 Application 1 in left window
2 Split screen border Drag to resize windows
3 Application 2 in right window
4 Split screen key Select a recently used application
5 Home key Go back to the Home screen
6 Back key Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
Not all applications support split screen mode.
To Use Split-Screen Mode
1 Make sure that the two applications that you want to use in Split Screen mode are open and running in the background.
2 Open the application you would like to use in Split Screen mode, then tap and hold . The application will be assigned to the first part of the split screen.
3 Select the second desired application from the thumbnail list. 4 If you want to resize the split screen windows, drag the split screen border in
the center. 5 To exit Split Screen mode, tap and hold while the split screen windows are
displayed.
Widgets Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather information directly on your Homescreen. When you tap the widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google Play.
To add a widget to the Home screen
1 Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen until the customization menu appears, then tap Widgets.
2 Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1 Touch and hold a widget until it becomes selected, then release the widget. If the widget can be resized, for example the Calendar widget, then a highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.
2 Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget. 3 To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Home screen.
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To Move a Widget Touch and hold the widget until it is selected, then drag it to the new
location.
To remove a widget Touch and hold the widget until it becomes selected, then drag it to Remove
from home screen.
Shortcuts and folders Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.
Shortcuts and folders overview
1 Access an application using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
To Add an Application Shortcut to Your Homescreen
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen. 2 In the customization menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts. 3 Scroll through the list and select an application. The selected application
gets added to the Home screen.
To move an item on the Home screen Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
new location.
To remove an item from the Home screen Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to
Remove from home screen on the top of the screen.
To create a folder on the Home screen Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it becomes selected,
then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To add items to a folder on the Home screen Touch and hold an item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
folder.
To rename a folder on the Homescreen
1 Tap the folder to open it. 2 Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field. 3 Enter the new folder name and tap DONE.
You can also use a shortcut for easy action. Long-press the folder name and tap Rename.
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Background and themes Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Home screen and lock screen to your own style using wallpapers and themes featuring different colors and patterns.
A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your Home screen and lock screen. Live wallpapers add visual effects to your interactions with the touch screen, letting the display change dynamically.
Themes can include a wallpaper, a screensaver, title bars, and a sound scheme that all fit together to create a unique look and feel for your device.
To change your wallpaper
1 Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen. 2 Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
You can also use a photo as your wallpaper. Instead of selecting a wallpaper from the option shown, tap Photos. Choose a photo and tap SELECT> APPLY.
Taking a screenshot You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot. Screenshots you take are automatically saved in the Album application.
To take a screenshot
1 Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears. 2 Tap Take screenshot.
To View Your Screenshot
1 Double-tap the status bar to display the Notification panel. 2 Tap the screenshot.
You can also view your screenshots in the Album application.
Notifications Notifications inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notifications, as well as activities in progress like file downloads. Notifications appear in the following places:
The status bar The notification panel The lock screen The app icon
To open or close the Notification panel
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1 To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downward, or simply double-tap it.
2 To close the Notification panel, drag or flick the panel upward.
After opening the Notification panel, you can access the Quick Settings panel by dragging the status bar down again.
To Take Action on a Notification in the Notification Panel Tap the notification.
You can directly reply to chat or email messages in the Notification panel.
To Dismiss a Notification from the Notification Panel Swipe the notification left or right.
Not all notifications can be dismissed.
To change settings for notifications, simply drag the notification slowly to the left or right, then tap .
To expand a notification on the Notification panel Drag the notification downward to expand and view more information about
the notification without opening the app.
Not all notifications are expandable.
To Clear All Notifications from the Notification Panel Tap Clear all.
To Take Action on a Notification from the Lockscreen Double-tap the notification.
To Dismiss a Notification from the Lockscreen Swipe the notification left or right.
To Expand a Notification on the Lockscreen Drag the notification downward.
Not all notifications are expandable.
Notification display options on the lockscreen
Dont show notifications at all
You won't get any notifications on the lockscreen.
Show all notification content
Get all notifications on the lockscreen. When you have this setting turned on, keep in mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chat messages) will be visible on your lockscreen unless you designate the relevant apps as Hide sensitive content in the Apps & notifications settings menu.
Hide sensitive notification content
You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order for this setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lockscreen when sensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an incoming email or chat, but the content won't be visible on your lockscreen.
To select the notifications to display on the lockscreen
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Configure notifications. 2 Tap Show notifications. 3 Select an option.
You can keep notifications on the lockscreen until you swipe to dismiss them. To enable this feature, tap the Keep notifications slider under Notifications.
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Setting the notification level for an app
Block all Never receive notifications from the selected app.
Sounds off Block sound and screen notifications.
Interrupts Priority only Receive notifications from this app even when Do not disturb is set to Priority only.
You can set notification channels to categorize notification levels. Long-press a notification to change the notification categories.
To set the notification level for an app
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Select the desired app, then tap App notifications. 3 Tap the sliders to adjust notification settings as desired.
Notification light The notification light informs you about the battery status when you plug in the device.
Icons in the status bar
Status icons
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled, and data is being transmitted and received.
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled but there is no internet connection.
This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi network. After successful login, the exclamation point disappears.
If Google is blocked in your area, the exclamation mark may appear even when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and there is a working internet connection.
Battery status.
The battery is charging.
Airplane mode is activated.
The Bluetooth function is activated.
The microphone is muted.
Do not disturb mode is activated.
An alarm is set.
GPS is activated.
Synchronization is ongoing.
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Problem with sign-in or synchronization.
Depending on your service provider, network, or region, the functions or services represented by some icons in this list may not be available.
To manage status bar icons
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > System icons. 2 Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the
status bar.
Notification icons
New email message.
Perform a basic setup of your device.
A software update is available.
System updates are available.
Downloading system updates.
Tap to install the downloaded system updates.
Screenshot captured.
New Hangouts chat message.
Video chat with friends using the Hangouts application.
A song is playing.
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable.
Internal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to a memory card.
Warning.
More (undisplayed) notifications.
Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. These icons are for reference purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.
To block an application from sending notifications
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Configure notifications > Notifications.
2 Select an application. 3 Tap the slider beside On to block application notifications.
Applications overview
Manage, view, and edit your photos and videos using the Album application.
Keep track of events and manage your appointments.
Take photos and record video clips.
Use the Chrome web browser to view web pages, text and images, and manage your bookmarks.
Set various alarms and timers.
Manage phone numbers, emails, and other contact information.
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Access your downloaded applications, documents, and pictures.
Send and receive emails through both personal and work accounts.
Read, write, and organize email messages
Search for information on your device and on the web.
Use the Hangouts application to chat with friends online.
View your current location, find other locations, and plan routes using Google Maps.
Use the Music application to organize and play music and audio books.
View news stories from News Suite.
Organize, search, or browse your photos and videos.
Use the Google Play Movies & TV application to watch movies and TV shows purchased or rented on Google Play.
Discover and play thousands of songs with the Google Play Music application.
Use the Play Store application to find applications to buy or download for free.
Stay connected with your gaming friends and the games you love to play, shop on the PlayStation Store, and more.
Optimize settings to suit your own requirements.
Save your documents and files for easy access from any device, share them with your friends, and collaborate with colleagues.
Create, edit, and collaborate with others on documents using Google Docs.
Create, edit, and collaborate with others on spreadsheets using the Google Sheets application.
Create, edit, and collaborate with others on presentations.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For example, you can access a user guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks.
Search content on the web using your voice.
Watch videos from users around the world, and share your own.
Create video memos and memos in handwriting.
Use voice commands to control features.
Some applications may not be included on your device or may not be supported by all networks or service providers in all areas.
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Battery and Maintenance
Using your device During use, it is recommended to keep your device connected to a power outlet at all times with the USB Type-C cable provided. You can disconnect the power cable, for example, when you need to move your device. Your device has a battery life of up to one hour when fully charged.
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an authorized Sony repair center. Do not try to open or take apart the device yourself. Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty.
To charge your device
1 Remove the slot cover. 2 Connect the charger to the charging port as shown in the illustration. 3 Gently reattach the slot cover. 4 Plug the charger into the power outlet. The charging indicator next to the
power cable slot lights up.
It is important to use the USB Type-C charger (provided) when charging your device as other types of USB chargers can damage your device or fail to function correctly.
If the battery is completely depleted, it may take a few minutes before the notification light illuminates and the charging icon appears.
Updating your device You should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality, enhancements, and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When a software update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for new updates manually, or schedule an update.
The easiest way to install a software update is to do so wirelessly from your device. However, some updates are not available for wireless download. You then need to use the Xperia Companion software on a PC or on an Apple Mac computer to update your device.
Before updating your device, consider the following: Ensure you have sufficient storage capacity before attempting to update. If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is,
the primary user, to update the device. System and application updates can present the features on your device in another
way than described in this User Guide. The Android version might not be affected after an update.
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To check for new software
1 If you are using a device with multiple users, ensure that you are logged in as the owner.
2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > System > Software update.
If your Xperia device has less than 500 MB of free internal memory available, you are not notified about new software. Instead, you receive a warning in the Notification panel: "Storage space running out. Some system functions may not work." If you receive this notification, you must first free up internal memory to get notifications about new available software.
Updating Your Device Wirelessly Use the Software update application to update your device wirelessly. If no updates are available, you have the latest software.
To install a system update
1 If you are sharing a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the owner.
2 Find and tap Settings > System > Software update. 3 If a system update is available, tap UPDATE. 4 Restore the device when prompted.
To set up automatic download of system updates
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Software update. 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Auto download system updates. 3 Select the preferred option.
To enable or disable automatic updates for applications
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Software update. 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Auto update apps. 3 Select the preferred option.
Updating your device using Xperia Companion
To update your device using a computer
1 Using a USB Type-C cable, connect your device to the computer. 2 Make sure that the screen of your device is unlocked, and that the USB
connection mode on the device is set to Transfer files. 3 Open Xperia Companion, if it is not automatically launched. 4 Computer: If a new software update is detected, a pop-up window appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates.
If you havent got the Xperia Companion software installed on the relevant computer, connect your device to the computer and follow the on-screen installation instructions. Make sure you are using the USB Type-C cable that came with your device and it is properly connected to the device and computer.
Maintenance Using a Computer
Xperia Companion Xperia Companion is a software service which provides a collection of tools and applications you can use when you connect your device to a computer. With Xperia Companion, you can:
Update or repair your devices software. Transfer your content from an old device using Xperia Transfer. Back up and restore content on your computer.
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Sync multimedia contentphotos, videos, music, and playlistsbetween your device and computer.
Browse files on your device.
To use Xperia Companion, you need an internet-connected computer running one of the following operating systems:
Microsoft Windows 7 or later Mac OS X 10.11 or later
Learn more and download Xperia Companion for Windows or Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperia-companion/.
Managing files using a computer Use a USB Type-C cable connection between a Windows computer and your device to transfer and manage your files.
Once the two devices are connected, you can choose if you want to transfer files or use it for MIDI input. Your computer will detect your device when you select the Transfer files connection mode.
With Xperia Companion, you can access the file system of your device. If you do not have Xperia Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you connect your device to the computer.
Always use a USB cable intended for your specific Xperia model and make sure it is completely dry.
USB connection mode You can use the Transfer files connection mode to manage files and update device software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft Windows computers.
With the Use device as MIDI mode, your device can function as a MIDI input for musical instrument apps.
To change USB connection mode
1 Attach a USB Type-C connector to your device. 2 Drag down the Status bar, then tap Android System. 3 Select an option.
Storage and memory Your device has several different storage and memory options:
The internal storage stores downloaded or transferred content along with personal settings and data.
You can use a removable memory card to get more storage space. Media files can be moved to this type of memory to free up internal storage.
The RAM (dynamic memory) cannot be used for storage. RAM is used to handle running applications and the operating system.
You can purchase a memory card separately.
Read more about the use of memory in Android devices by downloading the White paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.
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Improving memory performance Your device memory tends to fill up as a result of normal usage. If the device starts to slow down, or applications suddenly shut down, you should consider the following:
Always try to keep at least 500 MB of free internal storage available. Close running applications that you are not using. Clear the cache memory for all applications. Uninstall downloaded applications that you don't use. Transfer photos, videos, and music from the internal memory to the memory card. If your device can't read content on the memory card, you may need to format the
card. Note that when you format the card, all content is erased.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primary user, to be able to perform certain actions, like transferring data to the memory card and formatting the memory card.
To view the memory status Find and tap Settings > Storage.
To clear the cache memory for all applications
1 Find and tap Settings > Storage. 2 Tap Other apps, then tap the desired application. 3 Tap CLEAR CACHE.
When you clear the cache memory, you don't lose any important information or settings.
To Transfer Media Files to the Memory Card
1 Make sure you have a memory card inserted into your device. 2 Find and tap Settings > Storage > Transfer data to SD card. 3 Mark the files that you want to transfer to the memory card. 4 Tap Transfer.
To stop applications and services from running
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Select an application or service, then tap FORCE STOP > OK.
To format the memory card
1 Find and tap Settings > Storage. 2 Tap SD card > , then tap Storage settings > Format > Erase & format.
All content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Be sure you first make backups of all data you want to save. To back up your content, you can copy it to a computer. For more information, see Managing files using a computer on the 32 page.
Backing Up and Restoring Content Generally, you should not save photos, videos, and other personal content solely on the internal memory of your device. If your device is damaged, lost or stolen, the data stored on its internal memory may be impossible to recover. It is recommended to use the Xperia Companion software to make backups which save your data safely to an external device. This method is especially recommended if you are updating your device software to a newer Android version.
The Xperia Backup & Restore application is recommended for backing up data before you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up data to an online account, an SD card or to an external USB storage device that you have connected to your device using a USB host adapter:
With the Google Backup & Restore application, you can back up data to a Google server.
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Backing up data to a computer Use the Xperia Companion software to back up data from your device to a PC or an Apple Mac computer. You can back up the following types of data:
Calendar Settings Media files such as music and videos Photos and images
To back up your data using a computer
1 Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB Type-C cable.
2 Open the Xperia Companion software on your computer if it is not automatically launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your device. Make sure to select Transfer files mode on your device.
3 Click Backup on the Xperia Companion main screen. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from your device.
If you do not have Xperia Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you connect your device to the computer.
To restore your data using a computer
1 Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB Type-C cable.
2 Open the Xperia Companion software on your computer if it is not automatically launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your device. Make sure to select Transfer files mode on your device.
3 Click Restore on the Xperia Companion main screen. 4 Select a backup file from the backup records, then click Next and follow the
on-screen instructions to restore data to your device.
If you do not have Xperia Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you connect your device to the computer.
Backing up data with the Xperia Backup & Restore application Using the Xperia Backup & Restore application, you can make an online or a local data backup. You can do so manually or turn on the automatic backup function to save data periodically.
The Xperia Backup & Restore application is recommended for backing up data before you do a factory data reset. With this application, you can back up the following types of data to an online account, to an SD card, or to an external USB storage device that you have connected to your device using a USB host adapter:
Contacts Calendar Email accounts Wi-Fi accounts Device settings Applications Xperia Home layout
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To set up the automatic backup function
1 If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are backing up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is mounted properly into your device. If you are backing up content to an online account, make sure you have signed in to your Google account.
2 Find and tap Settings > System > Xperia Backup & restore. 3 Tap Automatic backup. 4 To enable the automatic backup function, tap the on-off switch. 5 Select where to save backup files. 6 If desired, select a backup frequency, the time to back up, and the data to
back up. Otherwise, the backup is completed according to the default settings.
7 To save your settings, tap .
To back up content manually
1 If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, be sure the storage device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are backing up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted into your device. If you are backing up content to an online account, make sure you have signed in to your Google account.
2 Find and tap Settings > System > Xperia Backup & restore. 3 Tap More. 4 Tap Manual backup, then select a backup destination and the data that you
want to back up. 5 Tap BACK UP. 6 After the data is backed up, tap FINISH.
To edit or delete a backup file
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Xperia Backup & restore. 2 Tap More. 3 Tap Edit backup file, then select a backup source and the data types that
you want to edit. 4 To delete the selected data, tap Delete data. 5 Tap OK to confirm. 6 After the data is deleted, tap FINISH.
To restore backed-up content
1 If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, make sure the storage device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are restoring content from an SD card, make sure that the SD card is properly inserted into your device. If you are restoring content from Xperia Backup & Restore service, make sure you have signed in to your Google account.
2 Find and tap Settings > System > Xperia Backup & restore, 3 Tap Restore data, then select a restore source and the data that you want to
restore. 4 Tap Restore data. 5 After the content is restored, tap FINISH.
Remember that any changes that you make to your data and settings after you create a backupsuch as any new apps you installget deleted during any subsequent restore procedure.
Backing Up Data With the Google Backup & Restore Application Using the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google server. You can also turn on the automatic restore function to restore application data and settings when you reinstall an application.
With this application you can back up the following types of data:
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Applications Bookmarks Wi-Fi networks Other settings
To back up data to a Google account
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Backup. 2 Under Back up to Google Drive, tap Account and choose an account to
back up your files to.
To enable or disable automatic restore when you reinstall an application
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Backup. 2 Tap the Back up to Google Drive slider to enable or disable the automatic
restore.
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Downloading applications
Downloading applications from Play Store Play Store is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies, and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start downloading from Play Store, make sure you have a working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges. For more information, see Updating your device on page 30.
To use Play Store, you need to have a Google account. Play Store may not be available in all countries or regions.
To download an application from Play Store
1 Find and tap . 2 Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the
search function. 3 Tap the item to view its details. Follow the instructions on the projected
screen to complete the installation.
Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust.
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application under Settings > Apps & notifications > App info.
Downloading applications from other sources When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Play Store, you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant download instructions.
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Download applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any questions or concerns.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can allow downloads from sources other than Play Store. Changes made by the owner affect all other users.
To enable or disable the downloading of applications from other sources
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. 2 Tap Advanced > Special app access > Install unknown apps. 3 Tap the application you want to allow the installing of application from other
sources, then tap the Allow from this source slider to enable or disable.
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Internet and networks
Browsing the web The Google Chrome web browser for Android devices comes pre-installed in most markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for Mobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser.
To browse the web
1 Find and tap . 2 If you are using Google Chrome for the first time, select to either sign in to a
Google account or browse with Google Chrome anonymously. 3 Enter a search term or web address in the search and address field, then tap
on the keyboard.
Wi-Fi Use Wi-Fi to surf the internet, download applications, or send and receive emails. Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi network, your device remembers the network and automatically connects to it the next time you come within range.
Some Wi-Fi networks require you to log in to a web page before you can get access. Contact the relevant Wi-Fi network administrator for more information.
Available Wi-Fi networks may be open or secured:
Open networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi network name. Secured networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi network name.
Some Wi-Fi networks do not show up in the list of available networks because they do not broadcast their network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manually to your list of available Wi-Fi networks.
To turn Wi-Fi on or off
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Tap the slider to enable or disable Wi-Fi.
It may take a few seconds before Wi-Fi is enabled.
To connect to a Wi-Fi network
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Tap the slider to turn on Wi-Fi. All available Wi-Fi networks are displayed. 3 Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter the relevant
password. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.
The list of available Wi-Fi networks refreshes automatically. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at http://support.sonymobile.com.
To add a Wi-Fi network manually
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Scroll down and tap Add network. 3 Enter the Network name information. 4 To select a security type, tap the Security field. 5 If required, enter a password. 6 To edit advanced options, such as proxy and IP settings, tap Advanced
options and then edit the options as desired. 7 Tap Save.
Contact your Wi-Fi network administrator to get the network SSID and password.
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Increasing Wi-Fi Signal Strength
There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception: Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi access point. Move the Wi-Fi access point away from any potential obstructions or interference. Dont cover the Wi-Fi antenna area of your device (the highlighted area in the
illustration).
Wi-Fi Settings When you are connected to a Wi-Fi network or when there are Wi-Fi networks available in your vicinity, you can view the status of these networks. You can also enable your device to notify you whenever an open Wi-Fi network is detected.
To enable or disable Wi-Fi network notifications
1 Ensure Wi-Fi is turned on for your device. 2 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 3 Tap Wi-Fi preferences. 4 Tap the Open network notification slider to enable or disable.
To view detailed information about a connected Wi-Fi network
1 Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. 2 Tap the Wi-Fi network you are currently connected to. Detailed network
information is displayed.
To add a Wi-Fi sleep policy
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Tap Wi-Fi preferences > Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep. 3 Select an option.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup Wi-Fi Protected Setup is a wireless networking standard that helps you establish secure wireless network connections. Wi-Fi Protected Setup makes it easy for you to set up WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) encryption to secure your network. You can also add new devices to an existing network without entering long passwords.
Use one of these methods to enable Wi-Fi Protected Setup:
Push-button method simply push a button on a Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported device, for example, a router.
PIN method your device creates a random PIN, which you enter on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported device.
To connect to a Wi-Fi network using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup button
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Turn on Wi-Fi if it is not already on. 3 Tap Wi-Fi preferences > Advanced > WPS Push Button, then press the Wi-Fi
Protected Setup button on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported device.
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To connect to a Wi-Fi network using a Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 2 Turn on Wi-Fi if it is not already on. 3 Tap Wi-Fi preferences > Advanced > WPS PIN Entry. 4 On the Wi-Fi Protected Setup-supported device, enter the PIN that appears
on your device.
Controlling data usage You can keep track of the amount of data transferred to and from your device over your Wi-Fi connection during a given period. You can also view the amount of data used by individual applications or by the device overall, and find options that help reduce data usage.
To control the data usage of individual applications
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Tap the application that you want to control, then tap Data usage.
The performance of individual applications may be affected if you change the related data usage settings.
To check your data usage
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Data usage. 2 To view information about the amount of data transferred via Wi-Fi
connection, tap Wi-Fi data usage.
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Synchronizing data on your device
Synchronizing with Online Accounts Synchronize your device with contacts, email, calendar events, and other information from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail and Exchange ActiveSync, Facebook, and Flickr. You can synchronize data automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function, or you can synchronize each account manually.
To set up an online account for synchronization
1 Tap Settings > Users & accounts > Add account, then select the account that you want to add.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to create or sign in to an account.
To synchronize manually with an online account
1 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts. 2 Tap the name of the account you want to synchronize with, then tap
Account sync. A list of items appears showing what can be synchronized with the account.
3 Tap the item you want to synchronize.
To remove an online account
1 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts. 2 Select the account, then tap Remove account. 3 Tap Remove account again to confirm.
Synchronizing with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync If your company uses a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account, you can access your corporate email messages, calendar appointments, and contacts directly on your device. After setup, you can find your information in the Email, Calendar, and Contacts applications.
If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) account on your Xperia device, the EAS security settings may limit the lockscreen type to only a PIN or password. This occurs when your network administrator specifies a lockscreen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise security reasons. Contact the network administrator of your company or organization to check what network security policies are implemented for cellular devices.
To set up an EAS account for synchronization
1 Tap Settings > Users & accounts > Add account > Exchange ActiveSync. 2 Enter your corporate email address and password. 3 Tap NEXT. If a failure occurs, enter the domain and server details for your
account manually, and then tap NEXT. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. 5 Tap Show more sync options to select a synchronization method, a
synchronization interval, and the data you want to sync with your device. 6 Tap NEXT, then select how you want to be notified when a new email
arrives. 7 Tap NEXT, enter a name for the corporate account, then tap Finish setup. 8 If prompted, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server
to set certain security rules on your device, like disabling voice recording and using storage encryption.
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To remove an EAS account
1 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts. 2 Select the EAS account that you want to remove. 3 Tap Remove account. 4 Tap Remove account again to confirm.
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Basic settings
Accessing settings View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu is accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel.
To open the device settings menu from the Application screen Find and tap Settings.
To view information about your device
Find and tap Settings > System> About device.
To open the Quick settings panel Using two fingers, drag the status bar downward.
To Select Which Settings to Display on the Quick Settings Panel
1 Using two fingers, drag the status bar fully downward, then tap . 2 To add a setting to the Quick settings panel, drag and drop the icon into the
upper part of the screen. To remove a setting, drag and drop the icon into the lower part of the screen.
To Rearrange the Quick Settings Panel
1 Drag the status bar fully downward, then tap . 2 Touch and hold an icon, and then move it to the desired position.
Volume and sound The volume can be changed either by using the volume keys or by changing a setting. Sounds and tones can only be changed from a setting.
App settings can override the selected volume and sound settings.
To Adjust the Media Playing Volume with the Volume Key When playing music or watching video, press the volume key up or down,
even when the screen is locked.
To adjust the volume levels
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound. 2 Drag the volume sliders to the desired positions.
You can also press the volume key up or down and tap to adjust the notification, media playback, or alarm volume levels separately.
To set the notification sound
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Notification sound. 2 Select a sound from the list or select None to turn off all notification sounds. 3 To select a music file that is saved on your device, tap . 4 To confirm, tap DONE.
You can change your app settings to allow a sound from a specific app even when the notification sound is set to None. See Notifications on the 25 page.
To enable or disable other sounds and tones
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Advanced. 2 Tap the sliders to enable or disable the different sounds and tones.
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Silence your device with Do not disturb By activating Do not disturb, you can mute sounds and limit vibrations and visual indications for the situations when you do not want to be disturbed, for example at night.
To activate Do not disturb
1 Using two fingers, drag the status bar fully downward to access the Quick Settings panel.
2 Tap . 3 Select the limitation level by tapping Total silence, Alarms only, or Priority
only. 4 Set how long you want Do not disturb to be activated, and tap DONE.
To deactivate Do not disturb
1 Press the volume key up. 2 If Priority only is set, tap Turn off now.
Do not disturb can also be deactivated by tapping or from the Quick settings panel.
Limitation levels
Total silence
All vibrations and all ring, media, and alarm sounds are turned off.
Alarms only
The ring sound is turned off. Alarm and media sounds are still on.
Priority only
You only receive the notifications and calls you have selected. Alarm and media sounds are still on.
To set up Priority only
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do Not Disturb preferences > Allowed in Priority only.
2 Tap the sliders to activate one or more options.
You can allow certain apps to bypass the priority. See Notifications on the 25 page.
To block visual disturbances
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do not disturb > Block visual disturbances.
2 Tap the sliders to activate one or more options.
Automatic rules You can set automatic rules to activate Do not disturb mode for specific times or events.
To set an automatic rule
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do not disturb. 2 Tap an automatic rule, for example Weekend. 3 Tap the options to set the rule name, time, and behaviors as desired. 4 Tap the slider to activate the rule.
To create a new rule, tap Add more, and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Screen settings You can change the screens behavior, brightness, viewing size, and quality. For example, select a bigger font or display size for easier reading, change the icons you see in the status bar, or select glove mode to navigate your screen with gloves.
If you want to change your background and theme, see Background and themes on page 25. To change how long you want to have the screen on before it is turned off, see Locking and unlocking the screen on page 19.
To change a screen setting
1 Find and tap Settings > Display. 2 Tap the setting you want to change. 3 Use the sliders, checkboxes, or additional menus to adjust.
Brightness Adjust the brightness level with the slider. You can also enable Adaptive brightness to automatically optimize brightness based on surrounding light.
White balance Use the sliders to adjust the white balance of your display. To revert to the default setting, tap .
Image enhancement Enhance the quality of photos and videos when viewing them on your device. For example, use Super-vivid mode to make colors appear more vibrant on screen.
Screen saver Set up a screen saver that automatically displays colors, photos, or a slideshow while your device is docked or charging and the screen is idle. On a device with multiple users, each user can have individual screen saver settings.
Application settings Some apps will ask for permissions once you start using them. You can allow or deny permissions individually for each app, either from the Settings menu or from the Permission confirm dialog. Permission requirements depend on the apps design.
Allowing or denying permissions You can choose whether to allow or deny permissions when the dialog is shown. If you have used another Android version previously, most apps will have already been granted the necessary permissions.
To allow a permission To allow a permission, tap Allow. You can mark the Don't ask again
checkbox if you wish.
To deny a permission To deny a permission, tap Deny when the dialog is shown.
Some applications can still be used even if you have denied permissions.
Critical permissions Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a dialog will inform you.
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To configure applications
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. 2 Select a configuration option, for example App info, then choose an
application you want to configure.
To allow critical permissions
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App permissions. 2 Select an option, then tap the relevant slider to adjust permissions.
Allowing or denying automatic application updates If the automatic update feature is enabled, your applications get updated without you being asked, so you may not realize that large volumes of data are being downloaded. In order to avoid potentially high data transfer costs, you can disable automatic updates or enable automatic updates only over Wi-Fi connection. You have to disable the automatic update feature in the Play Store app to avoid the automatic updating of apps.
To enable or disable automatic updates for all applications in the Play Store
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Auto-update apps. 3 Select the preferred option.
Application linking Your device can determine the default app to handle a particular web link. This means that if the link is set, you dont need to select an app each time you open a link. You can change the default app any time you want.
To manage app links from the Settings menu
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps. 2 Tap and find Opening links. 3 Select an app, and adjust the settings as desired.
Resetting Your Applications You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops responding or causes issues with your device.
To reset application preferences
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. 2 Tap App info > > Reset app preferences, then tap Reset apps.
Resetting application preferences does not delete any application data from your device.
To clear application data
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR DATA > OK.
When you clear application data, data for the selected application is deleted from your device permanently. The option to clear application data is not available for every application or service.
To clear application cache
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR CACHE.
The option to clear the application cache is not available for every application or service.
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To clear the application default setting
1 Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > App info. 2 Select an application or service, then tap Open by default > CLEAR
DEFAULTS.
The option to clear the application default setting is not available for every application or service.
Language Settings You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time. You can also change the writing language for text input.
To change the language
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Languages & input > Languages. 2 To change the language, drag and drop the desired language to the top of
the list. If the desired language is not currently listed, tap to add it.
If you select the wrong language and cannot read the menu texts, find and tap > . Then, select the text beside and select the first entry in the menu that opens. You can then select the language you want.
Date and time You can change the date and time on your device.
To set the date manually
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Date & time. 2 Disable the Automatic date & time function by tapping the slider. 3 Tap Set date. 4 Flick left or right, or use the arrows to set the desired date. 5 Tap OK.
To set the time manually
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Date & time. 2 Disable the Automatic date & time function by tapping the slider. 3 Tap Set time. 4 Select the relevant values for the hour and minute. 5 Tap OK.
To set the time zone
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Date & time. 2 Disable the Automatic time zone function by tapping the slider. 3 Tap Select time zone. 4 Select an option.
Enhancing the sound output You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound settings like Equalizer and Surround sound. You can enable the Dynamic normalizer to minimize volume differences between songs or videos.
To enhance the sound output automatically
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings. 2 Enable the ClearAudio+ function by tapping the slider.
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To adjust the sound settings manually
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings. 2 If the ClearAudio+ function is enabled, tap the slider to disable it. 3 Tap Sound effects > Equalizer. 4 To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons. To choose a
preset arrangement, tap , select an arrangement, then tap OK to confirm.
The manual adjustment of sound output settings has no effect on voice communication applications. For example, there is no change in the voice call sound quality.
To minimize volume differences using the Dynamic normalizer
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings. 2 Enable the Dynamic normalizer function by tapping the slider.
Multiple user accounts Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in separately to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situations where you share the device with other people or lend it to someone temporarily. The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes the owner of the device. Only the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apart from the owner account, there are two different types of accounts:
Regular user: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses your device.
Guest user: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use your device temporarily.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can allow downloads from sources other than Google Play.
You can create an account for family usage and set restrictions, if necessary. For example, set a password requirement for shopping in the Google Play Store.
About the Regular User Account By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different homescreens, wallpapers, and general settings. They also get separate access to applications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add up to seven Regular User accounts on your device.
To add a regular user account
1 Ensure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time.
2 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts > Users > Add user or profile. 3 Tap OK. The new account is now created. 4 Tap Set up now. The screen locks and an icon representing the newly added
user appears in the upper-right corner. 5 Unlock the screen by swiping upward. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the account for the user.
You can also add a regular user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar fully downward and tap the user icon, then tap Add user.
To delete a regular user account from your device
1 Make sure you are logged in as the owner. 2 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts > Users. 3 Tap beside the name of the user that you want to delete, then tap
Remove user > DELETE.
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About the Guest User Account If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest account for that user. In Guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed system with only the preinstalled apps. Once your guest is finished using your device, you can wipe the session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. The Guest User account is preinstalled and cannot be deleted.
To activate the guest user account
1 Ensure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time.
2 Drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap . 3 Tap Add guest.
To clear the guest session data
1 Make sure you are logged in to the guest account. 2 Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts > Users. 3 Find and tap Remove guest. 4 Tap Remove.
You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen as long as you are logged in to the guest account. Just drag the status bar downward and tap , then tap Remove guest.
Switching between Multiple User Accounts
To switch between multiple user accounts
1 To view the list of users, drag the status bar downward using two fingers, then tap .
2 Tap the icon representing the user account that you want to switch to. The lock screen for that user account appears.
When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous session or tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.
Settings for Multiple User Accounts There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:
Settings that can be changed by any user and affect all users. Examples include language, Wi-Fi, Airplane mode, NFC, and Bluetooth.
Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.
Settings that are only visible to the owner and affect all users, for example, VPN settings.
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Typing text
On-Screen Keyboards There are a number of pre-installed text entry providers on your device.
The default text entry provider may depend on the regional or language settings you use. One or more text entry providers might not be available in your region.
Google keyboard overview You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard by tapping each letter individually, or you can slide your finger from letter to letter to form words.
1 Tap to delete a character before the cursor.
2 Tap to enter a hard return or search the content. Functionality may depend on text field type.
3 Tap to switch between lower case, upper case, and all caps.
4 Tap to display numbers and symbols.
5 Tap to access smileys.
6 Tap to insert space.
To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text Tap a text entry field.
To enter text character by character
1 To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character. 2 To enter a character variant, touch and hold a regular keyboard character to
get a list of available options, then select from the list. For example, to enter "," touch and hold "e" until other options appear, then, while keeping your finger pressed on the keyboard, drag to and select "."
To enter a full stop After you enter a word, double-tap the space bar.
To Enter Text Using the Gesture Input Function
1 When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to trace the word you want to write.
2 After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appears based on the letters you have traced.
3 If the word that you want does not appear, tap to see other options and select accordingly. If the desired option does not appear, delete the entire word and trace it again, or enter the word by tapping each letter individually.
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To enable or disable Glide typing
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap System > Languages & input. 3 Tap On-screen keyboard, then select Gboard. 4 Find and tap Glide typing, then tap the Enable glide typing slider.
Editing text You can select, cut, copy, and paste text as you write. Double-tap on the written text to make editing options appear on the application bar.
Text editing bar After selecting text by double-tapping on a word, an editing bar appears with several tools available:
Cut Copy Paste Share Select all
The Paste option only appears when you have text saved on the clipboard.
To Select Text
1 Double-tap a word to highlight it. 2 You can drag the tabs on both sides of the highlighted word to select more
text.
To Edit Text
1 Double-tap a word to make the application bar appear. 2 Select the text you want to edit, and then use the application bar to make
your desired changes.
Auto-fill Autofill helps you save time when filling out forms. When you enable an Autofill service, information like names, phone numbers, addresses, credit card information, and more is saved for re-use. Auto-fill with Google is enabled by default, but you can disable it or change to another app as desired.
To select an auto-fill app
1 Find and tap Settings > System > Languages & input. 2 Tap Advanced > Autofill service. 3 Select an option or tap to download a different Autofill service.
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Weather and clock
Weather and clock settings When you first turn on your device or if you are offline, only the basic weather and time are displayed on your Home screen. Once you connect to the internet, you can select from custom options, including temperature, humidity, UV index, and clock style.
1 Weather information
2 Clock
3 Tap to set up
To set weather information details for the first time
1 From your Home screen, tap Tap to set up. 2 Tap the feature you want to set and select the desired option.
To set the clock display format
1 From your Home screen, tap Tap to set up. 2 Tap Clock style and select the desired display format.
Weather and clock overview
1 Weather information
2 Clock
3 Weather and clock settings
To customize weather information details
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap the feature you want to set and select the desired option.
To customize the clock display format
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap Clock style and select the desired display format.
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Board
Memos on the board overview
1 Edit a memo
2 Play back a memo
3 Tap to edit your memos
4 Create a new memo or video memo
5 Delete a memo
Writing pad window overview
1 Change the pen color
2 Write or draw on the board
3 Add a photo or image
4 Zoom in or out
5 Undo the previous action
6 Redo the operation that was undone
7 Save your memo
8 Discard your memo
9 Use the eraser
10 Change the pen or eraser width setting
To create a memo in handwriting
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. 2 Find and tap > . 3 Create your memo and tap Save. The created memo is now added to the
Board.
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To create a video memo
1 Ensure that the projector is oriented to project the screen onto a wall. This way the camera lens is turned toward you.
2 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. Tap > . 3 Tap to start recording. To pause, tap . 4 Tap to stop recording.
To zoom on a memo
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. 2 Tap . 3 Touch and hold the memo, then pinch in or out to zoom.
To move a memo
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. 2 Tap . 3 Touch and hold a memo, then drag it to the desired position.
To delete a memo
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. Find the photo or video that you want to delete.
2 Tap . 3 Tap on the memo you want to remove.
To back up Board app data to an SD card
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. 2 Find and tap , then tap . 3 Select Back up memos, then tap Back up.
To restore Board app data from an SD card
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Board. 2 Find and tap , then tap . 3 Select Restore memos, then tap Restore.
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Calendar
Calendar overview You can use the Calendar application to manage and integrate calendars from online accounts synchronized to your device. Select which calendars you want to integrate in the Combined calendar view. You can also set the weather forecast to be displayed.
When an appointment time approaches, your device plays a notification sound to remind you.
1 Selected month
2 Selected day
3 Saved event
4 Current day
5 Settings
6 Access weather information
7 Saved events for the selected day
8 Add a new event
To synchronize with Google Calendar
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Calendar. 2 Tap Sync with the calendar schedule.
To create a Calendar event
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Calendar. 2 Tap . 3 Enter or select the desired information for the event and reminder. 4 Tap Save.
To view a Calendar event
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Calendar. 2 Tap an underlined date. The event information will be displayed beside the
calendar.
To edit a Calendar event
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Calendar. 2 Tap a listed event beside the calendar, then tap .
To dismiss an event reminder
1 When the reminder appears in the status bar, drag the status bar downward. The Notification panel opens.
2 Tap the event notification. 3 Press .
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To change the Calendar settings
1 From your Home screen, flick the screen to display the Calendar, then tap . 2 Select the desired settings for the displayed days of the week and for the
weather forecast.
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Video call
Using video call You can make video calls using Skype. Sign in to your Skype account, then register a new contact's Skype account or select from saved ones in the Contacts application. You can have up to eight registered contacts.
To register new contacts with a Skype account
1 From the Home screen, flick the screen to display the Video call widget. 2 To add a new account tap the application widget, then tap . 3 Enter the first name, last name, and Skype name, then tap .
Registered Skype accounts are saved in the Contacts application. If you edit or delete contacts here, they are edited or deleted in the Video call as well.
To set your profile picture, tap the Contacts icon in the new account creation window.
To register saved contacts to the Video call
1 From the Home screen, flick the screen to display the Video call widget. 2 To list contacts with Skype accounts, tap in the upper right corner. 3 Tap the checkbox beside contacts you want to register. 4 To display registered contacts with a Skype account, tap .
Video call overview
1 Settings icon
2 Contacts with Skype account
3 Add a new Skype account
To start a video call
1 From the Home screen, flick the screen to display the Video call widget. 2 To start a video call, select a contact, then tap OK.
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Voice control
Using Voice control Voice control responds to your voice with screen display or spoken content. For example you can give voice commands using phrases like "Alarm" or "Check schedule" to set the alarm or timer, search for information, or receive Calendar notifications.
You can set the voice interaction language to English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, or Russian.
To make initial settings for Voice control
1 Find and tap Voice control. 2 Read the legal information, then tap I agree. 3 Select a language, then tap NEXT. 4 When the voice data download is complete, tap NEXT and follow the on-
screen instructions. 5 When the Speaking to the device screen appears, tap NEXT. 6 Speak out the requested sentences. 7 To finish the setup, tap DONE.
Voice control settings overview
Voice interaction language Sets the language for Voice control.
Interaction preference Set the style of interaction.
Preferred map app Choose your preferred map app.
Magic Word (app launcher) Add, edit, and delete custom trigger words for installed apps.
Voice notifications Select which apps you would like to hear notifications for.
Privacy protection Prevent Voice control from accessing private information. If switched on, video calls and schedule notifications will be blocked.
To adjust your voice control settings
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings. 3 Adjust the settings as desired.
To speak to the device
1 Find and tap Voice control. 2 Give a voice command using the example phrases. 3 Depending on the content, the device responds with voice sound or displays
your request. 4 To end the conversation, say Cancel or tap .
Example phrases
Check the date "Date", "What's the date today?"
Check the time "Clock", "What time is it now?", "What's the time?"
Check the weather forecast
"Weather", "What's the weather like in New York?", "Is it going to rain in New York tomorrow?"
Make a call (video call through Skype)
"Make a call", "Call John", Skype Mary.
Check events in your calendar
"Check schedule", "What's my next event?", "Do I have anything tomorrow?"
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Schedule new events in your calendar
"Create an event", "Add an event for tomorrow", "Create an event for tomorrow at 10 a.m."
Set the alarm "Alarm", "Wake me up at 6", "Wake me up".
Set the timer "Timer", "Set the timer", "Set the timer for three minutes".
Check the news "News", "Read the news", "Tell me the news".
Web search "Do a web search", "Search for Jupiter ", "Web search for the Statue of Libery".
Play music "Music", "Play music", "Play [Artist]", "Play [Album Title]", "Play the song [Song Title]".
App launch "Open an app", "Launch [Magic Word]", "Open [Magic Word]".
Route search "Route search", "How do I get to Central Park from Times Square?", "Show me how to get to the Empire State Building".
Show map "Open the map", "I'd like to see the map", "Show me a map of New York".
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Contacts
Adding and editing contacts You can add, edit, or delete contacts on your device. Add contact pictures to personalize contacts. You can also edit contact information about yourself.
To add a contact
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap . 3 If you're adding a contact for the first time and have multiple accounts
synchronized to your device, select an account. This becomes the default account for saving your contacts. Later, you can select where to save the contact by tapping > Saving to.
4 Enter or select the desired information for the contact. 5 When youre done, tap Save.
To change the default setting for saving your contacts, tap and select the new account. Alternatively, select Phone contact to save contacts only to your device. To move an existing contact to a new account, you must create the contact again and save it to the new account.
If you add a plus sign and the country code before a contact's phone number, you do not have to edit the number again when you make calls from abroad.
To edit a contact
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap . 3 Edit the desired information. 4 When you are done, tap Save.
Some synchronization services do not allow you to edit contact details.
To add or remove a contact picture
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap . 3 Tap , then select an option. 4 After the picture is updated, tap Save.
You can also add a picture to a contact directly from the Album application. If you want to add a picture that is saved to an online account, you must download the picture first.
To delete contacts
1 Find and tap . 2 Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete. 3 Tap , then tap DELETE. 4 To delete several or all contacts, mark the checkboxes beside the contacts
that you want to delete. 5 Tap , then tap DELETE.
To edit contact information about yourself
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap > My info. 3 Tap , then enter the new information or make the changes you want. 4 When you are done, tap Save.
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Grouping contacts You can create contact labels to organize groups of related contacts. You can name your groups as "Family" or "Friends" to differentiate them from your other contacts.
To create a new label for a group
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Create label. 3 Select where to store your contacts. 4 Type a Label name, then tap OK.
To delete a group label
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap the label you want to delete. 3 Tap , then tap Delete label.
Transferring contacts There are several ways to transfer contacts to your new device. You can sync contacts from an online account or import contacts directly from another device.
If you sync the contacts in your old device with an online account, you can transfer your contacts to your new device using that account.
You can also copy contacts to a memory card or use Bluetooth technology. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide.
Find out more about choosing a transfer method at http:// support.sonymobile.com/
Transferring Contacts Using an Online Account If you sync the contacts in your old device or your computer with an online account, for example, Google Sync or Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, you can transfer your contacts to your new device using that account.
To turn auto-sync data on or off
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings. 3 Tap Accounts, then tap the Automatically sync data slider to enable or
disable the function. 4 Tap OK.
You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with it.
Other methods for transferring contacts There are several other ways to transfer contacts from your old device to your new device. For example, you can copy contacts to a memory card, or use Bluetooth technology. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide.
To import contacts from a memory card
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Import > SD card or internal storage (.vcf file). 3 Select where to store your contacts. 4 Tap , then select SD card. 5 Select the files that you want to import by tapping them.
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To import contacts using Bluetooth technology
1 Ensure you have the Bluetooth function turned on and that your device is set to visible.
2 When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar downward and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
3 Tap Accept to start the file transfer. 4 Drag the status bar downward. When the transfer is complete, tap the
notification. 5 Tap the received file and select where to store your contacts.
Backing up contacts You can use internal storage or a memory card to back up contacts.
To export all contacts to a memory card
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap > Settings > Export > to SD card or internal storage (.vcf file). 3 Tap > SD card. 4 Select a destination folder, then tap Save.
To export all contacts to internal storage
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap > Settings > Export > to SD card or internal storage (.vcf file). 3 Tap > Show internal storage. 4 Tap , then tap your device's model number beside . 5 Select a destination folder or simply tap Save.
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Setting Up Email Use the email application on your device to send and receive email messages through your email accounts. You can have one or several email accounts at the same time, including corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts.
To set up an email account
1 Find and tap . 2 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup.
For some email services, you may need to contact your email service provider for information on detailed settings for the email account.
To add an extra email account
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Add account. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. If the settings for the email account
cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually. 4 When you are done, tap NEXT.
Sending and receiving email messages
1 View the menu and a list of all email accounts and folders
2 Sort email messages
3 Search for email messages
4 Access other options
5 Write an email message
6 List of email messages
To Download New Email Messages When the email inbox is open, swipe downward on the message list.
Before trying to download new email messages, make that you have a working data connection.
To read your email messages
1 Find and tap . 2 If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the
account you want to check. If you want to check all your email accounts at once, tap , then tap and select Combined inbox.
3 In the email inbox, scroll up or down and tap the email message you want to read.
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To create and send an email message
1 Find and tap . 2 If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the
account you want to send the email from. 3 Tap , then type the recipients name or email address and select one or
more recipients from the drop-down list. 4 Enter the email subject and message text, then tap .
To Reply to an Email Message
1 In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to reply to, and then tap REPLY or REPLY ALL.
2 Enter your reply, and then tap .
To Forward an Email Message
1 In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to forward, and then tap FORWARD.
2 Enter the recipients name or email address, and then select one or more recipients from the drop-down list.
3 Enter your message text, then tap .
To Save or View an Email Message Attachment
1 Find and tap the email message containing the attachment that you want to view. Email messages with attachments are indicated by .
2 After the email message opens, find the attachment in the email body, then tap Save or VIEW next to it.
To save a sender's email address to your contacts
1 Find and tap a message in your email inbox. 2 Tap the name of the sender, tap Add to contacts then tap OK. 3 Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact. 4 Edit the contact information, if desired, then tap Save.
Organizing your email messages
To sort your emails
1 Find and tap . 2 If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the
account containing the email that you want to sort. If you want to sort email in all your email accounts at once, tap , then tap and select Combined inbox.
3 Tap , then select a sorting option.
To search for emails
1 Find and tap . 2 If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the
account you want to search. If you want to search all your email accounts at once, tap , then tap and select Combined inbox.
3 Tap . 4 Enter your search text. 5 The search results appear in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message you
want to open.
To view all folders for one email account
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap and select the account you want to check. 3 Under the account you want to check, select Show all folders.
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To delete email messages
1 Tap and hold the message that you want to delete until the checkboxes appear.
2 Mark the checkboxes for the messages that you want to delete. 3 Tap
You can also flick the message to the right to delete it.
To move an email message to another folder
1 In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to move to the left. 2 Tap Move, then select a folder.
Email account settings
To remove an email account from your device
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings. 3 Select the account you want to remove. 4 Tap Delete account > OK.
To change the inbox check frequency
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings. 3 Select an account. 4 Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an option.
Gmail If you have a Google account, you can use the Gmail application to read and write email messages.
1 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders
2 Search for email messages
3 Archive an email message
4 Delete an email message
5 Mark an email message as unread
6 Move an email message to a folder
7 Access settings and options
8 List of email messages
9 Write an email message
To learn more about Gmail When the Gmail application is open, tap , then find and tap Help &
feedback.
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Music
Transferring music to your device There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device:
Connect your device to a computer using a USB Type-C cable. Select Transfer files on your device and then copy and paste, or drag and drop the files using the computer. See Managing files using a computer on page 32.
You can use the Xperia Companion software to transfer your media files between the computer and your device. Learn more and download Xperia Companion for Windows or Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/xperia- companion/.
The Music application may not support all music file formats. For more information about supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image, and video) files, download the White paper for your device at http://www.sonymobile.com/support/.
Listening to music Use the Music application to listen to your favorite music and audio books.
Music player overview
1 Minimize the full screen player
2 Search all songs saved to your device
3 View the play queue
4 View menu options
5 Album art (if available)
6 Add or remove a song as a favorite
7 Elapsed time of current song
8 Add a song to a playlist
9 Progress indicatordrag or tap along the line to fast-forward or rewind
10 Length of current song
11 Repeat the current song or all songs in the play queue
12 Tap to go to the next song, touch and hold to fast-forward the current song
13 Play or pause a song
14 Tap to go to the previous song, touch and hold to rewind the current song
15 Shuffle songs in the play queue
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Music homescreen
1 Tap to open the Music menu
2 Scroll up or down to view content
3 Tap to start playing a song in the play queue
4 Play all songs in shuffle mode
5 Go to the music player screen
To play a song using the Music application
1 Find and tap . 2 Tap . 3 Select a music category. 4 Tap a song to play it.
You might not be able to play copyright-protected items. Make sure you have the necessary rights for the content you wish to use.
To find song-related information online While a song is playing in the Music application, tap the album art in the
music player screen and then tap More about this.
Online resources related to the song can include videos on YouTube, song lyrics, and artist information on Wikipedia.
To edit music information and download album art
1 While a song is playing in the Music application, tap the album art in the music player screen and then tap Edit music info.
2 Edit the information as desired. 3 To set or download album art, tap , then select an option. 4 When you are finished, tap Save.
You can also set album art to download automatically in the Music menu, under Settings.
To Adjust the Audio Volume Press the volume key up or down.
To Minimize the Music Application When a song is playing, tap to go to the Home screen. The Music
application keeps running in the background.
To open the Music application when it is playing in the background
While a song is playing in the background, drag the status bar downward and tap the Music notification.
Alternatively, find and tap .
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Camera
Taking photos and recording videos
1 Select capturing mode
2 Save location
3 View photos and videos
4 Self-timer
5 Shutter button Take photos or record videos
6 Capturing mode settings
7 Camera lens
If you switch the projection mode from table to wall when using the Camera application, the image will be projected upside down. To re-orientate the projected image, exit the camera and re-open it.
To go back a step or exit the camera, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to make the navigation keys appear, then tap .
To take a photo from the lock screen
1 To activate the screen, briefly press the power key. 2 To activate the camera, touch and hold , then swipe it anywhere. 3 After the camera opens, tap .
To take a photo by tapping the on-screen camera button
1 Activate the camera. 2 Move the subject toward the front of the camera. 3 Tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as soon as you
release the camera button.
To use the zoom function
When the camera is activated, pinch or spread on the camera screen. You can also use the volume key, pressing up or down. To enable this
function, tap then tap More > Use Volume key as > Zoom.
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To record a video
1 Activate the camera. 2 If video mode is not selected, swipe the screen to select . 3 Move the subject toward the front of the camera. 4 To start recording, tap . 5 To pause when recording a video, tap . To resume recording, tap . 6 To stop recording, tap .
To Take a Photo when Recording a Video To take a photo while recording a video, tap . The photo is taken as soon
as you release the camera button.
To view your photos and videos
1 Activate the camera, then tap a thumbnail to open a photo or video. 2 Flick left or right to view your photos and videos.
To Delete a Photo or Video
1 Find the photo or video you want to delete. 2 Tap the screen to display the toolbar. 3 Tap . 4 Tap Delete to confirm.
General camera settings
Capturing modes overview You can choose from a range of capturing modes. Simply swipe up or down on the camera screen to switch between them.
Manual
Manually adjust camera settings like resolution and white balance.
Superior auto
Optimize your settings to suit any scene.
Video camera
Manually adjust video settings to suit any scene.
Camera apps
Download camera applications manually.
To learn more about how to take better photos, go to support.sonymobile.com.
Downloading Camera Applications You can download free or paid camera applications from Google Play or other sources. Before you start downloading, make sure you have a working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges.
Auto face detection The camera automatically detects faces and indicates them with frames. The face selected for focus is indicated by a colored frame, closest to the center. To focus on a different face, tap one of the other frames.
Auto-capturing Turn on auto-capturing to take pictures automatically using one of the options below.
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Smile Shutter Use Smile Shutter technology to photograph a face just as it smiles. The camera detects up to five faces and selects one face for smile detection and auto focus. When the selected face smiles, the camera automatically takes a photo.
Off When auto-capturing is off, you can take photos using the shutter button.
To take a photo using Smile Shutter
1 Activate the camera. 2 Tap . 3 Find and tap Auto capturing > Smile Shutter. 4 Point the camera at your subject. The camera selects which face to focus on. 5 The face appears inside a colored frame and the photo is taken automatically
as soon as a smile is detected. 6 If no smile is detected, press the shutter button to take the photo manually.
Touch capture With Touch capture, simply tap anywhere on the camera screen to take a photo.
On
Tap the screen to take a photo.
Off
When Touch capture is off, you can take photos using the shutter button.
Auto Photo/Video Preview You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them.
On After you shoot a photo or a video, a preview of it appears in the lower-right corner of the screen for 3 seconds.
Off The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.
Use Volume Key as You can choose how you want to use the volume key when taking photos.
Zoom Use the volume key to zoom in or out.
Volume Use the volume key to adjust the volume of notifications and music.
Shutter Use the volume key to take photos.
Sound When you take a photo or start recording a video, the camera makes a shutter sound. If you use the self-timer, it will make a series of beeps to mark the countdown. You can choose to turn these sounds on or off.
Data storage You can choose to save your data either to a removable SD card or to your device's internal storage.
Internal storage Photos or videos are saved on the device memory.
SD card
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Photos or videos are saved on the SD card.
Grid Lines You can use grid lines as a visual aid while shooting to help you find the right composition for your photo.
Grid lines are only shown on the camera screen while shooting and do not appear in the final photo.
To Adjust Color and Brightness
1 Activate the camera. 2 Tap > Color and brightness. 3 Drag the sliders to the desired positions to adjust color and brightness.
This setting is only available in the Superior auto and Video camera modes.
White balance and exposure White balance, which is only available in Manual capturing mode, adjusts the color balance according to the lighting conditions. You can also adjust the exposure manually in the -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV range. For example, you can increase the image brightness or decrease the overall exposure by tapping the plus or minus controls accordingly when is displayed. Focus and shutter speed can be set for either manual or automatic adjustment.
White balance
Auto
Adjust the color balance automatically.
Incandescent
Adjust the color balance for warm lighting conditions, such as under light bulbs.
Fluorescent
Adjust the color balance for fluorescent lighting.
Daylight
Adjust the color balance for sunny outdoor conditions.
Cloudy
Adjust the color balance for a cloudy sky.
Still camera settings
To adjust the still camera settings
1 Activate the camera. 2 To display all settings, tap . 3 Select the setting that you want to adjust, then edit as desired.
Still camera settings overview
Resolution Choose between several resolutions and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A photo with a higher resolution has a higher quality, but requires more memory.
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13MP
41603120 (4:3)
13 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution.
10MP
41922358 (16:9)
10 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays.
Self-timer With the self-timer, you can take a photo without holding the device. Use this function to take self-portraits or group photos with everyone in the photo. You can also use the self-timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when taking photos.
10 sec. delay
A photo is taken ten seconds after you press the shutter button or camera key.
3 sec. delay
A photo is taken three seconds after you press the shutter button or camera key.
Off
The photo is taken instantly when you press the shutter button or camera key. There is no delay.
HDR Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong backlight or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Video camera settings
To Adjust the Video Camera Settings
1 Activate the camera. 2 Swipe the screen to select . 3 To display settings, tap . 4 Select the setting you want to adjust, then make your changes.
Video camera settings overview
Video resolution Adjust the video resolution for different formats. HD refers to High Definition, while FPS refers to Frames Per Second. A higher FPS rate provides a smoother video, at the cost of a larger file size.
Full HD (30 fps)
19201080 (16:9)
Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 30 FPS and 16:9 aspect ratio.
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HD
1280720 (16:9)
HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio.
VGA
640480 (4:3)
VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio.
Smile Shutter (video) Using the Smile Shutter feature the camera automatically takes snapshots of smiling faces while you continue to record your video. You can set Smile Shutter to react to big, average, or small smiles.
To turn on Smile Shutter (video)
1 Activate the camera. 2 Tap . 3 Find and tap More > Auto capturing (video) > Smile Shutter.
Further Camera Support Information
Use the Help menu to search for camera-related tests and other useful information. To access support, follow the steps below.
1 Open the camera application. 2 Tap , then tap More > Help & feedback
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Photos and videos in Album
Viewing photos and videos Use the Album application to view photos and play videos that you've taken with your camera, or to view similar content that you've saved to your device. All photos and videos are displayed in a chronologically ordered grid.
Album overview
1 Tap to open the Album home screen menu
2 View menu options
3 View a slideshow of your photos and videos
4 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Album home screen menu
5 View the date of items in the group
6 Tap a photo or video to view it
7 Scroll up or down to view content
To view photos and videos
1 Find and tap Album. 2 Tap a photo or video that you want to view. If prompted, tap . 3 Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous
photo or video.
The Album application may not support all file formats. For more information about supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image, and video) files, download the White paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.
To change the size of the thumbnails When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, spread two
fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out.
To zoom a photo
When you are viewing a photo, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out.
To Watch a Slideshow of Your Photos
1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Slideshow to start playing all the photos in an album.
2 Tap a photo to end the slideshow.
To Play a Video
1 In Album, find and tap the video you want to play. 2 Tap . 3 If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. To
hide the controls, tap the screen again.
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To Pause a Video
1 When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls. 2 Tap .
To Fast-Forward and Rewind a Video
1 When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls. 2 Drag the progress bar marker left to rewind, or right to fast-forward.
To Adjust the Sound Volume of a Video Press the volume key up or down.
Album home screen menu From the Album home screen menu, you can browse your photo albums, including photos and videos taken using special effects, as well as content that you have shared online via services such as Picasa and Facebook. Once you are logged in to such platforms, you can manage content and view online images. From the Album application, you can also add geotags to photos, perform basic editing tasks, and use methods like Bluetooth wireless technology and email to share content.
Album menu overview
1 Return to the Album application home screen to view all content
2 View all photos and videos taken with your device's camera
3 View all photos and videos saved on your device in different folders
4 View all videos saved on your device
5 View your photos on a map or in Globe view
6 View your favorite photos and videos
7 View photos and videos that you have hidden from view
8 View photos and videos on other devices in the same network
9 Open the Settings menu for the Album application
10 Open web support
11 View photos from online services
To view photos from online services in Album
1 Find and tap Album, then tap . 2 Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to get
started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are displayed.
3 Tap any album to view its content, and then tap a photo in the album. 4 Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous
photo or video.
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Sharing and managing photos and videos You can share photos and videos that are saved on your device. You can also manage photos in batches or link photos to contacts. To free up space and avoid unpredictable data loss, regularly transfer your photos and videos to a computer or external storage device. See Managing files using a computer on page 32.
You might not be able to copy, send, or transfer copyright-protected items. Some items may not send if the file size is too large.
To Share a Photo or Video
1 In Album, find and tap the photo or video you want to share. 2 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 3 Tap the application you want to use to share the photo, then follow the steps
to send it.
To use a photo as a contact picture
1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as > Contact photo.
2 Select a contact, then edit the photo as desired. 3 Tap Save.
To use a photo as wallpaper
1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as > Wallpaper.
2 Select an option, then edit the photo as desired. 3 Tap Save.
To Rotate a Photo
1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2 Tap Rotate, and then select an option. The photo is saved in the new orientation.
To Delete a Photo or Video
1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2 Tap Delete.
To Work with Batches of Photos or Videos in Album
1 When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, touch and hold an item until its highlighted.
2 Tap other items you want to work with to select them. If you want to select all items, tap , then tap Select all.
3 Use the tools in the toolbar to work with your selected items.
Hiding photos and videos You can hide any photos and videos from the Album homescreen. Once photos and videos are hidden from the Album homescreen, they can only be viewed from the Hidden folder.
To Hide a Photo or Video
1 In Album, find and tap the photo or video you want to hide. 2 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 3 Tap Hide > OK.
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To View Your Hidden Photos and Videos
1 In Album, tap , then tap Hidden. 2 Tap a photo or video to view it. 3 Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous
photo or video.
To Unhide a Photo or Video
1 In Album, tap , then tap Hidden. 2 Tap a photo or video that you want to unhide. 3 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 4 Tap Don't hide.
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Connectivity
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV You can use the Screen mirroring feature to show the screen of your device on a TV or other large display without using a cable connection. Wi-Fi Direct technology creates a wireless connection between the two devices, so you can sit back and enjoy your favorite photos from the comfort of your couch. You can also use this feature to listen to music from your device using the TV's speakers.
When using Screen mirroring, the image quality may sometimes be negatively impacted if there is interference from other Wi-Fi networks.
To mirror the screen of another Xperia device on your own device
1 Your device: Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
2 Under Receive, tap Start. 3 Other device: Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen
mirroring > Start. 4 Tap OK and select a device. 5 Your device: Tap Accept to allow the connection to your device.
To mirror the screen of your device on a TV screen
1 TV: Follow the instructions in the User Guide of your TV to turn on the Screen mirroring function.
2 Your device: Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
3 Tap OK and select a device.
Your TV must support Screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast for the function to work. If your TV does not support Screen mirroring, you may need to purchase a wireless display adapter separately. Also, when using Screen mirroring, do not cover the Wi-Fi antenna area of your device.
To stop screen mirroring between devices
1 Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring. 2 Tap Disconnect, then tap OK.
Connecting your device to USB accessories You can use a USB Type-C host adapter to connect your device to USB accessories such as USB mass storage devices, game controllers, USB keyboards, and USB mice. If the USB accessory has a USB Type-C connector, a USB Type-C host adapter is not necessary.
USB Type-C host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device.
If your device is fully charged, it can be used for up to one hour without being connected to a power outlet.
NFC (Near Field Communication) Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share data with other devices, such as videos, photos, web page addresses, music files, or contacts. You can also use NFC to scan tags that give you more information about a product or service, as well as tags that activate certain functions on your device.
NFC is a wireless technology with a maximum range of one centimeter, so the devices sharing data must be held close to each other. Before you can use NFC,
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you must first turn on the NFC function, and the screen of your device must be active and unlocked.
Hold your device close to another device or an NFC reader so that the NFC detection areas touch each other.
NFC may not be available in all countries or regions. Using certain apps, some NFC functions can be enabled even when the device is switched off. Note that not all devices support this feature.
To enable or disable the NFC function
1 Find and tap Settings > Device connection. 2 Tap the NFC slider.
To share a contact with another device using NFC
1 Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked.
2 To view contacts, find and tap . 3 Tap the contact that you want to share. 4 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so that the
NFC detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of the contact appears.
5 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer. 6 When the transfer is done, the contact information is saved on the receiving
device and displayed on its screen.
To share a music file with another device using NFC
1 Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked.
2 To open the Music application, find and tap . 3 Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share. 4 Tap the track to play it. You can then tap to pause the track. The transfer
works whether the track is playing or paused. 5 Make sure the track is displayed on full screen. 6 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so the NFC
detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of the track appears.
7 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer. 8 When the transfer is done, the music file is saved on the receiving device. 9 To display the music file, drag down the status bar to open the Notification
panel, and then tap Beam complete.
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To share a photo or video with another device using NFC
1 Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked.
2 To view photos and videos on your device, find and tap Album. 3 Tap the photo or video that you want to share. 4 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so that the
NFC detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of the photo or video appears.
5 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer. 6 When the transfer is done, the photo or video is saved on the receiving
device. 7 To display the photo or video, drag down the status bar to open the
Notification panel, and then tap Beam complete.
To Share a Web Address With Another Device Using NFC
1 Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked.
2 To open the web browser, find and tap . 3 Load the web page that you want to share. 4 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so that the
NFC detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of the web page appears.
5 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer. 6 When the transfer is done, the web page is displayed on the screen of the
receiving device.
Scanning NFC Tags Your device can scan various kinds of NFC tags to receive additional information, such as a web address. For example, it can scan embedded tags on a poster, on a billboard advertisement, or beside a product in a retail store.
To Scan an NFC Tag
1 Make sure your device has the NFC function turned on and the screen is active and unlocked.
2 Place your device over the tag so the NFC detection area touches it. Your device scans the tag and displays the content collected. Tap the content of the tag to open it.
Connecting to an NFC-Compatible Device You can connect your device to other NFC-compatible devices produced by Sony, such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User Guide of the compatible device for more information.
You may need to have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth activated on both devices for the connection to work.
Bluetooth wireless technology Use the Bluetooth function to send files to other Bluetooth-compatible devices, or to connect to handsfree accessories. Bluetooth connections work better within 33 feet (10 meters), with no solid objects in between. In some cases, you have to manually pair your device with other Bluetooth devices.
Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth devices can vary.
If you are using a device with multiple users, each user can change the Bluetooth settings, and the changes affect all users.
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To turn the Bluetooth function on or off
1 Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Bluetooth. 2 Tap the Bluetooth slider to enable or disable the function.
You can also turn Bluetooth on or off from the Quick settings panel.
Naming your device You can give your device a name. This name is shown to other devices after you have turned on the Bluetooth function and your device is set to visible.
To give your device a name
1 Make sure that the Bluetooth function is turned on. 2 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. 3 Tap > Rename this device. 4 Enter a name for your device. 5 Tap RENAME.
Pairing with another Bluetooth device When you pair your device with another device, you can, for example, connect your device to a Bluetooth headset or a Bluetooth car kit, and use these other devices to share music.
Once you pair your device with another Bluetooth device, your device remembers this pairing. When pairing your device with a Bluetooth device for the first time, you may need to enter a passcode. Your device will automatically try the generic passcode 0000. If this does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth device to get the device passcode. You do not need to re-enter the passcode the next time you connect to a previously paired Bluetooth device.
Some Bluetooth devices, for example, most Bluetooth headsets, require you to both pair and connect with the other device.
You can pair your device with several Bluetooth devices, but you can only connect to one Bluetooth profile at the same time.
To pair your device with another Bluetooth device
1 Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth devices.
2 Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Bluetooth. 3 Tap the Bluetooth slider to enable the function. A list of the available
Bluetooth devices appears. 4 Tap the Bluetooth device that you want to pair with. 5 Enter a passcode, if required, or confirm the same passcode on both devices.
To connect your device to another Bluetooth device
1 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. 2 Tap the Bluetooth device that you want to connect to.
To unpair a Bluetooth device
1 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. 2 Under Paired devices, tap beside the name of the device that you want to
unpair. 3 Tap FORGET.
Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology Use Bluetooth technology to share items with other Bluetooth compatible devices like phones or computers. You can send and receive the following kinds of items:
Photos and videos Music and other audio files
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Web pages
To send items using Bluetooth
1 Ensure the Bluetooth function is turned on for the receiving device, and that the device is visible to other Bluetooth devices.
2 Open the application on the sending device that contains the item that you want to send. Scroll to the item.
3 Depending on the app and the item you want to send, you may need to touch and hold or open the item, then tap .
4 Select Bluetooth. 5 Turn on Bluetooth if prompted. 6 Tap the name of the receiving device. 7 On the receiving device, accept the connection if prompted. 8 On the sending device, confirm the transfer to the receiving device, if
prompted. 9 Accept the incoming item on the receiving device.
To receive items using Bluetooth
1 Ensure the Bluetooth function is on and is visible to other Bluetooth devices. 2 The sending device now starts sending data to your device. 3 If prompted, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the
suggested passcode. 4 When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
downward and tap the notification to accept the file transfer. 5 Tap Accept to start the file transfer. 6 To view the progress of the transfer, drag the status bar downward. 7 To open a received item, drag the status bar downward and tap the relevant
notification.
To view files you have received using Bluetooth
1 Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Bluetooth. 2 Tap and select Show received files.
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Smart apps and features that save you time
Google Feed Use the Google app to search the internet. You can also enable a feed for regular updatesfor example, you can get traffic information before commuting to work, find popular restaurants in your area, see your favorite team's current score, and more. The app can be accessed by tapping in the Google folder, or you can reserve a pane on your Home screen for quick access and easy reading.
To reserve a pane on the Homescreen for Google Feed
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen. 2 Tap , then tap the Google feed slider. 3 You can now swipe to the left-most pane on the Home screen to access the
Google Feed interface.
If you reserve the left-most pane for Google Feed, the main Homescreen pane cannot be changed and additional panes cannot be added to the left. Only the left-most pane can be reserved.
To enable or disable data usage for Your feed
1 Find and tap Settings > Google > Search > Your feed. 2 Tap the Data saver slider to enable or disable data usage for Your feed.
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Accessibility
Magnification Magnification allows you to zoom in to parts of the screen by tapping an area of the touchscreen three times in succession.
To enable or disable Magnification
1 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Magnification. 2 Select an option and tap the slider to enable the function.
To magnify an area and pan across the screen
1 Ensure Magnification is enabled. 2 Depending on the selected magnification option, to temporary magnify the
area, tap the screen three times or tap first and then tap the screen. 3 Move the area by dragging it with two or more fingers. 4 To exit zoom mode, tap the area three times or tap again.
With certain applications, you can also zoom in or out by pinching an area.
Font size You can enable the Font size option to increase the default size of text displayed on your device.
To set Font size
1 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility. 2 Tap Font size, and then set the desired font size by tapping the scale.
Color correction The Color correction setting adjusts how colors are displayed on the screen for users who are color blind or have difficulty distinguishing between colors.
To enable or disable Color correction
1 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Color correction. 2 Tap the slider under Color correction to enable or disable the function. 3 Tap Correction mode, and then select the appropriate color sensitivity.
Color correction is currently an experimental feature and may affect device performance.
Mono audio The Mono audio setting plays back both the left and right audio channels simultaneously when playing audio. Using Mono instead of Stereo playback is most useful for users with certain types of hearing loss or for safety reasons, for example when you need to listen to your surroundings.
To enable or disable Mono audio
1 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility. 2 Tap the slider beside Mono audio to enable or disable this function.
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Support and Legal
Support application Use the Support app to find device and software information. You can read support topics, troubleshoot, or use helpful apps like the device test. Visit our web support directly from the app to read User guides and knowledge articles, or visit the Support forum.
Support contact information is available from the Contact us menu even without a network connection.
To access the Support app Find and tap Settings > .
Connect to the internet when using the Support application for the best available support.
Help in Menus and Applications Some applications and settings have help available in the options menu, which is normally indicated by in the individual applications.
Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing You can force your device to restart or shut down if it stops responding or won't restart normally. No settings or personal data get deleted.
You can also reset your device to its original factory settings. This action is sometimes necessary if your device stops functioning properly, but note that if you want to keep any important data, you should first back up this data to a memory card or other non-internal memory. For more information, see Backing Up and Restoring Content on page 33.
If your device fails to turn on or you want to reset your devices software, you can use Xperia Companion to repair your device. For more information on using Xperia Companion, see Xperia Companion on page 31.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the primary user, to reset your device to its original factory settings.
To restart your device
Your device may fail to restart if the battery level is low. Connect your device to a charger and try restarting again.
1 Long-press the power key. 2 In the menu that opens, tap Restart. The device restarts automatically.
To force the device to shut down
1 Locate the POWER OFF button on the bottom of the device. 2 Using the tip of a pen or a similar object, press and hold down the POWER
OFF button until the device shuts down.
Do not use overly sharp objects that could damage the POWER OFF button.
To perform a factory data reset
To avoid permanent damage to your device, do not interrupt a factory data reset procedure.
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1 Back up any important data that is saved on the internal memory of your device to a memory card or other non-internal memory. If you have any encrypted files stored on an SD card, you should also remove the encryption to ensure you can still access them after the reset.
2 Find and tap Settings > System > Reset. 3 Tap Factory data reset > Reset device. 4 If required, draw your screen unlock pattern or enter your screen unlock
password or PIN to continue. 5 To confirm, tap Erase everything.
Your device does not revert to an earlier software version of Android when you perform a factory data reset.
Repairing the device software If you forget your screen unlock password, PIN, or pattern, you can use the device repair feature in Xperia Companion to erase the security layer. You need to provide your Google account login details to perform this operation. By running the repair feature, you reinstall software for your device and you may lose some personal data in the process.
If your device seems to have frozen, restarts repeatedly, or doesnt start at all after youve updated the Xperia software or after youve performed a software repair or a factory data reset, try forcing the device to shut down then try turning it back on. If the problem still exists, force the device to shut down, then perform a software repair.
To find out the recovery time, visit Googles support page http://support.google.com.
When you receive a new Google account username or password, you might not be able to use them to log in.
To repair the device software using Xperia Companion
Before performing a software repair, make sure you know your Google account username and password. Depending on your security settings, you may need to enter them in order to restart the device after a software repair.
1 Ensure Xperia Companion is installed on your PC or Mac. 2 Open the Xperia Companion software on the computer and click Software
repair on the main screen. 3 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to reinstall the software
and complete the repair.
Help Us Improve Our Software You can enable the sending of usage info from your device so that Sony Mobile can receive anonymous bug reports and statistics that help improve our software. None of the information gathered includes personal data.
To allow the sending of usage info
1 Find and tap Settings > About device > Usage info settings. 2 Mark the Send usage info checkbox if it is not already marked. 3 Tap Agree.
Recycling your device Got an old device lying around the house? Why not recycle it? By doing so, you will help us re-use its materials and components, and youll protect the environment too! Find out more about the recycling options in your region at http:// blogs.sonymobile.com/about-us/sustainability/commitment/overview/.
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