Here are some How To's for your Samsung Galaxy S4. These How To's are still not yet complete and I am still working on the others:
How to Factory Reset (Hard Reset) Samsung Galaxy S4
We have our own reasons why we factory reset our device. Maybe we want to delete all the files and restore the device to its original state. It could also be the device may be malfunctioning or so slow and it needs to be reset.
Restoring the default settings or factory reset your Samsung Galaxy S4 will delete all your existing files. It is recommended to backup your important files on your computer before attempting to reset your device.
The steps below are the instructions on how to factory reset your Samsung Galaxy S4:
Step 1. On your Homescreen, tap on MENU icon.
Step 2. Select Settings, then scroll down and tap Backup and reset option.
Step 3. Then tap on Factory Data Reset.
Step 4. Read warning carefully before tapping the Reset Device.
Step 5. If you want to proceed in resetting your device, tap on Delete All to confirm the Factory Reset.
Now, you just need to wait while your device is resetting. It should reboot itself and you will have a new start on your Samsung Galaxy S4.
If your Galaxy S4 is unresponsive, then you may need to do the Hard Reset.
- Press and hold the Power button, Volume Up and the Home Key at the same time.
- Hold these buttons until your phone vibrates, then release the Power button.
- Hold the Volume Up and the Home Key until you see the Android icon.
- Then choose the Factory Reset option.
How to Increase Memory Space (Dropbox application) on Samsung Galaxy S4 From 2GB to 50GB
Everyone of us want to have a bigger memory space on our Phone (for our photos, videos, application and more). With Samsung Galaxy S4, you can upgrade your memory space from 2GB to 50GB on your Dropbox application. If you want to increase your memory, then just follow the steps below:
Step 1. Visit the Dropbox website.
Step 2. Sign in on your account. If you don't have an account, then you need to create one.
Step 3. Go to your "Inbox" and find the email that contains 'Claim your 48 GB of free Dropbox space!'.
Step 4. Click on "Claim Space", and complete the Getting Started instrutions.
Step 5. You should receive a notification that you have acquired an additional space once you have completed the required steps.
Step 6. You just need to restart your device and check the settings of the Dropbox app on your device. You should be able to see that the space increased to 50GB.
How to Import Contacts From Old Phone to New Phone (on Sony, iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia)
How to Import Contacts From Old Phone to New Phone (on Sony, iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia)
Contacts is very important for everyone of us. We can't connect to our friends without a contact number. If you have a new phone, saving contacts on the phone one by one is so hassle. But now, there's an easy way how to transfer or import your contacts from your old phone to your new phone.
Use your PC to transfer contacts to your new phone. This process is applicable in several phone brands, including iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia.
You just need an Internet Connection on your PC, your old and new phone and their own USB cable.
If you are not prompted with a pop-up window to install the PC Companion, you can also download the PC Companion here.
How to Change Font Size and Style on Samsung Galaxy S4
Android phones running older version of OS can easily allow you to change its font size. However, changing its font style requires rooting of your device or installing 3rd party apps. Well the good news is, Samsung Galaxy S4 allows you to customize your phone’s font with just few taps. So if you think your S4’s font is way too serious to fit your personality, then you can change into a more light-hearted one. Check out these steps on how to change S4’s font size and style to suit your style.
To change the font size, follow these steps:
1. On your device, go to Settings menu by pulling down the Notification drawer.
2. Now you’re on the Settings menu, scroll down to Display and tap.
3. Under Font, tap on Font Size.
4. You’ll see five options (tiny, small, normal, large and huge) to choose from. Just choose from the list and you’ll immediately see the results within the Settings menu screen.
To change the font style, follow these steps:
1. Pull down the Notification drawer and tap on Settings icon.
2. Then scroll down to Display and tap.
3. Under Font section, tap on Font Style.
4. You’ll see four font style ( default font, Choco cooky, Helvetica S, Rosemary)
5. Choose the desired font style and tap on Yes to apply it. Take note that fonts on a web page will still be displayed as they always have.
6. Now if you wish to use other fonts, just tap on the tab Get fonts online at the bottom of the list for available font styles.
7. Once you tap that tab you’ll be redirected to Google Play Store where you can download additional fonts for S4. Some are free and others cost on average of $0.99.
How to Reduce the Battery Consumption on Samsung S4
Use your PC to transfer contacts to your new phone. This process is applicable in several phone brands, including iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia.
You just need an Internet Connection on your PC, your old and new phone and their own USB cable.
Then you need to install the PC Companion program. This is a free application and the installation files are already saved on your new phone. This program can also be used in updating your phone software.
Please note that if you are using the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system on your PC, make sure that the AutoPlay setting is enabled.
To check your settings:
Click Start > Control Panel, then type "autoplay" on the search box. Click the AutoPlay, and mark the check box Use AutoPlay for all media and devices.
Installing the PC Companion:
Installing the PC Companion:
- Turn on your new Phone and connect it to your PC.
- On your new Phone, tap "Install" to install PC Companion on the PC.
- On your computer, if a pop-up window that appears notifies you about available PC Software, select Run Startme.exe.
- Then click Install to start the installation and then follow the instructions to complete the installation.
If you are not prompted with a pop-up window to install the PC Companion, you can also download the PC Companion here.
Transferring your contacts to your new phone:
- Make sure that PC Companion is installed on your PC.
- Open the PC Companion application on your PC.
- Then click Contacts Setup and follow the instructions to transfer your contacts.
How to Change Font Size and Style on Samsung Galaxy S4
Android phones running older version of OS can easily allow you to change its font size. However, changing its font style requires rooting of your device or installing 3rd party apps. Well the good news is, Samsung Galaxy S4 allows you to customize your phone’s font with just few taps. So if you think your S4’s font is way too serious to fit your personality, then you can change into a more light-hearted one. Check out these steps on how to change S4’s font size and style to suit your style.
To change the font size, follow these steps:
1. On your device, go to Settings menu by pulling down the Notification drawer.
2. Now you’re on the Settings menu, scroll down to Display and tap.
3. Under Font, tap on Font Size.
4. You’ll see five options (tiny, small, normal, large and huge) to choose from. Just choose from the list and you’ll immediately see the results within the Settings menu screen.
To change the font style, follow these steps:
1. Pull down the Notification drawer and tap on Settings icon.
2. Then scroll down to Display and tap.
3. Under Font section, tap on Font Style.
4. You’ll see four font style ( default font, Choco cooky, Helvetica S, Rosemary)
5. Choose the desired font style and tap on Yes to apply it. Take note that fonts on a web page will still be displayed as they always have.
6. Now if you wish to use other fonts, just tap on the tab Get fonts online at the bottom of the list for available font styles.
7. Once you tap that tab you’ll be redirected to Google Play Store where you can download additional fonts for S4. Some are free and others cost on average of $0.99.
How to Reduce the Battery Consumption on Samsung S4
All of us want to have a longer battery life on our phones. Well, Samsung S4 provides options that help you save battery power. By customizing these options and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:
To reduce the battery consumption, follow these simple tips:
● Switch to Sleep mode by pressing the Power key when you are not using your device. Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
● Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
● Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.
● Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
● Decrease the backlight time.
● You need to Activate Power saving mode.
● Switch to Sleep mode by pressing the Power key when you are not using your device. Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.
● Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.
● Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.
● Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
● Decrease the backlight time.
Samsung Galaxy S4 and Note 2 have a feature called the Face Tag which lets you tag your friends on a photo by tapping the yellow boxes over their faces. Yes, it works more like the usual Facebook photo tagging. However, this app is sometimes distracting to look at whenever you view a photo because of the yellow boxes. Now here’s how you can ditch those boxes for a neater photo viewing.
1. Open the Gallery application and select a photo to view.
2. Press on the Menu key and list of options will pop up. Then select Face tag
3. A Face tag switch will appear. Click on the “Off” radio button.
There you go! Hello to a yellow-box free photo. You now have disabled the Face tag app.
How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S4
1. Open the Gallery application and select a photo to view.
2. Press on the Menu key and list of options will pop up. Then select Face tag
3. A Face tag switch will appear. Click on the “Off” radio button.
There you go! Hello to a yellow-box free photo. You now have disabled the Face tag app.
How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S4
Posting a screenshot of text thread on Facebook is viral these days. Most of the time, it’s meant for a good laugh. Well, there are actually two ways on how you can capture a screenshot of your Galaxy S4. Here are ways on how you can do it.
1. Using your device, press and hold the home button and at the same time press and hold the power button on the side. Press and hold those two buttons simultaneously for couple of seconds. Go to your notification bar on top to see the captured screen. Of course, make sure that you’re on the screen that you wish to capture.
2. This one is simpler. Just swipe the side of your hand from left to right or vice versa to take a screenshot. To activate that hand motion, press on the Menu button on your device. Then go to Settings and select Motion. Scroll down to Hand Motion. Tick on the Palm Swipe to Capture motion to activate the said functionality.
Now you’re ready that snap!
How to Take a Photo with Samsung Galaxy S4 While Recording a Video
Samsung’s flagship and perhaps its best seller Smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S4 has incredible features to brag. One of which is the ability to take a photo while recording a video. Check out these steps and discover what a piece of art you have there with your S4.
1. Take your S4 and open your camera app. It will let you choose between the standard camera shots or video footage. You can take a video either on a portrait or landscape mode.
2. Once you’ve switched to record a video, press on that red button to begin recording. And a camera button will appear next to the record/stop icon.
3. Now if you wish to take a photo in the middle of recording a video, just press on the camera icon. Notice that there is no sound but just a little flash and momentary change of color after taking the shot.
4. To check on the photos, press on stop button and press on that square icon with lines beside it to get to the gallery page of your device.
5. There’ll you see the video you've recorded and as well as the photos taken while on it.
How to Make Your Samsung Galaxy S4 a Wi-Fi Hotspot
Ever imagine how you can make your own Samsung Galaxy S4 a WiFi hotspot? Well, sure you can. This feature allows for your other devices to pick up your mobile hotspot settings on your Samsung Galaxy S4. This is more preferable when you’re in public trying to locate a WiFi connection. Nokia did not mention how many devices can connect to your Samsung Galaxy S4, but usually it is 6-8 devices. Check out these steps for easy, convenient and a money-saver internet experience.
1. In the Application list, select Settings.
2. Then tap on More Settings.
3. Choose Tethering and portable hotspot.
4. Tap on Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
3. Choose Tethering and portable hotspot.
4. Tap on Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
5. Then drag the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot switch to the right to activate mobile network sharing via Wi-Fi
6. Select Configure to configure network settings to use your device as an AP.
7. Tap on Save.
8. Now, on another device, locate your device’s name and connect to your mobile network.
You can also restrict mobile network sharing to specified devices. Select Allowed device list, create a device list, and then select your device’s name to change the sharing mode to Only allowed devices.
How to Connect your Samsung Galaxy S4 to a TV
With Samsung Galaxy S4, you can connect this device to a TV to display your device's screen onto the big tube. This also allows you to control your TV remotely using your device. Here's how you can connect your smartphone to your TV.
1. First select a country and a region then tap
2. Go to Set up Now and just follow the on screen instructions to register the TV on your device.
3. To connect to other devices, tap
and go to Settings.4. Choose My Room and then Add devices.
How to Use Screen Mirroring Feature on Samsung Galaxy S4
A feature found in Samsung Galaxy S4, Screen Mirroring on Samsung Galaxy S4 lets your device connected to a large screen using accessories like AllShare Cast dongle or Homesync which you can share your device's contents to a TV. Screen Mirroring can also be use to share contents with other devices using the Wi-Fi Miracast feature. Take note that this feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
1. On your device's Applications screen, tap on Settings.
2. Then go to Connections.
3. And select Screen Mirroring. Drag the Screen Mirroring switch to the right.
4. Now you can select a device or perhaps open or play a file. Control the screen display using the keys on your smartphone.
Also check: Samsung Galaxy S4 Complete Guide | Tips and Tricks
2 comments:
You're welcome. Just stay tune for more tips and tricks on samsung galaxy s4.
Thanks Chris. Got my phone today. Your article was so helpful. Cheers.
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