Android basics, Android basics 15 – Samsung Android 2.3 User Manual
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Android User’s Guide
Android basics
When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to sign into
your Google Account. Then it’s a good idea to become familiar with the
basics of your phone and how to use it—the Home screen, the
touchscreen, menus, applications, entering text, and so on.
In this section
“Starting Android for the first time” on page 16
“Getting to know the Home screen” on page 19
“Using the touchscreen” on page 22
“Using the phone’s buttons” on page 23
“Using a trackball” on page 24
“Working with menus” on page 25
“Monitoring your phone’s status” on page 27
“Managing notifications” on page 29
“Using the onscreen keyboard” on page 31
“Entering text by speaking” on page 35
“Opening and switching applications” on page 40
“Locking your screen” on page 42
“Customizing the Home screen” on page 43
“Connecting quickly with your contacts” on page 45
“Optimizing battery life” on page 46