User Guide: Xperia XA2
User Guide: Xperia XA2
Xperia XA2
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Contents
Getting started.............................................................................. 6
About this User guide.......................................................................6
Overview........................................................................................... 7
Assembly – Single SIM...................................................................... 8
Assembly – Dual SIM.........................................................................9
Screen Protection............................................................................ 10
Starting Your Device for the First Time........................................... 10
Why do I need a Google account?.................................................. 11
Device security............................................................................. 12
Ensuring your device is protected...................................................12
Screen lock.......................................................................................12
Unlocking your device automatically..............................................13
Fingerprint Manager........................................................................13
SIM card protection......................................................................... 14
Using multiple SIM cards.................................................................14
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device.....................................15
Finding, locking, or erasing a lost device ...................................... 16
Using Location Services...................................................................16
Learning the basics......................................................................18
Using the touchscreen.................................................................... 18
Turning the screen on or off........................................................... 20
Smart backlight control.................................................................. 20
Homescreen....................................................................................20
Application screen.......................................................................... 23
Shortcuts for easy actions.............................................................. 24
Navigating Applications..................................................................24
Widgets........................................................................................... 26
Shortcuts and folders......................................................................27
Background and Themes................................................................28
Taking a screenshot........................................................................ 28
Notifications.................................................................................... 28
Icons in the status bar..................................................................... 31
Applications overview.....................................................................33
Battery and Maintenance............................................................35
Charging your device...................................................................... 35
Battery and power management................................................... 36
Updating your device......................................................................38
Maintenance Using a Computer.....................................................39
Storage and memory......................................................................40
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Do not cut your SIM card, as this may damage your device.
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Do not cut your SIM card, as this may damage your device.
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Do not cut your SIM cards, as this may damage your device. Only Dual SIM devices support
the simultaneous use of two SIM cards.
Screen Protection
Before using your device, remove the protection film by pulling up on the protruding tab.
Screen covers and protectors may help you to protect your device against damage.
We recommend that you use only those screen covers intended for your Xperia™
device. The use of third-party screen protection accessories may prevent your
device from working correctly by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or
microphones, and can invalidate the warranty.
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Screen lock
Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern, or
fingerprint to prevent others 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.
IMEI number
Keep a copy of the IMEI number. If your device is stolen, some network providers
can use this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country
or region.
Dual SIM devices have two IMEI numbers.
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 42.
Screen lock
When the screen is locked you have to unlock it with a swipe gesture or with your
personal pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprint. 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.
• Fingerprint – place your registered finger on the sensor to unlock your device.
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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 button to lock the
screen, set the screen lock activation time, and create a lock screen 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.
Fingerprint Manager
Register your fingerprint to use it as an additional security method for unlocking
your device or authenticating purchases. You can register up to 5 fingerprints on
your device.
The pattern, PIN, or password screen lock serves as a backup unlock method when
a fingerprint is used as a screen lock. Before registering your fingerprint, ensure
the sensor is clean and without any visible moisture.
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Dual SIM devices work with either one or two SIM cards inserted. You can get
incoming communication to both SIM cards and select which number to place
outgoing communication from. Before using multiple SIM cards, you need to
enable them and select a SIM card which will handle data traffic.
You can forward calls that come in on SIM 1 to SIM 2 when SIM 1 is unreachable,
and vice versa. This function is called Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it
manually. See Forwarding calls on the 67 page.
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Tapping
• Move an item.
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• Pinch in and out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos
or shooting videos.
Swiping
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• Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
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.
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1 Welcome to Xperia widget — Tap to open the widget and select a task like copying content from
your old device or setting up Xperia services
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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.
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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.
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3 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar
5 Back key - Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
1 Application 1
3 Application 2
6 Back key - Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
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One-handed operations
You can activate the one-handed operation mode to use your device with one
hand.
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 Resize a Widget
1 Touch and hold a widget until the device vibrates, and then release it. 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.
To Move a Widget
• Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, and then drag it to the
new location.
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To set a theme
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device
vibrates.
2 Tap Themes.
3 Choose an option:
• To use an existing theme, select the theme, then tap APPLY THEME.
• To download a new theme, tap GET MORE THEMES.
When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.
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 Long-press the power key until a prompt window appears.
2 Tap .
You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding the power key and volume down
key at the same time.
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:
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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 snooze a notification, drag the notification slowly to the side and tap . Notifications
can be snoozed for 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour, or 2 hours.
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Hide sensitive You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order
notification content 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.
On the lock screen Show or hide all notification content on the lock screen.
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.
Notification Light
The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For
example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. The
notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
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Status icons
No SIM card
Signal strength
No signal
Roaming
Sending and downloading LTE data
Sending and downloading GPRS data
Sending and downloading EDGE data
Sending and downloading 3G data
Sending and downloading HSPA+ data
Cellular data is disabled
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled and data is being transmitted
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 a successful login, the cross mark disappears.
If Google is blocked in your area, the cross 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
The speakerphone is on
Do Not Disturb mode is activated
Vibrate mode
An alarm is set
GPS is activated
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Notification icons
Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. This list is for reference
purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.
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Applications overview
Use the Album application to manage, view, and edit your photos and
videos.
Use the Amazon Kindle application to explore, shop, and read books on
your device.
Use the Amazon Shopping application to browse, search, and buy
thousands of products right from your device.
Use the AVG Protection PRO application to protect your device against
viruses, malware, spyware, phishing attempts, and online exploitation.
Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
Use the camera to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Chrome web browser to navigate and view web pages, text, and
images, and to manage bookmarks.
Use the Clock application to set various alarms and timers.
Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses
and other contact information.
Use the Files application to access your downloaded applications,
documents, and pictures.
Browse and listen to FM radio stations.
Use the Google Docs application to create, edit, and collaborate with others
on documents.
Use Google Drive application to save your documents and files for easy
access from any device, share them with your friends, and collaborate with
colleagues.
Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both personal
and work accounts.
Use the Facebook™ application for social networking with friends, family
members, and coworkers around the world.
Use the Gmail application to read, write, and organize email messages.
Search for information on your device and on the web.
Enjoy music, movies, apps, and games on your device, and get exclusive
access to unique content available only with Xperia devices.
View your current location, find other locations, and plan routes using
Google Maps.
Use the Duo application to chat with friends online.
Use the Messages application to send and receive text and multimedia
messages.
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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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A wall socket charger will charge your device faster than charging via your computer. You
can still use your device while charging.
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If the battery is completely depleted, it may take a few minutes before the notification light
illuminates and the charging icon appears.
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STAMINA mode
Depending on the STAMINA level, different features will be restricted or disabled in
order to reduce battery consumption. These include rendering performance,
animation and screen brightness, image enhancement, background app data
syncing, vibration except for incoming calls, streaming and GPS while the screen is
off. appears in the status bar.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is,
the primary user, to activate or deactivate STAMINA mode.
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Battery Care
Use Battery Care to increase the lifespan of your battery. This feature detects your
charging patterns and estimates the start and end times of your regular charging
period. The rate of charging is controlled so that your battery reaches 100% just
before you disconnect the charger.
Battery Care will not control the charging rate until it detects a regular charging cycle of at
least 4 hours over a period of several days.
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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 device’s software.
• Transfer your content from an old device using Xperia Transfer.
• Back up and restore content on your computer.
• Sync multimedia content—photos, videos, music, and playlists—between 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
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Smart Cleaner
Using Smart cleaner, you can improve device performance by automatically
optimizing storage and memory depending on the frequency of app use.
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You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the
application under Settings > Apps & notifications > App info.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
allow downloads from sources other than Google Play. Changes made by the owner affect
all other users.
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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. 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.
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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.
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WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a wireless networking standard that helps you
establish secure wireless network connections. WPS 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 WPS:
• Push button method – simply push a button on a WPS-supported device, for
example, a router.
• PIN method – your device creates a random PIN, which you enter on the WPS-
supported device.
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Volume settings
You can adjust the ringtone volume for incoming calls and notifications as well as
for music and video playback.
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Screen settings
You can change the screen’s behavior, brightness, viewing size, and quality. For
example, select a bigger font or display size for easier reading or change the icons
you see in the status bar.
If you want to change your background and theme, see Background and Themes
on page 28. To change how long you want to have the screen on before it is turned
off, see Turning the screen on or off on page 28.
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 .
Screen rotation
Set the screen to rotate automatically when the device is turned, or set it to stay in
portrait view.
Screen saver
Set up a screen saver that displays colors or a photo slideshow when your device is
charging or the screen is idle. If your device has multiple users, each user can have
individual screen saver settings.
Screen Pinning
Use screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specific
application. For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch the
Home navigation key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game app
screen from being minimized. You can also use this feature when you lend your
device to another person to make it harder for them to access more than one
application. For example, you can lend your device to somebody to take a photo
and pin the screen to the Camera application so that the person can't easily use
other apps such as Email.
Screen pinning is not a security feature and does not fully prevent other users from
unpinning a screen and accessing your device. To protect your data, you should set up your
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To pin a screen
1 Ensure screen pinning is activated on your device.
2 Open an app and go to the screen you want to pin.
3 Tap .
4 To display the screen pinning icon, swipe upward and tap .
5 In the window that appears, tap Got it.
To unpin a screen
• On the pinned screen, touch and hold and until the screen is unpinned.
If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have
to enter your pattern, PIN, or password to unlock the device before the screen can be
unpinned.
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 app’s
design.
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.
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.
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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 don’t need to select an app each time you open a
link. You can change the default app any time you want.
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SwiftKey® keyboard
You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard by tapping each letter
individually, or you can use the SwiftKey® flow feature and slide your finger from
letter to letter to form words.
4 Enter a space
5 Enter punctuation
7 Delete
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Editing text
You can select, cut, copy and paste text as you write. You can access the editing
options by double-tapping the entered text. The editing options then become
available via an application bar.
Application bar
The following actions are available on the selected text:
• 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.
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2 Delete
3 Dialpad
4 Call button
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Receiving calls
If you receive an incoming call when the device is in sleep mode or the screen is
locked, the phone application opens in full-screen format. For Dual SIM devices, a
SIM icon indicates which SIM card the call is for.
If you receive an incoming call when the screen is active, the incoming call is
displayed as a floating notification, that is, in a minimized window that floats at
the top of whatever screen is open. For Dual SIM devices, SIM1 or SIM2 indicates
which SIM card the call is for. When the notification arrives, you can choose to
answer the call and open the phone application screen, or you can reject the call
and stay on the current screen.
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Forwarding calls
You can direct calls to a different recipient, such as to another phone number or
another device.
If you are using a Dual SIM device, you can also forward calls that come in on SIM
card 1 to SIM card 2 when SIM card 1 is unreachable, and vice versa. This function is
called Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it manually.
To forward calls
1 Find and tap .
2 Tap > Settings.
3 Dual SIM users, tap Calling accounts, and select a SIM card. Single SIM
users, tap Calls.
4 Tap Call forwarding > Voice, then select an option.
5 Enter the number you want to forward calls to, then tap Turn on.
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Blocking a number
You can block certain numbers from calling you and from sending you messages.
Select from stored numbers or type in a number yourself.
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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 you’re 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.
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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.
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, use Bluetooth technology, or save
contacts to a SIM card. 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/.
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Backing up contacts
You can use internal storage, a memory card, or a SIM card to back up contacts.
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Messaging overview
6 Add attachments
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To reply to a message
1 Find and tap .
2 Tap the conversation containing the message.
3 Dual SIM users, tap to select the SIM card you wish to use.
4 Enter your reply and tap .
To forward a message
1 Find and tap .
2 Tap the conversation containing the desired message.
3 Dual SIM users, tap to select the SIM card you wish to use.
4 Touch and hold the desired message, then tap .
5 Select a recent contact from the list or tap NEW MESSAGE and enter the
recipient's name or phone number, then select from the suggestions that
appear. If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number
manually.
6 Edit the message if necessary, then tap .
Messaging settings
You can change message notification settings and select whether to enable
message delivery reports.
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Video Chat
You can use the Google Duo™ video chat application on your device to chat with
friends who also use the application on Android™ and iOS devices.
Go to https://support.google.com/duo/ to get more detailed information about
how to use this application.
The video call function only works on devices with a front camera.
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.
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Listening to music
Use the Music application to listen to your favorite music and audio books.
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14 Tap to go to the previous song, touch and hold to rewind the current song
Music homescreen
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FM radio overview
1 Favorites list
4 Tuned frequency
6 Tuning dial
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4 Zoom in or out
5 Use the camera key to activate the camera, take photos, or record videos
11 Flash settings
Capturing modes
Your camera is equipped with four capturing modes. Two are for taking photos, the
Superior auto mode and the Manual mode.
Superior auto optimizes settings automatically for many different scenarios.
Manual mode is useful when you want more creative control.
Available settings depend on the capturing mode selected.
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Manual
Take photos and manually adjust camera settings
Superior auto
Take photos with settings automatically optimized
Video
Record videos
Camera apps
Use photo and video apps
To take a photo
• When using the camera, press the camera key or tap the shutter button to
take a photo.
To record a video
1 When using the camera, swipe the screen to select .
2 Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to start or stop recording.
The maximum recording time is 6 hours.
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Self-timer
Use the Self-timer to get more time to prepare for a photo. It also helps to keep
your device steady and avoid blurred photos.
Shutter button
The shutter button is used differently depending on the capturing mode and
activated features.
Take a photo
Record a video/Resume recording
Pause a video
Stop recording a video
Slow motion
Self-timer is activated
Touch capture is activated
Touch capture and Self-timer are activated
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When the background is brighter than the object, use Fill flash to remove unwanted dark
shadows.
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When using the camera, you can also adjust the color and brightness by simply tapping the
screen. To enable this function, make sure Object tracking is turned off.
Shutter speed
Shutter speed refers to how long the shutter is open and the camera sensor is
exposed to light.
A fast shutter speed helps to freeze motion, while a slow shutter speed can create
an effect called "motion blur," where moving objects appear blurred along their
line of motion.
The shutter speed is automatically adjusted in Superior auto and Video modes.
ISO
ISO determines how sensitive your camera is to light. A low ISO number means
lower sensitivity, and a high ISO number means higher sensitivity. Higher
sensitivity can add blur to your photos.
Choose a higher ISO value when taking photos of moving objects or when taking
photos in low light without the flash.
If there is too much light, use the lowest ISO setting to achieve a higher image
quality.
ISO is automatically adjusted in Superior auto and Video modes.
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Manual
Adjust HDR manually for both main and front cameras.
Superior auto
HDR is automatically adjusted for both main and front cameras.
Video
Adjust HDR manually for the main camera. HDR is automatically adjusted
for the front camera.
White balance
In Superior auto and Video modes, white balance adjustments are automatic. You
can adjust the white balance manually in Manual mode.
Auto
Adjust the color balance automatically
Cloudy
Adjust the color balance for a cloudy sky
Daylight
Adjust the color balance for sunny outdoor conditions
Fluorescent
Adjust the color balance for fluorescent lighting
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Optimizing exposure
Exposure metering measures the amount of light that strikes an object, to optimize
exposure.
Exposure metering is automatically adjusted in Superior auto and Video modes.
You can adjust the exposure manually in Manual mode for the main camera, for
example to change the exposure for a specific part of the photo.
Metering settings
Face
Measures the amount of light on a face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face
is neither too dark nor too bright
Center
Determines the center of the image, and sets the exposure based on the
brightness of the object
Spot
Adjusts the exposure for a very small part of the object
Touch
Allows you to touch the screen to determine the object or area where exposure
should be optimized
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To take a selfie
1 When using the camera, select a photo or video capturing mode for your
selfie.
2 Tap to activate the front camera.
3 Tap to select normal angle or tap to select wide angle.
4 Tap if you want to use the self-timer.
5 Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a selfie.
Turn on the Soft skin effect to soften skin tones when taking selfies.
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Moving objects
When taking photos and recording videos of moving objects, timing is important
for good results.
Object tracking can track a moving object automatically.
When recording videos, you can use SteadyShot™ to compensate for camera
movements and steady the frame.
To track an object
1 When using the main camera, tap .
2 Tap More and tap the Object tracking slider to enable.
3 Close the settings menu. The setting is saved.
4 Select an object to track by touching it in the viewfinder.
5 Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a
video.
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AR effect
AR effect is the augmented reality app that lets you apply fantastical worlds to
your photos or videos. You can add smileys, paper puppets, dinosaurs, and more.
Panorama
Use the Panorama app to take wide-angle and panoramic photos.
Creative effect
With the Creative effect app you can preset effects and color filters before taking a
photo or recording a video.
Sound Photo
Record a background sound and take a photo at the same time with the Sound
Photo app.
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Timeshift burst
The camera takes a burst of 61 photos in a window of two seconds—one second
before and after you tap the on-screen camera button.
Photo resolutions
Main camera:
23MP
5520×4144 (4:3). 23 MP resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you
want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution.
20MP
5984×3376 (16:9). 20 MP resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos
you want to view on widescreen displays.
12MP
4000×3008 (4:3). 12 MP resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you
want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution.
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Front camera:
8MP
3264×2448 (4:3). 8 MP resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you
want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution.
5.8MP
3200×1808 (16:9). 5.8 MP resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos
you want to view on widescreen displays.
Video resolutions
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. The aspect ratio is the
relationship between the width and the height, where the width is the first
number.
Main camera:
Front camera:
Full HD
1920×1080 (16:9). Full HD format with 16:9 aspect ratio.
HD
1280×720 (16:9). HD format with 16:9 aspect ratio.
VGA
640×480 (4:3). VGA (Video Graphics Array) format with 4:3 aspect ratio.
MMS
176×144 (11:9). MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) format with 11:9 aspect
ratio. Record videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording
time of this video format is limited so that video files can fit in a multimedia
message.
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Geotagging
You can save your photos and videos with the location where they were taken—
this is called geotagging. The option to geotag your photos and videos requires a
wireless network and that the GPS function is enabled.
To turn on geotagging
1 When using the camera, tap .
2 Tap More and tap the Save location slider to enable. The setting is saved.
Grid lines
With Grid lines, you can apply the "Rule of Thirds" and place important objects
along the grid lines or their intersections. By not always having the object in the
middle of the frame, you can make your photos and videos more interesting.
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Previewing settings
On After you take a photo, a preview appears in the lower right corner
of the screen for three seconds before it is saved.
Only front After you take a photo with the front camera, a preview appears in
camera the lower right corner of the screen for three seconds before it is
saved.
Off No preview appears. The photo is saved directly.
Sound
When Sound is activated, the camera makes a sound when you take a photo or
when you start or stop a video recording. Additionally, when you use the self-timer
the countdown is indicated by a series of beeps.
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Album overview
4 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Album home screen menu
You can set the screen to rotate automatically when your device is turned sideways. To
enable or disable this feature, find and tap Settings > Display > Device rotation.
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.
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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.
To Pause a Video
1 When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
2 Tap .
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
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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.
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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.
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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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You can pair your device with several Bluetooth devices, but you can only connect to one
Bluetooth profile at the same time.
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Xperia™ Actions
Use Xperia™ Actions to customize phone settings for different circumstances. You
can select and schedule separate phone settings for nighttime, specific days,
hours, or locations, and when you travel abroad. For example, have your device
automatically turn on Flight or Do Not Disturb mode for times when you do not
want to receive notifications. You can also set which apps use data when roaming,
or have STAMINA mode automatically turn on when you travel abroad.
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Clock
You can set one or several alarms and use any sound saved on your device as the
alarm signal. The alarm does not sound if your device is turned off.
The alarm time format displayed is the same as the format you select for your
general time settings, for example, 12 hour or 24 hour.
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Font size
You can enable the Font size option to increase the default size of text displayed
on your device.
Display Size
You can use the Display size setting to increase or decrease all elements on your
screen, not just text.
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.
TalkBack
TalkBack is a screen reader service for visually impaired users. TalkBack uses
spoken feedback to describe any events or actions performed on your Android
device. TalkBack describes the user interface and reads out software errors,
notifications, and messages.
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TalkBack launches a tutorial immediately after you enable the feature. To exit the tutorial,
tap , then tap the screen twice.
To disable TalkBack
1 Find and tap Settings, then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
2 Find and tap Accessibility by scrolling through the list with two or more
fingers, then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
3 Find and tap TalkBack by scrolling through the list with two or more fingers,
then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
4 Tap the on-off switch, and then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
5 Tap OK, and then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
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.
Switch Access
With Switch Access, you can interact with your Xperia™ device using one or more
switches. A switch is a device used to send a keystroke signal to your Android
device. These can be helpful for users with mobility limitations. For more
information about Switch Access, see Settings > Accessibility > Switch Access >
SETTINGS > Help & feedback.
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If your device seems to have frozen, restarts repeatedly, or doesn’t start at all after
you’ve updated the Xperia software or after you’ve 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 by following the steps below:
1 Ensure Xperia Companion is installed on your PC or Mac.
2 Open the Xperia Companion software on the computer and Software repair
on the main screen.
3 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to reinstall the software
and complete the repair.
Legal information
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This User guide is published by Sony Mobile Communications Inc. or its local affiliated company, without
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inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by
Sony Mobile Communications Inc. at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be
incorporated into new editions of this user guide. All illustrations are for illustrative purposes only and may
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