How to Factory Reset (Hard Reset) Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos
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 Grand Duos 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 Grand Duos:
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 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 Grand Duos.
You may also use the shortcut method using the code: Enter *2767*3855# on your device.
Hard Reset:
1. Turn off your device.
2. Then press and hold Volume Down + Home Button + Power On.
3. Wait for a few seconds until the Factory reset menu appears.
4. Select "wipe data/factory reset" by using the Volume Down button.
How to Reduce the Battery Consumption on Samsung Galaxy Grand DuosBattery Life depends on how you use your device. For Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos device, if you want to save your battery to last longer hours, you may need to adjust your settings.
All of us want to have a longer battery life on our phones. Follow these suggestions to reduce the battery consumption:
- Switch to Sleep mode by pressing the Power key when you are not using your device.
- Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.
- Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal. (deactivate the Bluetooth feature, turn off the Wi-Fi feature when not in use, etc).
- Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.
- Decrease the backlight time.
- Lessen the screen brightness and the screen lock timeout.
Formatting the memory card on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos will delete all the files that is stored on the memory card. It is recommended to backup your important files on your computer before attempting to format your memory card.
You may not be able to reformat your memory card on your computer. So try it through your device:
1. On your Home screen, tap
Apps.
2. Select
Settings.
3. Go to
Storage.
4. Then tap
Format SD card >
Format SD card.
5. Tap
Erase everything to confirm the action.
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 cant 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, theres 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.
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:
- 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.
Securing your Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos is also important, specially if you have a private files that you dont want others to access it. So to prevent others from using your or accessing your personal data without your permission, then you may need to activate the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.
Setting a face unlock:
1. On the Applications screen, tap Settings.
2. Select Lock screen.
3. Then choose Screen lock.
4. Tap Face unlock.
Fit your face in the frame to be captured. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face unlock fails.
Setting a face and voice unlock:
1. On the Applications screen, tap Settings.
2. Select Lock screen.
3. Then choose Screen lock.
4. Tap Face and voice.
Fit your face in the frame to be captured and then set a voice command. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face and voice unlock fails.
Setting a pattern:
1. On the Applications screen, tap Settings.
2. Select Lock screen.
3. Then choose Screen lock.
4. Tap Pattern.
Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it. Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.
Setting a PIN:
1. On the Applications screen, tap Settings.
2. Select Lock screen.
3. Then choose Screen lock.
4. Tap PIN.
Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.
Setting a password:
1. On the Applications screen, tap Settings.
2. Select Lock screen.
3. Then choose Screen lock.
4. Tap Password.
Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password again to verify it.
How to Upgrade With the Latest Software on Samsung Galaxy Grand DuosKeeping your device updated with the latest software fixes bugs on your handset thus contributing to its efficiency and life span. Samsung allows you to install those updates in two ways- through Samsung Kies or Over-the-Air. Well heres how you can install those latest software firmware using this two methods.
Upgrading with Samsung Kies1. First launch Samsung Kies.
2. Then connect your phone to the computer using the USB cable that came with it.
3. Now Samsung Kies will automatically recognizes your device and a dialogue box
appears showing the available updates, if any.
4. Click the update button in the dialogue box to start upgrad ting to te latest software.
While youre upgrading the device, you shouldnt turn off the computer or disconnect
te USB cable and dont connect other media devices to the computer as it may interfere
the upgrading process.
Upgrading over-the-air1. Go the Applications screen and then tap Settings.
2. Then go to About device.
3. Select Software Update then hit on Update.
How to Make Your Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos a Portable Wi-Fi HotspotSmartphones these days can now share its mobile data connection and act as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. And like those high-end gadgets, Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos is sure to let you experience the benefits of making it as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. Heres how you can make your Samsung phone the next Wi-Fi hotspot.
1. On your device, go to
Settings screen first.
2. Then tap
Wi-Fi and tap
for more options.
3. Select
Advanced options to customize your Wi-Fi settings.
4. Go to
Tethering and portable hotspot.
5. And choose
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the devices mobile network connection.
And you now have a portable Wi-Fi hotspot using your Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos.
How to Activate and Use Multi Window Feature on Samsung Galaxy Grand DuosComputers allow us to do multi tasking by letting its users open various windows or screens to work on. Now if you think your phones display is too small for another screen, then you are indeed underestimating what your phone can do. With Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos, you can still carry on with your multi tasking skill by working on not just one window but two screens at the same time. Heres how you can activate and use the Multi Window feature on your Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos.
1. To activate the Multi Window feature on your phone,go to the
Applications screen first.
2. Then tap on
Settings.
3. Go to
Display and tick
Multi Window.
4. To use the Multi Window just tap and hold
and the Multi Window panel appears
at the left side of the screen.
5. Now select one app and drag another app to a new location. Just drag the bar between the application panels up and down to adjust the panel size.
6. Tap the panel handle to
hide or show the panel.
7. To
move an open panel, just tap and hold the handle and drag it to an edge of the screen.
8. When a panel is hidden, tap and hold the handle and drag it up or down or left or right to move the handle.
9. To
deactivate Multi Window, tap and hold
again.
Take note that when this feature is activated, only applications on the Multi Window panel can run. When launching applications which contains multimedia files such as music and video, sound from both files will be played. And this feature may not be available depending on your region or service provider.
How to Install and Uninstall Apps on Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos
Apps developers are remarkably making good money out of every apps they build. No wonder online stores are mostly visited by smartphone users just to check on the hottest new apps online. If youve found the perfect app for your Samsung Galaxy Grand, then follow these steps in installing and perhaps uninstalling those unwanted apps.
Installing apps1. First tap on
Play Store on the applications screen to view available apps online.
2. You can browse available apps by category or simply tap
to search with a keyword.
3. Then
select an application to view. To download it on your phone, tap
Install. Make sure to double check the app info like its price and ratings before hitting the install button.
4. If theres a charge for that app,tap the
price and follow the onscreen instructions to purchase it.
5. To install apps that are from other sources, just go to
Applications >
Settings >
Security >
Unknown sources.
Uninstalling apps1. In uinstalling the apps purchased from the Play Store, tap
2. Then go to
My Apps.
3. And
select an application you want to delete, then tap
Uninstall.
