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A Guide to Android for Seniors: Introduction to Android Phones and Tablets
Copyright © 2014 Conceptual Kings.
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Introduction
Android is a mobile operating system which can be used on different mobile devices such
as phones and tablets. The android system was made by Google. It has many features and
makes having a phone or a tablet easy to use. The screen is sensitive and can be used to
gain access to various Apps. This guide will show you how to navigate through the
various controls and how to protect your device. You will also learn how to effectively use
it to maximize the settings of each function.
1. Charge the Battery
The first time you acquire an android device ensure you charge it until the battery
indicates that it is full by displaying 100%.You can charge the battery using the new
charger or you can use a USB cable to connect the device to a power source then
charge it.
2.
Power on
After charging the device you can then turn it on. To power on the device press the
power button that is located on either the side or the top of the device.
3.
Unlocking the Screen
If the screen shows that it is locked after powering on, slide the lock icon to the right
of the screen.
4.
Getting Started
The first time you switch on your android you will be presented with a variety of
options to customize certain settings. First a dialog box will appear asking you to
select your language. A long list of languages will be displayed and you can pick the
language of your choice.
5.
Wi-Fi
Then you will be directed to a page that requires you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Select Connect to Wi-Fi. The available networks. Pick your network and enter the
key if needed.
6.
Getting an Account
You will need to have an account to access content from Gmail, Play store, Google
Apps and any other Google Apps. You can either create a new account by selecting
Create option. Then you will be taken on a page that requires you to enter your First
name, Second name and your User name for your Google account. Then you will
Type a password and confirm it so you can be able to access your account. Type in
your security question and answer. Then you will choose your second account. After
that you will be asked for your preferred language. The terms will be shown on the
screen. Then click on I Agree to continue. After this you will be taken to a security
page to type in the letters shown. Then click on Next to be taken to terms whether
you allow Google to determine your location and then go to the Sync page if you
want all your contacts on Gmail. If you sync then all the contacts on the device will
be synched into your account. Then select Finish Set up.
7.
Signing In
In the set up for the Google Account options click on Sign in. Then enter your
details on the Username and Password. Then click on Sign in at the bottom of the
page.
8.
Date and Time
To set the date and time can be done manually or using the network values. To set
the date and time manually, select Set date then adjust to the current day. Select your
Time Zone from the list provided. Then Set the Time. Then choose the Time Format
which can be AM and PM or 24 hour format. Then select the date format.
9.
Home Button
On the screen is a home icon and you can tap it to take you back to the original
home screen.
10.
Back
The arrow that is on the bottom of the android device is used when you want to
access a previous page.
11.
Recent Apps
This is indicated by third icon on the bottom of the screen that looks like open tabs.
Tap on the icon to show the apps you were using recently.
12.
Volume
Use the buttons on the side to increase the ring tone volume.
13.
Accessing Apps
The android devices come with their own Apps and Widgets. You can access the full
icon list by tapping on the All Apps icon to view the Apps.
14.
Commands
Android devices have a sensitive touch screen and this makes them easy to use. To
use the devices you for anywhere you will need to type information touch the space
for the keyboard to appear then type. To see the options for items on the screen
touch and hold the icon. Then there is the drag option which you will use most
frequently when deleting shortcuts from the home screen. To drag touch and hold
then move the item to where you would like. Swipe or slide is an option which you
use when unlocking the screen. Pinching where you can pinch and move the fingers
further apart to zoom in and returning the fingers to a pinching position to zoom out.
15.
Securing your screen
To protect your phone or tablet from unwanted access you can change the lock to
form a password of your choice. To secure your screen touch the All Apps icon to
display all the icons and go to Settings. Open the Settings menu and scroll to
Security and tap it to display actions. One of the actions is Setup screen lock. There
are three lock options to choose from you can either select a pattern, PIN or
Password. After you set it up it will appear on the screen each time you lock it. To
remove the lock follow the same steps then tap on none to remove the lock screen.
16.
Customizing the screen with Wallpaper
Sometimes you may feel that the phone or tablet is a strange device but by changing
the wallpaper you can begin to own it and make it part of you. Touch and hold the
home screen and in the options that are displayed you will find Wallpaper. You can
select from the three types of wallpaper, Super-HD player, Live Wallpapers and
Wallpapers then select Set Wallpaper to apply the wallpaper of your choice.
Alternatively go to Settings->Device->Display->Wallpaper.
17.
Placing an App on the Homescreen
Touch and hold any part of the Home screen where you would like the App placed.
A list of Apps will be shown, select the App you want by tapping on it. The App
will appear on the Homescreen.
18.
Deleting an App from the Home screen
Touch and hold the App. A trash icon will appear at the bottom of the screen. Drag
the App to the trash icon to delete it from the Homescreen.
19.
Changing the Favourites Tray
The favorites tray is found at the bottom of the screen just above the home icon. You
can touch and hold the Apps on the sides of the All Apps icon and drag them into
the trash icon to delete them from the Favourites tray. Touch and Hold the icon of
your choice to the Favourites Tray.
20.
Adding Widgets to the Homescreen
You can also add widgets to the homescreen of your choice. Begin by touching the
All Apps icon. Touch the widgets on top of the screen. Touch and hold a widget to
the screen of choice and then release your finger to set it in place.
21.
Camera
The camera can be used to take photos and record videos. To begin touch the camera
icon on the home screen or go to the All Apps icon and select the Camera icon. To
take a picture, click on the blue icon on the screen. Then the photo will be
automatically saved to Gallery.
22.
Switching the Camera
You can switch the camera to take photos from the front of the device. This is
particularly desirable when you want to take self-portraits.
23.
Zooming in and out
You can view the photos you have taken in the Gallery. To view more features on

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