Using the touch screen

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Use only fingers to use the Galaxy S4 touch screen.

Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.
Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water.
To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.
Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device.

Finger gestures

Tapping

To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.

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Tapping and holding

Tap and hold an item for more than 2 seconds to access available options.

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Dragging

To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.

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Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.

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Flicking

Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.

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