Nokia G21 User Guide Table of Contents 1 About this user guide 2 Get started Keep your phone up to date ........
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Nokia G21 User Guide 6 Internet and connections Activate Wi-Fi ......... . .
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Nokia G21 User Guide Take care of your device ........
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Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read “For your safety” and “Product Safety” info in the printed user guide, or at www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the printed user guide.
Nokia G21 User Guide 2 Get started KEEP YOUR PHONE UP TO DATE Your phone software Keep your phone up to date and accept available software updates to get new and enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone’s performance.
Nokia G21 User Guide 11. Earpiece 13. Power/Lock key, fingerprint sensor 12. Volume keys 14. USB connector Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as charger, headset or data cable, may be sold separately. Your device supports 18w USB Power Delivery 3.0 compatible fast charging with type- C to type-C cable.
Nokia G21 User Guide 1. Open the SIM card tray: push the tray 3. If you have a dual-SIM phone, put the opener pin into the tray hole and slide the second SIM in the SIM2 slot. tray out. 4. If you have a memory card, put it in the memory card slot.
Nokia G21 User Guide Switch on your phone 1. To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates. 2. When the phone is switched on, choose your language and region. 3. Follow the instructions shown on your phone.
Nokia G21 User Guide Rename a SIM card Tap the SIM you want to rename, tap �, and type in the name you want. LOCK OR UNLOCK YOUR PHONE Lock your phone If you want to avoid accidentally making a call when your phone is in your pocket or bag, you can lock your keys and screen.
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Nokia G21 User Guide Swipe Place your finger on the screen and slide your finger in the direction you want. Scroll through a long list or menu Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen.
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Nokia G21 User Guide Zoom in or out Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or together. Lock the screen orientation The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90°.
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Nokia G21 User Guide Navigate with keys To switch on the navigation keys, tap Settings > System > Gestures > System navigation > 3-button navigation . • To see all your apps, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
Nokia G21 User Guide 3 Basics PERSONALISE YOUR PHONE Change your wallpaper Tap Settings > Display > Advanced > Wallpaper . Change your phone ringtone Tap Settings > Sound > Phone ringtone SIM1 or Phone ringtone SIM2 , and select the tone.
Nokia G21 User Guide Use the quick setting icons To activate certain features, tap the quick settings icons on the notification panel. To see more icons, drag the menu down. To rearrange the icons, tap �, tap and hold an icon, and then drag it to another location.
Nokia G21 User Guide AUTOMATIC TEXT CORRECTION Use keyboard word suggestions Your phone suggests words as you write, to help you write quickly and more accurately. Word suggestions may not be available in all languages. When you start writing a word, your phone suggests possible words. When the word you want is shown in the suggestion bar, select the word.
Nokia G21 User Guide • Press and hold the key to speak with Google Assistant. Ask your question and release the key. You will see Google Assistant’s answer on your phone’s display. If your country or region does not support Google Assistant, you can still use the Google Assistant key: •...
Nokia G21 User Guide ACCESSIBILITY You can change various settings to make using your phone easier. Increase or decrease the font size Do you want to have larger fonts on your phone? 1. Tap Settings > Accessibility . 2. Tap Font size . To increase or decrease the font size, drag the Font size slider.
Nokia G21 User Guide 4 Connect with your friends and family CALLS Make a call 1. Tap �. 2. Tap � and type in a number, or tap � and select a contact you want to call. 3. Tap �. If you have a second SIM card inserted, tap the corresponding icon to make a call from that SIM.
Nokia G21 User Guide SEND MESSAGES Send a message 1. Tap Messages . contact. 4. To add more recipients, tap �. After 2. Tap Start chat . selecting all the recipients, tap Next . 3. To add a recipient, tap �, type in their number, and then tap �.
Nokia G21 User Guide 5 Camera CAMERA BASICS Take a photo Shoot sharp, vibrant photos – capture the best moments in your photo album. 1. Tap Camera . 2. Take aim and focus. 3. Tap �. Take a selfie 1. Tap Camera > � to switch to the front camera.
Nokia G21 User Guide 4. To stop recording, tap �. 5. To go back to camera mode, tap Photo . YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEOS View photos and videos on your phone Tap Photos . Copy your photos and videos to your computer Do you want to view your photos or videos on a larger screen? Move them to your computer.
Nokia G21 User Guide 6 Internet and connections ACTIVATE WI-FI Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a mobile data connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile data connections are available, your phone uses the Wi- Fi connection.
Nokia G21 User Guide 2. Switch on Wi-Fi hotspot to share your mobile data connection over Wi-Fi, USB tethering to use a USB connection, Bluetooth tethering to use Bluetooth or Ethernet tethering to use a USB Ethernet cable connection. The other device uses data from your data plan, which may result in data traffic costs. For information on availability and costs, contact your network service provider.
Nokia G21 User Guide tap � > Bluetooth . 1. Tap Settings > Connected devices > Connection preferences > Bluetooth . 4. On the list of found Bluetooth devices, tap 2. Make sure Bluetooth is switched on for your friend’s phone.
Nokia G21 User Guide 7 Organise your day DATE AND TIME Set date and time Tap Settings > System > Date & time . Update the time and date automatically You can set your phone to update the time, date, and time zone automatically. Automatic update is a network service and may not be available depending on your region or service provider.
Nokia G21 User Guide CALENDAR Manage calendars Tap Calendar > �, and select the type of calendar you want to see. Calendars are added automatically when you add an account to your phone. To add a new account with a calendar, go to the apps menu and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account .
Nokia G21 User Guide 8 Maps FIND PLACES AND GET DIRECTIONS Find a spot Google Maps helps you find specific locations and businesses. 1. Tap Maps . 2. Enter search words, such as a street address or place name, in the search bar.
Nokia G21 User Guide 9 Apps, updates and backups GET APPS FROM GOOGLE PLAY You need to have a Google account added to your phone to use Google Play services. Charges may apply to some of the content available in Google Play. To add a payment method, tap Play Store , tap your Google logo on the search field, and then tap Payments &...
Nokia G21 User Guide Install available updates Tap Settings > System > Advanced > System update > Check for update to check if updates are available. When your phone notifies you that an update is available, just follow the instructions shown on the screen.
Nokia G21 User Guide 10 Protect your phone PROTECT YOUR PHONE WITH A SCREEN LOCK You can set your phone to require authentication when unlocking the screen. Set a screen lock 1. Tap Settings > Security > Screen lock .
Nokia G21 User Guide PROTECT YOUR PHONE WITH YOUR FACE Set up face authentication 1. Tap Settings > Security > Face unlock . 2. Select which backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and follow the instructions shown on your phone.
Nokia G21 User Guide Select your SIM PIN code You can choose which digits to use for the SIM PIN. The SIM PIN can be 4-8 digits. 1. Tap Settings > Security > Advanced > SIM card lock . 2. Under the selected SIM card, tap Change SIM PIN .
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Nokia G21 User Guide IMEI code The IMEI code is used to identify phones in the network. You may also need to give the number to your authorised service facility or phone dealer. To view your IMEI code: • dial *#06# •...
Nokia G21 User Guide 11 Product and safety information FOR YOUR SAFETY Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or against local laws and regulations. For further information, read the complete user guide. SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS...
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Nokia G21 User Guide AUTHORISED SERVICE Only authorised personnel may install or repair this product. BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES Use only batteries, chargers, and other accessories approved by HMD Global Oy for use with this device. Do not connect incompatible products.
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Nokia G21 User Guide GLASS PARTS The device and/or its screen is made of glass. This glass can break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch the glass parts of the device or attempt to remove the broken glass from the device.
Nokia G21 User Guide NETWORK SERVICES AND COSTS Using some features and services, or downloading content, including free items, requires a network connection. This may cause the transfer of large amounts of data, which may result in data costs. You may also need to subscribe to some features.
Nokia G21 User Guide TAKE CARE OF YOUR DEVICE Handle your device, battery, charger, and accessories with care. The following suggestions help you keep your device operational. • Keep the device dry. Precipitation, • Unauthorised modifications may damage humidity, and all types of liquid or...
Nokia G21 User Guide CROSSED-OUT WHEELIE BIN SYMBOL Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on your product, battery, literature, or packaging reminds you that all electrical and electronic products and batteries must be disposed of via separate collection at the end of their working lives.
Nokia G21 User Guide temperatures and lose enough power to switch off the phone within minutes. When you are outdoors in cold temperatures, keep your phone warm. Obey local regulations. Recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. Do not expose the battery to extremely low air pressure or extremely high temperature, such as disposing of it in a fire, as that may cause the battery to explode or leak flammable liquid or gas.
Nokia G21 User Guide IMPLANTED MEDICAL DEVICES To avoid potential interference, manufacturers of implanted medical devices (such as cardiac pacemakers, insulin pumps and neurostimulators) recommend a minimum separation of 15.3 centimetres (6 inches) between a wireless device and the medical device. Persons who have such devices should: •...
Nokia G21 User Guide VEHICLES Radio signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in vehicles. For more information, check with the manufacturer of your vehicle or its equipment. Only authorised personnel should install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation may be dangerous and invalidate your warranty.
Nokia G21 User Guide During general use, the SAR values are usually well below the values stated above. This is because, for purposes of system efficiency and to minimise interference on the network, the operating power of your mobile is automatically decreased when full power is not needed for the call.
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The HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at [http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy] (http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy), applies to your use of the device. HMD Global Oy is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones & tablets. Nokia is a registered trademark of the Nokia Corporation.