Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Table of Contents 1 About this user guide 2 Get started Keep your phone up to date ........
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Nokia C21 Plus User Guide 6 Internet and connections Activate Wi-Fi ......... . .
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Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Take care of your device ........
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Nokia C21 Plus User Guide 1 About this user guide Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read ”Product and safety information” before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the user guide.
The easier it is to repair a device, the longer you can keep it. Find out more KEYS AND PARTS Your phone This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1426, TA-1431, TA-1433, TA-1424, TA- 1425, TA-1444. 1. Fingerprint sensor 3. Camera 4.
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Nokia C21 Plus User Guide 5. Front camera 9. Power/Lock key 6. Headset connector 10. USB connector 7. Earpiece 11. Loudspeaker 8. Volume keys Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as charger, headset or data cable, may be sold separately.
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide INSERT THE SIM AND MEMORY CARDS Insert the cards 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.
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Tip: Use a fast microSD memory card (up to 256 GB) from a well-known manufacturer. CHARGE YOUR PHONE Charge the battery 1. Plug a compatible charger into a power socket. 2. Connect the cable to your phone.
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Transfer data from your previous phone You can transfer data from an old phone to your new phone using your Google account. To back up data on your old phone to your Google account, refer to your old phone’s user guide.
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Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds and slide your finger across the screen. Swipe Place your finger on the screen and slide your finger in the direction you want. Scroll through a long list or menu...
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen. 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.
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Choose which SIM to use When, for example, making a call, you can choose which SIM to use by tapping the corresponding SIM 1 or SIM 2 button after you dial the number. Your phone shows the network status for both SIMs separately. Both SIM cards are available at the same time when the device is not being used, but while one SIM card is active, when, for example, making a call, the other may be unavailable.
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide 3 Basics PERSONALIZE 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus User Guide BATTERY LIFE Extend battery life To save power: 1. Always charge the battery fully. 7. Use location services selectively: switch location services off when you don’t need 2. Mute unnecessary sounds, such them. Tap Settings > Location and as touch sounds.
Nokia C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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.
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Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Share your photos and videos 1. Tap Gallery , tap the photo that you want to share and tap �. 2. Select how you want to share the photo or video. 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus User Guide Use your phone to connect your computer to the internet Use your mobile data connection to access the Internet with your laptop or other device. 1. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Hotspot & tethering .
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide Share your content using Bluetooth If you want to share your photos or other content with a friend, send them to your friend’s phone using Bluetooth. You can use more than one Bluetooth connection at a time. For example, while using a Bluetooth headset, you can still send things to another phone.
Nokia C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 .
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Nokia C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 taken to separate collection at the end of their working life. Remember to remove personal data from the device first.
Nokia C21 Plus User Guide hot or cold battery may not work temporarily. Note that the battery may drain quickly in cold temperatures and lose enough power to switch off the phone within minutes. When you are outdoors in cold temperatures, keep your phone warm.
Nokia C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus 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 C21 Plus User Guide the operating power of your mobile device is automatically decreased when full power is not needed for the call. The lower the power output, the lower the SAR value. Device models may have different versions and more than one value. Component and design changes may occur over time and some changes could affect SAR values.
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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.