Contents

1 Basics
- Welcome!
  - Get your ASUS Phone ready!
  - Starting for the first time
  - Using the touchscreen
2 Theres no place like Home
- Zen Home features
  - Home screen
  - Quick settings
  - System notifications
- Personalizing your Home screen
  - App & Widgets
  - Wallpapers
  - Easy Mode
  - Setting up the date and time
  - Setting up your ringtone and alert sounds
- Lock Screen
  - Customizing your lock screen
  - Customizing the quick access buttons
- Fingerprint ID sensor
  - Starting your ASUS phone for the first time
  - Setting up fingerprint ID from Settings
3 Work hard, play harder
- Chrome
  - Launching Chrome
  - Sharing pages
  - Bookmarking pages
  - Clearing the browsing data
- Gmail
- Google Calendar
  - Creating events
  - Editing or removing events
  - Creating reminders
  - Editing or removing reminders
- Do It Later
  - Calling later
  - Messaging later
  - Adding to-do tasks
  - Deleting to-do tasks
- File Manager
- The Cloud
  - ASUS WebStorage
- ZenFone Care
4 Keeping in touch
- Call in style
  - Dual SIM feature
  - Making calls
  - Receiving calls
  - Other call options
  - Managing multiple calls
  - Recording calls
- Managing contacts
  - Contacts Settings
  - Setting up your profile
  - Adding contacts
  - Setting up your VIPs
  - Marking your favorite contacts
  - Importing contacts
  - Exporting contacts
  - Social networking with your contacts
- Send messages and more
  - Google Messenger
5 Fun and entertainment
- Using a headset
  - Connecting the audio jack
- Google Play Music
6 Your precious moments
- Capture moments
  - Launching the Camera app
  - Using Camera for the first time
  - Advanced camera features
- Using the Gallery
  - Viewing files from your social network or cloud storage
  - Viewing the photo location
  - Sharing files from the Gallery
  - Deleting files from the Gallery
  - Editing images
  - Using MiniMovie
- PhotoCollage
7 Staying connected
- Mobile network
  - Enabling the mobile network
- Wi-Fi
  - Enabling Wi-Fi
  - Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
  - Disabling Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
  - Enabling Bluetooth
  - Pairing your ASUS Phone to a Bluetooth device
  - Unpairing your ASUS Phone from the Bluetooth device
- Tethering
  - Wi-Fi Hotspot
  - Bluetooth Tethering
8 Travel and Maps
- Weather
  - Launching the Weather app
  - Weather home screen
- Clock
  - World Clock
  - Alarm clock
  - Stopwatch
  - Timer
9 ZenLink
- Knowing ZenLink
  - Share Link
10 Zen Everywhere
- Special Zen Tools
  - Flashlight
  - Calculator
  - Quick memo
  - Sound Recorder
  - Splendid
  - Mobile Manager
11 Maintain your Zen
- Keeping your device up-to-date
  - Updating your system
  - Storage
  - Backup and reset
  - Securing your ASUS Phone
Appendix
- Notices
Index

ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) User Manual

ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) Phone manual cover

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ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) Phone Specification

The ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) is designed to deliver a blend of aesthetic appeal and advanced functionality. This smartphone features a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, offering vibrant visuals and a broad viewing angle. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor clocked at 1.4 GHz, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks and moderate multitasking. The device comes with 2GB or 4GB of RAM, depending on the model, and offers internal storage options of 32GB or 64GB, expandable via microSD up to 256GB.

A standout feature is its 13-megapixel rear camera equipped with laser autofocus technology, enabling quick and accurate focusing in just 0.03 seconds, even in low-light conditions. The front camera is an 8-megapixel shooter, suitable for selfies and video calls. The ZenFone 3 Laser runs on ASUS ZenUI 3.0, based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, providing a user-friendly interface with customizable features.

The phone includes a fingerprint sensor for enhanced security and supports dual SIM functionality, with one Nano SIM and one Micro SIM slot, promoting versatile connectivity. Connectivity options include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and GPS. The device is backed by a 3000mAh non-removable battery, designed to support a full day of typical usage. In terms of design, the ZenFone 3 Laser boasts a sleek, metallic body with dimensions of 149 x 76 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 150 grams, making it both stylish and comfortable to handle.

ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) Phone F.A.Q.

How can I take a screenshot on the ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser (ZC551KL)?

To take a screenshot, press and hold the Power button and Volume Down button simultaneously for a couple of seconds until you hear a shutter sound or see a screenshot animation. The screenshot will be saved in your Gallery.

What should I do if my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser is not charging?

First, check if the charging cable and adapter are properly connected and not damaged. Try using a different power outlet or USB port. If the issue persists, try a different charging cable and adapter. If the phone still doesn't charge, contact ASUS support for further assistance.

How do I enable developer options on my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser?

Go to Settings > About phone and tap on 'Build number' seven times. You will see a message that says "You are now a developer." Developer options will now be available in the main settings menu.

How can I reset my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser to factory settings?

To perform a factory reset, go to Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reset. Ensure you back up any important data before proceeding, as this will erase all data on the device.

What should I do if my phone is running slow?

Try clearing the cache of your apps by going to Settings > Storage > Cached data and tap 'Clear cached data'. You can also uninstall unused apps and perform a system update to improve performance. If the issue persists, consider a factory reset.

How do I update the software on my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser?

To update your software, go to Settings > About phone > System update. Tap 'Check for updates' to see if there is a new version available. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the update. Ensure your device is charged and connected to Wi-Fi.

How can I improve battery life on my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser?

Reduce screen brightness, disable background app refresh, turn off location services when not needed, and use battery saver mode. You can also manage app notifications and close apps running in the background to conserve battery life.

How do I connect my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser to a Wi-Fi network?

Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and ensure Wi-Fi is turned on. Select the desired network from the list and enter the password if prompted. Once connected, you will see a Wi-Fi icon in the status bar.

What should I do if my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser cannot connect to Bluetooth devices?

Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on both devices. Restart both the phone and the Bluetooth device. If the problem persists, try unpairing and pairing the devices again. If none of these steps work, contact ASUS support for further assistance.

How do I transfer files between my ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser and a computer?

Connect your phone to the computer using a USB cable. On your phone, select 'File Transfer' or 'MTP' mode from the notification panel. Your phone should appear as a drive on your computer, allowing you to transfer files between the devices.