How to Make Calls and Send Messages on Galaxy Devices

With the Call & text on other devices feature, you can make and receive calls or send messages on your tablet. You just need to sign into the same Samsung account as your phone and activate the Call & text on other devices feature. Follow the guide below to enable and use this feature.

Before you try the recommendations below, be sure to check if your device's software and related apps are updated to the latest version. To update your mobile device's software, follow these steps:

Step 1. Go to Settings > Software update.

Step 2. Tap on Download and install.

Step 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

The Call & text on other devices feature is a Samsung account-based service that forwards and synchronizes calls and messages between your Samsung devices. You can use your phone’s number to make and receive calls and messages on your other Samsung devices. Your Galaxy phone and tablet must be signed into the same Samsung account and the Call & text on other devices function of both devices must be on.

Step 1. Launch the Settings app, and then select Advanced features.

Step 2. Tap the switch next to Call & text on other devices to turn it on. 

Or you can also activate Call & text on other devices on the Quick panel. 

You have to agree and allow certain permissions that will be stated on your device screen before you can enable this feature.