Change a Mobile Hotspot Name on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S2

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   In order to set a custom name for your mobile hotspot, you'll need to open the notifications panel of your Galaxy Tab

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   To do this, simply swipe down from the top of the screen and then locate the gear-shaped settings icon. Give this icon a single tap to open the Settings menu.

   

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   On the left side of the Settings menu, tap "Mobile hotspot and tethering"

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   This will open the "Mobile hotspot and tethering" menu.

   

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   Now, tap the very first option, which is "Mobile Hotspot"

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   Once you have tapped "Mobile Hotspot", you will see the name of the device

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   On my screen, it is "AndroidAP".

   

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   From here, click on "MORE", which is located at the top right corner of the screen

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   Then, select the middle option, which is "Configure Mobile Hotspot"

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   A popup box will appear on your screen showing the name "AndroidAP", which can be edited

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   To change the name, press the backspace button on the keypad.

   

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   Then, you can enter a new name

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   For this tutorial, I will type in "VisiHow".

   

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   When you are ready, click on "SAVE"

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    You will notice that the new Mobile Hotspot name will appear

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    When you've finished making changes, press the "Home" button on your device to go back to your home screen

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    Then, you can continue using your device as normal.

    

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