How do I use my phone as a mobile hotspot?

To turn your phone into a mobile Wi-Fi wifi ® hotspot, follow these steps:

1. If Wi-Fi wifi is enabled on your phone, turn it off by sliding the status bar down from the main screen. Slide it down again to see more options.
2. Tap the " Wi-Fi wifi " icon to turn Wi-Fi wifi "Off."
3. Locate and tap the "Mobile Hotspot" icon to turn your Mobile Hotspot ON.

Directions on connecting other devices to your hotspot will display on your screen, including the network name and password. You will now be able to connect your devices to this network just as you would any Wi-Fi wifi network.

To change the network name or password from the main screen, follow these steps:

1. Slide the screen up to display your apps.
2. Locate and tap the "Settings" icon.
3. Tap "Connections."
4. Tap "Mobile Hotspot and Tethering."
5. Tap "Mobile Hotspot."
   • Note: If necessary, tap "Configure."
6. Tap the appropriate text field and enter the desired network name or password.
7. Tap "Save."