Settings 145Accounts and SyncSet up and manage accounts, including your Google andBackup Assistant accounts.General Sync SettingsBackground DataWhen enabled, all accounts can sync, send, and receive dataat any time, in the background.Important! Disabling background data can extend battery lifeand lower data use. Some applications may stilluse the background data connection, even if thissetting is disabled.1. From a Home screen, touch (Menu) ➔ Settings➔ Accounts and sync.2. Touch Background data to enable or disable the setting.When enabled, a check mark appears in the checkbox.Auto-SyncWhen enabled, all accounts sync data at any time,automatically.1. From a Home screen, touch (Menu) ➔ Settings➔ Accounts and sync.2. Touch Auto-sync to enable or disable the setting. Whenenabled, a check mark appears in the check box.Manage AccountsUse Manage accounts to set up and configure your accounts.Note: Available settings depend on the type of account. Not allsettings are available for all accounts.1. From a Home screen, touch (Menu) ➔ Settings➔ Accounts and sync.2. Under Manage accounts, touch the account to modifyits settings.For more information about accounts, see “Setting UpYour Accounts” on page 45.