How to Customize Your Samsung Home Screen

Step by step

1. 15 sec

   Enter Home screen edit mode

   Tap and hold any empty space on your Home screen. The interface will shrink, revealing the editing toolbar at the bottom of the display.

   Note: You can also pinch inward on the Home screen with two fingers.
2. 1 min

   Adjust the grid layout

   Tap Settings in the bottom right corner of the edit menu. Select Home screen grid and choose your preferred density, such as 4x5, 5x5, or 5x6, then tap Done to apply the new layout.

   Note: A higher grid number allows for more icons per screen page.
3. 1 min

   Add and manage widgets

   Return to the main edit menu and tap Widgets. Browse the available options, tap and hold your desired widget, and drag it to your chosen position on the Home screen.

   Note: Some widgets allow you to resize them by dragging the blue handles after placement.
4. 1 min

   Apply custom themes and wallpapers

   Tap Themes from the edit menu to open the Galaxy Themes store. Select a theme or wallpaper, download the asset, and tap Apply to synchronize the icons and background across your device.

   Note: Use the Wallpaper and style option for granular control over color palettes.
5. 30 sec

   Rearrange app icons

   Touch and hold any application icon until the context menu appears. Drag the icon to the desired location on your grid or move it to the edge of the screen to place it on a different page.

   Note: Release the icon to lock it into the new slot.
6. 15 sec

   Save your configuration

   Once you have finished your adjustments, tap the Back button or swipe from the edge of the screen to exit edit mode. Your changes will be saved automatically.