Samsung’s summer collection of foldable smartphones is highly anticipated, with the Galaxy Z Fold 6 leading the charge. This device, following in the footsteps of its successful predecessor, boasts significant power as a foldable smartphone. Despite Samsung’s decision to limit hardware enhancements for the Galaxy Z Fold 6, its software capabilities remain impressive. However, navigating may prove challenging for those not acquainted with Samsung’s custom One UI interface. By mastering a few clever tricks or tweaking certain settings, you can significantly enhance the robustness and smoothness of your phone. Here, we reveal all the tips and tricks to unleash the full potential of your Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Customize the side button with your favorite app
Similar to other Galaxy devices, the side button is customizable. You have the flexibility to alter its function, whether it’s by double-tapping or holding it down longer. Options include assigning a default app to launch with a double press, or configuring a long press to turn off your device—a particularly handy adjustment if the current configuration doesn’t suit your hand ergonomics. For instructions on how to make these changes, continue reading below.
- Open Settings.
- Tap Advanced features.
- Select Side button.
- Tap Open app and select the app to customize your double press.
- Tap Power off menu to customize your press and hold (long press).
Maximize your accessibility with gesture shortcuts
Gestures improve ease of access on a sizeable foldable screen. You can use gestures to double tap to turn on the screen or palm swipe to take a screenshot. Read the steps below to learn how to turn on gesture shortcuts on your Galaxy Z Fold 6.
- Open Settings.
- Tap Advanced features.
- Select Motions and gestures.
- Toggle on your preferred gesture options.
Activate these motions and gestures for a better experience
Manage your multi-windows like a pro
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 boasts remarkable performance, thanks to its 12GB of RAM. Its expansive 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display offers ample space for multitasking with multiple apps on the same screen. To tailor your multi-window (split-screen) experience, follow these steps:
- Open Settings.
- Tap Advanced features.
- Tap Multi window.
- Toggle on Swipe for split screen, Swipe for pop-up view, Show multi window menu with 1 window, and Full screen in Split screen view.
To change your multi-window:
- Navigate to the main screen.
- Create a multi-window. Swipe up on an app in your taskbar or drag and drop an app from your app drawer onto your screen.
- Tap the button in the center to switch the sides and orientation of your multi-window. Drag the edges of the app’s window to resize it.
You can run up to three apps on your split-screen view.
Change your navigation bar and taskbar settings
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 shines in multitasking capabilities. It allows for effortless transition between apps on the main display. Enhancing this experience is possible by tweaking a few settings. One significant adjustment is enabling gesture controls via your navigation bar. This change leverages the full screen by adopting gesture navigation, offering you the liberty to navigate through windows and apps with simple swipes. To modify your navigation bar settings, follow these steps:
- Tap Settings.
- Choose Display.
- Tap Navigation bar.
- Select Swipe gestures.
Enable/disable show recent apps in your taskbar
Your taskbar updates itself with the most recent apps you’ve used. You can change this setting to add more recent apps or turn this off completely (to prevent your taskbar from expanding). To do this, follow these steps:
- Open Settings.
- Tap Display.
- Select Taskbar.
- Toggle on (or off) Show recent apps.
- Tap Show recent apps to change the number of recent apps that show (you can have up to four).
Change the default app in Flex mode
To make it even easier, select a multi-window supported app as the default in Flex mode (when the Galaxy Z Fold is folded). Here’s how:
- Open Settings.
- Tap Advanced features.
- Select Flex mode panel.
- Tap Auto show panel when folded.
- Select an app.
Personalize your Samsung foldable with new wallpapers
Wallpapers are always fun. They can reflect the selected mood or be a place to add some memorable Gallery photos. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 lets you have two wallpapers on your phone: one on the cover display and the other on the main foldable display. You can also use AI to generate wallpaper that matches your preferred themes and style. To get started, do the following:
- Open Settings.
- Select Wallpapers and style.
- Tap Change Wallpaper.
- Repeat these steps with your main display.
You can change the color palette of your buttons and toggles by selecting Color Palette in Backgrounds and Style.
Customize the lock screen of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
Personalizing your display goes beyond the basics. Samsung users with Android 13 or newer can enhance their experience by downloading the Good Lock app from the Galaxy Store. Through Good Lock, users can access the LockStar module, unlocking a plethora of customization options for their lock screen, including unique stickers and clock designs.
Enhance your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 video viewing experience
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 boasts a stunning 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display that elevates the experience of using video apps. Its comfortably large screen is perfect for enjoying movies, TV shows, and even Netflix. While the Galaxy Z Fold 6 already offers a superior display for content viewing, enhancing your experience is possible by adjusting the video brightness and sound settings, complemented by pairing with high-quality speakers. To begin optimizing your viewing experience, continue reading below:
- Open Settings.
- Select Advanced features.
- Tap Video brightness.
- Select Bright.
- Customize the list of apps that use this setting on the Video brightness page.
To turn on Dolby Atmos, perform the following:
- Open Settings.
- Tap Sounds and vibrations.
- Select Sound quality and effects.
- Toggle on Dolby Atmos.
Keep your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 in tip-top shape
Despite the array of features offered by Samsung’s foldable phones, buying from a carrier might saddle your device with unnecessary bloatware. To keep your premium foldable in top condition, we suggest a thorough app decluttering. Beyond that, relish the unparalleled features your Galaxy foldable brings to the table.
