Enabling 'Show Media and Devices' on my Galaxy phone

Last Update date : Nov 01. 2022

Take control of music and videos playing on your phone as well as other Samsung devices through the Media setting or quickly control your  SmartThings devices and scene video directly from your Quick Panel. If you are noticiing that these settings aren't available in your Quick Settings, you may have disabled Show media and devices, if you would like to enable this setting simply follow these quick and easy steps.

Please Note: This guide is designed for Australian variant Galaxy devices, if you have an international device and require further support click here to get in touch with your Samsung subsidiary. 

1 Swipe down to access Quick Panel and tap on three dots
Tap on 3 dots
2 Tap on Quick panel layout
Quick panel layout
3 Tap on Device control and media output buttons
Tap on Device control and media output buttons
4 Either select Show always or Show when quick panel expanded
Select Show always or when quick panel is expanded
5 Once enabled you will be able to view Media and Devices in your Quick Panel.
Viewing Media and Devices in Quick Panel

If you require further assistance, please consult the user manual from our Manuals & Downloads page or contact our Samsung Care Australia experts on 1300 362 603 (Toll Free in Australia). You can also contact our Chat Support team or reach us through Samsung Members Community.

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