Set and manage alarms on your Samsung Galaxy
The Clock app on your Galaxy phone or tablet helps you stay on track during your busiest days. It shows the current time and weather at a glance and makes it easy to manage your alarms, especially those all-important morning wake-ups. You can also set a sleep schedule to support healthier bedtime habits.
Note: Information provided applies to Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets sold in Canada. Available screens and settings may vary by model or for devices sold in other countries.
You can quickly set an alarm to help you wake up on time or stay on schedule. Just pick a time and the day, and you're all set.
Step 1. Open the Clock app.
Step 2. Make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 3. Tap the Add alarm icon (the plus sign) to create a new alarm.
Step 4. Set the alarm time by swiping up or down on the hour and minute.
Step 5. Choose the days you want the alarm to repeat.
Step 6. When you’re finished, tap Save to confirm the alarm.
Note:
- The steps in this section were simplified to help you get started quickly. More customization options are available and we’ll cover them in the next sections.
- You can create a different alarm for each day of the week to match your routine. This should cover most schedules. If your wake-up time changes frequently, consider using an AI assistant (like Bixby or Gemini) to set alarms using a quick voice command (like “Hey Bixby, set an alarm for 8 a.m. tomorrow”) instead of creating them manually each day.
If you need an alarm for a one-time event like an appointment or early flight, you can set it to go off on a specific day only.
Step 1. Open the Clock app and make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2. Tap the Add alarm icon (the plus sign) to create a new alarm.
Step 3. Set the alarm time by swiping up or down on the hour and minute.
Step 4. Tap the Calendar icon to select a specific day.
Step 5. Select the day in the calendar and then tap Done to confirm.
Step 6. When you’re finished, tap Save to confirm the alarm.
Note: If your wake-up time changes frequently, consider using an AI assistant (like Bixby or Gemini) to set alarms using a quick voice command (like “Hey Bixby, set an alarm for 8 a.m. tomorrow”) instead of creating them manually each time.
If your routine changes, you can update the repeat days on any alarm you’ve already saved. Whether it's switching from weekdays to weekends or adjusting for new plans, it's easy to make changes.
Step 1. Open the Clock app.
Step 2. Make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 3. Tap the Alarm you want to edit to change its repeat days.
Step 4. Tap the days you no longer want the alarm to repeat.
Step 5. Tap the days you now want the alarm to repeat.
Step 6. When you’re finished, tap Save to confirm the new settings.
When creating a new alarm, you can give it a name before saving it to help identify its purpose, like Work or Gym. If you forgot to add a name or want to change it later, here’s how to name or rename an existing alarm:
Step 1. Open the Clock app.
Step 2. Make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 3. Tap the alarm you want to name or rename.
Step 4. Tap the Alarm name field to display the virtual keyboard.
Step 5. Enter a name for your alarm and tap Save to confirm.
Step 6. The alarm name will now appear on the main screen of the Clock app, making it easier to manage multiple alarms.
If the default sound isn’t right for you, you can easily change it to something louder, softer, or more personal.
Step 1. Open the Clock app and make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2. Tap the alarm you want to edit.
Step 3. Tap Alarm sound.
Step 4. Tap Ringtone.
Step 5. Scroll through the list and tap a ringtone to preview and select it.
Step 6. Explore the options at the bottom of the screen. You can adjust the volume or enable additional features based on your preferences.
Step 7. Tap the Back icon in the top-left corner or use your device's back gesture or button to go back to the alarm sound screen.
Step 8. Tap the Back icon in the top-left corner or use your device's back gesture or button to go back to the alarm screen.
Step 9. Tap Save to confirm the new settings.
Note:
- You can quickly turn the alarm sound on or off using the toggle next to Alarm sound on the alarm screen.
- You also have access to advanced ringtone settings. You can use the Bixby alarm or even choose a song as your ringtone by connecting your Spotify account.
You can change how your Samsung Galaxy device vibrates when an alarm goes off or turn vibration off completely if you prefer sound only.
Step 1. Open the Clock app.
Step 2. Make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 3. Tap the alarm you want to edit.
Step 4. Tap Vibration.
Step 5. Scroll through the list and tap a vibration to preview and select it.
Step 6. You can adjust the vibration intensity at the bottom of the screen.
Step 7. Tap the Back icon in the top-left corner or use your device's back gesture or button to go back to the alarm screen.
Step 8. You can quickly turn vibration on or off using the toggle next to Vibration.
Step 9. Tap Save to confirm the new settings.
By default, snoozing an alarm delays it for 5 minutes and repeats it 3 times. You can customize these settings to fit your preferences.
Step 1. Open the Clock app and make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2. Tap the alarm you want to edit.
Step 3. Scroll through the menu and tap Snooze.
Step 4. Set the number of repeats and the interval between each snooze to customize how often and how quickly your alarm rings again.
Step 5. Tap the Back icon in the top-left corner or use your device's back gesture or button to go back to the alarm screen.
Step 6. Tap Save to confirm the new settings.
Sleep mode in the Clock app lets you set a sleep schedule by choosing your usual bedtime and wake-up times. During that period, you can enable Do not disturb and other options like Dark mode and Eye comfort shield. Sleep mode can be turned on manually or set to activate automatically.
Note: Sleep mode offers advanced options and is ideal for users who are comfortable exploring additional settings and want more control over their bedtime routine.
Step 1. Open the Clock app and make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2. Tap More options icon (the three vertical dots).
Step 3. Tap Set Sleep mode schedule.
Step 4. Tap Start to begin setting up Sleep mode.
Step 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your sleep schedule.
Step 6. Tap Done when you're finished setting up Sleep mode.
Note: Some steps and screens for setting up Sleep mode may vary depending on your device model or software version. To keep this guide relevant over time, not all setup screens are shown, as future updates may introduce changes to the options available.
After setting up Sleep mode, you can manage the following options from the Sleep mode settings screen:
- Turn on automatically: Enables Sleep mode to start on its own. You can set a condition such as a specific time or location.
- Stay focused: Use Do not disturb and limit app usage during Sleep mode.
- Other actions: Choose additional options like Always On Display, Grayscale, Dark mode, Eye comfort shield, and Power saving. You can also tap Add action to include more.
- Change appearance: Select a different wallpaper to display while Sleep mode is active.
When an alarm goes off, you can quickly and easily dismiss it or snooze it, whether your Samsung Galaxy device is in use or locked.
Device is not in use
When the alarm rings, swipe the X icon in any direction to dismiss it. To snooze the alarm, tap the Snooze button. The default snooze duration is 5 minutes, but you can adjust it from the active alarm’s screen.
Device is in use
When the alarm sounds, tap Dismiss to stop it or Snooze to have it ring again later.
If you don’t need an alarm to ring on a specific day, like during a holiday, you can turn it off temporarily. All settings are saved, so you can turn it back on when you need it again.
Step 1. Open the Clock app and make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2. To turn off an alarm, tap the toggle next to it.
Step 3. When you need the alarm again, simply tap the toggle next to it to turn it back on.
Note: Depending on how your alarm is set, the Clock app may offer to automatically turn it back on for the next scheduled day. Feel free to use this option if it suits your needs.
If you no longer need an alarm, you can delete it permanently. This removes all its settings, but you can always create a new one later if needed.
Step 1. Open the Clock app and make sure the Alarm tab is selected at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2. Touch and hold the alarm you want to delete.
Step 3. Tap Delete in the bottom-right corner of the screen to remove the alarm.
Warning: There is no confirmation step, once you tap Delete, the alarm is removed immediately. But don’t worry: creating a new alarm is quick and easy.
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