Customise the Navigation bar on your Galaxy device
The Navigation bar, appearing at the bottom of your screen, serves as the primary tool for navigating your Samsung Galaxy. But its setup isn't fixed, as you have the flexibility to customise the layout and order of the Recent, Home, and Back buttons. Alternatively, you can opt to hide the Navigation bar entirely, using intuitive gestures for device navigation instead.
Note: The information provided applies to devices sold in Canada. Screens and settings may vary depending on the wireless service provider and software version.
The classic Navigation bar features the Recents, Home, and Back buttons prominently at the bottom of your Galaxy device's screen. This setup is the default navigation method on all Galaxy phones and tablets. Each button has a specific function:
- Recents: Located on the far left. Tapping this button displays all recently opened apps.
- Home: Positioned at the center. Tapping this button takes you directly to the Home screen.
- Back: Found on the far right. Tapping this button returns you to the previous screen.
Note: The Navigation bar may disappear while using full-screen apps, like games or video streaming services. To temporarily view the bar during these instances, simply swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
You have the option to rearrange the order of the buttons on the Navigation bar to suit your preferences.
Note: Changing the button order will also alter the locations from which you swipe when using gesture navigation.
You can navigate your device using gestures instead of buttons if you prefer a simpler interface, or if you'd like to remove the buttons from your screen for a cleaner appearance.
Gestures “Swipe from side and bottom” (available on all devices)
Swipe in from the sides
Returns you to the previous screen.
Swipe up from the bottom
Takes you back to the Home screen.
Swipe up and hold
Displays your recently used apps.
Gestures “Swipe from bottom” (available on devices using One UI 6.0 and older UI)
- Far left: Swipe up from the bottom to access your recently opened apps.
- Center: Swipe up from the bottom to return to the Home screen.
- Far right: Swipe up from the bottom to go back to the previous screen.
Note: If your mobile device operates on One UI 6.1 or newer, you can only use Swipe from side and bottom gestures. For devices running One UI 6.0 or older versions, you have the option to choose between Swipe from side and bottom and Swipe from bottom gestures for navigation.
The Navigation bar on the main screen of the Galaxy Z Fold series and Galaxy Tabs can be positioned to the left, right, or center. This allows you to choose a position that's most comfortable for use, no matter how you hold your device!
Note: If you use the Taskbar feature you can only position the Navigation bar on the left or right of the main screen.
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