How to use the S22 Ultra S Pen and check its compatibility

Last Update date : Sep 22. 2022

The Galaxy S22 Ultra is the first to have a built-in S Pen, so you can easily carry it around and use it whenever you want. There are many fun ways you can use the built-in S Pen to maximize your note-taking experience. Read the guide below to learn more about the Galaxy S22 Ultra's new built-in S Pen.

Image of the S22 Ultra S Pen.

S22 Ultra has a built-in S Pen for the first time in S series

  • Added S Pen to text feature (applied from TabS7/S7+, Z Fold3 also).
  • Handwriting changes automatically to text after writing with S Pen in the input window.
  • If the user captures any specific area with S pen, S22 Ultra will extract the text through the AI function and suggest appropriate actions to the user.

S pen embedded to S22 Ultra is dedicated to S22 Ultra and can only be used in 'write only' mode for other models with Wacom panels.

Since it is not compatible with other models, the 'Air Action' function only works with one dedicated model.

Examples of use in S22 Ultra by S Pen coming from another model

  • S22 Ultra built-in Pen: Writing and Air Actions possible.
  • Note built-in S Pen/Tab built-in S Pen: Writing only.
  • Fold 3 Pen: Will not work.
  • S Pen Pro:
    • When switching to S Pen: Writing and Air Actions possible.
    • When switching to Z Fold: Writing not possible.
  • Maximum supported distance: 10 meters (same as Note20).

Follow this path to set up your S22 Ultra S Pen to your liking: Device settings > Advanced features > S Pen.

Here you can set a lock screen for your S Pen, take notes, use air actions and more.

Remote control

Single Press

With control remote single press. With control remote single press.

Camera: Capture.
Media: Play/Pause.

Double Press

With control remote double press. With control remote double press.

Camera: Front/Rear, Camera Change.
Media: Next.

Left/Right

With control remote Left/Right. With control remote Left/Right.

Camera: Change Mode.
Media: Previous/Next.

Up/Down

With control remote Up/Down. With control remote Up/Down.

Camera: Front/Rear, Camera Change.
Media: Volume Up/Down.

Rotation

With control remote rotation. With control remote rotation.

Camera: Zoom In/Out.
Media: Icon.

Air action

Back

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Home

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Recent

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Smart Select

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Capture & Write

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S22 Ultra S Pen is compatible with other models. However, the other built-in S Pens from previous Note models can be used only for writing functions.

Note: Enjoy your Galaxy S22 with added peace of mind. Find out more about Samsung Care+, a wide-ranging mobile care plan for your Galaxy phone. 

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