Essential tricks for samsung galaxy s7 and galaxy s7 edge

Starting screen

Editing the Home Screen : With a longer tap anywhere on the screen, you can edit the wallpaper, widgets, themes, and even the size of the grid. It is possible to choose which dimension will have a direct access, which makes customization easier according to the size of other components.

Resize widgets : It is now possible to resize a widget. However, it is up to the developer to allow it or not. Google Search Box, for example, can be placed in all dimensions.

Create folders : The simple movement of dragging the icon of one application over another will create a new folder. To reverse the operation you just have to empty it, it's that simple.

Change the color of the folder or name : To change the name of the folder you only need to click on its name and the keyboard will open so that you can perform the editing. By selecting the palette to the right of the folder you can define a color for it.

Access the newsreader : The newsreader is located on the S7's first home screen, and its content can be customized to better meet your needs. In the case of the Samsung S7 Edge, you can choose whether notifications will appear on the edges of the device, in full screen or as a notification. In case you are not interested in using the news reader, you can deactivate it by pressing the home button.

Turn off automatic icon creation on the home screen : If you're tired of seeing a bunch of icons coming together on the home screen after you've installed a new app, the problem is now over. To disable this feature in a practical way, simply enter the Play Store, go to Settings and disable the option.

Change the launcher : Now you can change the way you prefer to test your Android, choosing between Google Nova Launcher or Android Native launchers. To install others you have to go to the Play Store and download them. Pressing the home button, the option to return to the native launcher will appear.

Easily edit settings : When you slide your finger across the screen from top to bottom, the notification menu opens. To edit it, just click on the configuration shortcut and edit it.

Tray Applications

Reorder applications : To reorder just select the edit button. This will allow you to change the shortcuts of the applications for any position, being able to be grouped in one place (folder), which facilitates organization.

Uninstalling applications : In these two models, uninstalling an application is much more intuitive. You just have to press the icon of the application you want to delete and a small minus sign will appear. Click on this sign and voila, the application will be uninstalled. In case this sign does not appear, it is because the application cannot be uninstalled.

Remove the application tray : If you do not want the application tray, it is now possible to remove it, passing all the icons to the home screen, leaving something similar to the home in iOS. To disable the icon tray, go to: Settings> advanced options> Galaxy Labs.

Lock screen and security

Change the shortcuts of the lock screen : By default, the two shortcuts already come on the lock screen, which are the camera and the phone. If you wish, you can exchange them for any other. Enter: Settings> lock screen and security> information and shortcuts. It is worth remembering that these shortcuts can be completely disabled too.

Digital reader security : To use the digital reader go to: Settings> lock screen and security> security settings. There you will find an option to unlock the Galaxy S7 screen and also lock it by pressing only the home button.

Smart Lock / Bluetooth Unlock : Again go to Settings> lock screen and security> security settings> Smart Lock option. This function allows you to give permission to some devices through bluetooth.

Automatic security cleaner : In case you are worried that your smartphone will fall into the hands of the wrong people, this new functionality will help you calm down a bit. This allows you to self-delete in case there is an “X” number of attempts to unlock the device screen. But you must be very careful when using it. To activate it go to Settings> lock screen and security> security settings.

Notifications

Turn notifications on or off on the lock screen : If your notifications need a higher level of security, this option can help you. Go to Settings menu> lock screen and security> lock screen notifications; You will see some alternatives such as: hide, show or disable notifications on the lock screen completely.

Hide the content of some applications : in case you need to hide only the notifications of some applications, go to: Settings> notifications> advanced. Here you can choose the application individually.

Application Manager

Modify standard applications : Android now allows you to decide which will be the default application to perform a certain task. To define this, you must access the Applications> standard applications menu. Doing this can end those annoying pop-up messages that ask you which applications you want to choose to perform the operation.

Always-on wallpaper : The always-on wallpaper can be modified in three ways, with predefined images, no images, or text notifications with no background image.

Display : By entering Settings menu> Display modes, you can make color adjustments to make them more vibrant.

Activate night clock : For those who use the S7 Edge, now you can count on this new resource. Enter Settings> display> night clock. The time in which this type of clock must be activated can also be previously chosen.

Take advantage of the screen of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

Change the content of the side screen : To change what is shown on the side screen of the S7 Edge go to: Settings> side screen> panel. Some of the content is already present by default and others can be downloaded on the internet.

Activate the side alert : If you want to be notified from the side screen that you are receiving a call or that you missed it, navigate through the following menu: Settings> side screen> light / side warning. Another lateral warning that can be activated is that of the received call in case the phone is oriented with the screen down. The menu to activate it is the same.

Reject call : If you do not want to answer the call at the moment, you only need to put your finger on the rear heart rate sensor to close the connection. The way to activate it is: Settings> side screen> side light.

Multiple Tasks

Multiple view of applications : To see two applications at the same time, tap the current application and the one you want to see together. If it is compatible, they will be divided on the screen, one at the top and the other at the bottom.

Pop-up view : In order to see the application as a popup, you need to drag the edge of the screen.

Camera

Connect quickly : With just a double click on the home button the camera is activated. It may be activated even if the phone is locked. In case you don't want to allow this feature, go to the camera settings.

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Activate capture in RAW mode : If you want the dng files to be protected, change the camera mode to the PRO version.

HDR control : while in the camera application, to choose HDR mode just select the nut icon on the left side of the screen.

Activate the video stabilizer : To stabilize the videos the camera needs to be in the QHD mode of 2560 x 1440 or lower than that.

Selfie Wide : Now the wide screen mode is also available in selfies, you can find it among one of the camera modes. If you want the camera to shoot with gestures only, go to Settings menu> photo methods.

Save photos to SD card : In the camera application go to Settings> storage location.

Screen Image

Delete photo from screen : Press the home button and wait at the same time and the image on the screen will be removed.

Palm Swipe : If you don't want the default mode to capture the screen image, go to the Settings> advanced functions menu and activate Palm Swipe. You just have to run your hand over the smartphone screen to get a picture of it.

Connections and internet

Smart Connection : If you want your smartphone to automatically switch from the Wi-Fi network to the mobile phone network or vice versa, activate this option. The way is: Settings> Wi-Fi> more> smart connection> on / off.

Set data limit : If for some reason you cannot exceed a certain data limit in the month, you can set it in Settings> data usage. In this way, you will have control over your monthly expenses.

Turn off background data : In Settings> data usage> background data, you can disable apps that use the network when they're in the background.

Create restricted Wi-Fi hotspot : We don't always want everyone to use or ask us to use our network, do we? For this the restricted Wi-Fi network can be very useful. You'll find it in Phone settings> more> settings.

Storage

Know how the memory of your smartphone is being used : Go to Settings> storage.

Move apps to SD memory : If some apps are filling up internal memory, you don't need to remove them. Move them to the memory card. The process is simple, go to: Settings> applications> application manager and click on the application. With the application details open, change the internal memory storage to external.

Erase storage : To clean the storage of the smartphone, go to the Settings> Smart administrator menu and click to scan the installed content.

Battery

See which application is consuming battery : Go to Settings> battery and click on Battery usage. Applications that are consuming battery will be displayed.

Battery economy mode : You can activate this function in the quick configuration menu or in: Settings> battery> energy saving mode. You can choose to activate it immediately or after a certain percentage of energy.

Quick charge : This functionality is found in Settings> battery> fast charge cable. If you don't activate it, the phone won't charge quickly.

Android Doze : Android Doze is a low-power mode, which disables applications when they are not being used. It is an automatic feature of Android Marshmallow devices.

Android 6.0

Activate developer mode : To activate or deactivate developer mode, go to Settings> about> software information. Press on Software Info several times and developer mode will be unlocked.

We hope that some of these tips for using the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge will help you get the most out of these two smartphone beasts. As always, we invite you to read our guide to the best high-end smartphones on the market.