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Customising your phone home screen lets you change wallpapers, widgets, app icons, grid layouts, themes, and folder organisation on Samsung devices. You control visual elements like backgrounds and colours, plus functional aspects like widget placement and app arrangement. One UI customisation gives you complete freedom to personalise your Android home screen exactly how you want it.
Your Samsung phone offers extensive home screen customisation options that transform both appearance and functionality. You can modify the following elements:
Each element works independently, so you can modify just your wallpaper or completely overhaul your entire interface.
The visual customisation includes choosing static or live wallpapers, selecting colour schemes, changing icon styles, and adjusting font appearances. Functional changes let you add widgets for quick information access, resize elements to fit your preferences, and arrange apps in ways that match your usage patterns. One UI provides these options through intuitive menus that don't require technical knowledge.
You'll find customisation settings scattered across different menus. Wallpaper settings appear when you long-press empty home screen space. Widget options show up in the same menu. Theme customisation lives in the Galaxy Store app. Grid and layout adjustments sit within your home screen settings. This variety means you can personalise everything from subtle tweaks to dramatic transformations.
Changing your wallpaper takes just a few taps on Samsung devices:
The wallpaper menu shows several categories including dynamic wallpapers that respond to your touch, static images from Samsung's collection, and your personal photos. When you select an image, you can preview how it looks before applying it. The preview shows both portrait and landscape orientations, helping you ensure your chosen wallpaper works in all situations.
Live wallpapers add movement and interactivity to your home screen. These animated backgrounds consume slightly more battery than static images but create engaging visual effects. You'll find them in the same wallpaper menu under “Motion” or “Live” categories. After selecting any wallpaper type, tap “Set as wallpaper” and choose whether to apply it to your home screen, lock screen, or both.
Adding Samsung home screen widgets follows a simple process:
Popular widget options include weather, calendar, clock, and battery information displays.
Resizing widgets happens by long-pressing the widget until a border appears with resize handles. Drag these handles to make the widget larger or smaller, fitting it perfectly into your available space. Not all widgets support resizing, but most Samsung and Google widgets offer multiple size options. Position widgets strategically so frequently checked information appears where you naturally look.
Removing unwanted widgets is straightforward. Long-press the widget you want to remove, then drag it to the “Remove” option that appears at the top of your screen. This doesn't uninstall the app, just removes the widget from your home screen. You can experiment freely with different widget combinations since adding and removing them takes seconds and doesn't affect your apps or data.
Organising apps on your home screen uses simple drag-and-drop techniques. Long-press any app icon until it lifts slightly, then drag it to your preferred position. You can move apps between home screen pages by dragging them to the screen edge. To organize apps home screen efficiently, follow these best practices:
Creating folders helps consolidate similar apps. Drag one app icon on top of another to automatically create a folder containing both apps. Tap the folder to open it, then tap the folder name to rename it something meaningful like “Social” or “Games”. You can drag additional apps into the folder and remove apps by dragging them back out.
Adjusting your grid size lets you fit more or fewer apps per screen. Access this through home screen settings by long-pressing empty space and selecting “Home screen settings”. The grid options typically range from 4×5 to 5×5 layouts. Smaller grids mean larger icons with more space between them, whilst larger grids fit more apps but make icons smaller. Choose based on your eyesight preferences and how many apps you want visible.
Samsung's theme system provides comprehensive visual overhauls through the Galaxy Store. Themes change multiple elements simultaneously including:
This creates a cohesive look across your entire device.
To apply a theme, open the Galaxy Store app and tap the “Themes” tab at the bottom. Browse through categories or search for specific styles. Both free and paid themes offer quality designs. Free themes often come from Samsung or community designers, whilst premium themes might include licensed content from popular brands or artists. Preview any theme before downloading by tapping it and viewing the screenshots. The preview shows how your home screen, lock screen, and app icons will look after applying the theme.
Applying a theme downloads it first, then gives you the option to activate it immediately. Once applied, all theme elements change at once. If you don't like the result, you can revert to your default appearance by going back to the Themes section, tapping the menu, and selecting “Default” or choosing a different theme. Your previous wallpapers and settings remain saved, so switching back doesn't lose your customisation work.
Customising your home screen layout gives you control over icon density and spacing. Access these settings by long-pressing empty home screen space and tapping “Home screen settings”. You'll find options to change home screen layout including:
Icon size adjustments work independently from grid settings on newer One UI versions. The settings menu shows a preview of how your changes will look before you apply them. This helps you find the perfect balance between visibility and information density for your usage style.
Layout density affects both apps and widgets. A denser grid lets you fit more widgets alongside your apps, whilst a more spacious layout creates a cleaner, less cluttered appearance. Your choice depends on whether you prioritise information access or visual simplicity. You can change these settings anytime without losing your app arrangements or widget configurations, so experiment until you find what works best.
Making your Samsung phone truly yours involves exploring these customisation options until your home screen reflects your personality and supports your daily routine. We've covered the main ways to personalise your Android home screen, from simple wallpaper changes to complete theme transformations. Start with small adjustments like adding a useful widget or reorganising your apps, then gradually explore more advanced customisation as you become comfortable with the options available in One UI.
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What exactly can you customize on your phone's home screen?
Your Samsung phone offers extensive home screen customisation options that transform both appearance and functionality. You can modify the following elements:
- Wallpapers and backgrounds – static or live options for home and lock screens
- Interactive widgets – for quick access to information and app functions
- App icons – rearrange, resize, and change their appearance
- Grid layouts – adjust icon density and spacing
- Complete themes – coordinated visual overhauls
- Folders – organise apps into categorised groups
Each element works independently, so you can modify just your wallpaper or completely overhaul your entire interface.
The visual customisation includes choosing static or live wallpapers, selecting colour schemes, changing icon styles, and adjusting font appearances. Functional changes let you add widgets for quick information access, resize elements to fit your preferences, and arrange apps in ways that match your usage patterns. One UI provides these options through intuitive menus that don't require technical knowledge.
You'll find customisation settings scattered across different menus. Wallpaper settings appear when you long-press empty home screen space. Widget options show up in the same menu. Theme customisation lives in the Galaxy Store app. Grid and layout adjustments sit within your home screen settings. This variety means you can personalise everything from subtle tweaks to dramatic transformations.
How do you change your home screen wallpaper and background?
Changing your wallpaper takes just a few taps on Samsung devices:
- Long-press any empty area on your home screen
- Tap “Wallpaper and style” from the menu that appears
- Choose from wallpaper settings options including gallery images, built-in wallpapers, or downloadable designs
- Set different wallpapers for your home screen and lock screen independently
The wallpaper menu shows several categories including dynamic wallpapers that respond to your touch, static images from Samsung's collection, and your personal photos. When you select an image, you can preview how it looks before applying it. The preview shows both portrait and landscape orientations, helping you ensure your chosen wallpaper works in all situations.
Live wallpapers add movement and interactivity to your home screen. These animated backgrounds consume slightly more battery than static images but create engaging visual effects. You'll find them in the same wallpaper menu under “Motion” or “Live” categories. After selecting any wallpaper type, tap “Set as wallpaper” and choose whether to apply it to your home screen, lock screen, or both.
How do you add and arrange widgets on your home screen?
Adding Samsung home screen widgets follows a simple process:
- Long-press empty home screen space and tap “Widgets” from the menu
- Browse the scrollable list of available widgets organised by app
- Tap any widget to see size variations
- Drag your chosen size onto the home screen where you want it
Popular widget options include weather, calendar, clock, and battery information displays.
Resizing widgets happens by long-pressing the widget until a border appears with resize handles. Drag these handles to make the widget larger or smaller, fitting it perfectly into your available space. Not all widgets support resizing, but most Samsung and Google widgets offer multiple size options. Position widgets strategically so frequently checked information appears where you naturally look.
Removing unwanted widgets is straightforward. Long-press the widget you want to remove, then drag it to the “Remove” option that appears at the top of your screen. This doesn't uninstall the app, just removes the widget from your home screen. You can experiment freely with different widget combinations since adding and removing them takes seconds and doesn't affect your apps or data.
What's the easiest way to organize and arrange your apps?
Organising apps on your home screen uses simple drag-and-drop techniques. Long-press any app icon until it lifts slightly, then drag it to your preferred position. You can move apps between home screen pages by dragging them to the screen edge. To organize apps home screen efficiently, follow these best practices:
- Group related apps together by category or function
- Keep your most-used apps on the main home screen page
- Place frequently accessed apps in easy-to-reach positions
- Use folders to reduce clutter when you have many apps
Creating folders helps consolidate similar apps. Drag one app icon on top of another to automatically create a folder containing both apps. Tap the folder to open it, then tap the folder name to rename it something meaningful like “Social” or “Games”. You can drag additional apps into the folder and remove apps by dragging them back out.
Adjusting your grid size lets you fit more or fewer apps per screen. Access this through home screen settings by long-pressing empty space and selecting “Home screen settings”. The grid options typically range from 4×5 to 5×5 layouts. Smaller grids mean larger icons with more space between them, whilst larger grids fit more apps but make icons smaller. Choose based on your eyesight preferences and how many apps you want visible.
How do you use themes to completely transform your home screen?
Samsung's theme system provides comprehensive visual overhauls through the Galaxy Store. Themes change multiple elements simultaneously including:
- App icons and their design style
- Wallpapers for home and lock screens
- System colours throughout the interface
- Fonts and text styling
- Sound effects and notification tones
This creates a cohesive look across your entire device.
To apply a theme, open the Galaxy Store app and tap the “Themes” tab at the bottom. Browse through categories or search for specific styles. Both free and paid themes offer quality designs. Free themes often come from Samsung or community designers, whilst premium themes might include licensed content from popular brands or artists. Preview any theme before downloading by tapping it and viewing the screenshots. The preview shows how your home screen, lock screen, and app icons will look after applying the theme.
Applying a theme downloads it first, then gives you the option to activate it immediately. Once applied, all theme elements change at once. If you don't like the result, you can revert to your default appearance by going back to the Themes section, tapping the menu, and selecting “Default” or choosing a different theme. Your previous wallpapers and settings remain saved, so switching back doesn't lose your customisation work.
Can you customize the home screen layout and grid size?
Customising your home screen layout gives you control over icon density and spacing. Access these settings by long-pressing empty home screen space and tapping “Home screen settings”. You'll find options to change home screen layout including:
- Grid size – typically 4×5 up to 5×5, affecting how many apps fit on each screen
- Icon size – larger for easier tapping or smaller to fit more content
- App label visibility – show or hide text beneath icons
Icon size adjustments work independently from grid settings on newer One UI versions. The settings menu shows a preview of how your changes will look before you apply them. This helps you find the perfect balance between visibility and information density for your usage style.
Layout density affects both apps and widgets. A denser grid lets you fit more widgets alongside your apps, whilst a more spacious layout creates a cleaner, less cluttered appearance. Your choice depends on whether you prioritise information access or visual simplicity. You can change these settings anytime without losing your app arrangements or widget configurations, so experiment until you find what works best.
Making your Samsung phone truly yours involves exploring these customisation options until your home screen reflects your personality and supports your daily routine. We've covered the main ways to personalise your Android home screen, from simple wallpaper changes to complete theme transformations. Start with small adjustments like adding a useful widget or reorganising your apps, then gradually explore more advanced customisation as you become comfortable with the options available in One UI.
The post How do I customize my phone home screen? appeared first on imeisource.