Samsung dex

Desktop-like experiences anywhere

Transform your mobile device into a powerful PC-like workstation. Samsung DeX opens multi-window multitasking and more on your
compatible Galaxy phone and Tab.

Drag down to switch

Pull down from the top of any app to open it as a window in Dex mode. Resize, rearrange and work across windows with ease just like on a PC.

How to streamline workstreams

Easily manage multiple apps with Multi Workspace.¹ Customize your workflow any way you like with easy to arrange windows and workspaces.

Add a seamless screen

Connect your Galaxy Tab or phone to an external Smart monitor to expand your workspace. Move apps across screens with a unified One UI interface.²

Connect without the cable

With wireless Dex, you can easily connect to a Smart monitor³ or Smart TV to cast your content on the big screen without needing a cable.

Push to present

With just a few taps, your Galaxy device can connect connect with a smart TV and smart monitor. Now you’re all set, ready to own the room.

Controls from your phone

Use your Galaxy phone as a touchpad with intuitive multi-finger gestures and customizable functions, or as an on-screen keyboard with a larger display.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How can I enter DeX mode?

    You can enter DeX mode using one of the following three methods:
    • Drag down from the top of any app to enter DeX Mode.
    • Select the desktop space on the right side of the recent apps.
    • If there is no desktop, press the + button to create a DeX desktop space and enter DeX mode.
  • You can exit DeX mode using one of the following three methods:
    • Drag the app header to the top of the tablet.
    • Select an app outside the desktop space on the left side of recent apps to exit both DeX mode and the selected app.
    • Select an empty space in recent apps (excluding the desktop space) to exit DeX mode and return to the home screen.
  • You can switch to mirroring mode using one of the following two methods:
    • Quick Settings Panel > Wired DeX
    • Settings > Device Connections > Samsung DeX > Connected Display > Screen Mirroring

    If wireless DeX is connected, you cannot switch to mirroring mode.
  • You can connect to a monitor that supports wireless connection using one of the following two methods:
    • Quick Panel > Wireless DeX
    • Settings > Device Connections > Samsung DeX > Connect wirelessly
  • When you enter DeX mode, workspace 1 is created by default. If no worksapce appears, you can create one by selecting the + button to the right of the recent apps. You can also add a new workspace at any time by selecting the "+" button.
  • You can create up to 4 workspaces (desktops).
  • You can run up to 5 apps simultaneously. If you launch a 6th app, the first app you opened will be minimized.
  • Samsung DeX is compatible with most Galaxy smartphones and Galaxy Tabs.* Some functionality may differ between devices.
 

Galaxy Smartphone

 

Apps & Services

1. Up to four workspaces available, with a maximum of five apps open simultaneously in each workspace.
2. Compatible with Galaxy S Series tablets running One UI 3.1 or later and TVs, monitors and PCs that support either standard video input, Miracast, SmartView or Wireless Dex. Devices should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Samsung DeX wireless connection is supported with TVs that support Android smartphone screen mirroring (Miracast) only.