You can easily access some of the most used Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8+ features directly from the notification pop-up bar. Like connecting to WiFi or turning on night and power saving modes. In this guide, you’ll learn how to customize the Galaxy S8 notification bar and do more with your smartphone.
Almost everything in the dropdown bar is customizable. Like changing the layout or adding more useful settings controls. This helps you find things faster instead of messing around with settings.
How to Customize Galaxy S8 Notification Bar
Pulling down from the top of the screen will access the notification bar. Users will see lots of quick access to settings or controls. Swiping down twice from the top will reveal the 3 dots for the menu and a gear-shaped slider. You can start customizing the Galaxy S8 here.
You can quickly press and drag the icons to change the order to best fit your needs. Or tap to change the number of apps and settings to access at once. Owners can choose between 3×3, 4×3 or 5×3.
Customize your Galaxy S8 notification bar
More options will now be available when accessing the notification bar and in your preferred order. There is no way to remove the permanent brightness slider, but it can be moved up or down by pressing the down-facing arrow on the right.
Other Customization
Additionally, there are a few more steps owners can take when it comes to customizing the notification bar. Like font size, clock, battery meter or colors.
For that, go to Settings > Wallpaper & themes to choose a new theme. Most will completely change the color of the notification bar, quick settings, and other features of your device. Similar to our screenshot below.
Then go to to change the size of text or icons. You can change the size of the text, the icons, or both to enhance your experience. Perfect for those with visual impairment.
Additionally, there are options to add a percentage number to the battery or limit how many notifications are at the top of the screen at once. As an example, you can limit the Galaxy S8 to show only the last three notifications in the status bar to keep everything clean and tidy. Go inside and make the necessary changes.
Learn how to change the buttons on the screen or add a new wallpaper and background image while you’re here.
