Samsung dex

Push the boundaries of your Galaxy

Maximize your productivity with Samsung DeX on your Samsung Galaxy device. You can enjoy a seamless desktop-like experience from your mobile device, with or without a wired connection. Samsung DeX is ideal for keeping tasks organized and improving workflow efficiency ― whether you're multitasking, watching movies or preparing presentations.

Hold, then drag to switch

Working on your tablet and want to boost efficiency? Touch and hold the app handle to reveal the DeX entry zone, then drag the app to the zone to switch to DeX. You can start multitasking across multiple windows, just like on your desktop. To go full screen, simply drag the header to the top center.

Samsung Notes open full-screen on a Galaxy Tab with the app handle selected for easy switching to DeX, with the on-screen instruction ‘Step 1: Long-press the app handle’.

Multiple workspaces.
Multiply your productivity

Streamline your workflow with multiple workspaces. Run different apps in each workspace, and easily add or remove them from recent apps. Use gestures to quickly switch between workspaces, even in fullscreen mode.1

Extended workspace.
Expand your potential

Boost your productivity even further with an external monitor. Move apps freely across screens, and enjoy the streamlined One UI look throughout.2

DeX goes wireless

Versatile and hassle-free. You can now use DeX's features minus any wires for connection. Simply connect to a Smart TV and cast your contents on the big screen without cluttering your work environment.3,4,5


Tap, connect, present

Connect effortlessly, present seamlessly. Tap the DeX button on your Galaxy device to connect with a Smart TV. Now you’re all set, ready to own the room.

Your input is invaluable

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

  • Which models are compatible with Samsung DeX?

    Here are the models which are compatible with Samsung DeX.


    • • Galaxy S smartphones: S8 series, S9 series, S10 series, S20 series, S21 series, S22 series, S23 series, S24 series, S25 series and S26 series.
    • * Note: The S26 FE is not compatible with DeX using a HDMI cable.
    • • Galaxy Note smartphones: Note8, Note9, Note10 series and Note20 series.
    • • Galaxy foldables: Fold, Z Fold2, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, Z Fold5, Z Fold6, Z Fold7, Z Flip7, Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip8.
    • * Note: The Z Flip7 FE is not compatible with DeX using a HDMI cable or wireless DeX with a TV or monitor.
    • • Galaxy A smartphones: A90 5G.
    • • Galaxy Tabs: Tab S4, Tab S5e, Tab Active Pro, Tab S6, Tab S7 series, Tab S8 series, Tab S9 series, Tab S10 series, Tab S11 series, Tab S12 series and Tab Active 3.
    • * Note: The Tab S9 FE, Tab A9 Plus, Tab S10 Lite, Tab S10 Plus, Tab S10 FE, Tab A11 Plus is not compatible with HDMI cable or wireless DeX with a TV or monitor.

  • You can enter DeX mode using one of the following three methods:


    • • Long-press an app's handle, drag it, and drop it onto the DeX entry zone in the top-right corner.
    • • 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 DeX icon on the far left of the taskbar to exit DeX mode.

  • Open Quick Settings on a compatible Galaxy device, tap the Wireless DeX, select a compatible Smart TV or display, and tap Start now.


    • • Quick Panel > Wireless DeX
    • • Settings > Device Connections > Samsung DeX > Connect wirelessly

  • 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.

  • To use your monitor exclusively with DeX, exit DeX mode on the tablet.
    (For details, please refer to "How can I exit DeX mode?")

  • When you enter DeX mode, Desktop 1 is created by default. If no desktop appears, you can create one by selecting the + button to the top-right of the recent apps. You can also add a new desktop 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.

  • Yes. The Galaxy phone screen functions as a trackpad in Samsung DeX, enabling navigation, clicking, and scrolling without a separate mouse. This is especially useful when working away from a desk.

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  • Samsung DeX is only supported on selected Samsung Galaxy devices. (More details on "Which models are compatible with Samsung DeX?")
  • Certain apps may not run or require a separate license (for purchase) on Samsung DeX.
  • Products are sold separately.
  • Book Cover Keyboard sold separately. Book Cover Keyboard layout may vary by model or type of language.
  • Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.
  • The following features require Android 16 or higher: launching Samsung DeX with long-press and drop, Multi desktops and Extended mode.
  1. Up to four workspaces available, with a maximum of five apps open simultaneously in each workspace.
  2. To use multiple workspaces on both the tablet and non-touch monitor simultaneously in Extended mode, a Book Cover Keyboard or a separate Bluetooth mouse is needed.
  3. Samsung DeX wireless connection is supported with TVs that support Android smartphone screen mirroring (Miracast) only.
  4. There may be a difference in performance depending on TV’s specifications and Wi-Fi environment. Recommended to use Samsung Smart TVs launched after '19.
  5. To check which Galaxy device models offer wireless connection with DeX, please refer to "Which models are compatible with Samsung DeX?"