Adjust screen brightness on your Samsung Galaxy
Whether you're reading by the pool, checking messages on a sunny park bench, or browsing indoors on a cloudy day, having the right screen brightness on your Samsung Galaxy can significantly enhance your viewing experience. This article guides you through adjusting the screen brightness on your device to ensure optimal visibility and comfort. You'll also learn more about the smart Adaptive Brightness feature, which automatically adjusts the screen based on your surroundings and personal preferences.
Note: Information provided is specific to mobile devices sold in Canada. Screen availability and settings may vary by wireless service provider, software version and model.
Adjusting the screen brightness on your Samsung Galaxy not only improves visibility depending on your environment but also helps conserve battery life. Follow these simple steps to find the perfect brightness level for your device, whether manually or automatically.
Step 1. Open the Settings menu. Then, navigate to and tap Display.
Step 2. Tap and hold the slider handle under “Brightness” and drag left to dim or right to brighten.
Step 3. Check the switch next to “Adaptive brightness”. If it's off, tap to turn it on to enable automatic brightness adjustment.
Learn more about Adaptive brightness on your Samsung Galaxy: Adaptive brightness is a feature that automatically adjusts your screen's brightness based on the lighting around you. It also learns your preferences over time, so if you typically adjust your screen brighter or dimmer in certain light conditions, your mobile device will start doing this for you. It helps make the screen easier to see and can save battery life.
Easily tweak the brightness of your Samsung Galaxy's screen right from the Quick Settings for immediate comfort and better battery efficiency. These steps allow you to quickly adjust the light levels to suit any setting, ensuring optimal readability and device performance.
Step 1. Place two fingers slightly apart at the top of your screen and swipe down to open the Quick settings panel.
Step 2. Tap and hold the brightness slider handle, then drag it left to decrease or right to increase the screen brightness.
Step 3. Tap the More options icon (three vertical dots) to access additional brightness settings.
Step 4. Check the switch next to “Adaptive brightness”. If it's off, tap to turn it on to enable automatic brightness adjustment.
Learn more about Adaptive brightness on your Samsung Galaxy: Adaptive brightness is a feature that automatically adjusts your screen's brightness based on the lighting around you. It also learns your preferences over time, so if you typically adjust your screen brighter or dimmer in certain light conditions, your mobile device will start doing this for you. It helps make the screen easier to see and can save battery life.
On those super sunny days, it might seem impossible to see your phone’s screen, even at maximum brightness. But with newer Galaxy models, you have a secret weapon: Extra brightness. This feature boosts your screen’s brightness beyond the usual limits, making it ideal for clear visibility even in bright environments.
Notes:
- The Extra brightness feature is available only on select newer Galaxy models (such as the Galaxy Flip5, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S24 series) and may vary by carrier and software version.
- The Extra brightness feature is accessible only when Adaptive brightness is disabled.
- Keep in mind that using Extra brightness can significantly increase battery consumption. It's best used sparingly to conserve battery life.
Step 1. Open the Settings menu. Then, navigate to and tap Display.
Step 2. Tap the switch next to “Adaptive brightness” to turn off this feature.
Step 3. Tap the switch next to “Extra brightness” to turn on this feature.
Note: Even with the Extra brightness feature enabled, you can still manually adjust the brightness level from the Display settings menu or directly from the Quick Settings panel for tailored screen visibility.
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