In this article, we will explore the Flex Window’s customization capabilities and how you can use them to customize your Galaxy Z Flip 5’s cover screen. Samsung has changed the way of interacting with the cover screen on its clamshell foldable phones. This update brings new gestures for opening the quick panel, accessing widgets, viewing notifications, replying to messages, and managing Samsung Wallet. Before exploring the new personalization options, let’s see how you can navigate on the Flip 5’s Flex Window. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 owners can access the quick panel with a swipe-down gesture. If you want to see the widgets, then you can swipe left. All notifications and recent messages can be accessed with a left-to-right gesture. If you want to make a quick payment using Samsung Wallet, you can perform a swipe-up gesture. Now you are aware of all-new gestures navigations available for the Galaxy Z Flip 5. Let’s explore the new customization features coming with the Flex Window.
Changing the Wallpaper and Clock Font
You can personalize the overall look of the cover screen that match your personality. When you set up your new Galaxy Z Flip 5, you will see the default One UI 5 wallpaper and a simple clock font style on the cover screen. Samsung packs the clamshell with a bunch of personalization presets such as Gallery, Graphical, Informative presets, Simple, and Colors, with each section offering different ready-to-use presets. Whether you want to use a pre-built template or want a completely new lock screen that matches your style, you can follow these steps. To Change Wallpaper: Tip: You can even set a video or GIF as a background on the cover screen. Change the Clock Style, Quick Access Shortcut, and Battery Icon:
Adding Flex Widgets on the Flex Window
Samsung has introduced a set of widgets tailored specifically for the Flex Window. This list of Flex widgets includes: Calendar, Weather, Recent Calls, Direct Dial, Alarm, Timer, Stopwatch, Steps, SmartThings Scenes, Finance Watchlist, and Daily activity. You can access the widgets on Flex Window by swiping left, here’s how you can add or remove widgets on the cover screen.
Accessing Full Screen Apps on the Galaxy Z Flip 5
Samsung and some other developers optimized some apps for the Galaxy Z Flip 5’s cover screen, these apps are listed under the Flex Apps section. The list of Flex Apps include: Google Maps, Messages, Google Messages, Netflix, YouTube, and WhatsApp. You can add more apps directly on the cover screen including third-party apps with the help of Good Lock launcher or using third-party alternatives. If you want to add support for third-party apps, you can follow our detailed guide on adding third-party apps to the Galaxy Z Flip 5. Here’s how you can access Flex Apps on your clamshell.
Customizing the Galaxy Z Flip 5 with Flipsuit Case
Samsung offers a number of accessories for the Galaxy Z Flip 5, the collection includes Flipsuit cases, that are tailored to enhance overall aesthetics of the clamshell. When you apply a flipsuit case, you will see a new background on the cover screen matching the case’s aesthetics. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 owners can buy a Flipsuit case from the Samsung Store or Website. So, these are some different ways you can follow to enhance your Galaxy Z Flip 5’s cover screen. If you still have any query related to the customization, please drop a comment in the comment box.
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