Enhance the look of your Samsung Galaxy phone with unique customization using One UI 6. Distinguish your device from the rest by personalizing the lock screen.

Unlike the standard Android 14 options, Samsung's One UI 6 provides additional settings for clock positioning, more shortcut choices, and diverse notification styles, allowing extensive customization.

Whether you want to refresh your wallpaper, rearrange the clock and shortcuts, modify notification layouts, or add emergency contact information, this guide will walk you through the steps. Elevate your Samsung experience by making your device stand out with personalized touches on the lock screen.

Learn how to tailor it to your preferences effortlessly.

How to customize your Samsung Galaxy Lock Screen on One UI 6

Navigate Through Your Settings

Customize your Samsung Galaxy lock screen in One UI 6 by navigating to Settings > Lock screen > Edit. Alternatively, press and hold the lock screen, then unlock your phone to access customization options directly. Personalize clock positioning, shortcuts, and notification styles to make your device stand out effortlessly.

Change Your Clock Style in Your Liking

To change your Samsung Galaxy lock screen clock style in One UI 6, tap the on-screen clock and open the editing window. Customize the clock style, font, size, and position by selecting from the options provided.

Additionally, modify the clock color using the color options at the bottom, manually setting a hue, or utilizing the auto option to match it with your current background. These simple steps allow you to effortlessly personalize your lock screen's clock appearance.

Change Your Lock Screen Notification Style and Add Contact Information

In One UI 6, customize your Samsung Galaxy lock screen notification style by tapping the notification banner or icons. Choose between full banners, icons only, or hidden notifications. Adjust banner transparency with the provided slider.

You can also ersonalize your lock screen by adding contact information. Tap the Contact information box at the bottom center and input details or a message, making it convenient for someone to return your phone if found. 

Finalize Your Lock Screen

In One UI 6, customize Samsung Galaxy lock screen shortcuts by tapping and holding the bottom corners to swap them with essential functions or installed app shortcuts. Edit these shortcuts by tapping them. Choose a wallpaper by selecting Wallpapers in the top left corner, opting for presets or personal photos. When satisfied with your customizations, save the new lock screen by tapping Done in the top right.

These easy steps allow you to personalize your lock screen with convenient shortcuts and visually appealing wallpapers, enhancing functionality and aesthetics.

In One UI 6.0, lock screen shortcuts add a final touch to customization. Located in the bottom corners, the default shortcuts launch the camera and torch, but they can be easily changed. Tap the desired shortcut in the lock screen customization view to modify it. Choose from pre-selected options like a voice recorder or "do not disturb" mode, or opt for a shortcut to any installed app on your Samsung Galaxy S23.

This feature allows you to tailor your lock screen experience, making it convenient and personalized according to your preferences and frequently used functions.

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Some Other Features of the One UI 6

The One UI 6 update introduces five notable features for Samsung users.

Firstly, the Camera app allows streamlined settings and personalized widgets on the Home screen. Secondly, the enhanced Scan Document feature offers convenient document scanning. Thirdly, the Gallery app facilitates quick edits and copying edit settings across multiple photos. Fourthly, users gain greater control over photo-taking with three levels of optimization. Lastly, the advanced video editor, now called Studio, elevates video editing capabilities with project-based editing and multitasking features.

These improvements enhance user experience in capturing, editing, and organizing multimedia content on Samsung devices.

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