Galaxy S8 Tip: Change the app shortcuts on the lock screen

Have your shiny new Galaxy S8 or S8+ all set up and wondering if there is a way to swap those phone and camera shortcuts on the lockscreen with a shortcut to other apps? There most certainly is. It's been an option on all Samsung devices in recent years, and it's present on the company's newest flagships as well. It makes a lot of sense, too, as the camera can always be launched with a double press of the power button (unless you live in India), and the phone app isn't exactly important for every user.

Here's how you can change the app shortcuts on the lockscreen on your Galaxy S8 or S8+:

Step 1: Open the phone's settings from the app drawer or by hitting the gear icon in the notification shade.

Step 2: Go into the Lock screen and security menu.

Step 3: Here, go into App shortcuts.

Step 4: Simply change each shortcut to the app you want. That's it.

You should now have your personal shortcuts on the lock screen for quick access. Should you have any issues, be sure to let us know in the comments so we can point you in the right direction. Don't forget to take a look at other Galaxy S8 and S8+ tips so you can make the most of your new smartphone.

Abhijeet Mishra - Editor-in-Chief

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Abhijeet's writing career started with guides for custom firmware for Samsung devices (including the original Galaxy S), and he moved to SamMobile in mid-2013 and worked up the ranks to Editor-in-chief. In addition to phones and mobile devices, his interests include gaming on both PC and console, PC hardware, and spending countless hours on YouTube watching videos on tech, movies, games, politics, and internet dramas.

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