Besides an attractive design, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd.’s top model, the Galaxy S6, also features impressive high-performance specifications for all mobile users. Handy shortcuts, extra features, user-friendly interface, and a lot more comes with the Galaxy S6. Additionally, Google has provided Samsung with its services for the flagship models, installing them with Android Lollipop 5.0.

Streamlining navigation on the device
Firstly, for a better hands-on experience, users are advised to customize the settings of their S6 to meet their requirements. For that, a user is required to drop down the top notification bar and click on Edit. A variety of options will appear and a user can select the right ones that he or she wishes to see in the quick setting menu, next time they drop down open it.

We advise users to remove anything they do not wish to see in the quick settings menu and later users will be able to experience the convenience for sure. One a user is done choosing the options, he or she can tap the save button and move on.

The theme that suits your device best

In order to select the best theme for your S6, a user should begin by holding down on the home screen for two seconds, after which they will be able to modify screen grid size, widgets, wallpapers, and the entire theme.

The current menu will also allow you to give your phone a completely new look. Users will be able to replace backgrounds, font size, app icons, and also fine-tune their device. Additionally, users can also preview the new theme before it gets replaced. Initially, three themes will be available on your S6, however, the option to download more themes via Google Play Store will also be available. A number of apps are also available in case a user wishes to create a custom-made theme.

Utilizing the fingerprint sensor
This is one of the most advanced feature available on the Galaxy S6. It is of great use and users will be glad once they start to avail the feature. To do that, users are required to go into device Settings and enter Lock Screen and Security in order to find a Screen Lock Type, which is exactly where the special Fingerprint feature belongs. We advise users to follow the steps in order to access the convenient Fingerprint feature.

A user can use their thumb to unlock the device, which is far easier to do single-handedly. However, a backup password is also recommended just in case. The menu contains two toggles that direct whether or not you can use the fingerprint sensor to verify Samsung account and for web sign-in. Fingerprints are a quicker way to gain access than having to jog your memory for a set password.

Making use of the split screen option
The amazing 5.1-inch display of Samsung Galaxy S6 is big enough to enable users to use two apps at one time. Users can enable the impressive split screen function by tapping and holding onto the multitasking button, which is present at the bottom left. Users can also access the feature by simply holding on to apps for around two seconds.

Once the feature is successfully enabled, users will find that the screen will be divided into two sections. The below section will allow users to select an app they wish to multitask on, whereas, the above section will display the same app a user had opened earlier, before he decided to utilize the split screen function. In this way, a user will eventually end up using two apps on one screen.

Moreover, users can adjust the screen space each app covers by simply dragging the split section in vertical direction. Other interesting options allow users to window, flip, or even close apps can be availed by clicking the designated circle.

Getting the best out of your display
Users can benefit the most from the high-performance, active-matrix organic light-emitting diode (AMOLED) screen by going into the device Screen Mode section, which is located under the Display tab in the S6 settings section.

The Screen Mode section comprises of a variety of options that can enhance the resolution and picture quality of the Galaxy S6. Adaptive display will adjust the resolution automatically, but other modes such as the AMOLED cinema and AMOLED photo if selected, will increase the contrast, and liveliness of the screen. Either a user leaves the screen settings on basic, they can obtain something more close to reality.

Saving on battery
Going into your Battery Settings will provide you with detailed stats on your device power usage, and the estimated time remaining on your battery. Two modes will be present to prolong the battery of your device, i.e. Power saving mode, and an Ultra power-saving mode. The ultra mode is quite extreme as compared to the normal Power saving mode, cutting down on the display brightness and functionality. Samsung Galaxy S6 also has an abnormal battery usage section, that identifies which app is draining your battery the most.

Disabling or removing downloaded apps
In order to easily disable or uninstall an app on the S6, users are required to dive into the Apps section on their device, which is exactly where a complete list of apps is displayed. To begin selecting or deselecting certain apps, users are required to click on the Edit button located at the top right corner. A red minus sign would be present to immediately halt ongoing functioning of a particular app. Other than that, users can also disable or uninstall almost all downloadable apps.

However, some apps cannot be permanently removed but users can uninstall many of them by holding on the icon and dragging it to the Uninstall section.

Taking screenshot
Capturing a screenshot at any time is pretty simple. All users have to do is to hold onto the Home button and the Power button together. That’s it, the screenshot will be taken and the image will be transferred to the S6 gallery automatically.

A user who is looking for a more convenient way to take a screenshot, we advise him or her to enable the Palm Swipe feature located under Motions and Gestures section in the Galaxy S6 Settings.

Downloading in a hurry
Download Booster in the Galaxy S6 is an added feature that allows users to make downloads quicker than ever. For instance, if a user has to download a file that is above 30MB in size, he or she can enable download boost option from the More Connection Settings section in their Galaxy S6 device. Just to inform users, the feature would make use of Wi-Fi, plus data charges in order to boost the download.