- Ability to edit and move the quick panel controls individually to optimize access.
- Ability to rearrange the button sequence to place the most frequently used buttons at the top.
- Option to modify the overall design to include elements such as the brightness bar in preferred areas.
If you own a Samsung device, you know that its One UI interface is a true gem, allowing you to customize your phone almost exactly how you want. One of its most useful features, but one that sometimes comes in a mess out of the box, is the quick settings panel —that drop-down menu where you have shortcuts to your most frequently used functions.
The truth is, depending on how you use your phone, there will be tools you need to have at hand instantly and others you don't care about. That's why knowing how to reorganize and adapt this space is essential for a much smoother user experience and to avoid wasting time swiping the screen repeatedly.
Advanced customization of quick controls
With the latest updates, such as version 8.5, the management of these buttons has taken a significant leap forward. We are no longer forced to move entire groups of functions; instead, we can edit each control individually . This is a welcome change, as it allows us to design a fully customized dashboard according to our priorities.
The key here is usability and readability . The smartest approach is to place the buttons we use most frequently at the top. This way, we avoid having to expand the entire panel or endlessly scroll to find Wi-Fi or the flashlight, making everything much more intuitive and faster.
Steps to change the order of the buttons
If you find yourself in a situation similar to many users who can't figure out how to move the first few shortcuts, don't worry, it's simpler than it seems. To modify the icon sequence , just follow these steps:
- Swipe down on the quick settings panel to open it.
- Find and tap on the icon of the three vertical points.
- Enter the option called Button order.
- Here you can choose exactly which features you want to appear and in which specific position.
- Once you have a design you like, click accept to save the changes.
Design settings and brightness control
But it's not just about moving icons. Samsung also lets us play with the overall panel design . For example, some people prefer to have the brightness control always visible without having to pull down the panel twice, and One UI makes this very easy.
To manage these visual elements, such as the brightness bar , the steps are slightly different: first, open the menu, tap the three vertical dots, and go to Quick panel layout . From there, you can enable the option to display the brightness at the top , keeping it easily accessible.
Mastering these editing tools allows the mobile to adapt to us and not the other way around, allowing us to remove, add or resize controls so that the screen is always clear and efficient, optimizing every space in the shortcuts panel.