Samsung won't force Quick Settings split in Android 15

One of the controversial aspects of Samsung’s upcoming One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, is the decision to split notifications and quick settings into two different panes. But as it turns out, it’s not forced.

Some of the first details revealed about One UI 7 included changes to Samsung’s quick settings and notifications. Android itself has combined notifications and quick settings into one two-part pane, and for many, this decision came as a surprise. One UI also follows that behavior. Splitting the two into completely separate panes is how iOS works, and it’s a behavior implemented in some Android skins that are also used in China.

But thankfully, Samsung is making this an option.

A new hands-on video posted this week takes a closer look at the new quick settings tray in One UI 7. The new behavior shows notifications when you swipe down from the left side, and quick settings menu when you swipe down from the right side. There are also new editing options, allowing you to move individual blocks in the improved Quick Settings menu.

But even more important in the editor interface is the[設定]It’s a button.

From there, users can use One UI 7[クイック設定]You can decide how your panel will work. Samsung seems to default to “Separate”, but the “Together” option brings the two together, with one swipe showing some quick settings tiles and notifications, and a second swipe bringing them back together. It appears that the ability to see the full quick settings remains as it is today. panel.

Somewhat frustratingly, the video doesn’t show this in action, but just knowing the option exists is great news.