Hiding app icon labels on Samsung Galaxy phones can give your home screen a cleaner and more minimalistic look. Here’s how you can do it:
Method 1: Using Samsung’s Built-in Options
Samsung’s One UI doesn’t natively support hiding app labels, but you can achieve a similar effect by changing your home screen settings.
- Reduce Grid Size:
- Go to your home screen.
- Pinch the screen or long-press on an empty area to open the home screen settings.
- Select Home Screen Settings.
- Tap on Home Screen Grid or Apps Screen Grid.
- Choose a grid size with fewer icons (e.g., 4×5). This won’t hide labels but can make them less obtrusive.
- Tap Apply.
- Use Samsung Themes:
- Open the Samsung Themes app.
- Browse or search for a theme that offers minimalist icons with no labels.
- Download and apply the theme. Some themes may remove or minimize icon labels.
Method 2: Using Third-Party Launchers
If you prefer more customization options, you can use a third-party launcher that allows hiding app labels.
- Nova Launcher:
- Download Nova Launcher from the Google Play Store.
- Open Nova Settings.
- Go to Home Screen > Icon Layout.
- Toggle off Label to hide the app names.
- Go back and repeat for the App Drawer if desired.
- Microsoft Launcher:
- Download Microsoft Launcher from the Google Play Store.
- Open the launcher and access Home Screen settings.
- Go to Customize Layout.
- Find the option to hide labels and toggle it off.
Method 3: Using Good Lock
Samsung’s Good Lock app offers a range of customization options.
- Install Good Lock:
- Download Good Lock from the Galaxy Store.
- Open Good Lock and install the Home Up module.
- Customize Icons:
- Open Home Up.
- Go to Home Screen settings.
- Enable the Hide App Labels option.
By using these methods, you can effectively hide or minimize app icon labels on your Samsung Galaxy phone, achieving a cleaner and more streamlined home screen appearance.