How to Turn On Galaxy S Pen Remote Features
It’s possible to turn the S Pen off for those functions if your phone is running low on power. Here’s how:
What Is the Samsung S Pen?
The S Pen for Samsung’s Galaxy Note 9, released in August 2018, was an upgrade from previous versions and added a battery and Bluetooth. Along with these new enhancements, it retained all the functions of the S Pen from the previous version, such as Live Messages, Quick Notes, and Screen Write.
Battery Power for Extra Functionality
A battery in the S Pen might sound unwieldy, but the rechargeable battery fits right into the stylus without changing the pen’s size. Users who were comfortable with the previous Note stylus are likely to find this one just as easy to use. Although small, the battery is good for a full 30 minutes and can recharge completely in less than one minute. Even on a dead battery, though, the S Pen offers all the functions of the previous version. It requires power only when you’re using it in remote-control and Bluetooth low-energy modes.
A Remote Control for Entertainment
The 6.4-inch, high-definition screen and the Dolby Atmos-enhanced audio on the Galaxy Note 9 make watching TV and movies, listening to music and audiobooks, and viewing videos on YouTube and other sites a pleasurable experience. On top of that, the powered controls on the S Pen give you convenient control over playback without any additional setup. Just open your entertainment of choice and start streaming. Some apps, such as Spotify, even have universal controls, so when you want to pause your music, movies, videos, and audiobooks, just press the button on the S Pen. To skip to the next track or song, quickly press the button twice. You can even set up the S Pen to automatically open your favorite entertainment (or any other app) when you press and hold the S Pen button. Here’s how to set that up.
Shoot Like a Pro
With dual 12 MP cameras, the Note 9 lets you take high-quality photos. Even better, you can be part of them when you use the remote shutter control capability of the S Pen. App Actions work with your S Pen even if the camera isn’t the app you choose to open when you press and hold the S Pen button. App Action options include:
Take a picture: Works for both front and back cameras.Switch camera: Switches between front and back camera modes.Record video: Works with whichever camera you have open with the press (or two presses) of a button.Do nothing: Exactly as it sounds.
App actions are customizable. Here’s how to make them behave exactly as you prefer: Your settings are saved automatically.
Productivity With Your Stylus Pen
One of the most anticipated functions of the S Pen is the ability to control PowerPoint presentations. Paired with Samsung’s DeX, which connects your Galaxy Note 9 to a large screen, wireless keyboard, and mouse, your S Pen puts you in control of the show. To control a PowerPoint presentation: As with the camera, you can customize how the button on the S Pen controls the presentation. Go to Settings > Advanced Features > S Pen > S Pen Remote and use the App Action links under PowerPoint to assign a single or double press to move the presentation to the Next Slide or Previous Slide. Of course, you also have the option to Do nothing. Similarly, you can use these same settings and your S Pen to control a Chrome browser, the Hancom Office Editor, and some social media applications, such as Snapchat.
