Are you missing the ability to swipe the bottom corner of your screen to activate the assistant? This workaround will (kind of) restore that feature!
I have been evaluating the Galaxy S26 Plus for just over a week, and this new Samsung flagship is loaded with enhanced AI features as part of One UI 8.5. Although there is much to appreciate about the software, one significant drawback has regrettably remained on Samsung’s latest models, and it pertains to Gemini.
One of my preferred shortcuts for accessing Gemini is the Swipe for Assistant, a gesture found on many Android devices, including Pixels, OnePlus, and Motorola smartphones. When it’s activated, a simple diagonal swipe from the bottom corner of the screen will cause Gemini to appear. It’s exceptionally handy, but for some unknown reason, Samsung eliminated this gesture from its phones at some point in recent years.
I’m uncertain as to why Samsung decided to remove it, and I’ve contacted Samsung for clarification on this issue, but I’ve yet to receive a response. That’s acceptable, however, as I’ve discovered a useful workaround that somewhat restores this feature using Samsung’s own tools.
Good Lock and One Hand Operation +
If you have a Samsung device, you may be aware or unaware of Good Lock, which is an application that allows you to add various plugins to personalize your phone. Each plugin concentrates on a different aspect of the UI, from the home screen to the Settings app and even the management of notifications. It’s a tremendously helpful Samsung app that enhances the software experience, and I highly suggest downloading it.