Frustrated with your Galaxy Tab’s home screen after the One UI 6.0 update? You’re not alone! Many users in India are facing a strange issue where icons and widgets have shrunk dramatically, leaving a vast expanse of unusable space on either side. This not only looks odd but also wastes precious screen real estate on your tablet.
What’s the Problem?
After updating to One UI 6.0, users have reported that their Galaxy Tab’s home screen icons and widgets appear much smaller than before. This shrinkage creates a cluttered look as there are more icons on the screen, but the extra space on the sides remains unusable. You can’t drag and drop icons into these empty areas, making it frustrating to organize your home screen efficiently.
Tried Everything But No Fix?
The initial thought was that the grid size on the launcher had changed. However, adjusting the grid options in the settings doesn’t solve the problem. Users have also tried updating One UI Home to the latest version and tinkering with the Good Lock’s Home Up module, but these attempts haven’t yielded any success either.
Widespread Issue, Radio Silence from Samsung
This shrunken icon and wasted space issue appears to be affecting a large number of Galaxy Tab users in India, regardless of the specific tablet model. Disappointingly, Samsung has yet to acknowledge the problem, even though it’s been several months since users first reported it. We can only hope that Samsung will soon recognize this significant issue and release a software update to fix it.
So, What Can You Do Until a Fix Arrives?
While we wait for Samsung’s official solution, here are a few temporary workarounds you can try:
- Embrace the Minimalist Look: This might not be ideal for everyone, but you can try reducing the number of icons and widgets on your home screen. This will create a less cluttered appearance and highlight the extra space, although it won’t eliminate it entirely.
- Utilize Folders: Grouping similar apps into folders can help declutter your home screen and make better use of the available space.
- Change Launcher (Third-Party Option): If the above workarounds aren’t sufficient, you can consider using a third-party launcher app. These apps offer a wide range of customization options, and you might be able to find one that allows you to adjust the icon size and layout to your preference. However, keep in mind that third-party launchers might not integrate seamlessly with all Samsung features.
The Bottom Line
The shrunken icons and wasted space issue on Galaxy Tabs with One UI 6.0 is a significant annoyance. Hopefully, Samsung will acknowledge the problem soon and provide a permanent fix through a software update. Until then, the temporary workarounds mentioned above might help you manage the situation.
Remember, this is a temporary situation. Keep an eye out for official updates from Samsung to address the issue definitively.
