Home Up update for Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta unlocks new gesture controls and widgets

Samsung has started distributing a new update for the Home Up module, one of the most popular tools in the Good Lock ecosystem. The new feature is aimed at users of Galaxy devices who participate in the One UI 8.5 beta testing program, offering an expanded range of options for customizing the system interface.

Available through Galaxy Store, the update aims to refine the user experience by enabling detailed adjustments that are not available in the standard Android settings. The main focus is on customizing the home screen, application drawer and system menus, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to flexibility.

Among the main changes, the ability to adjust the internal scale of widgets, the option to remove background blur for greater clarity, the unification of side panels for quick access, the deactivation of navigation gestures to avoid accidental app switching and the selective cleaning of the direct sharing menu.

The new version also fixes compatibility issues reported in previous beta builds, ensuring that the module works stably and integrates with One UI 8.5. Usuários who have already installed the update report significant improvements in the fluidity and organization of the interface.

Granular control over widgets and home screen layout

The new version of Home Up gives users unprecedented tuning power over widgets. One of the most anticipated features is the ability to modify the scale of internal content, allowing elements to be resized from 80% of their original size. Isso means that it is possible to reduce or enlarge information within a widget without changing its dimensions on the home screen grid, optimizing space and readability according to each user’s preference.

In addition to scaling, the update introduces an option to disable the background blur effect applied to certain widgets. Essa setting results in a cleaner, sharper look, allowing the wallpaper to stand out and the visual integration of components to be more harmonious. Ambas settings are applied instantly and can be accessed directly from the Home Up menu, simplifying the customization process and offering immediate results in the device’s appearance.

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Solution for accidental navigation gestures

Responding to a recurring request from the community, Samsung implemented a solution to one of the most common problems in gesture navigation: accidental application switching. Muitos users reported that, when swiping close to the bottom edge of the screen, they ended up switching between open applications involuntarily.

The Home Up update now includes an option to completely disable the bottom bar swipe gesture to switch apps. Essa setting, when activated, prevents unwanted touches and movements, ensuring a more controlled and interruption-free usage experience, especially during games or tasks that require precision.

Cleaner and more efficient sharing menu

The direct sharing menu, known as Direct Share, has also been significantly improved. Frequentemente criticized for visual pollution and the display of contacts and applications that are not very relevant, the feature can now be fully customized.

With the new functionality, users can hide specific applications from the quick suggestions list, leaving only those that are used frequently visible. Essa cleaning makes the process of sending files, links and photos much more agile and straightforward.

Menu customization is especially useful for professionals and users who rely heavily on communication, saving precious seconds on each share and making on-device workflow more productive.

Optimizations for custom folders and layouts

Large folders, which allow you to view multiple applications without having to open them, also received new organization options. The update allows for deeper customization, making it easier to arrange icons and internal settings.

This makes it possible to create more functional and visually pleasing groupings on the home screen, transforming folders into true productivity centers. Users can define specific layouts that best suit their daily use.

For those using the “DIY Home” mode, which offers complete freedom to create unconventional layouts, the Samsung has fixed a misalignment issue. Antes, icons and widgets could move out of place after restarting the device.

With the fix, custom arrangements remain intact, ensuring that the user-created design is preserved, which represents an important advancement for extreme customization enthusiasts.

The strategic role of Good Lock in the Galaxy ecosystem

The Good Lock continues to consolidate itself as one of the Samsung’s biggest differentiators within the competitive Android smartphone market. Enquanto other manufacturers offer more limited and superficial customization options, the South Korean’s suite of modules allows users to modify deep aspects of the One UI, from the lock screen to the notifications panel and the task manager. The Home Up, as one of its key components, is proof of the company’s commitment to listening to its community of power users, who are constantly seeking greater control to adapt the device to their workflow and personal style. The continued evolution of the app, with updates that respond directly to feedback from forums and beta programs, not only retains existing customers, but also attracts new consumers who value the flexibility and customization power that the Galaxy line offers.

Exclusive features for the foldable line

Owners of foldable devices, such as models from the Galaxy Z line, receive special attention in this update. The Home Up now allows you to change the number of favorite applications that are displayed in the cover screen taskbar, improving the usability of the device when it is closed and optimizing quick access to the most important functions.

Availability and access to the new version

The new version of Home Up, compatible with One UI 8.5, is being automatically released to all beta program participants through Galaxy Store. Caso the update does not appear immediately, it is possible to force the manual check by accessing the Good Lock application and navigating to the installed modules section.

Initially, availability is concentrated on the latest models in the Galaxy S line, but the expectation is that the Samsung will expand access to other devices, including some from the A series, as the testing phase progresses and gets closer to the launch of the stable version of the operating system.