Samsung One UI 8.5 Introduces Fully Customizable Quick Settings Panel

The next major update from Samsung — One UI 8.5 — is shaping up to deliver one of its most significant interface overhauls yet, with particular focus on the Quick Settings (or “Quick Panel”) section. According to recent leaks and reports, users of Galaxy devices can expect a level of customization that goes beyond previous versions.

What’s changing

One of the headline features of One UI 8.5 is the ability to fully customise the Quick Settings panel — allowing users to move, resize, remove, or even completely clear out toggles and widgets.
Leaked screenshots suggest you’ll be able to:

• Drag and rearrange toggles anywhere on the panel.
• Resize widgets like brightness or volume sliders (e.g., change orientation or size).
• Remove toggles you rarely use — such as Smart View or Smart Things — resulting in a cleaner, personalised layout.
• Possibly switch between horizontal and vertical layouts, changing the way the panel is accessed and used.

Why this matters

For years, Galaxy users have asked for greater flexibility in how they interact with the Quick Panel: not just rearranging toggles, but deeper control over the layout and look. With One UI 8.5, Samsung appears to be meeting those requests.
This move aligns with broader trends in smartphone UI design, where personalization and user-driven layouts are becoming more important. Samsung is also refreshing system apps, overall visuals, and layout language in addition to the Quick Panel.

When and where?

While Samsung hasn’t officially launched One UI 8.5 yet, leaks suggest the update may land in conjunction with the next flagship series (likely the Galaxy S26) early next year.
As always with OEM software updates, the rollout will likely vary by region and device model. If your Galaxy phone is eligible for One UI 8 (based on Android 16), it’s a strong candidate to receive 8.5.

Bottom line

If you’ve ever felt the Quick Settings panel on your Galaxy phone was too cluttered, too rigid or simply not tailored enough to your priorities, One UI 8.5 promises to make meaningful changes. With full freedom to move, resize or remove elements, it’s a big step toward a more personal and efficient user experience.