To add apps to your home screen on Samsung S20, use the Apps screen: swipe up to open it, then touch and hold the app and tap Add to Home. This is the quickest official method to add apps to home screen Samsung S20 users have.
How to add apps to home screen on Samsung S20
Samsung documents two official ways to add an app shortcut to the Home screen. Both methods add a shortcut only; the app itself remains installed in the Apps screen. AT&T's guide specifically names Samsung Galaxy S20 5G / S20+ 5G / S20 Ultra 5G (G981U/G986U/G988U). Google's Android Help page says some Home screen steps only work on Android 14 and up.
Method 1: Using the Add to Home menu
- Swipe up on the Home screen to open the Apps screen.
- Touch and hold the app you want to add.
- Tap Add to Home from the menu that appears.
Method 2: Drag from the Apps screen
- Touch and hold the app icon.
- Drag it to the Home screen and release it where you want the shortcut to appear.
Method 3: Using the App Settings menu
- Go to Settings > Apps.
- Select the app.
- Tap Add to Home screen or Add shortcut.
Method 4: Using the Quick Panel menu
- Swipe down to open Quick Panel.
- Tap Edit.
- Touch and hold an app icon and drag it to the Home screen.
Both methods work on Samsung Galaxy S20 5G, S20+ 5G, and S20 Ultra 5G devices. Samsung's instructions apply to Galaxy phones and tablets in general, not only the S20 family.
What happens when you remove a home screen shortcut
Removing a shortcut from the Home screen does not uninstall the app. The app stays in the Apps screen and remains fully usable. This separation means you can freely organize your Home screen without worrying about losing access to your installed apps. You can also customize your Home screen further by changing wallpapers and themes, or learn how to change wallpaper on Android for a fresh look.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add widgets to my Samsung S20 home screen?
Touch and hold an empty area on the Home screen, then tap Widgets. Scroll through the available widgets, touch and hold the one you want, drag it to the Home screen, and release it.
How do I organize apps into folders on the home screen?
Touch and hold an app icon, then drag it on top of another app icon. A folder is created automatically. You can add more apps by dragging them into the folder.
How do I remove a shortcut from the home screen without uninstalling the app?
Touch and hold the app shortcut on the Home screen, then drag it to the Remove option that appears at the top or bottom of the screen. The app remains installed in the Apps screen.
Is there a limit to how many apps I can add to the home screen?
You can use multiple Home screen pages and folders to organize as many shortcuts as you need.
Can I add apps to the home screen from the Play Store?
Yes. Open the Play Store, find the app, and install it. After installation, you can touch and hold the app icon from the app details page and drag it to the Home screen.
