How to Transform Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Into a Secondary Screen

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 sports various advanced features on top of the other things you can do with it, such as using the stylus. Apart from that, its sleek design is what makes it a stand-out tablet out of other brands.

Some people use it as a secondary screen to their computer or laptop. Whether it's for work or home use, this tablet provides substantial tools to be a support display for your needs.

Here's how to set up the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 as a secondary screen.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Compatibility

As per Digital Trends, you first need to know if your tablet is compatible with the device to which you will connect it. For instance, the tech site tested it out with Microsoft Surface Go. It turns out that they are compatible with one another.

You should also remember that your PC should have the latest OS, preferably Windows 10 at the very least. Meanwhile, your Galaxy Tab S8 should have One UI 3.1 or a later version.

Diving into the Software Part

After meeting the required hardware compatibility for your devices, it's time to check your Samsung tablet's software component to see if it's suited for the process.

Just properly follow these steps to do that.

1. First, view the Quick settings dashboard from your Galaxy Tab S8. You can do that by swiping down from the top edge of the screen.
2. Then, access the next page. You will see a "Second Screen" icon on the Quick Settings.
3. Once you're done with it, click that icon and you will be directed to the new page.
4. From there, you can select any of the two choices. You can choose Video Mode or Gaming Mode. It will depend on the purpose of your activity.

How to Set Up Galaxy Tab S8 as a Secondary Screen

For this part, we will now transform your Samsung tablet into a spectacular monitor. All you need is to follow the procedures below:

1. Click the Windows+K shortcut on your computer. A dashboard for the wireless display will appear on the right side.
2. From here, your Samsung tablet will now be visible online. You can now begin pairing it with your PC.
3. After successfully pairing them, you will be asked if you want to activate your computer peripherals on-screen. Particularly, if you want to activate your mouse and keyboard, just tick check on the box to allow them to operate on your tablet and PC.
4. Tweak the display settings depending on your preference. You can change the resolution, scaling, and more which suits your style.
5. Select between using your Galaxy Tab S8 as a secondary monitor and mirroring the screen of your computer on the tablet.
6. Once you're finished, check if the Secondary Screen feature is already switched on. To turn it off, just like the Pin icon.
7. Finally, tap Disconnect and see if the changes have already taken effect.

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Written by Joseph Henry