While Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold6 is most unique for its ability to transform from smartphone to 7.6-inch tablet, the foldable device has another clever trick for business users looking to do more with fewer devices — something that’s become especially important for hybrid work. Samsung DeX lets you extend your Galaxy Z Fold6 into a desktop computing experience by connecting wirelessly to a smart display and pairing a keyboard and mouse.
Think of Galaxy Z Fold6 as a three-in-one, with DeX as its third and final form, giving you a phone, tablet and PC all in one. With a foldable that becomes a desktop whenever you need it, you can leave your laptop bag at home. Galaxy Z Fold6 is Samsung’s slimmest foldable yet and closes completely flat thanks to a redesigned hinge, so you can travel lighter than ever. It’s also extremely durable, with a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 screen and IPX8 water resistance rating.
Here’s how to use DeX on your Galaxy Z Fold6:
Connect to DeX wirelessly
The DeX platform is built into your Galaxy Z Fold6, no downloads required. It works wirelessly with any Miracast-enabled display, including Samsung’s new Smart Monitor range — or, for viewing presentations on a larger canvas, most newer smart TVs.
To get connected, first put your Smart Monitor or TV into “screen mirroring” mode. Then, on your Galaxy Z Fold6, swipe down from the top of the screen to access the quick panel. In the quick panel, tap DeX, then choose “DeX on TV or monitor” and select your display to launch DeX on the big screen.
If your display does not support Miracast, you can also run DeX by connecting your Galaxy Z Fold6 to the monitor or TV via a USB-C-to-HDMI cable or adapter. Just connect, and DeX will launch immediately (if it doesn’t, make sure the “source” setting on your display is the same as the HDMI port you connected to with the cable).
DeX vs. screen mirroring
DeX is not the same as mirroring your mobile device’s screen to a larger display. It’s a true desktop computing experience where you can work across multiple apps with resizable windows, drag and drop content, use keyboard shortcuts, and right-click with your mouse to access options menus.
Your favorite Microsoft Office tools are optimized for DeX, so you can edit, review and share documents intuitively from your mobile-powered workstation. You can also run a VDI client, like VMware, Citrix, or Amazon WorkSpaces, within DeX to access Windows desktops and apps.
Call and text on your monitor
With your Galaxy Z Fold6 connected to DeX, your calls and texts appear right on your monitor. Quickly hop on a call or respond to a message without disrupting your workflow, and access your mobile notifications on a larger landscape. DeX keeps you laser-focused on your work, yet readily available to communicate with your team and clients as needed.
Go mobile-only with Samsung DeX
When unfolded, Galaxy Z Fold6’s expansive 7.6-inch tablet display screen makes a comfortable trackpad — and it can also be used as a virtual keyboard in a DeX environment.
Pair a keyboard and mouse
However, for longer productivity sessions, you’ll probably want to pair a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. First, hold down the pairing button on your keyboard or mouse, and then open your Bluetooth settings on your Galaxy Z Fold6 to scan for the device. Your Galaxy Z Fold6 can remember your paired peripherals so connecting again later is quick and easy.
Pairing a keyboard and mouse also frees up your Galaxy Z Fold6, so you can keep using it as a phone while powering DeX on the big screen. Checking your mobile calendar while taking a phone call and editing a presentation on your monitor? That’s a serious productivity session. DeX on Galaxy Z Fold6 is also great for videoconferencing, thanks to the phone’s hands-free FlexMode.
Unleash your productivity with Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy AI
In the age of the hybrid workplace, Galaxy Z Fold6 lets you unfold your world anywhere, with more productivity tools than you’ve ever had in a single mobile device. And with DeX, you can set up your workspace in seconds, carrying only your light yet durable foldable smartphone to and from the office.
For those days when you need to be extra productive, remember the new Galaxy AI1 productivity features. From summarizing notes with Note Assist to ensuring conversations flow smoothly with Live Translate, the Galaxy portfolio and Galaxy AI can unlock a world of new possibilities.
Unleash new ways to stay productive, collaborate and more with Samsung for business. Sign up for a Samsung Business Account to get exclusive offers, including volume pricing discounts, on Galaxy Z Fold6 today. If you’re not currently an Android or Galaxy user, make sure to try Galaxy for Work on your current device today.
1Galaxy AI features by Samsung will be provided for free until the end of 2025 on supported Samsung Galaxy devices.
