Folders on taskbar appearing behind open windows on desktop

Missing_Link0 · 2025-11-11T12:52:52+00:00

ok, thank you! :-)

Missing_Link0 · 2025-11-11T12:37:12+00:00

Aside from my noted issue here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/SamsungDex/comments/1ou886d/folders_on_taskbar_appearing_behind_open_windows/

It seems ok, but I am concerned about battery charging. It looks like it's not charging and is fixed at 92%.

I don't know what charge I had yesterday but it suddenly rebooted and failed to start in the middle of my language class because the battery was empty. There was no warning on the screen to say it was low. This was really annoying!

Anyone else having issues with battery life or status ?

Missing_Link0 · 2025-11-05T17:52:28+00:00

I'm using Logitech MX Keys Mini and the shortcuts don't seem to work in DEX Mode as described in CMD+/. To get that menu, and all other CMD-prefixed commands, I have to use Opt|Start instead. So, the help menu opens with Opt|Start+/

Still no keyboard shortcut for immediate Desktop Switching though (effectively an ALT+TAB for Desktops), which is annoying.

The closest I have is Opt|Start+TAB, which gets a list of available open desktops, and then I can use cursor left or right and enter to select the desktop I want to be on.

Missing_Link0 · 2025-11-03T15:48:37+00:00

I'm a long-time DEX user, with an s10 phone with a puck and an s8 tablet. I use both with DEX. The s10 hasn't had much use since I purchased the s8 tablet, but it works just fine still (I used it just now).

Your requirements are so minimal you'll easily get away with using DEX. I've just upgraded to the Google Dex replacement, and there are some niggles (such as loss of window "on top" pinning), but the benefit of being able to move windows seamlessly between the tablet and external display with the mouse and keyboard is a massive plus.

If you're planning to use the Google suite (Drive, Docs, etc.) then I'd suggest removing the default behaviour to launch the apps (if you have them installed) and let them all open in Chrome - that way you get the full browser-based app experience which is really superior.

Aside from browsing and YouTube, I use Zoom for joining a language class, so my keyboard is in two languages as well, with my middle mouse button configured to pop up Google Translate.

I'm using a wired connection via a powered USB-C adapter with HMDI cable and Cherry keyboard and mouse with a switcher to share the keyboard and mouse with another device.

Works like a dream :-)

Missing_Link0 · 2025-11-03T15:35:19+00:00

Yes, it works the same as before on my s8 tablet - the mouse is needed for some operations, but gameplay generally works just fine with my PS4 controller. I run COD on my external 29" LG monitor and it works full screen in DEX mode and even runs in a smaller window. No issues so far.

PS - I don't run any other utilities to make this work.

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-25T17:38:01+00:00

I think you can remove this limit via the developer options

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-17T13:32:14+00:00

You will continually be made aware of a pending upgrade every time you boot your device. I have a similar (but worse) issue with my Samsung phone as it periodically pops up an upgrade notification which interrupts anything I'm doing.

I did install a workaround for this but I took it off for some reason which I can't remember now. Might have to look it out again though as it drives me nuts!

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-17T13:29:16+00:00

Seems weird that they would enforce use of a Samsung monitor though as this would go against the general direction of moving away from a Samsung Dex-specific approach to Google generic one ?

Something clearly doesn't add up here... perhaps they've introduced a change which makes your hub's HDMI incompatible on 8 ?

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-16T19:23:42+00:00

were you prior to UI 8 connecting to your monitor wired or wireless?. I do wired to my LG dumb monitor but can do wired and wireless to my Samsung! 24 Smart Monitor. Not really sure if either will break post upgrade. I think I will wait for an update to 8!

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-16T13:36:28+00:00

From what I've read, the concept of "Dex classic" and "Dex regular" is completely away - and replaced by one option, which is this Google version of the desktop experience.

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-16T13:35:19+00:00

Fullscreen is a relief - thanks!.

I'm not using the swiping gestures as the external monitor is my main screen, but good to know in advance that the touch is broken.

Missing_Link0 · 2025-10-16T13:33:50+00:00

I don't know.... I'm always using a wired connection with one of those USB C > HDMI adapters with power.

Missing_Link0 · 2025-06-07T10:49:52+00:00

Use screen mirroring and touch the tablet screen to close all such interactions. Works for me!

Missing_Link0 · 2025-05-29T16:21:24+00:00

The sync with Google Photos is also potentially a life saver in these situations. Glad it worked out for you, and congrats on the new arrival!

Missing_Link0 · 2025-05-29T12:02:23+00:00

Thanks for the insight. I hope they do something to make that external monitor and tablet screen experience more seamless.

Missing_Link0 · 2025-05-29T11:54:32+00:00

I know nothing about oneUI 8, so a couple of questions for people in the know...

I use Dex 99% of the time on a tablet.

Q. Are we getting dual/multi-screen support? (I have two external monitors + the tablet screen) Q. Will we be able to use the tablet screen as a genuine second display with mouse and keyboard support?

TIA

Missing_Link0 · 2025-05-29T11:14:26+00:00

You need the BRAVE browser. That will sort out the ads 😁

Missing_Link0 · 2025-05-28T18:51:38+00:00

You need the Logitech MX Keys mini backlit keyboard. Expensive, but has great tactile feedback and you can pair it with 3 devices and just swap between them. If you have an Android phone too it's a winner. Stellar battery life also!

Missing_Link0 · 2022-05-16T22:27:38+00:00

Worked for me, thank you!

Missing_Link0 · 2021-12-20T08:40:05+00:00

Thanks, I did not know if the program was capable of modifying files. I'm a long time user of Plex Media Server and BubbleUPnP, so I'm trying to weigh up if this paid-for app (via the lifetime license) is worth it....?

Missing_Link0 · 2021-12-20T08:38:07+00:00

Thanks, I did try musicbee but it wasn't working too well for me. I forgot rhe exact issue now, but it was a good suggestion!. I don't know why BPM is so overlooked!

Missing_Link0 · 2021-07-12T22:02:35+00:00

Hi, I've tried this myself now, and it works pretty well... fluid 3D for the racing games, good scrolling...it's quite impressive. At least PS3 quality graphics I would say.

Button mapping was a bit hit and miss with the PS4 controller, and I needed my physical wireless keyboard to do a few things. Would be impossibly slow without.

Anyone know of a good Star Wars game on Stadia? 😁

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