How to Use a Second Screen on Your Samsung Galaxy Tablet

Discover how to extend or mirror your Samsung Galaxy Tablet's display to a TV, monitor, or PC using Wireless Display or DeX. Compatible with Galaxy Tab S8, S7, and newer models.

To use a second screen on your Samsung Galaxy Tablet, ensure your device supports screen sharing features like Wireless Display or Samsung DeX. Follow the steps below to connect your tablet to a compatible TV, monitor, or PC.

1. How to Connect Your Samsung Galaxy Tablet to a Second Screen

1. Open the Quick Settings panel by swiping down from the top of your screen.
2. Tap on "Wireless Display" or "Screen Mirroring."
3. Select the device you want to connect to from the list of available devices.
4. Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the connection process.

2. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

The second screen feature is available on the following devices:

- Galaxy Tab S8, S8+, S8 Ultra, S7, S7+, S7 FE, and newer models running One UI 3.1 or later.

- Select PCs with Wireless Display running Windows 10 version 2004 or higher.

3. Why the Second Screen Feature May Not Work

- Ensure your tablet and the target device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

- Verify that both devices support Wireless Display or screen mirroring.

- Restart your tablet and the target device if the connection fails.

4. Additional Things to Check

If you encounter issues, try the following:

1. Update your tablet's software to the latest version.
2. Check for updates to the Wireless Display app on your PC.
3. Ensure your tablet's battery is sufficiently charged.

Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to enable Samsung DeX on your Galaxy Tablet.

- How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity issues on Samsung devices.

- How to update your Galaxy Tablet's software.