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Samsung One UI 4 LockStar, QuickStar App (Good Lock): Customize your Lock and Home screen
Samsung Good Lock is one of the best parts of One UI, offering many customization options commonly found in custom ROMs. Good Lock’s modules often break whenever a new version of One UI is released, but the team of developers made it possible to work with One UI 4 before releasing them to the public.
Now, the 2022 version of Good Lock has already available to Galaxy smartphone users, bringing new options on par with the release of some of the best phones this year.
However, in this article, we’ll explain to you how Samsung provides effortless yet powerful customization features with LockStar and QuickStar in Good Lock 2022.
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Samsung One UI 4.1 LockStar App (Good Lock)
Samsung One UI 4.1-based LockStart (Good Lock) module that allows you to configure the lock screen to your liking. You can move any lock screen element anywhere, change the lock screen background and choose how the notifications should look. There are four tabs: Status, Wallpaper, Clock, and Items. Lockstar needs access to your contacts and phone storage for this to work.
The Location tab allows you to move around the lock screen elements. It includes the clock and the lock screen, notification ribbon, and any other Face Widgets you have installed on the help text. There is a restricted area at the top of the screen for the status bar and you have the freedom to move the objects anywhere you want, regardless of the specific area.
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Edit Lock Screen Layout
Adjust and arrange your Lock screen items and make one that is truly unique.
Wallpaper: Choose your favorite wallpaper from the list or Gallery.
Position: Modify the positions of Clock, Notifications, and more.
Clock: Select the style and size of a clock from the list that well suits your composition!
Items: Add or remove clock, notification, shortcuts, and more. You can also display up to 6 shortcut apps with Shortcuts|Multiple settings.
Samsung One UI 4.1 QuickStar App (Good Lock)
Tired of the white and blue layout of the notification shade? QuickStar allows you to change the look of the panel with eight preset colors to choose from. You can choose a custom color scheme, which gives you more flexibility in changing the visual appearance of the notification panel.
There is also an option to choose which status bar icons should appear, so if you do not like 4G or VoLTE icons, you can disable them here. A Nifty setting is the ability to move the clock to the left of the status bar. If you want to change the look of the notification panel, there is a lot to like on QuickStar.
Decorate Quick panel with your favorite color theme. Modify the indicator settings neatly by removing unnecessary indicator icons.
Change Panel Settings
You can adjust to the most vibrant colors from modern, sophisticated to unique style.
Quick Panel Coloring: Choose one from default colorings or create your own theme that perfectly matches your taste from Panel Settings.
Visibility of Indicator Icons: Make your status bar neat by keeping your most useful indicator icons only.
With Good Lock, experience a change that is nothing complicated but definitely powerful. Make your Galaxy the one that knows you best.
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April 2024 is going on and Samsung has announced the release of a new version of the Theme Park Good Lock module soon. The new update for this Good Lock module will enhance the user experience with efficiency and customization.
The upcoming update for the Theme Park app can be identified via version 1.1.00.08 and will change to a new functional method instead of an APK installation. According to the information, the new version will allow for the faster creation and application of themes, simplifying the process significantly.
In addition, users will be able to modify and manage their existing themes. The update will also ensure that the design of any icon pack in use is consistently applied to all newly installed applications.
The new Theme Park app works with various Good Lock plugins including QuickStar and Keys Cafe. To ensure optimal performance and compatibility, users are advised to install the latest versions of these plugins.
Moreover, the company has also shared some temporary limitations due to the changes in the way themes are applied. These limitations are:
- The ability to apply custom images in theme decoration, along with specific styles such as ‘Keycap style’ for keyboards and ‘Home screen’ folder shapes, will be restricted.
- Options such as ‘App-specific theme settings’ and ‘Change color palette’ will be unavailable for the time being.
Samsung is regularly evaluating and updating these features and will provide updates on support for each app in the future. The company aims to minimize any inconvenience and hopes that users will enjoy the improved speed and functionality. The new update will be compatible with One UI 6.1 and One UI 6.0 devices.
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One UI 6.1’s Home Up app update unveils new capabilities: Finder access, Icon size setting, background blur, and more
Samsung has rolled out a significant update to its Home Up Good Lock module with version 15.0.01.19 for One UI 6.1 devices. The update introduces new features for devices including the Galaxy S24 series and focuses on enhancing the home screen and folder management.
For the home screen, the update adds the long-awaited ‘Access Finder’ feature that makes it easier for users to find and open apps quickly. Also, the new ‘App Icon Setting’ allows for the customization of app icons, enabling users to adjust their size and appearance to suit their choices. These home screen features are also available on the Galaxy S24 series
In terms of folder customization, users can now change the background color of their folders, allowing for a more personalized look. They can also adjust the background blur of folders, which can help the home screen appear cleaner and more organized. The update also includes an option to rearrange folder icons, helping users keep their apps in order.
For the Galaxy S24 series, certain functions are not supported by the update but will be made available through the ‘One UI Home’ app update. You can get the update through the Galaxy Store or from the Good Lock app.
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Some Galaxy users have reported a recurring issue with the Samsung LockStar app, where notifications regarding the app’s status and editing options are unexpectedly displayed. This issue continues even when the camera is activated from the lock screen, which leads to an interruption in the user experience.
Samsung is already aware of the issue and a community moderator has confirmed that pop-ups initiated by activating the Lockstar shortcut are not behaving as expected.
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The company has apologized for the inconvenience caused by this error and assured users that a resolution is coming with future app updates.
Aside from this, the Good Lock team is also working to solve the AOD issue. Recently, users encountered an issue with the LockStar app, where the Always On Display (AOD) preview does not match the actual display after the setting. This difference is particularly noticeable with the size of the notification icon.
Samsung LockStar offers a vast customization for lock screens on Galaxy devices. The upcoming updates are expected to enhance the user experience by eliminating disruptive notifications and improving the Always On Display feature.
Users are advised to keep their app updated to the latest version to benefit from the improvements and continue enjoying a seamless experience.