How to use Multi Control on a 2024 Samsung Smart Monitor or TV

Last Update date : Aug 30. 2024
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The Multi Control feature lets you utilize a mouse and keyboard to control your various Samsung devices. For example, you can copy and paste across multiple devices, such as your Samsung Smart Monitor, Samsung Smart TV, Galaxy phone, Galaxy Tab, and Galaxy Book PC, as well as drag and drop content. You can connect your device from your Smart Monitor or Galaxy Book and use Multi Control as well.

Notes:

  • Some features may not be available when using certain device models and apps.
  • The Internet app supports Multi Control on Smart TVs and Smart Monitors. However, the feature may not be supported with web pages because of certain limitations and restrictions.
  • Copy and paste, and drag and drop with text is supported.
  • Feature availability may vary by country.
Array of Samsung devices including laptops, a tablet, and monitors displaying vibrant, colorful graphics.

Before using the Multi Control feature, verify that your devices meet the following requirements:

  • Compatible Samsung Smart Monitor models include M80D, M70D, M50D, Smart Gaming Monitor G85SD, G80SD, and G70D.
  • Compatible Samsung Smart TV models include DU7000 or higher models released after 2024.
  • Compatible Galaxy phones and tablets must be running One UI 5.1 or later.
  • Compatible Galaxy Book PCs must have Samsung Settings version 1.5 (Intel) or Samsung Settings version 3.3 (ARM), and must be 2021 or later models.

Additionally:

  • Devices must have the same Samsung Account added and must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • The Multi Control setting for all devices must be turned on.
  • Devices must have Bluetooth enabled.
  • A keyboard and mouse must be connected to at least one device.

To use Multi Control on your Samsung Smart TV, Smart Monitor, or Galaxy Book, you must first enable the Multi Control feature for the Samsung devices you want to connect to. You can use the following steps to set up Multi Control on your Samsung devices.

2024 Samsung Smart TV or Smart Monitor

1 Navigate to and select Settings, and then select All Settings.
Close-up view of a Samsung Smart TV interface highlighting the 'All Settings' menu with various control options visible.
2 Select Connection, and then select Multi Control.
Samsung Smart TV screen showing the Connection menu with the 'Multi Control' option highlighted but turned off.
3 Select Multi Control again to turn it on. The switch next to Multi Control will be blue when the feature is enabled.
Display of a Samsung Smart TV with the Multi Control menu active, showing options to control nearby Galaxy devices using the TV's mouse and keyboard.
4 Select OK.

Galaxy phones and tablets

1 Navigate to and open Settings, and then tap Connected devices.
2 Tap the switch next to Multi control to turn it on.
Phone screen displaying the 'Connected devices' settings menu with the 'Multi control' option toggled on.
3 The switch next to Multi Control will be blue when the feature is enabled.

You can now connect your Samsung Smart TV, Smart Monitor, Galaxy phone, and Galaxy tablet from your Galaxy Book. Open Samsung Settings on your Galaxy Book, then select Connected Devices, and then select the devices you want to connect to. If you want to start connecting from your Smart Monitor, please see the next section for instructions.

Note: The images displayed on the screen may vary depending on the software version, model, and country.

Workstation setup with a monitor, laptop, and phone showing various applications, illustrating a multi-device environment.

You can connect your phone, tablet, or Smart TV to a Smart Monitor and use Multi Control with a single keyboard and mouse.

1 Navigate to and select Settings, and then select Multi Control to turn on.
Samsung Smart TV screen displaying the settings menu with the 'Multi Control' option highlighted and turned on.
2 Press the down button on your remote control, and then select Multi Control Setup.
Samsung monitor displaying a scenic background with the 'Multi Control Setup' menu option highlighted on the screen.
3 Select an available device to connect to, and then select OK. When your device is connected to your Smart Monitor, it will be labeled as “Connected.” If your device is not detected, make sure it adheres to the requirements in the first section of this article.
Samsung monitor screen showing the Multi Control interface with a device named 'Anthony’s S24' connected, illustrating device management capabilities.
4 To change the device layout, drag the device from the monitor’s screen with a mouse.
Samsung monitor displaying the Multi Control menu showcasing the interface for managing connected devices.
5 You can now control nearby Samsung TVs, Galaxy phones, and Galaxy tablets with the monitor’s mouse and keyboard.

Notes:

  • You can connect up to 2 Multi Control devices on your Smart Monitor.
  • To connect your Galaxy Book, navigate to Samsung Settings on your Galaxy Book, then select Connected Devices, and then connect your Smart Monitor. If you have a device connected in your Smart Monitor's Multi Control settings, disconnect it and try connecting it from your Galaxy Book.

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