How to open a browser on a Samsung phone: all methods for Android

Launching the browser on a smartphone Samsung seems like a simple task - until you encounter a situation where the application icon has disappeared from the screen, the phone is working in mode Safe Mode, or you turned on a new one for the first time device. Even experienced users sometimes get lost when the standard one Samsung Internet is replaced by Google Chrome or vice versa, and the application menu is in chaos after the update. One UI.

This article covers all possible scenarios: from basic startup to restoring access to the browser after crashes. We will analyze not only the obvious methods (through an icon or search), but also hidden functions Android 14/One UI 6that will help even if the browser is deleted or blocked. We will pay special attention to models Galaxy S24, A54 and Z Fold5, where the interface may differ from the budget lines.

1. Standard launch of the browser through the icon

The most obvious way is to click on the browser icon on main screen or application menu. But even here there are nuances:

• 📱 Home screen: The browser icon is usually located in the dock panel (bottom of the screen) or on the first desktop. On new Galaxy S24 Ultra the default is Samsung Internet, and on models for the European market - Google Chrome.
• 🔍 Application menu: Scroll up from the main screen and find the folder Samsung or Google —browsers are often hidden there. On One UI 5.1 and later, folders are automatically grouped by category "Internet".
• 🔄 If there is no icon: The browser may be disabled in the settings. Check in Settings → Applications → [⋮] → Show system.

On Galaxy Z Flip5 and other folding models, the browser icon may be duplicated on external screen (Cover Screen). To open the browser in unfolded form, tap the icon twice - this will open full screen mode.

2. Search for a browser through the quick access panel

If the icon is lost, use the built-in search engine One UI:

1. Swipe down on the main screen to open search panel.
2. Enter a query: "browser", "internet" or "chrome".
3. The system will show all installed browsers, including hidden system browsers (for example, Android System WebViewwhich is not intended for manual launch).

On Galaxy A14 and other budget models, the search bar may not be on the notification panel. In this case:

• 🔍 Click on magnifier in the Dock panel (next to the "Applications" button).
• 📁 Or open the applications menu and use the search at the top of the screen.

3. Launching the browser through a voice assistant

Voice commands save time, especially if you are driving or busy with other things. On Samsung two assistants are available:

Assistant	Team	Features
Bixby	"Open Samsung Internet" or "Launch Chrome"	Works without the Internet, but requires voice settings in Settings → Advanced → Bixby.
Google Assistant	"Okay, Google, open browser"	Must be turned on in Settings → Google → Settings for Google applications → Search, Assistant and Voice.
Short command	Hold the button Power + tell "Open Internet"	Works only if configured Bixby Voice.

On Galaxy S23+ and newer Bixby can be called by double clicking the button Power (configurable in Settings → Advanced → Side button). If voice launch does not work, check:

• 🔇 Microphone permissions for the assistant.
• 🌐 Internet connection (for Google Assistant).
• 🔄 Application updates Bixby in Galaxy Store.

What if Bixby does not understand the command?

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4. notification

The system Android automatically suggests opening links in the default browser. Here's how to use it:

• 📧 From a letter or message: Click on any web link in Gmail, Samsung Messages or WhatsApp. several).
• 🔔 Through a notification: Some applications (for example, YouTube or Twitter) send notifications with links. Tapping on such a notification will open the browser.
• 📋 Clipboard: Copy any URL (for example https://google.com), then pull down the notification bar and click on the pop-up window "Open link".

If nothing happens when you click on a link, check default browser:

1. Go to Settings → Applications.
2. Click on ⋮ → Default applications.
3. Select Browser and indicate the desired application.

5. Restoring the browser if it is deleted or hidden

Sometimes the browser disappears after resetting the settings, updating One UI Here's how to get it back:

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• 📥 Open Galaxy Store (blue package icon).
• 🔍 Enter in search "Samsung Internet" or "Chrome".
• 🔄 Click Update (if the application disabled) or Install (if deleted).

B. Enabling through application settings

If the browser is not deleted, but simply disabled:

1. Go to Settings → Applications.
2. Click on ⋮ → Show system.
3. Find Samsung Internet or Chrome and select Enable.

C. Resetting launcher settings

If the browser icon disappeared after changing themes or installing a new launcher (for example, Nova Launcher):

• 🔄 Press and hold an empty space on the main screen → Home screen settings.
• 🔍 Select Reset settings (this will not delete the data, it will only return the standard view).

✅ Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi (to load the browser).

✅ Check free memory space (minimum 200 MB required).

✅ Disable VPN - it may block access to the Galaxy Store.

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6. Alternative methods: ADB and Safe Mode

If the browser is blocked by a virus or system failure, try these methods (require technical skills):

Running via ADB (for advanced users). users)

Connect your phone to the PC and use the command:

adb shell am start -n com.sec.android.app.sbrowser/.SBrowserMainActivity

For Chrome:

adb shell am start -n com.android.chrome/com.google.android.apps.chrome.Main

B. Entering Safe Mode

If the browser is blocked by third-party software:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Hold the button Power until the logo appears Samsung, then release and immediately press Volume Down.
3. Hold until the message "Safe Mode" appears in the lower left corner.
4. V Safe Mode remove suspicious applications via Settings → Applications.

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB may void the warranty if you are not a developer. Commands only work when enabled USB debugging (Settings → About phone → Build number —press 7 times to unlock).

7. Setting the default browser and troubleshooting errors

After restoring the browser, you may need to configure it. Let's look at typical problems:

Problem	Solution
The browser opens and closes immediately	Clear the cache: Settings → Applications → [Browser] → Memory → Clear cache.
Pages do not load ("No connection" error)	Check Settings → Connections → Mobile network → Network modes (select 4G/LTE).
The browser asks to update, but the update is not installed	Uninstall updates in Settings → Applications → [⋮] → Uninstall updates, then update via Galaxy Store.
Passwords or bookmarks are not saved	Enable synchronization: in the browser, go to ⋮ → Settings → Synchronization and backup.

On Galaxy S24 Ultra and other flagships with One UI 6.1 a function has appeared - if you opened the page on a PC, it will automatically offer to continue reading on your phone via "Continue on". phone" - if you opened the page on a PC, it will automatically offer to continue reading on your phone via Samsung InternetFor this to work, enable:

• 🔗 Settings → Advanced → Collaboration functions → Continue on phone.
• 📱 In the browser on your PC, log in to the same account Samsung or Google.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmwares for Galaxy A-series (for example, A23) the function "Continue on the phone" works only with Samsung Internet, but not with Chrome. This is a manufacturer's limitation.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about the browser on Samsung

Is it possible to completely remove Samsung Internet?

No, this is a system application It can only be done. disable (Settings → Applications → Samsung Internet → Disable). Complete removal is only possible with rights root, but this will void the warranty.

Why did the browser become slow after updating One UI work?

Updates sometimes reset settings. Try:

1. Clear browser cache.
2. Disable Save traffic in the browser settings.
3. Enable Hardware acceleration (in Chrome: chrome://flags → #ignore-gpu-blocklist).

How to make links open in Chrome and not in Samsung Internet?

Go to Settings → Applications → Default applications → Browser and select Chrome. If the option is inactive, update to the latest version in Settings → Applications → Default applications → Browser Chrome to the latest version in Play Market.

The browser opens ads on its own - what to do? data-i="273">This is a sign of an adware infection. Actions:

This is a sign of adware infection. Actions:

1. Uninstall recently installed applications.
2. Check your phone via Malwarebytes.
3. Reset your browser settings: Browser settings → Reset settings.

If the problem persists, perform reset to factory settings (Settings → General management → Reset).

Can I use the browser without a Google or Samsung account?

Yes, both browsers (Chrome and Samsung Internet) work without being linked to an account. However, without an account Google you will not be able to:

• Synchronize bookmarks and passwords between devices.
• Use some extensions in Chrome.

Samsung Internet offers its own synchronization through the account Samsung, but this is not necessary.

If none of the methods help, check your phone for hardware faults - for example, memory corruption may cause the browser to malfunction. In this case, contact the service center. Samsung with an error code (if it appears at startup).

For models Galaxy S22 and older, the function "Diagnostics" in the application Samsung Members is also available - it automatically checks the system for errors and offers solutions.