Samsung Notification Panel Back to Old Version (One UI 7)

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Introduction

The “Together” Setting Explained

Did your Samsung phone update—and now the notification shade feels “wrong”?

Many users notice this right after a One UI update (especially One UI 7): Notifications and Quick Settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Flashlight, etc.) may feel separated or require a different swipe to access. If you prefer the classic, old-style combined notification panel, there’s a simple setting that can bring it back.

This tutorial is based on the video walkthrough and will help you switch your panel layout in under a minute.

What’s different now

What Changed on Samsung’s Notification Panel?

Depending on your model and One UI version, Samsung may show:

A separated layout: Notifications and Quick Settings behave like two different panels.
A combined layout (classic/old style): One swipe reveals notifications and Quick Settings together in one flow.

The good news: many devices include a toggle that lets you choose the style you prefer.

Step-by-Step Guide

30-Second Fix: Switch to “Together” (Classic / Old Style)

Follow these steps exactly:

1️⃣ Step 1: Open the Quick Panel

Swipe down from the top right area of your screen to open Quick Settings / Quick Panel.
If your phone is currently “split style,” the right-side swipe often brings up Quick Settings directly.

2️⃣ Step 2: Tap the Pencil Icon (Edit)

Look for the pencil icon (Edit) in the Quick Panel and tap it.

3️⃣ Step 3: Go to Panel Settings

Inside the edit screen, find and tap Panel settings.

4️⃣ Step 4: Select “Together”

Choose Together to merge the panel experience back into the more classic feel.

✅ That’s it. Your notification shade behavior should now feel much closer to the old version.

What changes after

What You Should See After Enabling “Together”

Once you switch to Together, you’ll typically notice:

✅ A more unified notification + Quick Settings experience

✅ Less “hunting” for the right swipe area

✅ Faster access when using one hand

It won’t necessarily look identical to older Android/Samsung designs (since One UI styling evolves), but the interaction pattern becomes much closer to the classic flow.

Troubleshooting

If You Can’t Find “Together” or Panel Settings

Expand the Quick Panel fully

1️⃣ Swipe down once, then swipe down again to fully expand Quick Settings.
2️⃣ The pencil/edit icon is more likely to show when expanded.

Look for a 3-dot menu

🔹On some models, Panel settings may appear under a three-dot (⋮) menu inside Quick Settings, especially if the layout differs.

Confirm your One UI version

🔹Menu labels and availability vary by version, region, and device model.
🔹Go to: Settings → About phone → Software information and check your One UI version.

Restart after changing the setting

🔹If the layout doesn’t change immediately, restart your phone once. (This is rare, but it can help UI changes apply cleanly.)

Conclusion

Final Thoughts & Next Steps

If One UI 7 made your Samsung notification panel feel unfamiliar—especially with notifications and Quick Settings split—you don’t need any extra apps or complicated tweaks. In most cases, switching the panel layout back is as simple as:

Quick Panel → Pencil (Edit) → Panel settings → Together

Once enabled, your swipe-down experience should feel much closer to the old-style, combined notification panel you’re used to. If you couldn’t find the option, revisit the troubleshooting tips (expand Quick Settings, check the menu layout, confirm your One UI version), and try again.

If this helped, consider sharing the tutorial with a friend who’s confused after updating—this is one of those small settings that makes a big difference in daily use.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Samsung Notification Panel “Old Version” Questions

Can I switch back anytime?

✅ Yes. If your phone offers Together / Separate, you can change it anytime in Panel settings.

Will this damage my phone or affect updates?

❌ No. This is a UI preference setting—safe to change.

Why is my Samsung notification panel different from my friend’s phone?

Samsung UI options vary by:
🔹One UI version
🔹Phone model (flagship vs mid-range)
🔹Region/carrier software
🔹Feature rollouts and settings availability

If I don’t have “Together,” what can I do?

If your device/version doesn’t show it, your best options are:
🔹Ensure you’re editing the Quick Panel (not only notifications)
🔹Update to the latest available firmware for your model
🔹Use the default layout and adjust swipe habits (right-side vs left-side swipe behavior)

Will enabling “Together” affect my battery life or performance?

❌ No. Switching to Together only changes the layout and swipe behavior of the notification panel (UI preference). It doesn’t add background processes, and it won’t meaningfully impact battery life, speed, or overall performance.

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If this guide helped you restore the old-style Samsung notification panel in One UI 7, share it with someone who’s confused after updating—so they can switch to Together in seconds too.