[How to] Force apps into full screen Galaxy S8

The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a stunning display. The phone is narrower and taller than others, due to its 18.5:9 screen ratio. This does make the phone easier to handle, while keeping that Infinity display looking sharp and elegant. The only problem is most apps are not optimized for it.

Warning

Before we show you how this is done, let us remind you this may bring some complications, depending on the app. Not all apps have been optimized for Galaxy S8.With that out of the way, let’s see how to take advantage of that long screen.

How to force apps into full screen

Go to Settings.
Choose Display.
Select Full screen apps.
Toggle on/off to select which desired app gets to go to full screen.
Done!

How to force apps into full screen on-the-go

Open an app.
Hit the Recent Apps navigation button.
When supported, a little icon with a stretching/narrowing screen will show up over the last app. Tap on it.
This will force the app to show up full screen.
Done!
You can also select that icon to revert the app to its original state.
Enjoy!

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