How to Turn Off Bixby on Samsung Tablet (Step-by-Step Guide)

 If you’ve ever been interrupted by Samsung’s Bixby assistant while using your Galaxy tablet, you’re not alone. Although Bixby can be useful for voice commands and automation, many Samsung tablet users prefer to turn it off completely to prevent accidental triggers and streamline performance.

Whether you use a Galaxy Tab S9, Tab S8, Tab A9, or any other model running One UI, this guide will show you exactly how to disable Bixby on your Samsung tablet step by step.

Let’s get started and reclaim your peace and productivity! 🧠📱

🔍 What Is Bixby on Samsung Tablets?

Bixby is Samsung’s built-in AI assistant designed to help with tasks like:

• Sending messages or making calls with voice commands.

• Setting alarms, reminders, and calendar events.

• Controlling smart home devices via SmartThings.

• Searching apps or settings using natural language.

While handy for some, many users find Bixby unnecessary — especially if they prefer using Google Assistant or just want a simpler experience. Luckily, Samsung makes it easy to turn off Bixby features, including Bixby Voice, Bixby Home, and Bixby Routines.

⚙️ How to Turn Off Bixby on Samsung Tablet

There are several parts to Bixby, so to fully disable it, you’ll need to turn off a few options in the settings.

Let’s go through them one by one 👇

🗣️ Step 1: Turn Off Bixby Voice (Voice Activation)

If your tablet keeps activating Bixby when you say “Hi Bixby” or press the power button for too long, follow these steps:

1. Open the Bixby app on your Samsung tablet.

2. Tap the Menu icon (☰) in the top-left corner.

3. Select Settings.

4. Find Voice wake-up and toggle it off.

5. (Optional) Disable Use while locked to prevent Bixby from listening when your screen is off.

Now, Bixby will no longer respond to your voice.

🧩 Step 2: Disable Bixby Home / Samsung Daily / Samsung Free

On Samsung tablets running One UI 5 or One UI 6, Bixby’s home screen panel is known as Samsung Free (previously Bixby Home or Samsung Daily). It appears when you swipe right from your main home screen.

Here’s how to turn it off:

1. Go to your Home screen.

2. Tap and hold an empty space until the Home screen settings appear.

3. Swipe to the leftmost panel (you’ll see “Samsung Free” or “Bixby Home”).

4. Toggle it off.

That’s it — no more unwanted panels when you swipe!

🔘 Step 3: Turn Off Bixby Key or Side Button (If Available)

Some Samsung tablets allow Bixby to launch when you press and hold the power button. If your tablet runs One UI 3.1 or later, you can change this setting easily:

1. Open Settings → Advanced features.

2. Tap Side key.

3. Under Press and hold, choose Power off menu instead of Wake Bixby.

4. (Optional) Under Double press, choose Quick launch camera or Open app instead of launching Bixby.

Now, pressing the power button won’t open Bixby — it’ll show the standard power menu instead.

🔕 Step 4: Disable Bixby Routines (Optional)

Bixby Routines is an automation tool that changes tablet settings based on your habits (for example, turning on Do Not Disturb at bedtime). If you don’t use it, you can disable it easily:

1. Go to Settings → Advanced features.

2. Find Bixby Routines (sometimes listed as Modes and Routines).

3. Toggle it off.

This helps reduce background activity and system automation you may not need.

📴 Step 5: Disable Bixby on Lock Screen

Bixby can also appear on the lock screen, especially if you accidentally trigger it while holding the tablet. To disable that:

1. Open Settings → Lock screen.

2. Tap Widgets.

3. Find Bixby Routines or any Bixby-related options and toggle them off.

Now, your tablet’s lock screen will stay quiet and Bixby-free.

💬 Alternative: Use Google Assistant Instead

Most users prefer Google Assistant because it integrates better with Android apps, Chrome, and smart devices.
Here’s how to set it up on your Samsung tablet:

1. Launch the Google app.

2. Tap your profile icon → Settings → Google Assistant.

3. Under Assistant devices, choose Tablet.

4. Enable Hey Google voice activation.

Now you can say “Hey Google” instead of “Hi Bixby” to perform the same (and often better) tasks.

🧠 Bonus Tip: Hide or Uninstall Bixby Updates

Although you can’t uninstall Bixby completely, you can remove updates to minimize its footprint:

1. Go to Settings → Apps.

2. Find Bixby Voice, Bixby Vision, and Bixby Service.

3. Tap each one and choose Uninstall updates or Disable (if available).

This will revert Bixby to its factory version or fully disable it from launching.

⚡ Does Turning Off Bixby Improve Performance?

Yes — disabling Bixby can make your Samsung tablet run smoother and slightly extend battery life, especially if you disable voice detection and background routines.

You’ll also notice fewer accidental wake-ups and less clutter in your daily workflow.

🧾 Quick Summary: How to Turn Off Bixby on Samsung Tablet

Once you complete these steps, Bixby will no longer appear, speak, or interfere with your Samsung tablet experience.

❓ FAQ: Common Questions About Disabling Bixby on Samsung Tablets

1. Can I completely uninstall Bixby?
Not entirely — it’s a system-level Samsung feature. But by disabling all triggers and updates, you can make it effectively inactive.

2. Does turning off Bixby affect system functions?
No. Power options, notifications, and system updates work normally after disabling Bixby.

3. Will I still get Bixby updates?
If you disabled it through Settings and Play Store, updates won’t affect your tablet’s performance.

4. What’s the difference between Bixby and Samsung Free?
Bixby is a voice assistant; Samsung Free is a news and content panel powered by Bixby. Both can be disabled separately.

🏁 Final Thoughts

Turning off Bixby on your Samsung tablet gives you a cleaner, faster, and more customizable Android experience. Whether you prefer using Google Assistant or no voice assistant at all, disabling Bixby ensures your device runs exactly how you want it to.

After following this guide, your tablet will:
✅ Stop listening for “Hi Bixby.”
✅ Stop opening the Bixby screen accidentally.
✅ Stop showing the Samsung Free page.

You now have full control over your tablet — no interruptions, no voice pop-ups, and no unwanted assistants. Enjoy your Bixby-free Samsung tablet experience! 🚀