S Pen compatibility is one of the most exciting features of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6especially for business owners looking to improve their productivity. When you pair your Galaxy AI*-powered by Z Fold6 with the option S Pen Foldable Edition or Bluetooth compatible S Pen Proyou can unleash new potentials and work with precision on the smooth and expansive 7.6-inch interior screen.
In the age of hybrid work, being productive on the go is more important than ever. And with the extra screen real estate offered by the Galaxy Z Fold6’s unique form factor, combined with the precision of the S Pen, you won’t miss a beat in your daily tasks, even if your day takes you to multiple different locations. It’s the perfect complement to the device innovation, portable productivity, and peace of mind you get with the Galaxy Z Fold6.
If you already use an S Pen as a vital part of your workday, you’ll love what it can accomplish on the Galaxy Z Fold6. If you’ve never used an S Pen before, get ready to rewrite your definition of efficiency.
1. Take notes instantly and let Galaxy AI optimize them
The need to write something down can arise at any time, not just during a meeting, but also while you’re on the go, relaxing, or having a quiet chat. With the S Pen, you don’t even need to unlock your Galaxy Z Fold6 to start taking notes. Just press the side button on the pen and start writing. Then, when you’re done, tap Save and everything will be safely stored in Samsung Notes. You can also launch Samsung Notes at any time from the Air Command menu (see tip #4 below). And with Goodnotes coming to Galaxy, you have more app choices than ever before.
The GalaxyZ Fold6 also features Note Assist with Galaxy AI. After you use your S Pen to jot down information, Note Assist can automatically summarize, organize, and highlight key points for you.
2. Convert handwriting to text
Use the S Pen to handwrite an email or message and convert it to text. Microsoft has optimized Outlook for the Galaxy Z Fold6’s foldable form factor in FlexMode, so you can use the S Pen to reply to emails by hand. To switch to handwriting mode, simply tap the three dots on your on-screen keyboard, then tap “handwriting.” Now, anything you write in the gray box can be converted to text.
Composing a short email and converting it to text is quick and convenient, providing a refreshing and intuitive alternative to typing on a smartphone keyboard. In industries like healthcare and public safety, taking handwritten notes has long been a part of the job, but converting those notes to text saves a lot of time that was once spent typing on a computer. In Outlook or Samsung Notes, the Galaxy Z Fold6’s AI transcription capabilities digitize your message quickly and accurately, even when you’re writing in cursive.
3. Annotate a PDF — or circle to search with Google
If you work in a field like wealth management, you probably handle a wide variety of business documents that need to be reviewed and revised from time to time. The S Pen is perfect for simplifying this task, as you can use it to annotate documents on the Galaxy Z Fold6 in tablet mode.
To annotate PDFs, open Samsung Notes and tap the “Import PDF” icon at the top of the screen. Then select the PDF and start annotating. You can even add a voice recording to further explain your comments. Once you’re done annotating, you can save, share, and send it in just a few taps.
The S Pen also works great in Microsoft Office. If you’re creating a presentation or proposal on your own, use the S Pen to drag and drop images or blocks of text in one motion, without having to copy and paste. You can also take advantage of the “Draw” feature in PowerPoint and Word to sketch your ideas into the presentation or document.
If you see something in a PDF that you can’t quite define or understand, Galaxy Z Fold6 also includes Circle for searching with Google. This means you can use your S Pen to draw around a word, image, or object on the screen and get the answers you need right away.
4. Use Air Command
Air Command is a hub for one-click S Pen shortcuts. With your Galaxy Z Fold6 in tablet mode, tap the floating pen icon on the right side of your screen to access the Air Command toolbar. From Air Command, you can create a new note, write on the screen, translate text, magnify on-screen content, draw on a live video, and more.
Smart Select is one of the most powerful tools in Air Command. It lets you grab content on your screen by drawing a rectangle or freeform shape around it. You can then add annotations, extract text, and move the content to another application, then quickly share it with your colleagues. Smart Select saves you time if you frequently create sales proposals and presentations.
5. Translate
Doing business globally just got a little easier with the S Pen. With the Translate tool in the Air Command menu, you can instantly translate words, emails, documents, and news articles between dozens of languages. Just open the text you want to translate, then launch Translate from the Air Command menu. Select the source and target languages, then simply hover over the text.
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You can switch between single-word and full-sentence translation by tapping the “T” in the Translation toolbar. Tap the speaker icon when you hover over it to hear the word or phrase spoken.
This pairs perfectly with the Galaxy Z Fold6’s Live Translate with Galaxy AI feature, which offers real-time translation in 16 languages (with more to come).
6. Take notes during a video conference
When you fold the Galaxy Z Fold6 and place it on your desk, you can have a hands-free video conference. But what if you want to take notes at the same time? With Windows Multi-Active Support, you can simultaneously run the Samsung Notes app on the lower half of your screen.
Simply swipe the tab to the right of your screen to open the Side Panel or access the new taskbar at the bottom of the screen when working in an app. Then, search for Samsung Notes (if you don’t see it, tap the menu at the bottom of the Side Panel or on the side of the taskbar and select “All apps” to add it), then drag and drop a Notes window to the bottom half of your screen.
Having a mobile video conferencing suite in your pocket is a great convenience for a business owner on the go. Rather than carrying a notepad and ink pen, your Galaxy Z Fold6 and S Pen are ready to let you connect, listen intently, and take notes.
Of course, unless you’re a lightning-fast note-taker, you might miss every key idea during a video conference. That risk disappears when you use Transcript Assist with Galaxy AI, which can instantly transcribe and summarize your meetings for you. Then, just use your S Pen to highlight the points that stand out.
7. Use Sketch to Image and show your creative side
Architects, graphic designers, brand marketers, and other creative professionals can use the Galaxy Z Fold6, which now features a 44% reduced crease, as a canvas and the S Pen as a drawing tool. Digitally recording your creations makes them more secure than a paper notepad or sketchbook, and easier to revisit if needed. Even if you’re not in a creative field, the S Pen can spark inspiration and ideas through visual brainstorming.
Samsung Notes offers a wide range of drawing modes, including Fountain Pen, Calligraphy Pen, Pencil, and Calligraphy Brush. You can adjust line thickness and color (including Hex and RGB color codes) while adding real finesse with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity.
You can take your drawings to the next level with Sketch to Image, which transforms them into beautiful images worthy of marketing collateral or a sales pitch for a client.
Which S Pen to choose for the Galaxy Z Fold6?
Previous-generation S Pens aren’t compatible with the Galaxy Z Fold6. Samsung introduced two new S Pen options designed to protect the flexible inner screen, with a softer tip and built-in springs that reduce impact on the screen while you write.
The S Pen Fold Edition is more compact and works only with the Galaxy Z Fold6. It supports all of the above features and is ideal for precise writing and drawing. The S Pen Fold Edition pairs perfectly with the Galaxy Z Fold6 Stand Case, which can be used as a stand to prop up your phone while giving presentations or watching videos.
The S Pen Pro works on most Galaxy devices that support the S Pen. It’s larger than the regular S Pen, at just over 6.8 inches, which gives you a comfortable grip. The S Pen Pro also has Bluetooth connectivity, so you can use it as a remote control for your device and take advantage of Air Actions, like swiping your pen to advance slides in PowerPoint. It charges via USB-C, and a 50-minute quick charge can give you up to 16 days of battery life (depending on usage).
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