If you spend a lot of time messaging, searching the web, or writing emails on your OnePlus 13s, the default keyboard can start to feel a little boring. The good news is that you can customise the Samsung Keyboard’s appearance and make it better suited to your preferences.
Depending on your One UI version, you can change the keyboard’s appearance through Samsung Keyboard settings and, where supported, use Samsung’s customization options to adjust colours, contrast and other visual elements.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to find the keyboard settings, change its appearance, and troubleshoot the most common problems if the theme options aren’t showing up.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Open Samsung Keyboard Settings
- Change the Keyboard Theme
- Use Samsung Keyboard Customization Options
- Make the Keyboard Easier to See
- What to Do If Theme Options Are Missing
- You May Also Like
- Conclusion
Open Samsung Keyboard Settings
The quickest way to access Samsung Keyboard settings is to open an app where you can type something.
- Open Messages, Samsung Internet, Notes, or another app with a text field.
- Tap inside the text box so the Samsung Keyboard appears.
- Tap the Settings icon on the keyboard toolbar.
If you don’t see the Settings icon, tap the three-dot menu on the keyboard toolbar and look for Settings.
You can also reach the keyboard settings through the phone’s main Settings app. The exact wording can vary slightly depending on your One UI version.
Once you’re inside Samsung Keyboard settings, you’ll find options for changing the keyboard’s appearance, layout, typing behaviour and other features.
Change the Keyboard Theme on OnePlus 13s
Samsung’s keyboard customization options can vary depending on the software version installed on your phone.
If your version provides a dedicated theme or appearance option:
- Open Samsung Keyboard settings.
- Look for Theme, Style, Appearance, or a similar customization option.
- Select the available keyboard design you want to use.
- Preview the keyboard if the option is available.
- Apply or save the changes.
The keyboard should update immediately.
If you don’t see a dedicated Theme option, don’t worry. Samsung has changed the way some keyboard customization features are organised across different One UI releases.
Customize the Keyboard Appearance
You can also use Samsung’s accessibility and customization features to make the keyboard easier to see.
For example, you may be able to adjust options such as:
- High-contrast keyboard
- Key visibility
- Keyboard size
- Brightness and display settings
- Font and display size
- Colour and contrast options
To explore these settings, open:
Settings → Accessibility
Then check the available Visibility enhancements and related options.
These controls can be particularly useful if you find the default keyboard difficult to read.
Use Good Lock for More Customization
If you’re looking for deeper Samsung customization, Good Lock may provide additional options depending on your device, region and One UI version.
Samsung’s Good Lock modules can change various parts of the Galaxy interface, although the exact keyboard customization options available can change with software updates.
So if an older tutorial tells you to use a particular Good Lock module and you can’t find it, don’t assume something is wrong with your phone. Samsung regularly changes module availability and compatibility.
What If the Keyboard Theme Option Is Missing?
This is one of the most common problems people run into when following older Galaxy tutorials.
If you can’t find a Themes option, try these steps:
1. Make Sure You’re Using Samsung Keyboard
Go to:
Settings → General management → Keyboard list and default
Check which keyboard is selected as your default.
If you’re using another keyboard app, Samsung Keyboard’s customization options won’t appear.
2. Update Your Phone
Open:
Settings → Software update → Download and install
Install any available update and check the keyboard settings again.
3. Update Samsung Keyboard Components
Open the Galaxy Store and check for updates related to Samsung Keyboard and other Samsung system applications.
4. Check Your One UI Version
Older guides may show menu options that no longer exist in newer One UI releases.
This is why the exact location of keyboard theme controls can differ between phones.
5. Restart the Phone
It sounds basic, but a quick restart can fix temporary problems with system apps and keyboard settings.
You May Also Like
- How to Customize the Lock Screen on OnePlus 13s
- How to Change the Always On Display on OnePlus 13s
- How to Fix Samsung Keyboard Not Working on OnePlus 13s
- How to Change the Font on OnePlus 13s
- How to Fix Keyboard Lag on OnePlus 13s
Conclusion
Changing the keyboard’s appearance on your OnePlus 13s can be a simple way to make everyday typing feel more personal.
The exact options depend on your Samsung Keyboard version and One UI release, so don’t be concerned if your Settings menu doesn’t look exactly like an older tutorial.
Start by opening Samsung Keyboard settings from any app where you can type. From there, explore the available appearance, customization and accessibility options, and choose the setup that works best for you.
And if a particular Keyboard Theme option isn’t available, keeping your phone and Samsung apps updated is a good first step.
Pro tip: Avoid following very old tutorials blindly. Samsung has moved and renamed several customization controls between One UI versions, so the menu shown on another device may not exactly match what’s on your OnePlus 13s.
