how to change source on samsung smart tv

To change the source on a Samsung Smart TV, you usually either press the Source/Input button on the remote and pick the HDMI/TV/AV you want, or open the Home menu and select your device under Connected Devices.

Using the remote (most models)

• On many Samsung remotes there is a Source or Input button; press it to bring up the list of HDMI, TV, AV, etc., then use the arrow keys and OK/Enter to select the one you want.

• On newer Smart Remotes without a dedicated Source key, press Home , go to Menu → Connected Devices , and choose the device (e.g., HDMI 1, game console, cable box).

Using the TV’s physical button

• Under the Samsung logo (usually bottom center or underside of the frame) there is a small control button; press once to bring up the on‑screen menu.

• Tap or move the button repeatedly until Source is highlighted, then long‑press the button to select it, and repeat to cycle through available inputs until the one you want is selected.

Quick tips and troubleshooting

• Make sure the external device (console, streaming box, etc.) is powered on; many TVs only show active sources or auto‑switch to an active HDMI when detected.

• If a source does not appear, try another HDMI port, reseat the cable, or power‑cycle the TV and device; on some models you can also rename or hide sources in the Connected Devices menu to keep the list tidy.

If your model looks different

• The exact wording of menus can differ slightly by year and region (e.g., “Source,” “Input,” “Connected Devices”), but the steps are the same: open the menu, go to sources/inputs, and select the active port.

• If none of these match your screen or remote, check your specific model’s user manual on Samsung’s support site and search for “change source” or “input.”

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Learn how to change source on Samsung Smart TV using the Source button, Home menu, or TV control button, plus tips for missing HDMI inputs and newer Smart Remote layouts.