CoverScreen Recents

Transform Your Galaxy Z Flip Cover Screen Experience

CoverScreen Recents brings Samsung’s native Task Manager directly to your Galaxy Z Flip cover display, allowing you to switch between recent apps instantly - without unfolding your device. It is built exclusively for users who want faster multitasking, enhanced productivity, and seamless one-handed operation.

Compatible Devices

Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE

What This App Enables

• Launch Samsung’s built-in Recent Apps / Task Manager on the cover screen


• Switch between apps while the phone remains folded


• Access apps, messages, music controls, and notifications instantly


• Designed for quick, one-handed use

Control Methods

Gesture Control:

• Swipe up and hold on the cover screen to open recent apps


• Smooth and intuitive navigation

Button Control:

• Press and hold any navigation icon to launch recent apps


• Provides precise, consistent access across supported models

Key Features

• Native Samsung Task Manager integration


• Optimized for Galaxy Z Flip cover screen performance


• Instant multitasking without unfolding the phone


• Improved accessibility and faster app switching

Accessibility Service permission requirement

CoverScreen Recents uses Accessibility Service permission only to detect gestures or navigation button presses on the cover screen and to retrieve the recent apps list in order to launch Samsung’s Task Manager interface.

• All actions run entirely on your device


• No personal information is read or stored


• No data is transmitted or shared

Free to Try, Premium to Unlock

The app is free to download and try. Upgrade through subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase to unlock full features, ensure compatibility with future Z Flip models, and support ongoing development.

Ideal For Users Who

• Want fast access to recent apps on the cover screen


• Prefer using their device one-handed


• Use their Galaxy Z Flip for frequent multitasking


• Value productivity and a responsive user experience

How to Get Started

1. Install CoverScreen Recents on your Galaxy Z Flip device


2. Open the app and follow the setup instructions


3. Enable Accessibility Service (Settings → Accessibility → CoverScreen Recents)


4. Close your device to activate the cover screen


5. Use swipe-up-and-hold or press-and-hold navigation buttons to view recent apps

CoverScreen Recents is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Samsung Electronics.

I'd love to hear from you!
Got feedback, a feature request, or found a bug? Reach out anytime at dev+csr@ijp.app. I'm an indie developer and I read every message personally. I'll do my best to make CoverScreen Recents even better for you.