Samsung Frame: Auto Launch Apps

To configure a Samsung Frame TV to auto-start an app, you can follow these steps:

1.⁠ ⁠Ensure the TV is Updated:

• Make sure your Samsung Frame TV is running the latest firmware. Go to Settings > Support > Software Update and update the TV if necessary.

2.⁠ ⁠Enable Developer Mode (if necessary):

• On some Samsung TVs, you might need to enable Developer Mode to set up certain custom configurations.

• Go to Apps on your TV.

• Press the number keys on the remote in the following sequence: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

• A Developer Mode window will appear. Enable it and restart your TV.

3.⁠ ⁠Install the Desired App:

• If you haven't installed the app you want to auto-start, do so by going to Apps and searching for it. Download and install the app.

4.⁠ ⁠Configure the Auto-Start Setting:

• Unfortunately, Samsung TVs don't have a direct "auto-start" setting like some other smart devices. However, you can set the TV to return to the last used app upon turning it on. This will effectively auto-start the app if you turn off the TV while the app is active.

• To do this, go to Settings > General > Start Setup and select Home Mode instead of Retail Mode (if applicable).

• Then, go to Settings > General > Smart Features and enable Autorun Last App and Autorun Smart Hub. This will make the TV start with the last used app when turned on.

5.⁠ ⁠Use SmartThings or Third-Party Apps:

• Alternatively, you can use the SmartThings app on your smartphone to schedule actions on your TV, including launching apps at specific times.

• Download the SmartThings app, connect it to your Samsung TV, and explore the automation features to set up your TV as desired.

If your TV doesn't offer an auto-start option for apps, using the "Autorun Last App" feature is the best alternative for getting the desired app to open automatically.