How to Add Favorites on Galaxy Note 9

Updated 5 November 2026 · Standard formula, shown below

This guide shows you how to add contacts, websites, and apps to your favorites on the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. You’ll learn the quickest ways to access what you use most, whether it’s a frequently called contact, a bookmarked webpage, or an app you open daily. No special setup is neededâ€”just your phone and a few taps.

What You’ll Need

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 with Android 9 or later (steps are similar on earlier versions)
Your phone unlocked and on the home screen
For contacts: a contact already saved in your phone’s address book
For websites: an internet connection and a web browser (Samsung Internet or Chrome)

Step-by-Step

Add a Contact to Favorites

Open the Phone app (the green icon with a phone handset).
Tap the Contacts tab at the bottom (or top, depending on your layout).
Find the contact you want to favorite. You can scroll or use the search bar at the top.
Tap the contact’s name to open their details page.
Look for a star icon (â˜†) near the top right of the screen. Tap it. The star will turn gold (â˜…), and the contact is now in your Favorites list.
To view your favorites, go back to the Contacts tab and tap Favorites at the top. You’ll see all your starred contacts there.

Add a Website to Favorites (Bookmark)

Open your web browser (e.g., Samsung Internet or Chrome).
Go to the webpage you want to bookmark.
Tap the Menu button (three vertical dots or lines, usually at the top right).
Select Add to bookmarks (or the star icon in the address bar).
You can edit the name and choose a folder, then tap Save.
To access your bookmarks, tap the bookmarks icon (often a star or a book) in the browser’s menu or toolbar.

Add an App to Favorites (Home Screen)

From the home screen, swipe up to open the Apps tray.
Find the app you want to add to your favorites (e.g., a frequently used app).
Press and hold the app icon until the screen vibrates and a menu appears.
Drag the icon to a spot on your home screen. Release your finger to place it.
To make it a true “favorite” in the sense of quick access, you can also add it to the Edge panel: open the Edge panel (swipe the small handle on the right edge), tap the + icon, then select the app from the list. This puts it in your Edge panel for one-tap access.

Common Mistakes

Starring the wrong contact: Make sure you tap the star on the contact’s details page, not the star next to a call log entry (which only marks that call).
Bookmarking the wrong page: Double-check the URL before saving. If you’re on a subpage (like a product page), you’ll bookmark that specific page, not the homepage.
Dragging apps to the wrong screen: When dragging an app to your home screen, make sure you drop it on a free spot. If you drop it on another app, it might create a folder.
Not syncing favorites: If you sign in with a Samsung account, your contacts and bookmarks may sync across devices. If you don’t, they stay only on your phone.

Tips

Use the Edge panel for ultimate speed: Add your most-used apps and contacts to the Edge panel for one-swipe access from any screen.
Organize bookmarks with folders: In your browser, create folders (e.g., “Work”, “Recipes”) to keep your favorites tidy.
Remove favorites easily: To unfavorite a contact, tap the gold star again. To remove a bookmark, open the bookmarks list and tap the star or trash icon.
Use Bixby Routines (if available): You can set up a routine that opens your favorite app at a certain time or location, but that’s beyond basic favorites.

Troubleshooting

Star icon not visible: If you don’t see a star on a contact’s page, try scrolling down. On some themes, the star is at the top, but on others it’s under the name. If it’s still missing, go to the Contacts list, long-press the contact, and select “Add to favorites” from the pop-up menu.
Bookmark not saving: If tapping “Save” does nothing, check your internet connection. Some browsers require a connection to verify the page. Also, make sure you have enough storage space (unlikely, but possible).
App icon won’t drag: If the app icon doesn’t respond to a long press, try restarting your phone. Also, ensure you’re not in “Easy mode” which limits home screen customization.
Favorites not showing in Contacts: If you’ve starred a contact but it doesn’t appear under Favorites, try closing the Contacts app and reopening it. If it still doesn’t show, check that the contact is saved to your phone (not just a SIM card) and that you’re looking at the correct account (e.g., Samsung vs. Google).
Edge panel not working: If the Edge panel handle isn’t visible, go to Settings > Display > Edge screen > Edge panels and toggle it on. Then, to add items, open the panel, tap the settings gear, and choose “Edit”.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add a favorite contact to the home screen?

Yes. Open the Contacts app, tap the contact, then tap the three-dot menu and select “Add to Home screen”. This creates a shortcut that opens the contact’s details.

How do I remove a favorite from the Edge panel?

Open the Edge panel, tap the edit (pencil) icon, then tap the minus sign on the app you want to remove. Confirm by tapping “Done”.

Does adding a favorite use more battery?

No. Favorites are just shortcuts or bookmarks; they don’t run in the background and have no impact on battery life.

Can I sync my favorites with my Samsung account?

Yes. Go to Settings > Accounts and backup > Accounts > Samsung account, then enable sync for Contacts and Internet (Samsung Internet bookmarks). This will sync your favorites to other Samsung devices.

Why did my bookmarks disappear?

This can happen if you clear your browser’s cache or data. To avoid this, make sure you’re signed in to your browser (e.g., Chrome) and have sync enabled. For Samsung Internet, sign in with your Samsung account.

Can I add a favorite for a specific part of a webpage?

No, bookmarks save the entire URL. If you need to jump to a specific section, you’ll have to scroll manually after opening the bookmark.

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