How to Use the Sign Language Guide Feature on Samsung Smart TV

Discover how to enable and customize the Sign Language Guide feature on your Samsung Smart TV, including avatar size, speed, position, and mode settings.

The Sign Language Guide feature on Samsung Smart TVs provides an avatar interpreter that translates menu options into American Sign Language, enhancing accessibility for users. Available on select 2022 models, this feature allows customization of the avatar's size, speed, position, and appearance to suit your preferences.

What Is the Sign Language Guide Feature?

The Sign Language Guide feature on Samsung Smart TVs uses an on-screen avatar to interpret menu options in American Sign Language. Designed to improve accessibility, this feature is particularly helpful for users who rely on sign language for communication. Once activated, the avatar appears during navigation, providing real-time interpretation of menu items and settings.

Note: This feature is available on select 2022 Samsung Smart TV models and may vary by region. Always check your device's software version for compatibility.

How to Enable and Customize the Sign Language Guide

1. From the Home Screen, navigate to Menu > Settings > All Settings.
2. Select General & Privacy > Accessibility > Sign Language Guide.
3. Enable the feature by toggling on the Sign Language Guide option. The avatar will appear on-screen when the feature is active.

Customizing the Sign Language Avatar

Once the Sign Language Guide is enabled, you can adjust various settings to personalize the avatar's behavior:

- Change the size of your avatar: Access the Sign Language Size menu and select from Small, Standard, or Large options.

- Adjust the speed of your avatar: Navigate to the Sign Language Speed menu and choose between Slow, Normal, or Fast.

- Modify the position of your avatar: Use the Sign Language Position menu to place the avatar in the Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Left, or Bottom Right corner of the screen.

- Select the mode (type) of your avatar: Visit the Sign Language Mode menu to choose from six different avatar styles.

Additional Things to Check

- Ensure your Samsung Smart TV is running the latest software version, as updates may include improvements or fixes for accessibility features.

- Note that device menus and screenshots may vary depending on the model and software version. Refer to your user manual for specific guidance.

Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to update your Samsung Smart TV software

- Accessibility features on Samsung Smart TVs

- Troubleshooting Samsung Smart TV display issues