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Samsung Devices - Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) - Set Calling SIM by Contact

2026-10-22 14:57:41.891

Samsung Devices - Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) - Set Calling SIM by Contact

Here's how to designate which calling SIM your dual SIM capable Samsung device uses to communicate with specific contacts.
  • The primary SIM is the default cellular plan used for calls, text messages and data. Follow these steps to make calls and messages to a specific contact send from a number other than the primary SIM.
  • In order to see the eSIM options, the device must be running the current software version.
  1. From a Home screen, swipe up from the center of the display to access all apps.
  2. Tap
    Contacts Contacts icon
    .
  3. Tap the preferred contact.
  4. Tap
    Use [name]
     then select the preferred SIM (e.g., default, SIM 1, eSIM 1, etc.).
    The image below is an example.
    Select desired SIM