Using Android Split Screen and Multi-Window Mode

With the increasing screen size of Android devices, the split screen and multi-window modes offer a convenient way to multitask and increase productivity. In this tutorial, we will explore how to use the split screen and multi-window modes on Android devices.

Prerequisites

• An Android device running Android 7.0 Nougat or above.

Enabling Split Screen and Multi-Window Mode

To enable the split screen and multi-window mode on your Android device, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Scroll down and select Display.
3. Look for the Multi-window option and tap on it.
4. Toggle the switch to enable the multi-window mode.

Note: The names and locations of these settings might vary slightly depending on the Android version and device manufacturer.

Using Split Screen Mode

Once you have enabled the multi-window mode, you can use the split screen feature to run two apps simultaneously. Here's how you can use split screen mode:

1. Open the first app you want to use in split screen mode.
2. Tap the Overview button (usually represented by a square or three vertical lines) on your device's navigation bar to see a list of your recently used apps.
3. Locate the second app you want to use in split screen mode and tap and hold its title bar.
4. Drag the app to the upper or lower part of the screen until you see a gray overlay indicating that the split screen mode is enabled.
5. Release the app to dock it in split screen mode.

Now, you can interact with both apps simultaneously. You can adjust the size of each app's window by sliding the divider between them.

To exit split screen mode, follow these steps:

1. Drag the divider all the way up or down to one side of the screen.
2. Tap the app you want to close.

Using Multi-Window Mode

When using the multi-window mode, you can have more than two apps open on the screen simultaneously. Here's how to use it:

1. Enable the split screen mode using the steps mentioned above.
2. Open another app you want to use in multi-window mode.
3. Tap and hold its title bar, just like in split screen mode.
4. Drag the app to the side of the screen until you see a blue overlay indicating the multi-window mode is enabled.
5. Release the app to dock it in multi-window mode.

You can continue adding more apps to the screen by dragging and docking them as well. To adjust the size and position of the windows, simply drag their edges.

To exit multi-window mode, follow these steps:

1. Drag the divider all the way to one side of the screen to remove an app from the multi-window mode.
2. Tap the app you want to close.

Tips and Tricks

Here are some additional tips and tricks for using split screen and multi-window mode effectively:

• You can switch the main app in split screen mode by tapping its title bar. The secondary app will then become the main app.
• To quickly swap the positions of the two apps in split screen mode, drag the divider to the other side of the screen.
• Some apps might not support split screen or multi-window mode. In such cases, you won't be able to use them simultaneously.
• If you want to temporarily hide the second app in split screen mode without closing it, drag the divider all the way to the edge of the screen until it disappears.
• On some Android devices, you can also long-press the Overview button to quickly toggle between your current app and the last app you were using.

Conclusion

Using the split screen and multi-window modes on your Android device can significantly improve your multitasking capabilities. By following the steps and tips outlined in this tutorial, you can take full advantage of these features. So go ahead and start multitasking like a pro!