Using Split Screen and Multi-Window Mode on Android

Android devices offer a convenient split-screen and multi-window mode that allows you to use multiple apps simultaneously. This feature is particularly useful for multitasking and increasing productivity on your Android device. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to use split screen and multi-window mode on Android.

Prerequisites

• Android device running on Android 7.0 Nougat or higher (some devices may have different implementations of split screen, so steps may vary slightly)

Enabling Split Screen and Multi-Window Mode

1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
2. Scroll down and tap on Display or Display & Brightness.
3. Look for the option called "Multi-window" or "Split screen" and tap on it.
4. Toggle the switch to enable the split screen or multi-window mode. The option may have different names depending on the device and Android version, so look for a similar setting.

Using Split Screen Mode

Once you have enabled split screen mode on your Android device, follow these steps to use it:

1. Open the first app you want to use in split screen mode.
2. Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access the recent apps overview or tap the Recent Apps button (square or rectangular icon) on the navigation bar - the location may vary depending on your device.
3. Locate the second app you want to use and tap and hold on its app card.
4. Drag the app card to the top or bottom of the screen until you see a highlighted area.
5. Release your finger to place the second app in split screen mode.
6. Adjust the divider between the two apps by dragging it left or right to your desired position.

You can now use two apps simultaneously in split screen mode. To switch the position of the split screen apps, long-press the divider and drag it to the other side.

To exit split screen mode, follow these steps:

1. Long-press the Recent Apps button (square or rectangular icon) on the navigation bar.
2. The app card for the app currently in split screen mode will enlarge. Tap on it to exit split screen mode.

Using Multi-Window Mode

Some Android devices offer multi-window mode, which allows you to have more than two apps open simultaneously. Here's how to use multi-window mode on compatible devices:

1. Open the first app you want to use in multi-window mode.
2. Activate split screen mode following the steps mentioned above.
3. Once you have two apps in split screen, swipe up from the recent apps overview or tap the Recent Apps button to access it.
4. Locate and tap on another app you want to add to the multi-window mode.
5. The newly selected app will replace the app currently in split screen mode.
6. To add more apps to the multi-window mode, repeat steps 3-5.

To adjust the size and position of the multi-windowed apps, tap and hold on the divider between the apps and drag it to your preferred position.

To exit multi-window mode, follow these steps:

1. Long-press the Recent Apps button (square or rectangular icon) on the navigation bar.
2. The app card for the app currently in multi-window mode will enlarge. Tap on it to exit multi-window mode.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have learned how to use split screen and multi-window mode on your Android device. This feature is a great way to multitask and boost your productivity by using multiple apps simultaneously. Experiment with split screen and multi-window mode to find the best workflow for your needs. Enjoy multitasking on Android!