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How to Split Screen on iPad?

The Split Screen feature, also called Split View, is a powerful multitasking tool available on most modern iPads. It allows you to work on two apps side-by-side, making it ideal for productivity tasks such as writing notes while referencing a document or browsing while responding to emails. This guide will walk you through the steps to enable and use Split Screen, along with details about its compatibility across different iPad models.

What is Split Screen on iPad?

Split Screen lets you display two apps simultaneously, with adjustable screen space for each. It’s part of the multitasking suite in iPadOS, which also includes Slide Over and Picture-in-Picture. The feature enhances efficiency and is particularly useful for students, professionals, and creatives.

How to Use Split Screen on iPad

Here’s a step-by-step guide to activating and using Split Screen:

Step 1: Enable Multitasking

To use Split Screen, ensure multitasking features are activated:

  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Go to Home Screen & Multitasking.
  3. Tap on Multitasking and toggle on Allow Multiple Apps.

Step 2: Open the First App

Launch the first app you want to use in Split Screen. For example, open Safari if you want to browse while working.

Step 3: Access the Dock

  1. Swipe up slightly from the bottom of the screen to reveal the Dock.
  2. Locate the second app you wish to use in Split Screen.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Second App

  1. Tap and hold the second app’s icon in the Dock.
  2. Drag it to the left or right edge of the screen:
    • Split View: Drop the app on one side to create a side-by-side view.
    • Slide Over: Drop the app in the middle to create a floating window.

Step 5: Adjust the Layout

  • Use the divider bar between the two apps to adjust their sizes.
  • Drag the divider to one edge to close Split Screen and return to a single app view.

How to Remove Split Screen on iPad

If you no longer need to use two apps simultaneously, removing Split Screen is simple:

  1. Drag the Divider:

    • Place your finger on the divider bar between the two apps.
    • Drag the bar to the left or right edge of the screen. This will close one of the apps and return the remaining app to full-screen mode.
  2. Close an App:

    • Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the App Switcher.
    • Swipe up on the app you want to close.
  3. Return to Single App View:

    • If you have an app in Slide Over, swipe it off the screen to remove it.

These steps will help you quickly exit Split Screen and return to using one app at a time.

iPad Models That Support Split Screen

Split Screen is available on iPads running iPadOS 13 or later. Here’s a complete list of compatible devices:

iPad Pro

  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation to 6th generation)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation to 4th generation)
  • iPad Pro 10.5-inch
  • iPad Pro 9.7-inch

iPad Air

  • iPad Air (3rd generation and later)

iPad

  • iPad (5th generation and later)

iPad Mini

  • iPad Mini (5th generation and later)
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Tips for Efficient Multitasking

  1. Switch Apps Quickly: Drag a new app from the Dock to replace an app in Split Screen.
  2. Slide Over: Use this mode for quick access to an app without splitting the screen entirely.
  3. Full-Screen Mode: Exit Split Screen by dragging the divider bar all the way to one side.

Conclusion

Split Screen on the iPad is a versatile tool that brings desktop-like multitasking to your device. From the compact iPad Mini to the powerful iPad Pro, this feature is available across a wide range of models, making multitasking seamless for every user. Whether you want to work with two apps side by side or quickly remove Split Screen for a single app view, the iPad makes it effortless.

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