In this tutorial, we will learn how to do split screen on Android. Split screen is a convenient feature that allows you to view and use two apps simultaneously on your Android device. Whether you want to multitask or compare information from different apps, split screen can greatly enhance your productivity.
Step 1: Check Compatibility
Before we proceed, it’s important to check if your Android device supports the split screen feature. Not all devices have this capability, especially older models. To check if your device is compatible, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Open the Settings app on your Android device.
- Step 2: Scroll down and tap on Display.
- Step 3: Look for the option called “Multi-window” or “Split screen.”
If you find the option mentioned above, it means your device supports split screen and you can proceed with the tutorial. If not, unfortunately, your device does not have this feature.
Step 2: Enable Developer Options (Optional)
Sometimes the split screen feature is hidden in the developer options of certain Android devices. If you couldn’t find the split screen option in step 1, you can try enabling developer options by following these steps:
- Step 1: Open the Settings app on your Android device.
- Step 2: Scroll down and tap on About phone.
- Step 3: Look for the “Build number” option and tap on it repeatedly (usually 7 times) until a message appears, stating that you have enabled developer options.
- Step 4: Go back to the main settings screen and you should now see a new option called “Developer options.”
If you found the developer options, proceed to step 3. If not, unfortunately, your device may not have this feature.
Step 3: Activate Split Screen
Now that we have confirmed compatibility and enabled developer options (if necessary), let’s learn how to activate split screen:
- Step 1: Open the first app that you want to use in split screen mode.
- Step 2: Tap on the recent apps button (usually located at the bottom right or left of your device screen). This will open the list of recently used apps.
- Step 3: Look for the app you want to use in split screen mode and long-press its icon until a menu appears.
- Step 4: From the menu, select the option that says “Split screen” or “Open in split screen view.”
The first app will now occupy one half of your device screen. The other half will display a list of recent apps. To choose the second app for split screen:
- Step 1: Swipe through the list of recent apps and tap on the second app you want to use in split screen mode.
The second app will now appear in split screen mode alongside the first app. You can adjust the size of each app’s window by dragging the divider between them.
Step 4: Exit Split Screen
To exit split screen mode and return to a single app view:
- Option 1: Drag the divider all the way to the top or bottom of your device screen.
- Option 2: Tap on the recent apps button and swipe away one of the apps from the recent apps list. The remaining app will automatically switch to full-screen mode.
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to do split screen on your Android device.
This feature can be a game-changer when it comes to multitasking and productivity. Explore different combinations of apps and enjoy using them side by side!
We hope you found this tutorial helpful. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask in the comments section below.