You’ve probably noticed that the increase in screen size on mobile devices today allows us to watch movies, read books, and browse the web more comfortably, turning cell phones and tablets into powerful productivity and entertainment tools. Split screen on your Samsung mobile phone is a great way to make the most of the available space and improve your work efficiency. Whether you want to chat while watching a video or take notes while browsing the web, the split screen feature makes it easy to use two apps at the same time. We’ll explain step by step below how to activate and use split screen on samsung deviceas well as some additional features that will help take your multitasking to the next level.
How to Split Screen on Samsung Using Latest Apps
Using two apps at the same time is incredibly useful. Imagine being able to watch a YouTube video while simultaneously chatting with a friend on WhatsApp. This is just one example, but the possibilities are almost endless. Next, we’ll show you the basic way to use split screen on your Samsung using the Recent Apps feature.
Step 1: open section Latest Apps. To access this feature, click the button Multitasking (three vertical lines) at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2: Find the first app you want to use and tap the app icon that appears just above the displayed window.
Step 3: a menu will appear with several options; choose Open in split screen modeAlternatively, simply press and hold the app icon and then release it on the part of the screen (top or bottom) where you want to place it.
Step 4: Now you can select the second app you want to use on the other half of the screen. Just select it from the list of open apps or search for the one you want. You can also adjust the size of each side of the screen by dragging the dividing line to adjust the space each app takes up.
Step 5: To exit split screen mode, you can press the button home button or back buttonThis will close one of the apps and restore the other to full screen mode.
This method is ideal when you know which apps you’ll be using together, and is especially useful for those who need to multitask quickly and efficiently.
How to Split Screen on Samsung Using Edge Panel
You don’t always plan which apps you’ll use together, and the need to use a split screen can arise spontaneously. This is where the Edge Panel becomes very convenient and natural to use. The Edge Panel is a tool that allows you to quickly access your favorite apps from a small menu that can be moved along the edge of the screen.
Step 1: Start by opening the first app you want to use in split screen.
Step 2: From the edge of the screen, swipe towards the center to open the edge panel. If you don’t have it enabled, you can set it up from Settings > Screen > Where are the panels?.
Step 3: In the Edge panel, find the app you want to use in split-screen mode. Press and hold the app icon and drag it to the top or bottom of the screen, depending on your preference.
Step 4: As with the previous method, you can exit the split screen by pressing the button home button or back button.
Edge Panel is not only a quick way to access the split screen, but also a great tool for personalizing and optimizing your Samsung mobile phone experience.
How to Store App Pairs in Edge Panel
If you often use two apps together, you can save time by saving these pairs of apps as shortcuts in the Edge panel. This will allow you to open both apps at once with a single tap. We’ll explain how to do it here.
Step 1: Use any of the above methods to open two apps in split screen.
Step 2: Tap the three-dot menu that appears on the dividing line between the two apps. From the drop-down menu, select an option Add a couple of apps to the Edge panel. Alternatively, select the icon asterisk and “+”then Add a couple of apps to the Edge Apps panel..
Step 3: Now the pair of apps will be saved in the Edge panel and you can quickly access them whenever you want.
This feature is especially useful for those who need to perform repetitive tasks with the same apps, such as taking notes while researching or comparing products across two online stores.
How to use popup window
Split screen mode is great, but it limits you to splitting your screen into two. If you want more flexibility, you can use pop-up. This feature allows you to use an app in a floating window that you can move, resize, and customize to your liking, similar to a window on your computer.
Step 1: open section Latest Apps and find the application you want to use.
Step 2: Tap the app icon and select Open in popup window. Or, tap and hold the app icon and drag it to the center of the screen. Now you can move and customize the window to your liking.
You can also use the pop-up window with Edge Panel. To do this, open Edge Panel, long-press the app you want to use, and drag it to the center of the screen. The app will open in a pop-up window, ready for customization.
With these tools and features, your Samsung becomes a true powerhouse of productivity, allowing you to get the most out of your screen and improve your everyday productivity.
Source: Digital Trends
