How to Use Two Apps at the Same Time on Android: A Quick Guide

September 15, 2024 Matt Mills How to 0

You did you know that you can use two different application at the same time on your Android device? No matter if you’re using several Chrome tabs, typing replies while watching a video, or checking your schedule without switching between apps, this feature is quite simple and very helpful. If you ever wanted to run two apps at the same time on your phone, split-screen view is a life-saver.

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How to use split screen on an Android powered device.

Follow these steps to open two apps at the same time on most Android phones:Follow these steps to open two apps at the same time on most Android phones:

  1. First of all, open the first app which you are going to use.
  2. Now go back to the home screen or the apps screen.
  3. Do not close the first app while you open the second one.
  4. To get to the multitasking screen you need to press the recent apps button which is in the shape of three lines or a square at the bottom of your screen.
  5. To split the screen, press the app or tap the app button and then select “Split Screen” from the list.
  6. The first app will be on the top of your screen and you will tap the second app which will open at the lower half of the screen.
  7. Start multitasking! It is also very simple to engage with both applications and move between them when necessary.

For Google Pixel users, the process is slightly different:

  1. Click on the settings tab, then system followed by gestures.
  2. Allow the Swipe up from the home button.
  3. To open the first app swipe up, to open the second one swipe up and hold.
  4. It is very simple, just tap on the app icon and then choose Split Screen.
  5. Your second app is selected and both will open on the same screen.

What Makes Multitasking on Android so Effective?

As you now know how to switch on split screen, you can now use it in different ways for practical purposes or mere leisure. It is a perfect tool to improve your productivity and efficiency as well as to perform two tasks at the same time.

You can get a feel of using two applications at the same time with ease and without the need of any other application!