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SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.

Use two apps side by side

Keep two compatible apps visible on the tablet at the same time.

Acer tablet · AndroidAbout 3 minutes4 steps · 4 with pictures
Follow along on your device

Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.

STEP 1 OF 4

Open the first app

Open the app you want on one side of the screen.

FOLLOW ALONG ON YOUR SCREEN01
Example First app screen with App open highlighted.
Your screen may look slightly different
Take your time. There’s no rush.
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STEP 1

Open the first app

Open the app you want on one side of the screen.

Example First app screen with App open highlighted.
Step 1

STEP 2

Open Recent apps

Open Recent apps without closing the first app.

Example Tablet navigation screen with Recent apps highlighted.
Step 2

STEP 3

Place the second app

Choose or drag a second app, then use Split screen.

Example Open apps screen with Split screen highlighted.
Step 3

STEP 4

Adjust the view

Drag the divider to give either app more room.

Not every app supports split screen. If the option is missing, try another app.

Example Two apps screen with Divider highlighted.
Step 4

IF SOMETHING LOOKS DIFFERENT

A little help along the way.

Your menus may look different after an update. Look for the same control name and take your time.

I cannot find that option+

Check that this guide covers your device and software. If the names do not match, use the manufacturer’s instructions linked below for your model.

I need to go back a step+

Use Previous step or select a step number above. This changes the guide only; it does not undo anything on your device.

Are these pictures of my device?+

They are example screens showing exactly where to tap. Your names, apps, wallpaper and layout may look a little different, but the options you need are the same. Some pictures show what you should see after a step.

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