SMALL STEPS. USEFUL SKILLS.
Use two apps side by side
Keep two compatible apps visible on the tablet at the same time.
Use the pictures where shown. Follow the short instructions between them.
STEP 1 OF 7
Open Settings
Tap the grey Settings app on your Home Screen.
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STEP 1
Open Settings
Tap the grey Settings app on your Home Screen.
STEP 2
Tap Multitasking & Gestures
In the list on the left, tap Multitasking & Gestures.
STEP 3
Select Windowed Apps
Tap Windowed Apps.
This example shows Windowed Apps selected. Settings is already open to Multitasking & Gestures.
STEP 4
Open the first app
Open the first app so that it fills the screen.
STEP 5
Bring up the Dock
Swipe up a short distance from the bottom edge until the Dock appears. Keep the first app open.
STEP 6
Place the second app
Touch and hold another app in the Dock, then drag it to the left or right edge of the screen and release it beside the first app.
STEP 7
Adjust the space
Drag the bar between the two apps to give either one more room.
If your software shows different multitasking controls, use the Apple instructions for your iPadOS version.
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.