iPad Splitscreen: How to split the screen

Thanks to the split screen, you can easily split the screen on the iPad. Only a few steps are necessary for this, as this practical tip shows you.

iPad split screen under iOS 11 - so it'll work

Under iOS 11, Apple has again vigorously drilled out the split-screen mode. You can use the new mode as follows:

1. First, open the first app on the iPad. Note: This must not be opened from the dock.
2. Open the second app from the Dock and then drag it to the right corner of the screen.
3. Now the split screen is displayed with the two desired apps.
4. Tip: If the app is not yet available in the dock, you can simply drag and drop it there.

Split screen on older iPad - so share the screen

With older iPads with iOS 9 or 10 you have to do something different. Note: We will show you this function using the Safari and Maps apps, since these two apps are already preinstalled.

1. First, open the Safari app while holding the iPad across.
2. Then swipe your finger from the right edge of the screen to the center.
3. On the right side you will now find a list of apps. Tap the map icon.
4. The "Maps" app is now opened in a smaller version. At the edge of the app you will find a so-called "handle". Drag it to the left to activate split screen.
5. Both apps are now displayed side by side.

In the next practical tip, read what innovations iOS 9 brings.