The Split View feature on the iPad Pro allows you to view two apps side-by-side, essentially splitting your screen in half between the two apps. This is useful for multitasking, allowing you to have two apps open and visible at the same time.
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When to Use Split View
Here are some examples of when using Split View can be beneficial:
- Taking notes while viewing another app
- Referencing content while composing an email
- Viewing two documents side-by-side
- Watching a video while browsing the web
- Comparing two photos or documents
Using Split View is great for multitasking and being able to view and interact with two apps simultaneously.
How to Activate Split View
Activating Split View to view two apps side-by-side is easy:
- Open an app on your iPad Pro
- Swipe up slightly from the bottom to bring up the dock
- Touch and hold an app icon from your dock
- Drag the app icon to the side of the screen until you see the Split View activate
- Release your finger and the second app will snap into place
The screen will now be split, with one app on either side.
Adjusting Split View
Once you have two apps in Split View mode, you can adjust the space each app takes up:
- Drag the black divider line in the center to give one app more or less space
- An app can be set from 25% to 75% of the width of the screen
Choosing Your Second App
When activating Split View, your second app does not need to be an app in your dock. You have multiple options for choosing the second app:
- An app icon from your dock
- Swipe up first to access the home screen, then open any app
- Swipe left/right on your dock to access more apps
- Open the app switcher to choose a recently used app
This flexibility makes it easy to get any two apps into Split View.
Closing Split View
Closing Split View is just as easy as activating it:
- Tap the gray bar separating the two apps
- The app that was on the right will close
- The remaining app will now take up the full screen
Tips for Using Split View
Here are some tips to take full advantage of the Split View feature:
- Use Split View in landscape orientation for more room
- Try different app combinations for optimal multitasking
- Use Slide Over for a third floating app window
- Close unused Split View apps to save system resources
- Adjust the divider for the ideal app sizes
Common Uses for Split View
Here are some of the most common uses for Split View on the iPad Pro:
- Email – Read an email on one side while composing a draft on the other
- Notes – View reference material while taking notes
- Documents – View and edit two documents simultaneously
- Multimedia – Watch video content while browsing the web
- Photos – View and edit two photos at the same time
- Communication – Video chat while referencing notes
The possibilities are endless! Split View opens up a whole new world of multitasking potential on the iPad Pro.
Troubleshooting Split View
If you are having issues getting Split View to work properly, here is some troubleshooting advice:
Can’t activate Split View:
- Make sure both apps support Split View
- Check if the iPad screen rotation lock is on
- Close any apps using Slide Over
- Restart your iPad
Second app not showing:
- First open the second app, then activate Split View
- The second app must support Split View
Apps crashing:
- Close unused Split View apps
- Restart your iPad
- Check for app updates
Split View divider missing:
- Open the app switcher to stop Split View
- Relaunch both apps to restart Split View
Conclusion
The Split View feature for iPad Pro allows you to multitask like never before. With the ability to view two apps side-by-side, you can accomplish more in less time. Use Split View for email, documents, note taking, multimedia, photos, communication, and more. Master the tips covered here to fully take advantage of Split View on your iPad Pro!
