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What If Split Screen Isn’t Working?

If you’re having trouble using split screen, try these troubleshooting tips:

• Check app compatibility: Some apps (like Instagram or certain games) don’t support split screen.
  
• Restart your device to refresh the system.
  
• Update your Android OS to the latest version.
  
• Clear cache of the apps you’re trying to use.
  
• Enable developer options if you want to force all apps to support split screen.
  

Bonus Tip: Force Split Screen for All Apps

If you’re an advanced user, you can force incompatible apps to work in split-screen mode:

1. Go to Settings > About Phone and tap Build Number 7 times to unlock Developer Options.
   
2. Go back to Settings > System > Developer Options.
   
3. Scroll down and enable “Force activities to be resizable.”
   
4. Restart your device.
   
5. Now try using split screen — some previously incompatible apps may work.
   

Note: This may not work with all apps and could cause bugs in rare cases.

Split Screen on Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus & Other Brands

Most brands use the default Android method, but some offer custom options:

✅ Samsung (One UI):

• Tap Recents > App Icon > Open in Split Screen View.
  

✅ Xiaomi (MIUI):

• Tap Recents > App Icon > Split Screen or use the “Split screen” button at the top.
  

✅ OnePlus (Oxygen OS):

• Tap Recents > App Icon > Split Screen or enable gestures in Settings.
  

Best Apps to Use in Split Screen

Here are some common apps that work well in split-screen mode:

Can You Use Split Screen in Android Tablets?

Yes! In fact, split screen is even better on Android tablets due to their larger screen size. You can also try “multi-window” or “free-form window” mode on some tablets and foldables for advanced multitasking.