With the launch of the Galaxy Note in 2011, Samsung pioneered the big-screen trend in the smartphone world. Over time, the company has introduced new features to take advantage of every growing smartphone screen. In addition, Samsung has implemented add-ons such as one-handed mode and Multi-window to let you navigate the OS like a multi-tasker.
The Korean company now has the Fold and Flip line in its portfolio. So it’s more important than ever to master one-handed mode and Multi-window tricks to view more apps at once on the foldable display. However, these tricks are also available for regular Galaxy smartphones.
Google has taken some clues from One UI to improve multitasking on Android but the overall implementation is still superior on Samsung phones. Here’s how to use Multi Window on all Samsung Galaxy phones running One UI.
What is multi-window on Samsung Galaxy phones
As the name suggests, Multi Windows allows you to open multiple application windows on the home screen. You can minimize those app windows, bring them into other apps, and with a single tap they’re ready to serve you.
It’s a useful add-on, especially on screens with higher aspect ratios. Even so, Samsung has not stopped here. You can create a pair of apps in the Edge Panel using app pairs and launch two apps in split view with a single tap.
Those using Galaxy Note devices with an S-pen will find it more useful thanks to the S-pen’s precision and huge screen for navigating around app windows.
How to enable Multi window for apps
Samsung has integrated the Multi Window function in the multitasking menu. Unlike One-handed mode, there are no unwieldy gestures to turn Multi Window on or off on your Galaxy phone. Here’s how to use it.
Step 1: Open the application that you want to use as Multi window.
Step 2: Swipe up and hold from the bottom to bring up the multitasking menu.
Step 3: Hold the app in focus from the multitasking menu and tap the app icon.
Step 4: Click Open in the pop-up view and it will create an application window for the selected application.
You can continue to use the application as before and view other content on the screen as well.
Multi-window option
The Multi Window feature is not just limited to creating floating application windows. You can minimize them, play with transparency, use it in full screen mode, and even resize the application window to your liking. Follow our short guide below to perform these actions.
How to minimize multi-window on Samsung Galaxy phones
When you create an application window using the Multi Window function, you will see a small indicator at the top. Tap on it and select the two arrows icon as shown in the screenshot. It will minimize the application and place it in the upper right corner. You can long press it and place the app icon anywhere on the screen.
To maximize the app, tap the app icon and expand the view.
How to change the transparency of multiple windows
In true Samsung style, the Multi Window add-on is packed with features. For example, you can play with the transparency of the application when it is used in Multi window mode.
Create an application window and tap the little indicator at the top. Select the second transparency icon and use the slider to keep the transparency where you want it. By default, it is set to the highest level. However, you can reduce the tone to create a translucent effect.
How to expand multi-window in a full-screen application
At any time, you can exit Multi Window view and expand the application in full screen mode. Here’s how to do it.
When the app is in multi-window, tap the indicator at the top and select the expand icon to view the app in full screen.
Use the steps from the first method and you can switch apps again in multiple windows.
How to close pop-ups
When an app is open in Multi window, you can minimize it using the trick mentioned above. From there, you can simply drag and drop the app icon at the bottom and close it.
Can I use multiple apps in Multi Window View
Yes you can. You can add as many apps in Multi Window view as you want. After you minimize them, they will be stacked under a single app icon on the desktop. You can tap on it and expand the list.
While most apps support the Multi Window feature, this add-on is missing from social media apps like Instagram and Snapchat. You won’t see Open in pop-up view option when you tap the app icon in the multitasking menu.
Multitask like a pro on your Samsung phone
Other OEMs have tried implementing Samsung Multi Window on their Android skins. But so far, Samsung’s One UI is still the best of them all. Just don’t stack too many apps when using the Multi Window function; otherwise you will have less RAM to play with other apps.
As expected, Multi Window function works best with Samsung flagship phones with more RAM and power. On the other hand, expect a bit sluggish performance with mid-range and low-end Galaxy phones.
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