How to multitask on your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8

Last Update date : Nov 05. 2026
A pink Galaxy Z Flip phone angled open displaying several pop up windows on its screen.

Your Galaxy Z Flip8 gives you several ways to use more than one app at a time. You can open two supported apps in Split screen view, keep an app available in a floating Pop-up view, customize how Multi Window works or use Samsung DeX for a more desktop-like experience on a compatible display. This guide introduces each option so you can choose the setup that best fits what you are doing.

Note: The information provided applies to Samsung Galaxy devices sold in Canada. Screens and settings may vary depending on the device model and software version.

Split screen lets you open two supported apps on the screen at the same time, making it easier to multitask on your Galaxy Z Flip8. For example, you can watch a video while replying to messages, browse the web while taking notes or compare information between two apps without constantly switching back and forth.

1 Tap the Recent apps button or use the corresponding gesture to open the Recent apps screen.
2 Tap the app icon above the first app you want to use, then tap Open in split screen view.
A Galaxy phone screen showing a menu with the Open in split screen view option highlighted.
3 Select another supported app to open in the second window.
4 Drag the divider between the two apps to adjust how much space each app uses.
A Galaxy phone displaying two apps in Split screen view, with a blue indicator showing how to drag the divider between them.

Note: While using Split screen, tap the divider between the two apps to access additional options, such as switching the app positions or saving the current app combination as an App Pair for quicker access later.

Pop-up view lets you open a supported app in a floating window that stays on top of other apps. It's a convenient way to quickly check information, reply to a message or use a calculator without leaving the app you're currently using. You can move the window around the screen or resize it to fit your needs.

1 Tap the Recent apps button or use the corresponding gesture to open the Recent apps screen.
2 Tap the app icon above the app you want to use, then tap Open in pop-up view.
A Galaxy phone screen showing a menu with the Open in pop-up view option highlighted.
3 The app opens in a floating window above your current screen.
A Galaxy phone screen displaying the Settings app floating as a pop up window over the home screen.
4 Drag the pop-up window handle to move the floating window. You can also tap the handle to access additional options.
A Galaxy phone displaying the Settings app in pop-up view, with a blue indicator showing how to move the floating window.

Your Galaxy Z Flip8 includes several settings that make Split screen and Pop-up view easier to use. You can enable gestures to quickly open apps in different window modes and adjust how Multi Window behaves to match the way you like to multitask.

1 Open the Settings menu. Then scroll through the available options and tap Advanced features.
2 Tap Multi window.
3 Turn on the Multi Window options you want to use, such as:
A Galaxy phone screen displaying Multi window settings with toggles turned on for split screen and pop-up view options.
  • Swipe for split screen to open two apps at the same time using a swipe gesture.
  • Swipe for pop-up view to open an app in a floating window using a swipe gesture.
  • Full screen in split screen view for a more immersive split screen experience.

Samsung DeX lets you use your Galaxy Z Flip8 with a compatible display in an interface similar to a desktop computer. You can open multiple apps, resize windows and use a keyboard and mouse to work more comfortably when browsing the web, creating documents or managing several tasks at once.

A computer monitor displaying Samsung DeX app grid with a pink folded Galaxy Z Flip8 phone lying flat in front acting as a touchpad.

Note: To learn more about Samsung DeX and its features, visit our Samsung DeX page.

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