How to use swipe gestures with Multi window

Last Update date : Sep 19. 2022

The Multi window feature on your Galaxy Z Fold or Z Flip can help you multitask. With adjustable split-screen capabilities, you can choose what you focus on when you're doing many things at once. Aside from using the Multi window tray to open apps, it can be set and supported with new gestures for split screen view and pop-up view through the following path.

Pop-up view

Swipe for pop-up view: Enable a swipe gesture for pop-up view. Swipe from the top left or right corners to the middle of the screen to change an app window to pop-up view.

Step 1. To turn on swipe gestures, navigate to and open Settings, and then tap Advanced features.

Step 2. Tap Labs. 

Step 3. Tap the switch next to Swipe for pop-up view

Step 4. Navigate back to the Home screen, and then open your desired app.

Split screen view

Swipe for split screen: Enable a two-finger swipe gesture for split screen view. Swipe from the side or bottom of the screen to change an app window to a split screen view. Swipe again to switch apps.

Step 1. To turn on swipe gestures, navigate to and open Settings, and then tap Advanced features.

Step 2. Tap Labs. 

Step 3. Tap the switch next to Swipe for split screen.

Step 4. Navigate back to the Home screen, and then open your desired app.

Note: Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the device model and software version.

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