Safari has a split screen, how to turn it off? [Tips]

Hello, I'm the Admin of TipsMake ! Today I'm up again to help you handle the Safari split screen error . Let iFan not be 'uncomfortable' with this situation!

On smartphones and iPads, there are always convenient and modern features to help users. Nowadays, these products are considered an indispensable 'senior assistant' for everyone. With iPhone, iPad - Apple's high-end phone and tablet line, users always feel satisfied with its features. However, with some features, some people like it and others don't. And Safari with split screen is one of them. So whether you want to use it or not, this article will be useful to you!

What to do when Safari has a split screen?

Splitting the Safari screen in half is very convenient, you can view 2 tabs at the same time. But sometimes, you want to fully 'enjoy' a screen. However, the iPad is in split-screen safari mode , and you don't know how to turn it off. Don't worry, TipsMake will support you right away:

#Split screen Safari

Normally, Safari split screen is commonly found on iPad, specifically iOS 10 version. Through the Safari Split View feature, iPad will let you open two separate websites simultaneously, this is done on iPad Pro and iPad. iPad Air 2. Therefore, before trying to turn it off, Admin will show you how to split the Safari screen in half first! Note, you should put your iPad in landscape mode before doing this.

Step 1 : Access Safari, then choose the following ways to open Safari Split View:

✮ Press and hold a link in the original website and select Open in Split View .

✮ Use the shortcut Command + N on the hard keyboard to call this feature.

✮ Drag a tab from its space, to the left or right side of the screen. To open that tab in split view.

✮ Press and hold the Tab button and select Open in Split View .

Step 2 : Click and hold on the icon of 2 overlapping squares (Located at the top right of the Safari screen). Select M on a blank page . Now, you can launch a new website while still on this website.

#What if you want to turn off this Safari split screen?

Method 1: Drag all tabs from one screen to another. Until the last tab is dragged over, your Safari will return to its original full-screen mode.

Note: Users need to drag all tabs, not drag links to cover other tabs. If you drag the link, it will be the same as copying the address to the other website!

Method 2: Click and hold on the tab icon (two overlapping squares). Select Merge All Windows - This will help merge Safari tabs into one window.

Instructions on how to split the iPhone screen in half

Previously, the split screen feature was only implemented on iPad. So many iFans wish to do it on iPhone. Now, with iOS 14, iFan's wish will come true. The split screen feature is called Picture-in-Picture (abbreviated as PiP ). It allows you to watch Youtube and Netflix videos in a small window, while still being able to use another application.

The limitation is that this feature only supports certain applications, including: Apple TV, Safari, Podcast, Music, Home, Netflix, Face Time.

Just update iOS 14, you can use this feature by: Accessing supported applications ( Apple TV, Safari, Podcast,.) > Clicking the PiP icon (in the middle of the side toolbar left). Then, just return to the home screen and you will see the window has been minimized.

To know how to do it in detail, please watch the following video:

In addition, if you do not want to update or do not support iOS 14, you can ask for the support of a 3rd party application. One of iFan's favorite iPhone split screen applications is Multitasking Split. Screen or Splitware . However, even the third application or PiP feature has certain limitations. Therefore, if you are looking for a way to split your iPhone screen in half to play games, I'm afraid it's a bit difficult.

#Turn off iPhone split screen on iOS 14

If you are using the PiP feature , I will help you turn off this split screen feature!

1. Open Settings > General Settings > Find and select Picture-in-Picture > Turn off the Start PiP Automatically option .

Above are the ways to handle when Safari has a split screen ! Hopefully you will know how to perform split screen and turn it off when necessary. If you have any questions, please leave a comment below, I will help! While reading the article, remember to support me by clicking on the ads so I have the motivation to continue sharing!