How to Use Split Screen Multi Window on Galaxy S8

Being able to run two apps at the same time is nothing new to Samsung smartphone users. But the Galaxy S8 takes full advantage of its multi-window mode with its large 5.8 or 6.2 inch screen. In this guide, we will show you how to use the multi-window mode on the Galaxy S8 to the fullest.

There are several reasons to run two apps at the same time. Whether it’s to watch YouTube while checking your email or just to be more productive, we all have our reasons.

While split-screen mode or multitasking is nothing new for smartphones, Samsung’s multi-window mode is the best practice. In conclusion, we will show you more than just activating multi-window mode. We’ll show you how to open on Galaxy S8 or Galaxy S8+, adjust windows, reverse apps, use picture-in-picture and much more. Follow the instructions in our video below and try it out today.

Our hands-on video above tells you everything you need to know about multitasking and running two apps at once on the Galaxy S8. Additionally, we’ll break down some of the most frequently asked questions into separate guides below.

How to Enable Multi Window Mode on Galaxy S8

The easiest and fastest way to launch two apps at the same time and use multi-window mode is to press and hold the bottom of the screen. Do this while in an app or from the home screen. Before doing that, you need to enable this feature in settings.

1. Pull down the notification bar and press the button
2. Scroll down and select
3. Next, select

Now just toggle it ON to enable multi-window mode and access it quickly. You can also choose from two different looks, but the default option is best.

How to Start Multi Window Mode on Galaxy S8

As you can see in our video above, starting multi-window mode is pretty simple. To see the list of running apps, simply tap the button to the left or right of the home button on the screen. Instead of selecting the app, tap the icon that looks like two boxes or rectangles on top of each other. This is the multi-window mode button. It is highlighted in red below.

Then scroll through the list of running applications or select using the button. You’ll see more apps on the screen, giving you a list of icons showing any app that supports multi-window mode.

Press and hold the Recents key to exit this mode at any time. Or just go home and clear multi window session from notification bar. Remember, always HOLD the bar in the middle of two apps and drag up or down to resize multi-window mode apps.

How to Flip (Invert) App Windows to Top or Bottom on Galaxy S8

A common problem is when apps are not smooth or you want something else on top. Remember, the first app you choose will always go to the top of your screen, while the second will open at the bottom.

However, you can quickly reverse them and put YouTube at the bottom and your email at the top. Or switch them up and down as you see fit. Here’s how:

1. Press (the white line in the middle of the two running apps)
2. Just to see the control window popup
3. select (circle icon)

How to Close an App in Multi Window on Galaxy S8

Last but not least is how to close applications running in multi-window mode. We cover it a bit in our video above, as you can do this a few different ways.

For one, you can just hit the home screen and go back to your home screen entirely. This just made the window smaller. When you do, pull down the notification bar and tap the big X to completely log out of your multi-window session.

Additionally, you can tap and select the X while using two apps at the same time. This will close the window highlighted with the blue border or the last window you interacted with on the screen.

final thoughts

That is all. Now you have a better understanding of how to use and enjoy multi-window mode on Galaxy S8. Start doing more with your phone and multitask like a pro. If you have any questions, let us know in the comment section below.