Can't close split screen view on iPad pro 4th generation

When I'm in split screen mode with two different apps open, I often have trouble closing them using the grey bar in between them. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it doesn't.

Posted on May 20, 2021 1:47 AM

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Posted on May 20, 2021 1:52 AM

You can easily manage and manipulate Split and Slide Over views.


To change a Split view to full screen, place your finger one the centre of the central divider (you’ll see a little grey drag bar) and drag the divider to the edge of the screen - then release; your split-screen view will become full-screen.


You can manipulate other screen views in a similar way. To transform a Slide Over view, to Split Screen, use the grey drag-bar at the top of the Slide Over Window; drag downwards and to towards the side of the screen. As the view changes, lift your finger.


You can also change a Slide Over to a Full Screen view. This time, using the same drag-bar, drag to the top-centre of the screen, then release.


You may find these overview Apple video guides to be helpful:





After viewing, you’ll be ready for the additional Multitasking Guide:

Use Multitasking on your iPad - Apple Support


The iPad User Guide for iPadOS is also a rich source of information. Here are links to both the downloadable and online versions of the Guide:

‎iPad User Guide on Apple Books

iPad User Guide - Apple Support


I hope this explanation and additional information is helpful in resolving any difficulties you may be having with Multitasking features of your iPad.



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May 20, 2021 1:52 AM in response to LaurenMcWoof

You can easily manage and manipulate Split and Slide Over views.


To change a Split view to full screen, place your finger one the centre of the central divider (you’ll see a little grey drag bar) and drag the divider to the edge of the screen - then release; your split-screen view will become full-screen.


You can manipulate other screen views in a similar way. To transform a Slide Over view, to Split Screen, use the grey drag-bar at the top of the Slide Over Window; drag downwards and to towards the side of the screen. As the view changes, lift your finger.


You can also change a Slide Over to a Full Screen view. This time, using the same drag-bar, drag to the top-centre of the screen, then release.


You may find these overview Apple video guides to be helpful:





After viewing, you’ll be ready for the additional Multitasking Guide:

Use Multitasking on your iPad - Apple Support


The iPad User Guide for iPadOS is also a rich source of information. Here are links to both the downloadable and online versions of the Guide:

‎iPad User Guide on Apple Books

iPad User Guide - Apple Support


I hope this explanation and additional information is helpful in resolving any difficulties you may be having with Multitasking features of your iPad.



May 20, 2021 3:28 AM in response to LaurenMcWoof

Perhaps you can describe precisely what happens when you attempt to manipulate the Split view. Without a detailed description of your difficulties, if you are correctly following the advice already provided, it is almost impossible to provide any explicit advice as to your issue.


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