Multitasking
I HATE THE MULTITASKING FEATURE!!!!!!! How can I get rid of it. It rears its ugly head at the WORST times. I have played around Settings, but no luck. Operating on IOS 16.5
iPad, 16
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Unlike iPadOS14 and earlier versions, multi-tasking (including split-screen and slide-over views) cannot now be disabled from settings. Multi-tasking has received a significant overhaul with iPadOS15/16, both simplifying its use and introducing new controls.
Key to accessing and controlling (or avoiding) multi-tasking is the small “three-dot” button that is found at the top-centre edge of the visible App windows.
Many users that encounter difficulties are using Safari - this “three dot” multitasking button being very close to the URL/Address bar. Tapping the centre of the Safari Address Bar is a common trigger of unexpected split or slide-over windows.
Be aware that text shown in the URL/Address field is centre-justified; you can tap anywhere in this field to edit the website address. If you follow the usual usage pattern, you likely have a “conditioned habit” of tapping the centre of the field. Instead of tapping the centre of the URL/Address bar, try to consciously tap either side of centre; in so doing, you can completely avoid accidental activation of the “three dot” multitasking button.
Over a short period of time, you will subconsciously develop a new conditioned habit when using Safari - and will hopefully avoid the common cause of accidental triggering of multitasking views.
More information and guidance for using multi-tasking can be found in this support page:
Use multitasking on your iPad - Apple Support
The iPad User Guide is a rich source of frequently overlooked information about your iPad and iPadOS. The Guide is available both online using a web browser (such as Safari), or as an Apple Books download:
iPad User Guide - Apple Support
https://books.apple.com/book/id1567104892
The Tips App, installed by default on all new models of iPad, provides a brief introduction - and leads you to the User Guide. In case you missed it, here is a link to the Tips App:
https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/tips/id1069509450
Apple also has a huge YouTube Channel - containing videos and feature guidance:
