I. Introduction
If you’re looking to boost your productivity and multitasking capabilities on your Chromebook, split-screen is a great feature that you should know about. This feature allows you to divide your screen into two or more sections, showing different apps or windows at the same time. With this feature, you can comfortably work on different tasks without having to constantly switch between apps and windows.
In this article, we’ll take you through how to split-screen on your Chromebook. Whether you’re a student, professional, or just someone looking to become more efficient with your time, this guide is for you.
II. Step by Step Instructions
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to split-screen on your Chromebook:
Dividing the Screen Horizontally
- Open the first app or window you want to use.
- Drag the window to the left or right side of your screen.
- Let go of the mouse or trackpad.
- Your screen will now show your first app or window on one side, and an empty space on the other side.
- To open the second app or window that you want to use, click on it or drag it into the empty space on the screen.
Dividing the Screen Vertically
- Open the first app or window you want to use.
- Press Alt + ] to snap the window to the right side of the screen.
- Press Alt + [ to snap the window to the left side of the screen.
- To open the second app or window that you want to use, repeat the process but on the other side of the screen.
Creating Different Window Sizes
If you want to adjust the size of the windows, simply drag the center divider between them to the left or right, up or down.
III. Video Tutorial
Some people find visual learning more effective than reading text. So, we have created a video tutorial to help you learn how to split-screen on your Chromebook.
Importance of Visual Learning
Visual learning has a high retention rate, and it can be more engaging and interactive. It can also provide a stress-free learning experience, especially for complex concepts that might be harder to understand otherwise.
Accompanying Video Tutorial
Watch the video below to see the step-by-step process on how to split-screen on your Chromebook:
IV. Use Visual Aids
There are some simple visual aids that you can use to help you get started with split-screen and understand it better. Here are two examples:
Infographic
Below is an infographic that gives you a summarized version of these instructions. You can save it to your computer or print it out for quick reference.
Diagram
Here’s a diagram that shows you how to divide your screen vertically using keyboard shortcuts.
V. Problem-Solving Approach
Even with a comprehensive guide like this one, you might encounter some issues or challenges. Here are some of the common problems you may face, and how to solve them:
Common Problems That Readers Might Have
- The applications sometimes overlap when I split the screen: This is because you need to adjust the size of the windows by dragging the center divider.
- I want to switch which app is on each side: Just click and drag the app you want to switch to the other side of the screen.
- The application does not support split-screen mode: The split-screen mode is not yet supported by all applications. You can try resizing in other ways. And if you want to split-screen apps that don’t support it, you can use a third-party tool like “Tile Tabs WE.”
Solutions to These Problems
- Pressing the Alt key and holding it down while adjusting the divider is one way to adjust the width or height of the windows on split-screen.
- Click and hold the window you want to move and drag it to the opposite side.
- Use third-party applications like Tile Tabs WE, Floating Apps, or Split Screen that can help you achieve the split-screen effect.
VI. Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts are a great way to work more efficiently on your Chromebook. Here are some keyboard shortcuts you can use for split-screen:
| Shortcuts | Keys |
|---|---|
| Maximize the current window | Alt + ] |
| Minimize the current window | Alt + [ |
| Move to next window | Alt + Tab |
| Close the current window | Alt + F4 or Ctrl + W |
| Open the shortcut menu | Shift + f10 or Search + Shift + M |
How to Use the Keyboard Shortcuts
To use these keyboard shortcuts, you need to press and hold down the first key combination, and then press the second key once. This will execute the shortcut command.
VII. Supported Apps
Although there are some apps that don’t support split-screen mode, there are many that do. Here are some supported apps:
- Google Chrome
- Gmail (in a browser tab)
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- Google Slides
- YouTube (in a browser tab)
- Google Calendar
- Google Maps
- Google Keep
- And more…
You can try different combinations of apps or windows to see which work best for you.
VIII. Customize for Users
If you want to customize the split-screen even further, here are some tips and advanced techniques:
Tips for Customization
- Use the arrow buttons to move from one window to another in split-screen mode.
- Try to use the landscape orientation if your Chromebook supports it to work with more than two windows.
- Use extension like Tab Resize or Split Screen to implement customized split-screen setups and layouts.
Advanced Techniques for Split-Screen
- Use the app launcher to launch apps into new windows for multi-window environments.
- Use Chrome OS overview mode to drag and drop apps or windows to specific positions.
- Use keyboard combinations to split the screen into more than two windows, or to switch between windows faster.
IX. Conclusion
In this guide, we have provided you with step-by-step instructions, video tutorial, keyboard shortcuts, visual aids, supported apps, customization tips, and advanced techniques for split-screen on your Chromebook. Whether you’re a student or professional, this feature is a great way to increase your productivity and multitasking capabilities. We encourage you to try different combinations of apps and windows until you find what works best for you.
If you have any further questions or problems, don’t hesitate to leave a comment below.
We hope you found this guide helpful and that split-screen becomes a valuable addition to your workflow.
Now it’s time to level up your productivity game.
