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iPadOS 27.2 Simplifies Split View Multitasking Setup
Key points
- iPadOS 27.2 released with new features.
- Side-by-side app setup is now easier.
- Tiling an app shows the Home Screen for second app selection.
- Previous versions required more steps for Split View.
Simplified Multitasking in iPadOS 27.2
Apple released iPadOS 27.2, introducing a change to how users set up side-by-side applications. This update streamlines the process for Split View, a feature that allows two apps to run concurrently on the screen.
Streamlined Split View Setup
The primary change in iPadOS 27.2 is that when a user tiles an app to the left or right using window controls or the menu bar, the Home Screen immediately appears. This allows for the selection of a second app with a single tap, directly into the tiled position.
Comparison to Previous Versions
In iPadOS 26, setting up two apps side-by-side involved opening the first app, resizing it, then swiping up to access other apps, selecting one, and often manually resizing the second app. The new system in iPadOS 27.2 reduces these steps, making the process more direct.
Inspiration from iPhone Duo
The updated multitasking experience in iPadOS 27.2 is noted to be reminiscent of the Split View system introduced with iPhone Duo. While not identical, the iPadOS implementation moves closer to the intuitive feel of the iPhone Duo's multitasking interface.
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Reporting from
iPadOS 27.2 launched with a change to multitasking, making it easier to set up side-by-side apps. When tiling an app left or right, users now immediately see the Home Screen to select a second app, simplifying the process compared to previous versions.