A Useful Samsung Feature I Discovered By Mistake

I accidentally discovered a useful Samsung feature, and it turned out to be incredibly useful! Here’s why you should try it too.

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A Useful Samsung Feature I Discovered By Mistake

Some time ago, I accidentally found a useful Samsung feature while messing around with the settings on my phone. Since it doesn’t have a dedicated menu, it’s easy to miss. But it’s super simple to use and surprisingly useful, so I think more people should know about it and give it a try.

How to Open Notifications in Pop-Up or Split Screen on Samsung

I recently discovered a really useful multitasking feature on my Samsung phone by accident. It’s not something you’ll find in the Settings menu so it’s easy to overlook. But once you start using it, it can make a big difference in how you manage your apps and notifications.

Open Notifications in Pop-Up or Split Screen View

You probably already know that Android phones allow you to open two apps at once using split-screen view. It’s a great feature for multitasking. Samsung takes this a step further by letting you open certain apps in a pop-up window, similar to how you move windows around on a computer.

But here’s something you might not know—on Samsung phones, you can long-press a notification and drag it to the home screen to instantly open the app in a pop-up window or split-screen view.

How It Works

Normally, when you tap a notification, it opens the app in full-screen mode, which can interrupt whatever you were doing. However, you can choose how the program opens by using this drag-and-drop method:

Drag the notification to the center of the screen → Opens the app in a pop-up window.
Drag the notification to the side of the screen → Opens the app in split-screen view.

This means that you won’t lose your work in another program when you swiftly check messages, respond to emails, or browse the web.

Adjusting the Windows
Once the app is open:

For pop-up view you can resize the window by dragging its corners.

For split-screen if another app is already open, second app will open above or below it. You can adjust the size of each app by moving the divider in the middle.

If no app is open, Samsung will show a list of compatible apps for you to choose from.

Another cool feature—if you open multiple apps in pop-up view they’re neatly grouped into a floating bubble so your screen doesn’t get cluttered. You can switch between them easily without closing anything.

Why This Feature Is So Useful

I’ve found this trick to be incredibly helpful in my daily tasks. It’s perfect for:

Taking notes while watching a video or reading an article.
Comparing information from two apps side by side.
Setting reminders while looking at event details.
Managing emails or chats while browsing the web.

Multitasking on my Samsung phone has been lot simpler once I learned about this capability. I strongly advise giving it a try if you haven’t already!

FAQ

1. Which Samsung phones support this feature?

Most modern Samsung smartphones running One UI (Android 10 and later) support pop-up view and split-screen multitasking. However, some budget models might have limited functionality.

2. Can I use this feature with any app?

Not all apps support pop-up view or split-screen mode. Most Samsung and Google apps, along with many third-party apps, work, but some full-screen apps (like games) may not be compatible.

3. How can I close or minimize a pop-up window?

You can close a pop-up window by tapping the “X” button in the top corner. To minimize it, drag it to the edge of the screen, and it will turn into a floating bubble for easy access.

4. Can I save a split-screen setup for later use?

Yes! On some Samsung phones, you can save your favorite split-screen combinations. Open both apps in split-screen mode, tap the recent apps button, and select “Save app pair” to quickly reopen them together.

5. Does this feature affect battery life?

Using multiple apps at once can use more battery and processing power, but Samsung’s software is optimized to manage background apps efficiently, so the impact is usually minimal.