How to Use the Multi-Tasking Feature on iOS Tablets

Learn how to streamline your workflow with the multi-tasking feature on your iOS tablet.

Using iOS multitasking features like Split View, Slide Over, and Picture in Picture with magicplan can significantly improve your workflow and productivity. Whether you need to reference information, communicate with others, or watch instructional videos, these features will help you seamlessly integrate magicplan into your daily tasks.

How to use the multitasking feature

  1. On your iPad, slowly swipe up from the bottom of the screen. A list of applications that are pinned to your taskbar will pop up at the bottom.
  2. Lightly press your finger on the application you want and drag it to the right half of your screen, you will be able to pop it into place right next to magicplan. 
  3. You can now multi-task between magicplan and your other app. 

💡Tip:  To close the multitasking feature, tap the multitasking button in the app that you want to keep, then tap the full-screen button. Or you can drag the app divider over the app you want to close. 

Examples of how to use the multi-tasking feature: 

  • Frequently used applications while Multi-Tasking are Photos, Mail, Safari, and Calculator. 
  • Writing an email to a contractor while referencing specific details from your project.
  • Performing on-the-fly calculations and adjusting dimensions with your calculator application.
  • Browsing materials for your estimate on Safari while referencing your floor plan.