How to Customize Edge Split Screen for Better Multitasking
Split screen in Microsoft Edge puts two web pages side-by-side inside a single browser tab so you can view them at the same time. This built-in feature works on Windows 11 and later versions without needing extra apps or extensions.
Comparing products on two online stores or checking notes on one side while typing an email on the other becomes much faster when you share one screen space. You can resize the divider between the pages to give more room to whichever site you need to focus on most.
Customize Edge Split Screen by going to Settings Accessibility Shortcut section and typing your desired shortcut keys in the “Shortcut for split window” box. Your changes save automatically, but restart the browser to ensure the new shortcut works.
Why use Split Screen?
Running two pages side-by-side turns research into a seamless experience. Read an article on the left while taking notes on the right without constant tab switching. This saves time and helps manage workload effectively.
What happens when you are done?
Completing these steps creates a custom keyboard shortcut. Opening side-by-side view instantly speeds up daily browsing.
How to Enable Split Screen
Before customizing the shortcut, verify the feature is active. Click the Split Screen icon in the top toolbar of Microsoft Edge. Missing the icon requires navigating to Settings > Appearance to ensure the Split screen button is toggled on.
How to Customize Edge Split Screen Shortcuts
Customizing Edge split screen shortcuts to personal keyboard combinations helps open the split screen view in Microsoft Edge quickly without touching the mouse. Follow these steps to set up preferred shortcuts.
- Open the Microsoft Edge browser.
- Click the Settings and more button (the three horizontal dots) in the top right corner.
- Select Settings from the menu.
- Click on Accessibility in the menu on the left side of your screen.
- Look for the Shortcut section. Find the box labeled Shortcut for split window.
- Type the new keys you want to use. You must include either the CTRL or ALT key in your combination.
Changes save automatically. Restarting the browser ensures the new shortcut works. Note: These settings apply only to the active user profile, and admin privileges remain unnecessary for changing these browser settings.
Managing and Resizing Windows
Resizing split windows to fit specific needs happens by dragging the middle divider.
Summary
Customizing the split screen shortcut in Microsoft Edge provides a smart way to make the computer work faster and better.
How do I exit split screen mode?
Does split screen work on mobile devices?
No, the split screen feature remains unavailable for mobile versions of Microsoft Edge. Mobile devices offer limited screen space, preventing the browser from supporting side-by-side views. Managing multiple websites on a phone or tablet requires standard tab switching.
Can I open more than two websites in one tab?
Microsoft Edge currently supports a maximum of two websites in a single split screen view. One website sits on the left while another appears on the right. Viewing additional sites simultaneously requires opening separate browser windows or utilizing extra tabs.
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