Sunday, December 14, 2025

How to Use Google Chrome’s New Tab Split View

How to Use Google Chrome’s New Tab Split View

See two websites side by side in one browser window and stop juggling tabs. Google Chrome’s new Tab Split View makes it easier to compare content, copy information, and work faster without bouncing between tabs. 

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor
December 14, 2025


How often do you flip back and forth between tabs just to compare two pages or reference information while you work? 

For years, power users relied on window snapping at the operating system level or third-party extensions to solve this problem. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use Chrome's Tab Split View.

Chrome is addressing it directly with Tab Split View, a built-in way to place two tabs side by side inside a single browser window.

This is not flashy, but it is one of those features that immediately earns a permanent spot in your workflow once you start using it.

Chrome's New Tab Split View



Feature Explanation

Tab Split View allows you to display two Chrome tabs next to each other within the same browser window. 

Instead of opening multiple windows or constantly switching tabs, Chrome divides the viewing area so both pages remain visible at once.

The feature works entirely inside Chrome. 

That matters because it keeps tabs grouped, preserves your browsing context, and works consistently across desktops without relying on operating system window snapping. 

It is designed for comparison, reference work, and light multitasking rather than full multi-monitor replacement.

What You’ll Gain
  • Faster research with fewer tab switches
  • Easier copy-and-paste between sources
  • Cleaner workflows without extra windows

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

Desktop
  1. Open two tabs you want to view together.
  2. Right-click one of the tabs.
  3. Select "Add tab to new split view".
  4. Chrome automatically places the second tab beside the first.
  5. Drag the divider to resize each side as needed.
Chrome's Tab Split View Example

fig. 1 - Chrome's Tab Split View Example

iOS / Android

  • Tab Split View is not currently available on iOS or Android Chrome. 

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Native Chrome feature with no extensions required.
  • Keeps both tabs active and visible.
  • Ideal for comparison, research, and writing.

Cons
  • Desktop only at launch.
  • Limited to two tabs at a time.
  • Not a full replacement for multi-monitor setups.
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Feature Access
  • Who gets it: Desktop Chrome users.
  • Platforms: Windows, macOS, ChromeOS.
  • Availability: Currently rolling out.
  • Cost: Free

Score

Criterion  |  Score (0–10)  |  Justification

Value 9
Saves time instantly for anyone who works in a browser daily.

Usability 8
Easy to activate, though discoverability could improve.

Wow Factor 6
Practical rather than exciting, but highly effective.

Total: 23 / 30👍 Good

A simple productivity win that quietly replaces third-party extensions and OS-level workarounds.

Key Takeaways

Tab Split View reduces friction when working with multiple web pages at once. 

It is especially valuable for research, writing, and comparison tasks. 

Once it becomes muscle memory, standard tab switching feels inefficient.

Cool Tip Snapshot
  • Feature Name: Chrome Tab Split View.
  • Platform(s): Windows, macOS, ChromeOS.
  • Quick Benefit: View two tabs side by side inside Chrome.
  • Access Type: Free, currently rolling out.

Try It Yourself

Open two tabs you use daily and try Tab Split View for one task today. 

Share how it changes your workflow in the comments, subscribe to the One Cool Tip newsletter, and pass this tip along to your team, family, and friends.

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Rodger Mansfield, a seasoned technology expert and editor of OneCoolTip.com, transforms complex tech into practical advice for everyday users. His Cool Tips empower readers to stay productive, secure, and one step ahead in the digital world.



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