How to split the screen on Xiaomi Redmi 9C NFC: all ways to photo and video

Xiaomi Redmi 9C NFC is a budget smartphone with a shell MIUI that supports split-screen function, which allows you to work with two applications simultaneously, for example, chat in the messenger and watch videos or copy text from the browser into notes, but not all users know how to properly activate multiwindow mode on this model.

In this article, we will take a look at all the available ways to split your screen on the Redmi 9C NFC, from standard gestures to hidden MIUI settings. You will learn which applications support split-screen mode, how to resize windows and what to do if the feature does not work. We will also compare the usability of each method and give recommendations for optimizing multitasking.

1.Separate screen through gestures (the fastest way)

On the Redmi 9C NFC with MIUI 12/13/14, the easiest way to start split-screen is to use navigation gestures, which works 90% of the time and doesn't require any deep tuning.

1. Open the first app you want to pin to half the screen (like YouTube or Chrome).

2. Swipe your finger from the bottom up and hold your finger for 1 second - the latest applications panel will open.

3. Click on the application icon at the top of the card and select Split screen (or Split screen in English firmware).

4. The bottom of the screen will remain behind the first application, and the top is free for selecting the second.

Make sure both apps support split screen

Close unnecessary background processes

Connect the charger (for long work)

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⚠️ Note: If the "Share" item is inactive (grey), the app does not support multitasking (PUBG Mobile, Genshin Impact and some system utilities (Settings, Camera) do not work in split-screen.

2. split-screen activation via MIUI settings

If gestures don’t work or you prefer classic controls, you can enable split screen via the settings menu, which is suitable for Redmi 9C NFC on any version of MIUI (including Global ROM and EEA).

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Special Options → Split screen.
2. Activate the switch to Enable the split screen.
3. Select the launch method: 👆 Gesture up (by default) 🔘 "Recent" button (prolonged pressing) 🔧 Through the notification panel (additional switch)

Save the settings and restart the smartphone (recommended).

Once activated, you can split the screen in any of the selected ways. Please note that on some firmware, the Split Screen option may be in the System → Additional section.

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If the split screen option is not in the settings, upgrade your MIUI to the latest version or install Global ROM via Fastboot.

3.Separate screen using notification panel (hidden method)

Few people know, but on the Redmi 9C NFC, you can quickly turn on split-screen through the Quick Settings Panel.This way works on MIUI 13+ and saves time if you need to switch between multitasking often.

How to do this:

1. Turn the notification bar with two fingers (or swipe down twice).
2. Find the split screen tile (if not, click Edit and add manually).
3. Slip on the tile - the screen will split into two parts.
4. Select applications for the top and bottom parts.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware tile split screen may not be available, in which case use alternative methods from this article or update MIUI.

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4. Use of third-party applications for split-screen

If standard methods don’t work or you need advanced features (like free window resizing or game support), you can install third-party utilities. 9C NFC fit:

• 📱 Split Screen Launcher – Adds split-screen button to the main screen.
• 🔄 Floating Apps – allows you to open applications in floating windows.
• 🎮 Game Tools (from Xiaomi) – Supports split screen for some games.
• 🖥️ Multi Window – Advanced Multitasking Manager.

⚠️ Note: When using third-party apps, turn off battery optimization for them (Settings) → Annexes → Permits → Battery optimization, otherwise split-screen will turn off when the screen is locked.

Example of Floating Apps setup:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Grant permission to Overlay over other applications.
3. Choose the apps you want to open in floating windows.
4. Run them through the notification panel or widget.

5 Problem Solving: Split-screen doesn't work

If the split screen is not activated, check the following points:

• 🔋 Battery charge – on some firmware split-screen is turned off at a charge level below 15%.
• 📱 Version. MIUI — Update the system to the latest version (Settings) → The phone. → Updating the system).
• 🔒 Developer Mode – Sometimes helps to enable Debugging USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press).
• 🚫 Blacklist – check if the app is added to Settings → Special facilities → Split screen → Blacklist.

If the problem persists, try resetting (without data loss):

1. Go to Settings → System → Resetting settings.
2. Select Reset all settings (not Reset to factory!).
3. After restarting, reset split-screen.

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On the Redmi 9C NFC with MIUI 14+, splitting the screen can conflict with Game Turbo mode. Turn it off in Settings → Special Features → Game Turbo.

6. Optimization of the work in split-screen mode

To ensure that the split screen is stable and does not slow down, follow these tips:

• 🧹 Clean the cache regularly (Settings) → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
• ⚡ Turn off animations to speed up switching (Developer Settings) → The scale of window animation → Off.).
• 🔄 Use “light” apps (e.g. Chrome Lite instead of Chrome).
• 📶 Connect to Wi-Fi – Mobile Internet can slow down when multitasking.

You can also configure the hotkeys to switch between windows quickly:

1. Activate the Developer Settings (as described above).
2. Go to the developer settings → Enter → Show clicks.
3. Now, when you hold the Recent button, the split-screen menu will appear.

⚠️ Note: For long-term operation split-screen Redmi 9C NFC You can overheat. You can monitor the temperature through the app. CPU Monitor and take breaks every time 30-40 minute.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen splitting