The split-screen feature on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (and other RedmiBook notebooks) allows you to work with two apps at the same time, compare documents or follow a video tutorial without changing windows. However, many users face difficulties: where to find this option in MIUI for PC, why it does not work after an update, or how to configure hotkeys for quick access.
In this article, we’ll provide a complete guide to activating the Redmi Note 7’s multi-window with the features of the 2026 firmware, including hidden settings, bug-bypassing, and alternative methods for older versions of software. We’ll take a look at both standard interface-based methods and advanced tricks for power users (including registry editing). If your laptop doesn’t support out-of-the-box separation, here you’ll find workarounds.
1. Compatibility Check: Does your Redmi Note 7 support split screen?
Not all Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 modifications (and not even all firmware versions) officially support Split Screen. Before setting up, make sure your device meets the requirements:
- 📋 Laptop model: The feature is guaranteed to work on RedmiBook 14/15/16 Pro (2021–2026 For basic models (e.g. RedmiBook) 14 II) manual activation may be required.
- 🔄 Version. MIUI for PC: Firmware required MIUI 13.5+ (Check the version in Settings → About the system.
- 🖥️ Screen resolution: Minimum supported resolution — 1920×1080. On screens with 1366×768 function may be disabled.
- 🔧 Graphics drivers: Outdated Intel drivers UHD gramics or NVIDIA MX Multi-windows are often blocked. Update them with Xiaomi Driver Manager.
If your laptop doesn’t meet these criteria, go to the alternative methods section, which describes universal solutions that work even on unaccompanied devices.
⚠️ Note: On laptops with Windows 11 and MIUI 14+ The split screen feature may conflict with Microsoft's built-in Snap Layouts. Turn it off in Settings before setting up. → System system → Multitasking.
2. Standard method: Enable via MIUI settings
If your laptop supports the function officially, you can activate it in 3 steps:
- Open Settings (the gear icon in the Start menu or the Win + I combination).
- Go to System → Multitasking (on some versions – Special Opportunities → Multi-window).
- Activate the Screen Partition slider and select the mode: Manual: Partition by dragging the window to the edge of the screen. Automatic: Partition by pressing the hot keys (by default Win + Arrow left / right).
After activation, try splitting the screen:
- Open the first application (for example, the browser).
- Drag its header to the left or right edge of the screen until the transparent frame appears.
- Select the second app from the list that appears (or open it manually).
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If the windows are not fixed or the function is not turned on, go to the next section - there are disassembled typical errors and their solutions.
3. Hot keys for quick splitting
MIUI for PC provides shortcuts for instant split screens, which work even if the function is disabled in the settings (but require prior activation in the registry for older versions).
| Combination | Action. | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Win + ← | Fix the window on the left half of the screen | It works in Windows 10/11, but it can conflict with MIUI. |
| Win + → | Lock the window on the right half of the screen | If it doesn’t work, check your multitasking settings. |
| Win + ↑ | Open the window to the full screen | Abolish separation |
| Alt + Tab + Drag and Drag | Selecting a second window for separation | The unofficial method does not work on all versions. |
To activate the user hotkeys (if the standard ones do not work):
- Download the Xiaomi Hotkey Manager utility from the official website.
- In the Multimedia section, find the "Split Screen Shortcut" option.
- Assign a new combination (e.g. Ctrl + Alt + S).
For laptops with Intel Core i3 or 4 GB of RAM, it is recommended to share the screen only with light applications (for example, Notepad + Browser).
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On the Redmi Note 7 with 8 GB of RAM, the split screen only works stably when the Game Turbo is turned off (it reserves memory for games).
7 Comparison with competitors: how are other brands doing?
Xiaomi’s split screen feature is different than its competitors.
| Brand | Activation method | Features | Support for Linux |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi (MIUI for PC) | Through settings or hot keys | Integration with Mi Account to synchronize layouts | Partial (via GNOME only) |
| Huawei (PC Manager) | Automatically when dragging windows | Support for 3–4 windows at the same time | No. |
| Lenovo (Vantage) | Only through Lenovo Split Screen | It only works on Windows 10/11. | No. |
| ASUS (MyASUS) | Hot keys F10/F11 | Support for vertical separation | Yes (via Asus Linux) |
Xiaomi is distinguished by its flexibility of settings (for example, you can save split patterns in the Mi Account), but loses to Huawei in the number of simultaneously open windows. On the Redmi Note 7, the separation works smoother than on budget laptops Lenovo or Acer, thanks to the optimization of MIUI for PC.