Working with bases in split screen

Working with bases in split screen

What is it?  

The split screen feature in Zoho Tables for Android allows you to open two bases, tables, or views side-by-side so you can work on them simultaneously. By opening a base in a new split screen window, you can view or edit data in one base while referencing another. This helps teams compare records, copy information between bases, and manage multiple workflows without constantly switching screens.

This creates a multitasking workspace where two Zoho Tables bases, tables, or views are displayed at the same time, allowing you to navigate and manage data more efficiently.

What do you need?  

  • A Zoho Tables account

  • The Zoho Tables Android app installed on your device

Who can use it and on which plan?  

Zoho Tables plan

Can use split screen?

Free

Yes

Professional

Yes

Personal

Yes

Who has access?  

Role in Zoho Tables

What can they do with split screen?

Owner, Manager, and Editor

Open bases in a new window and work on two bases, tables, or views simultaneously

Data Maintainer

Open bases in split screen and edit data if permitted

Commenter

Open shared bases in split screen, view and add comments if permitted

Viewer

Open bases in split screen and view records

 

Why use this feature?  

Use this feature if you want to:

  • Work on two bases simultaneously.

  • Compare records or data across bases.

  • Copy or reference information between different bases.

  • Reduce time spent switching between bases.

  • Improve multitasking and productivity while managing data.

 

How it works  

  1. Open the Zoho Tables Android app and navigate to your Workspace.

  2. Locate the base that you want to open in split screen.

  3. Tap the  (More Options) button next to the base.

  4. Choose Open in Split Screen. The selected base opens in a split screen window.

  5. In the original window, open another base from your workspace or even a table or view. You can now view and work with two bases simultaneously, each in its own window.

 

Drag and drop files in split screen

Split screen also enables drag-and-drop functionality, allowing you to quickly attach files to records by moving them from another location directly into Zoho Tables.

 

How dragging and dropping in split screen works

  1. Open a base in split screen using Open in Split Screen.

  2. In the original window, open a local folder (such as the Files app).

  3. Choose and drag files (documents, images, etc.) from the folder.

  4. Drop them into an attachment field in the Zoho Tables base.

  5. The files will be instantly uploaded and attached to the selected record.

 

Use cases  

  • Comparing data across bases
    Open two bases side by side to compare records, such as checking information between a project tracker and a resource database.

  • Copying or referencing information
    View data from one base while entering or updating related details in another base without switching screens.

  • Managing related workflows
    Work on different stages of a workflow simultaneously—for example, reviewing incoming requests in one base while updating task assignments in another.

  • Reviewing and updating records
    Keep one base open for reference while editing records in another base, making updates faster and more accurate.