Finally, at WWDC 2025, Apple has done what I've been asking for for years. In addition to Liquid Glass, iPadOS 26 finally gives the iPad a proper, Mac-style window management system. You can now have multiple windows on the same screen, complete with a menu bar! And there are more features, like the Preview app, background tasks, a better Files app, and more.
A real windowing system for the iPad
Credit: AppleAnd yes, real window management means also means the iPad is getting Mac-style traffic-light buttons for closing, minimizing, and making apps full screen. When you hover on these buttons with the new, smaller cursor pointer, they will automatically expand.
The Mac features don’t stop here. Apple is also bringing in Mac-style Expose. If you swipe up and hold, all your windows will spread out in one single view, making it easier to switch between them.
The menu bar is here
Credit: AppleApple is also adding a Menu bar to the iPad, finally putting an end to all the hidden gestures and menus. It’ll pop up when you take your cursor to the top of the screen. It’s arranged to be similar to the Mac's Menu bar, and will show all your app's features and options in one place, with keyboard shortcuts, too. This will be a great option for complex apps.
Upgraded files management
Credit: ApplePlus, the Files app now lets you choose a Default app for each file type. Folders can be added to the Dock for easier access. And just like on the Mac, tapping on your Folders will make them fan out to show all the files inside them.
Preview comes to the iPad
Credit: AppleAll iPads that support iPadOS 26 will get access to the windowing system, including the new standard iPad and the iPad mini.
How to try iPadOS 26 now with the developer beta
If you want to try out iPadOS 26 before the official release, the only way to go about at the moment is using the Developer beta. Know, though, that the Public beta, which will roll out sometime in July, is a more stable option, and is probably best for most people. The Developer beta might be buggy and could be prone to crashing.
General > Software Update and then tap the new Beta Updates option. Here, switch to iPadOS 26 Developer Beta. Now, go Back, wait for the Beta update to show up, and tap Update Now.
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