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We are experiencing issues with the new windows option for multitasking. When using apple classroom and locking into an app, it will not lock additional windows on the screen. It has become an issue since the the locked app will open, but any other window on the screen at the time is still accessible.
Any ideas for how to make the app lock work again?
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Fixes and Workarounds
1. Disable Multitasking Features
To restore old “true lock” behavior, disable multitasking options on student iPads:
Turn off:
Then test locking an app again via Apple Classroom — this usually restores the expected “full lock” behavior.
2. Restart the iPads
After changing those settings, restart the devices to clear any cached multitasking layouts. Sometimes, lingering windows keep reappearing until a reboot.
3. Update iPadOS and Apple Classroom
Make sure:
4. Reapply Supervision / MDM Settings
If you’re managing devices with an MDM:
5. If Still Broken: Test with Single-App Mode via MDM
If you urgently need reliable app locking, consider pushing Single App Mode directly from your MDM instead of relying on Apple Classroom. It’s a deeper lock and overrides all multitasking.
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October 08, 2025 .
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I’m having a similar issue, and we haven’t been able to figure it out either. Maybe you could try moving this post to the Deployment and Management message board on the forum? They might be more knowledgeable about the topic.
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