Discover iPhone features you never knew existed!
iOS Tips
Decode laundry symbols with Visual Look Up
Take a photo of care tags or warning lights and let Photos explain what each symbol means.
How to set up offline maps for your travel destination
Don't forget to set up offline maps for your travel destination.
How to Share your screen in FaceTime
To share what happens on your device click on the iPad with a person in front and select "Share My Screen".
How to download content offline for your iPhone
Download content offline for your most used services like: - Spotify - Neflix (smart downloads) - Podcasts - Kindle
How to Turn on low power mode before your phone reaches 20%
This will make your battery last longer: Create a new personal automation that starts when your phone goes below 35% (or higher).
How to Delete downloaded videos you don't need
Delete downloaded videos from Settings to quickly free up space.
Collaborate on note with ease
Share a Notes list and collaborate in real time with others.
How to transcribe a Voice Memo
Transcribe your Voice Memos to text using iCloud and WhisperBoard.
Siri as a remote shutter for photos
Use the “Say Cheese” shortcut to trigger the camera hands-free.
How to Find a file in Finder from Spotlight
With a Spotlight search open find the selected file by clicking Command + R.
The Apple Measure app allows you to measure distances using your phone's camera - perfect for measuring something in your apartment!
The Apple Measure app allows you to measure distances using your phone's camera - perfect for measuring something in your apartment!
Do you have some websites you never want to close?
Do you have some websites you never want to close?
How to Combine pdfs
Open one of the pdfs you want to combine in Files.
iPhone Magnifier App: Vision Accessibility Features for Blind and Low Vision Users
iPhone’s Magnifier app introduces Point and Speak, allowing blind and low vision users to identify and read multiple text labels on physical objects through camera-based text detection.
Close multiple apps at once in the App Switcher
Open the App Switcher and use multiple fingers to swipe several apps away together.
How to turn on grayscale on iPhone
Switch to grayscale to reduce screen temptation and save battery.
How to Block certain websites
Block distracting or adult sites with Screen Time website limits.
Stay on track – get automatic reminders when you message someone!
Stay on track – get automatic reminders when you message someone!
Scrub through the videoplayer and change playback speed
You can now scrub through videos and songs by swiping through the player.
How to Discover your photos on a map
Discover your photos on a map by going to Photos and select Places.
How to Share folder
Share folder Share a notes folder by tapping ...
Quickly set a countdown by long pressing on the timer icon
You can quickly set a countdown by long pressing on the timer icon in the control center.
How to Change the Passcode (or make it shorter)
To make your phone more secure, change your passcode now and then.
Watch video together during a FaceTime call
To share a movie or a TV show together, click on the iPad with a person in front and select the app where it streams, and start playing.
Back up your phone!
Don't risk losing precious data - use iCloud to make a copy of everything.
Assistive Access Layout Options: Grid vs Row Interface for Cognitive Accessibility
Assistive Access on iPhone offers two customizable layout modes: grid-based with large visual icons or row-based with text labels. Designed for users with cognitive disabilities who need simplified, consistent navigation patterns.
How to add subtasks to a reminder
Add subtasks to break big reminders into smaller, trackable steps.
Close unused tabs automatically
Go to Settings Safari Close Tabs.
Reorder System preferences alphabetically
Tired of not finding anything in System Preferences?
Turn yourself into a comic character
- Open Messages and click on the camera - Tap on the star at the bottom left - Select your Memoji and tap out of the dialog - Then select filters and "Comi
How to Optimize your iPhone experience by using it horizontally when charging
Optimize your iPhone experience by using it horizontally when charging, unlocking a whole new level of convenience.
Automatically text friends when you arrive in a city
Create a location-based automation that sends a message when you arrive or leave an area.
How to Save maps offline in Apple Maps
You can now save maps offline in Apple Maps.
Scroll TikTok/Instagram without touching your iPhone
Turn on Voice Control in Settings Accessibility.
How to use Enhance reminders with Siri: Say
Enhance reminders with Siri: Say, "Siri, remind me to take my medicine at 7 in the morning," and Siri will handle it.
How to Set up Face ID alternative appearance if you’re using glasses or masks a lot!
Go to Settings Face ID & Passcode Set up alternative appearance and follow the guide.
How to Use Reader Automatically on selected websites
Turn it on by tapping the two AAs in the address bar and selecting "Show Reader.
How to Bring up undo/redo/copy/paste toolbar
You can bring up a undo/redo/copy/paste toolbar by tapping one time with three fingers.
Turn off “Hey Siri” to save battery
Disable the always-listening wake phrase to reduce power drain.
How to rename a voice memo
Be sure to give your file a new name so you can find it easily in the future.
Disable automatic downloads and app updates
Downloading apps and updating them in the background uses a lot of power.
How to pause a Voice Memo while recording
Pause Voice Memos mid-recording without starting a new file.
How to Share AirTag with others
You can now share an AirTag with others in Find My: Open the Items tab and select an AirTag.
How to trim or delete parts of a Voice Memo
Cut unwanted sections from a Voice Memo before saving.
How to Combine images into a pdf
Go to a folder with the images you want to combine.
How to set up text shortcuts for commonly used tasks
You can set up text shortcuts for commonly used tasks: Go to Settings General Keyboard Text Replacement I use: • @@ for my private email • work@ for work e
Additional menu items or alternate menus
Holding Option (⌥) while having menus open or clicking items in the menu bar will give you additional menu items or alternate menus.
How to Swipe left for instant flashlight
Swipe left for instant flashlight shut-off – no need to click on the icon.
Set your phone permanently on do not disturb
You can still allow certain people to interrupt you or wake you up by turning on «Allow Calls From Favorites»: 1.
How to clear your Safari browsing history
Clear Safari history and website data to remove cached clutter.
Control another iOS device from your iPhone
Use Accessibility > Control Nearby Devices to start or stop media and adjust basics on a second device.
How to Create one-of-a-kind stickers
You can now create stickers directly from the Photos app by long-pressing a subject and tapping "add sticker".
See recently closed tabs
Did you close a tab by mistake?
Power of Quick Notes
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How to adjust Portrait mode aperture for background blur
Control Portrait mode depth to blur your background for a creamy bokeh effect.
Limit app time with Screen Time
Set App Limits and let someone else set the passcode so you stick to your usage goals.
How to replace part of a Voice Memo or continue recording
Replace a section of a Voice Memo or continue recording in the same file.
How to Delete pre-installed apps you don't use
Remove unused Apple apps like GarageBand and Keynote to reclaim nearly 4 GB.
How to Add to Home Screen
You can add all webpages as an app to your Home Screen.
How to quickly clear your iPhone RAM
Free up memory with AssistiveTouch and the power menu shortcut.
How to Organize notes with smart folders
Organize your notes with smart folders: Create a new folder by tapping "New Folder" in the bottom left corner and selecting "Make it Into Smart Folder".
How to automatically offload unused apps
Enable offloading so rarely used apps uninstall while keeping your data.
How to Use your AirPods to isolate a persons voice for clarity
If you have trouble hearing you can use your AirPods to isolate a persons voice for clarity.
Turn on/off Wi-Fi based on locations
Searching for Wi-Fi when not available use a lot of battery.
Take clinical assessments for anxiety and depression to determine if you need to discuss issues with a doctor
Take clinical assessments for anxiety and depression to determine if you need to discuss issues with a doctor.
Reschedule an event with ease
Tap & hold, then navigate to the new day using a second finger and release your event.
How to Share health data
Share your health data with others or check if your closest ones have taken their medicine.
Schedule Facetime in Calendar
When creating a new event in Calendar, click location and add FaceTime.
How to Set up Text Replacement shortcuts
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Separate inbox waiting for replies
There's a separate inbox for emails where you're waiting for replies.
How to Sign documents
If you need to sign a document, open the pdf in Files, and click on the icon with a pen in the bottom right corner.
Delay opening apps that you don’t want to spend time using to be intentional about the usage: 1
Delay opening apps that you don’t want to spend time using to be intentional about the usage: 1.
How to Turn off Raise to Wake
Raise to Wake lets you quickly see notifications on your lock screen every time you lift up your phone, which is not optimal for focus.
How to Turn off Background App Refresh
Apps pulling down data in the background drains battery.
iPhone Assistive Access: Simplified Interface for Cognitive Disabilities
Assistive Access simplifies iPhone apps for users with cognitive disabilities, offering streamlined versions of Camera, Photos, Music, Calls, and Messages with reduced visual complexity and focused workflows.
Print your to-do list as a PDF
Export and print your to-do list as a PDF - get it out of the digital world!
How to Add widgets
Long tap an icon on your home screen until they wiggle.
Limit when and how often apps access your location
Apps accessing your location is a major source of battery drain.
Stop playing music when your iPhone connects to your car
Tired of autoplay when your phone connects to your car?
Copy text from a physical document to note
Scan printed text with the camera and drop it straight into Notes.
How to Change which app that defaults open a certain file type
- Right click on a file - Click on Get Info - Click on Open With - Select the app you want to use from the dropdown menu - Click "Change all"
Support for haptic keyboard
Keyboard haptic mode makes each key press on the iPhone’s software keyboard result in subtle haptic feedback from the Taptic Engine.
How to Share to-do list with partner
Share your to-do list with a partner, assign who should do what, and watch productivity skyrocket: In a to-do list click export and share it with another user.
How to Use your iPhone as a microphone
You can use your iPhone as a microphone for your AirPods by opening the control center, tapping on the ear, and selecting "Live Listen".
The perfect laundry companion
The perfect laundry companion.
Isolate your voice when talking
Let others hear you better by opening Control Center while on a call.
How to turn on grayscale on iPhone
Switch to grayscale to reduce screen temptation and save battery.
How to Add a webpage to your home screen
Download Glimpse from the app store and add a webpage to the app.
How to Share a FaceTime link
You can also share a FaceTime link by clicking "Create Link" in FaceTime.
How to Show only the most relevant calendars with Focus Filters
Go to Settings Focus, select "Add filter" and pick your desired calendar for that focus!
Remap the emoji picker to the Fn key
This makes it much easier to show emojis.
Use Scheduled Summary to cut notification distractions
Batch low-priority alerts so they arrive in a summary instead of interrupting you all day.
There are six different calendar views to get control of your time
- Yearly - Monthly (with and without a list) - Daily - List View - Week View (turn off the portrait orientation lock for this to work)
How to move multiple apps at once on the Home Screen
Move several apps at once when reorganizing your Home Screen.
Get rid of that U2 album from your iPhone
Step-by-step guide to delete the U2 Songs of Innocence album from your iPhone
How to Search across all open tabs
Are you struggling to find that one tab?
Set your phone permanently on do not disturb
You can still allow certain people to interrupt you or wake you up by turning on «Allow Calls From Favorites»: 1.
Set different home screens based on time of day or location: Did you know that you can set different home screens in iOS depending on the time of day or your location?
Set different home screens based on time of day or location: Did you know that you can set different home screens in iOS depending on the time of day or your location?
Jump back faster with a long-press on the back button
Long-press the back button to pick the exact screen you want instead of tapping back repeatedly.
How to automatically delete old messages on iPhone
Automatically remove older texts so message threads stop filling storage.
Store a replica of your voice with "type to speak"
You can now create and securely store a replica of your voice to use with "type to speak".
How to optimize iPhone photo storage with iCloud
Turn on iCloud Photos with Optimize Storage to save space on device.
The easiest way to assess your hearing ability
Dowload Mimi Hearing Test
How to Show battery percentage in the status bar
Go to Settings Battery Turn on Battery Percentage
Enable the one-handed keyboard from the globe icon
Touch and hold the globe to pick the left or right one-handed keyboard for easier thumb typing.
How to Move reminder
Move reminders easily - simply tap & hold a reminder, and keep it held while tapping 'Lists' in the top-left corner.
How to zoom smoothly while filming video
Glide between lenses to keep video zoom smooth while recording.
Never forget a birthday again
Add birthdays to your contacts and their birthdays will appear in your calendar.
How to adjust portrait lighting on only your subject
Brighten just your portrait subject with Lighting adjustments.
How to create an automation that starts when you arrive or leave an area
Change your home screen (or other settings like silencing your phone) when you arrive at work.
How to Annotate documents
To annotate a pdf, open it in Files and click on the pen-icon in a circle.
Disable unwanted App Review Requests
You can disable unwanted App Review Requests by going to "Settings App Store" and deselecting "In-App Ratings & Reviews.
Live Speech for iPhone, iPad, Mac: Text-to-Speech for Speech Disabilities
Live Speech converts typed text to spoken audio on iPhone, iPad, and Mac during phone calls, FaceTime, and face-to-face conversations. Designed for users who are nonverbal, have speech disabilities, or experience progressive voice loss.
How to Set up automatic out-of-office replies
Set up automatic out-of-office replies.
Only turn on WiFi when you know you have a connection
WiFi uses less power than a cellular connection, but detecting WiFi nearby uses a lot of battery.
How to Delete pages from pdfs
Have you gotten a pdf-file where you don’t need every page?
Adding a new todo leverage
When adding a new todo leverage the keyboard bar to quickly add info like: - Due-date - Reminders by location - tag or flag - Image, documents or text (lik
How to Share your full calendar in a few taps
Go to a calendar (or create a new one) and tap the "i" to its right.
Get a reminder on a specific location
How to set up reminders based on location
How to Turn off screen time and Fitness tracking
Disable Screen Time and Fitness tracking to reduce background battery use.
Set music to stop automatically when you fall asleep
Use the Clock app’s timer with “Stop Playing” so audio ends after a set duration.
How to skip silences and enhance Voice Memo playback
Clean up playback by skipping silence and enhancing recordings in Voice Memos.
How to Delete offline content
Remove offline downloads from Netflix and Spotify to free up space.
How to Hide content slot machine apps
Remove addictive “slot machine” apps from your Home Screen.
Audio Sharing on iPhone: Connect Two AirPods to One Device Simultaneously
Audio Sharing lets you stream audio from one iPhone or iPad to two sets of AirPods or Beats headphones simultaneously. Perfect for sharing music, movies, or podcasts without splitters or separate devices.
How to Move the address bar to the top again
iOS 15 moved the address bar to the bottom for easier reachability.
How to Add a link to other notes
Link between related notes so you can jump between ideas quickly.
How to Show album artwork fullscreen
Tap the small artwork to swap your Lock Screen wallpaper and widgets with a fullscreen version of the artwork of the song you’re listening to.
How to set medication reminders in the Health app
Log medications and set reminders so you never miss a dose.
How to create a button for connecting your AirPods
Have trouble connecting your AirPods?
Go to Photos - Click on Albums - Scroll to the bottom and select Duplicates - Click Merge on the images you don’t want duplicates of
- Go to Photos - Click on Albums - Scroll to the bottom and select Duplicates - Click Merge on the images you don’t want duplicates of
Clear cache from other apps
This is a bit tedious since most apps don’t give you access to their cache or other data: 1.
How to Enable low power mode automatically before your battery reaches 20%
Low power mode is automatically enabled when your battery reaches 20%, but you can turn it on earlier to save more: 1.
Customize Left and Right AirPod Controls: Independent Force Sensor Settings
Configure different controls for left and right AirPods Pro, AirPods 3, and AirPods Max. Assign separate functions to each earbud’s force sensor or Digital Crown for noise control, Siri, volume, or playback.
How to Create custom app icons
Open Shortcuts, tap New Shortcut, then tap "Add Action" and select Open App.
Share your location faster with autocorrect
Keep Location Services on so typing “I'm at” suggests your current location instantly.
Read audio messages instantly with transcription
Messages now transcribes voice notes so you can glance at them without pressing play.
How to Move your edit cursor by holding down space
You can move your edit cursor by holding down space and dragging the cursor around.
How to Turn off Raise to Wake
Raise to Wake lets you quickly see notifications on your lock screen every time you lift up your phone, which is not optimal for focus.
How to Switch between the last used apps
You can switch between the last used apps by swiping on the bar at the bottom of your phone.
Post-it is the best way to organize your sticky notes
Post-it is the best way to organize your sticky notes.
Keeping a log of your momentary emotions and daily moods can help you identify patterns and reflect on what impacts your state of mind
Keeping a log of your momentary emotions and daily moods can help you identify patterns and reflect on what impacts your state of mind.
Get full control of your current subscriptions
Apple ID is your passport to all things Apple.
Set different home-screens based on time of day or location
Set different home-screens based on time of day or location:
How to shoot burst photos for fast action
Capture fast action by shooting bursts instead of single shots.
Stay connected with your loved ones by using Check In
Notify your friend or family member automatically when you reach your destination, assuring them of your safe arrival – whether it's your home or elsewhere.
Close all tabs in Safari manually by holding down the new-tab button in your browser or "Done" when viewing all your tabs
Close all tabs in Safari manually by holding down the new-tab button in your browser or "Done" when viewing all your tabs.
How to Turn off Siri suggestions
Siri makes suggestions based on your activity.
How to Delete attachments in messages
Remove large photos and files from Messages to reclaim storage.
Save a full-page screenshot in Safari
Capture an entire webpage and export it as a PDF with the Full Page option.
How to Scan PDFs documents to your note
Scan paper documents into searchable PDF attachments inside Notes.
How to Scan documents
Create pdfs from physical paper by clicking on the three dots in the top right corner of your Files app and click "scan documents.
How to Customize new tab
You can customize how your browser looks when you open a new tab!
The perfect app for Lego lovers!
The perfect app for Lego lovers!
Use Screen Distance to reduce eye strain in children
Turn on Screen Distance so Face ID devices remind kids to hold them at a healthy viewing range.
Fix a typo in the iPhone Calculator app
Swipe left or right on the numbers to delete the last digit without clearing your equation.
How to present your iPhone screenshot or video on an iPhone
Need to present your iPhone screenshot or video on an iPhone?
Express yourself with a personalized Contact Poster
Express yourself with a personalized Contact Poster.
How to Open your pdf in Files
Open your pdf in Files, click on the share button in the bottom left, and then select collaborate under the file-name.
By using screen time you can restrict how much time you use on certain apps
By using screen time you can restrict how much time you use on certain apps.
Don't close apps using the App Switcher
Many battery life guides suggest quitting apps, but this doesn't save battery life and can in fact drain more battery.
How to Swipe left from lock screen to open up camera
You can swipe left from your lock screen to open up your camera!
Resize a window while holding down the Option key
Resize a window while holding down the Option key to resize the window from the center Press Shift to keep the aspect ratio.
How to Use NFC to trigger useful shortcuts
Use old credit cards, or entrance cards or buy NFC stickers and use those to start shortcuts.
Lock any app with Face ID (even if it doesn’t support it)
Open Shortcuts and create new automation: When [app] is opened, Start [timer for 1 second] and select "Stop Playing" under "when timer ends.
Zoom in to anything with your mouse / trackpad
- Open System Preferences - Go to Accessibility - Click on Zoom - Enable "Use scroll gesture with modifier keys to zoom" - You can now zoom by holding Cont
Place iPhone face down
When you're not using your iPhone, place the handset face down.
Mark messages as unread
Swipe right on a message to mark a message as unread.
Don't miss important reminders just because the default sound is too subtle!
Don't miss important reminders just because the default sound is too subtle!
Double-tap to make the text all caps
Double-tap the shift button to make the text all caps when you write
Turn your sound louder on your iPhone
If your music isn't loud enough, even when it's on full blast, try this.
Personalize stickers for iMessage
Personalize stickers for iMessage.
Packing for a trip?
Packing for a trip?
How to add a delay before opening distracting apps
Add a short delay before opening addictive apps to stay mindful.
Personal Voice: AI Voice Cloning for ALS and Speech Loss on iPhone
Personal Voice creates a synthetic replica of your voice on iPhone for users at risk of losing speech from ALS, cancer, or degenerative conditions. Records 15 minutes to generate a personalized text-to-speech voice that integrates with Live Speech.
How to turn Live Photos into long exposure shots
Turn Live Photos into Long Exposure shots for silky motion effects.
How to Create a new focus mode that you activate for vacation
Create a new focus mode that you activate for vacation, which has: - fewer notifications - a cleaner home screen - better battery life - fewer distractions
Set your event time precisely (and faster)
Tap the sliders to bring up a keyboard.
How to Save note as PDF or Word
Save a note as PDF or Word file (hidden feature): Open the note, tap share icon, select Markup, click on the note title.
Pin tabs in Safari
Long-press in the address bar and select "Pin".
Blur your background during a FaceTime call
Tap your video tile, then the profile icon, to enable Portrait blur while on a call.
Upgraded to iOS 16
First off, if you haven’t upgraded to iOS 16, go to Settings General Software Update Download and Install It is available for iPhone 8 and upwards.
Interact with the volume dialog
You can interact with the volume dialog that pops up when you change the volume.
How to turn on Spatial Audio on your AirPods
You probably knew that you can switch between noise cancellation and transparency mode, but you can also turn on Spatial Audio for movies on AirPods Pro.
How to Customize notifications on your lock screen
iOS 16 brought a new default view of notifications in a stack.
How to Pinch three fingers to copy a text
Pinch three fingers together to copy a text that is selected.
How to Speed up iOS search
Speed up Spotlight by hiding photo content from search results.
Cycle Tracking lets you log your period and can also help predict when your next period or fertile window will begin
Cycle Tracking lets you log your period and can also help predict when your next period or fertile window will begin, as well as estimate when you likely ovulated.
How to Turn on your Do Not Disturb during a movie and have it turn off automatically when you leave the location
Turn on your Do Not Disturb during a movie and have it turn off automatically when you leave the location.
How to create a password-protected note
Lock sensitive notes with Face ID or a separate password.
How to Optimise file size
Sometimes a pdf is too large to mail.
Only make phone calls available when your battery goes lower than 5%
When your battery is close to empty, your phone quickly dies.
How to Add text to pdfs
If you need to add text to a pdf, open it in Files.
An app to help you with your circadian rythm and sleep distruption
Developed by world-renowned scientists to help shift workers tackle the underlying problem of circadian and sleep disruption.
How to turn on the camera grid and leveling tool
Add the grid and level tools to frame photos with better composition.
How to Block certain websites
Block distracting or adult sites with Screen Time content limits.
Cut down on notifications
Every time you get a new notification and your screen lights up and vibrate you drain battery quicker.
How to choose which notifications Siri is going to read out loud
You can choose which notifications Siri is going to read out loud to you when wearing your AirPods.
How to Switch between multiple windows of an app when ⌘ + Tab-ing
While ⌘ + Tab-ing, hold down command (⌘) and press the arrow up or arrow down when an app with multiple windows open.
How to Turn on dark mode and turn brightness down
On devices with an OLED display (iPhone X, XS, XS Max, iPhone 11, and iPhone 12), Dark Mode can save quite a bit of battery life, so it's worth enabling: 1.
Widgets can now be interactive
Widgets can now be interactive, allowing you to turn lights on and off, play music, and perform other actions directly from the widgets.
Make your panoramas wider
When taking panoramas you want to show as much as possible of the environment.
Tailor made audio profile for your ear
You can get a tailor made audio profile for your ear — like glasses for your eyes.
Undo or redo with a three-finger swipe
Swipe left with three fingers to undo and right to redo without using the on-screen menu.
Let Siri manage your calendar events
Say "Add a meeting to my calendar," or "Move my 12:00 meeting.
Drag windows around without clicking your trackpad
- Open System Preferences - Go to Accessibility - Click on Pointer Control - Click on Trackpad Options - Check Enable dragging and select "three finger dra
Unnecessary notifications distracts your focus
Unnecessary notifications distracts your focus.
Paste edits between photos
If you have edited an image and want to duplicate your edits you can "Copy Edits" from the context menu.
How to Hide alerts from specific iMessages
Mute alerts for select conversations while keeping messages visible.
How to Hide content slot machine apps
Remove addictive “slot machine” apps from your Home Screen.
Almost everywhere you see a measurement you can long-tap and get a conversion
Almost everywhere you see a measurement you can long-tap and get a conversion.
Cropping an image has never been easier: Simply pinch the photo to zoom in
Cropping an image has never been easier: Simply pinch the photo to zoom in, and a Crop button will appear.
Do a Safety Check
Go to Settings Privacy and Security Safety Check Click Manage Sharing & Access.
How to Add a Recovery Contact in case you forget your password
Go to Settings Apple ID Account Recovery and follow the steps.
How to Hide search on the Home Screen
You might have noticed a search-bar under your icons on the home screen.
How to Set up Text Replacement shortcuts
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