Summary of 64 Hidden iPhone Tips and Tricks You Never Knew About

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    Get More iPhone Storage:

    Ever feel like your iPhone storage is always full? You’re not alone! But, there are some simple tricks you can use to free up space on your phone. One of the most effective ways is to clean out your phone’s RAM. This can significantly reduce the amount of storage your apps use.

    • **Older iPhone with Home Button:** Hold down the “power” button, wait until you see the “slide to power off” option, and then hold down the “home” button.
    • **Newer iPhone with Face ID:**
      • Enable Assistive Touch in your iPhone Settings by going to Accessibility > Touch and toggling on Assistive Touch.
      • Press and hold the “power” button and the “volume up” button until the “slide to power off” option appears.
      • Tap the Assistive Touch icon (gray circle), and then hold the “home” button.

    Make Your iPhone Screen Smaller:

    If you find yourself struggling to reach the top of your iPhone screen with one hand, there are a couple of handy tricks you can use. These tricks make your iPhone screen more accessible, especially for one-handed texting.

    • **Shift the Keyboard:** Hold the emoji button and select one of the keyboards on either side to move it closer to your left or right palm.
    • **Move the Entire Screen:** Swipe downward at the base of the screen (where you’ll notice a horizontal line) to shift the entire top of the iPhone screen down. (For older phones, tap the home button twice.)

    Discover What Your iPhone Knows About You:

    Worried about your privacy? It’s a good idea to check out what your iPhone has been collecting about you. Here’s how:

    • **Check Your Location History:** In Settings, go to Privacy > Location Services > System Services. Scroll down to Significant Locations to see where you’ve been and how long you spent there. You can clear this history or turn off the feature.

    Streamline Your Tasks with iPhone Shortcuts:

    Save time and effort with iPhone shortcuts! These are like mini-programs you can create to automate tasks, like sending a pre-written text, setting a timer, or launching multiple apps at once.

    Protect Yourself from iPhone Location Tracking:

    While your iPhone offers many benefits, it’s also important to be aware of how it tracks your location. You can manage your location settings and privacy.

    More iPhone Tips and Tricks:

    Beyond these tips, there are many other iPhone tricks and settings that can enhance your experience.

    • **iPhone Settings Exploration:** Take time to explore the various iPhone settings and discover features you may not be aware of, such as customizing your iPhone screen, managing notifications, and finding helpful Accessibility options.
    • **Unlocking iPhone’s Potential:** With a little exploration, you can unlock your iPhone's full potential and make the most of its capabilities.

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