iPhone Hacks I bet you didn’t know!! 📲

Okay, so I have to share one of the BEST iPhone hacks I've discovered recently, especially if you're like me and always looking for ways to make your phone even more efficient! We're talking about AssistiveTouch custom actions. I used to think AssistiveTouch was just for accessibility needs, but oh my goodness, it's a productivity superpower hidden right in your iPhone settings screen for AssistiveTouch! First off, if you've never used it, AssistiveTouch puts a floating button on your screen that you can move anywhere. It's like having an extra, customizable secret button for all your frequent actions. I used to struggle to take quick screenshots or reach the top of my screen with one hand, but not anymore! Here’s how you can enable it and then customize it to totally change your iPhone game: Step 1: Turn on AssistiveTouch Go to your iPhone's Settings app. Scroll down and tap on Accessibility. Under the 'Physical and Motor' section, tap on Touch. Then, just toggle AssistiveTouch to 'On'. You'll see a white, circular button pop up on your screen. Don't worry, you can drag it wherever it's most convenient for you! Step 2: Customize Your Custom Actions This is where the magic happens! Once AssistiveTouch is on, you'll see options to customize what happens when you interact with that floating button. Based on my own experience, these are the game-changers for iOS AssistiveTouch custom actions: Single-Tap: What do you want to happen with one tap? I've set mine to 'Home' because reaching the physical home button (or swiping up on newer iPhones) can sometimes be a stretch. Other popular choices include 'Open Menu' (to access more options), 'Notification Center', or 'Control Center'. Double-Tap: This is where I put my screenshot action! Seriously, taking a screenshot with a double-tap on that little floating button is SO much easier than fiddling with the side buttons. It's especially useful for capturing those fleeting moments or quickly saving info. This is a must-try for everyone struggling with the traditional button combination for screenshots. Long Press: For my long press, I've assigned 'Lock Screen'. It's super handy when I just want to quickly put my phone to sleep without fumbling for the side button. You can also assign things like 'Mute', 'Volume Up/Down', or even specific 'Siri Shortcuts' if you have those set up. Pro Tip: Customise Top Level Menu Don't forget to check out 'Customise Top Level Menu' right above the custom actions. Here, you can decide which icons appear when you tap the AssistiveTouch button once (if you haven't assigned 'Open Menu' to a tap). I usually keep 'Home', 'Notification Center', 'Device', and 'Control Center' here, but you can swap them out for things like 'Siri', 'Reachability', or even 'App Switcher'. It's all about making your iPhone work *for you*. Experiment with different combinations to find what works best for your daily habits. Trust me, once you start using these custom actions, you'll wonder how you ever lived without them. It makes using your iPhone so much smoother and faster. Give it a try and tell me your favorite custom setup!