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Adjust the onscreen and external keyboard settings on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
You can adjust the onscreen (software) keyboard on iPhone. If you use an external (hardware) keyboard with iPhone, you can customize keyboard shortcuts and change settings such as the key repeat rate. Set the onscreen keyboard to display only uppercase letters If you have difficulty seeing the onscreen keyboard, you can set it to display only uppercase letters. Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Keyboards, then turn off Show Lowercase Keys.
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Create and manage Hide My Email addresses in Settings on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
When you subscribe to iCloud+, you can use Hide My Email to keep your personal email address private. With Hide My Email, you can generate unique, random email addresses that forward to your personal email account, so you don’t have to share your real email address when filling out forms or signing up for newsletters on the web, or when sending email. You can create and manage Hide My Email addresses in Settings .
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Recognize sounds using iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
Your iPhone can continuously listen for certain sounds—such as a crying baby, doorbell, or siren—and notify you when it recognizes these sounds. Note: Don’t rely on your iPhone to recognize sounds in circumstances where you may be harmed or injured, in high-risk or emergency situations, or for navigation. Set up Sound Recognition Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Sound Recognition, then turn on Sound Recognition. Tap Sounds, then turn on the sounds you want iPhone to recognize.
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Hear iPhone speak the screen, selected text, and typing feedback

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
Even if VoiceOver is turned off, you can have iPhone speak selected text or the entire screen. iPhone can also provide feedback and speak text corrections and suggestions as you type. Change the speech settings Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Spoken Content. Adjust any of the following: Speak Selection: To hear text you selected, tap the Speak button. Speak Screen: To hear the entire screen, swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen.
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Control the location information you share on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
You control whether iPhone and apps have information about your location. To figure out where you are when getting directions, setting up meetings, and more, Location Services uses information (when available) from GPS networks, your Bluetooth connections, your local Wi-Fi networks, and your cellular network. When an app is using Location Services, appears in the status bar. When you set up iPhone, you’re asked if you want to turn on Location Services.
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Use Switch Control on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
After you set up Switch Control, you can use the following methods to select an item on the screen: Item scanning: The focus moves (automatically or manually) from one item to the next until you select an item; this is the default scanning method. Point scanning: You select an item on the screen by pinpointing it with scanning crosshairs. Head tracking: You move your head to control a pointer on the screen. You can also use facial expressions to perform actions.
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Clear your cache in Safari on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Multitask with Picture, Manage purchases
| Apple
In the Safari app , you can erase your browsing history and data to clear the cache on your iPhone. This removes the history of websites you visited and recent searches from your device. This process also removes the cookies and permissions you granted to websites to use your location or send you notifications. Note: Clearing your browsing history in Safari doesn’t clear any browsing histories kept independently by websites you visited.
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Turn on or schedule a Focus on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Manage purchases, Read PDFs
| Apple
To use a Focus, you can turn it on directly in Control Center, or schedule it to turn on automatically. Turn on a Focus in Control Center Open Control Center, tap Focus, then tap the Focus you want to turn on (for example, Do Not Disturb). Note: If another Focus is already on, it turns off when you tap the new one. To choose an ending point for the Focus, tap , select an option (such as “For 1 hour” or “Until I leave this location”), then tap again.
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Get extensions to customize Safari on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Manage purchases, Read PDFs
| Apple
In the Safari app , you can install extensions to customize the way your browser works. For example, extensions can help you find coupons when shopping, block content on websites, give you access to features from other apps, and more. View and add Safari extensions Go to Settings  > Safari, then tap Extensions. Tap More Extensions to browse through extensions in the App Store. When you find one you want, tap the price, or if the app is free, tap Get, then follow the onscreen instructions.
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Cut, copy, and paste between iPhone and other devices

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
You can use Universal Clipboard to cut or copy content (a block of text or an image, for example) on your iPhone, then paste it on iPad, on another iOS device, or on a Mac, and vice versa. Note: For information about cutting, copying, and pasting text within or between apps only on your iPhone, see Select, cut, copy, and paste text on iPhone.
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Download or bookmark the iPhone User Guide

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
You can view the iPhone User Guide in the Safari app , or download it to the Books app so you can read it even when you’re offline. View and bookmark the user guide in Safari In Safari, go to https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone. To view the user guide in a different language, scroll down to the bottom of the page, tap the country or region link (United States, for example), then choose a country or region.
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Automatically fill in your information in Safari on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
In the Safari app , use AutoFill to automatically fill in credit card information, contact information, and user names and passwords. Set up AutoFill You can save your personal information or credit card number on your iPhone to speed up filling in online forms and making purchases. Go to Settings  > Safari > AutoFill. Do any of the following: Set up contact info: Turn on Use Contact Info, tap My Info, then choose your contact card.
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Add music to iPhone and listen offline

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
In the Music app , Apple Music subscribers can add and download songs and videos from Apple Music. You can stream music you add to iPhone when you have an internet connection. To play music when you’re not connected to the internet, you must first download it. Note: You can’t add and download music in the Apple Music Voice Plan. For more information, see the Apple Support article About Apple Music Voice.
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Share your internet connection from iPhone

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| Apple
You can use Personal Hotspot to share a cellular internet connection from your iPhone to other devices. Personal Hotspot is useful when the other devices don’t have internet access from a Wi-Fi network. Note: Personal Hotspot is not available with all carriers. Additional fees may apply. The number of devices that can join your Personal Hotspot at one time depends on your carrier and iPhone model. Contact your carrier for more information.
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Turn on iCloud Private Relay on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
When you subscribe to iCloud+, you can use iCloud Private Relay to help prevent websites and network providers from creating a detailed profile about you. When iCloud Private Relay is turned on, the traffic leaving your iPhone is encrypted and sent through two separate internet relays. This prevents websites from seeing your IP address and location and network providers from collecting your browsing activity.
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Cut, copy, and paste between iPad and other devices

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By Your iPad, What’s new, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
Select version: Modifying this control will update this page automatically Search this guide iPad User Guide Welcome Supported models iPad mini 4 iPad mini (5th generation) iPad mini (6th generation) iPad (5th generation) iPad (6th generation) iPad (7th generation) iPad (8th generation) iPad (9th generation) iPad Air 2 iPad Air (3rd generation) iPad Air (4th generation) iPad Air (5th generation) iPad Pro 9.7-inch iPad Pro 10.5-inch iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd...
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Connect iPad to a display with a cable

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By Your iPad, What’s new, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
With the appropriate cable or adapter, you can connect your iPad to a secondary display, like a computer display, TV, or projector. To extend the workspace of your Mac by connecting it to your iPad, see Use iPad as a second display for your Mac.
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Unlock your door with a home key on iPhone

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| Apple
Some lock makers provide the ability to unlock your door with a home key in Apple Wallet on your compatible iPhone and Apple Watch (Series 4 and later). You add a home key to Apple Wallet with the Home app on your iPhone. When you have a home key on your iPhone or Apple Watch, place your device near the lock to unlock it. You can use the Home app to share access with other people. Set up a home key Add a supported lock to the Home app. Choose an unlocking option.
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Add or change keyboards on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
You can turn typing features, such as spell checking, on or off; add keyboards for writing in different languages; and change the layout of your onscreen or wireless keyboard. If you add keyboards for other languages, you can type in two languages without having to switch between keyboards. Your keyboard automatically switches between the two languages you use most often. (Not available for all languages.) Add or remove a keyboard for another language Go to Settings  > General > Keyboard.
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Manage App Store purchases, subscriptions, settings, and restrictions on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
In the App Store app , you can manage subscriptions and review and download purchases made by you or other family members. You can also set restrictions and customize your preferences for the App Store in Settings . Approve purchases with Family Sharing With Family Sharing set up, the family organizer can review and approve purchases made by other family members under a certain age. See Turn on Ask to Buy for a child.
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Turn iPhone off or on

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
| Apple
Select version: Modifying this control will update this page automatically Search this guide iPhone User Guide Welcome Supported models iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone XR iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 7 iPhone 7 Plus iPhone 6s iPhone 6s Plus iPhone SE (1st generation) What’s new in iOS 15 Turn on and set...
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Set separation alerts in case you leave an AirTag or item behind in Find My on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
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iOS 15 Search this guide iPhone User Guide Welcome Supported models iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone XR iPhone XS iPhone XS Max iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 8 Plus iPhone 7 iPhone 7 Plus iPhone 6s iPhone 6s Plus iPhone SE (1st generation) What’s new in iOS 15 Turn on and set up iPhone Wake and unlock Set up cellular service Connect to the...
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Turn on and practice VoiceOver on iPhone

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By What’s new, Learn gestures, Add widgets, Manage purchases
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You can practice VoiceOver gestures in a special area without affecting iPhone or its settings. When you practice a gesture, VoiceOver describes the gesture and the resulting action. Try different techniques to discover which works best for you. If a gesture doesn’t work, try a quicker movement, especially for a double-tap or swipe gesture. To swipe, try brushing the screen quickly with your finger or fingers.
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Force restart iPhone

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| Apple
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iPhone User Guide

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| Apple Podcasts
Take your best shot Use your iPhone to take great photos and videos that reflect your style and creativity. From a candid photo to a Cinematic mode video—you can take them all with your iPhone camera. Take amazing photos and videos Keep in touch Use iPhone to share experiences and make connections in new ways. Stay connected Find your focus Use iPhone features such as Focus and Screen Time to help you reduce distractions, manage your time, and stay in the moment.
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