How to Delete a Focus on iPhone in Seconds (2023)

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Focus modes on iPhone are useful for staying on task when working, spending time with family, or even just going to bed. If you no longer use a specific Focus or you are experiencing issues with notifications or calls not coming through, you can remove a Focus from your iPhone.

Why You’ll Love This Tip

• Remove Focus modes that you no longer use.
• Help resolve bugs related to notifications or calls not coming through.

How to Remove Focus on iPhone

If you’re not receiving notifications or calls, and you already tried to turn off Focus mode, you might be experiencing a bug related to your Focus modes. For more useful iPhone productivity advice, be sure to sign up for our Tip of the Day newsletter. Now, here’s how to delete Focus on iPhone:

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1. Open the Settings app, and tap Focus.
   
   
2. Tap the Focus that you want to delete.
   
   
3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and tap Delete Focus.
   
   
4. Tap Delete Focus again to confirm.
   
   
5. Repeat this process for each Focus that you want to delete.
   
   

Now that you know how to delete Focus modes on iPhone, you can remove the ones that you don’t use. Next, find out how to let your Favorites contact you when a Focus is active.