Focus lets you customize many different modes to determine when you get notifications and from whom. But what happens when Focus mode doesn't work as intended: letting notifications through, not sending notifications you wanted, not showing notifications when your phone is unlocked? Let's go over what you can do about these common Focus mode issues.
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How to See Old Notifications on iPhone
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
While you can't view cleared notifications on your iPhone, there is a way to catch up on any notifications you might have missed. If you just navigated away and now you can't find a specific notification, you're in luck. We'll go over how to see past notifications on your iPhone, and what to do if you actually did clear a notification you want to see again.
Apple Watch Zoomed In? How to Zoom Out on Apple Watch
By Leanne Hays
Have you had the issue where your Apple Watch becomes zoomed in and won't zoom out? If your Apple Watch is seemingly zooming in by itself, it's probably because the Zoom accessibility feature became enabled. Thankfully, you can still navigate your Apple Watch while zoomed by using two fingers to scroll instead of one, but this can make it more difficult to use your watch. Here's how to zoom out on Apple Watch.
Solved: How to Turn Off Apple Maps Suggestions
By Rachel Needell
Are you getting Apple Maps suggestions telling you how long it would take to arrive at certain locations? Or are you getting Apple Maps notifications that keep popping up, telling you about traffic in the area? If you want to turn off Apple Maps suggestions, there's three potential solutions I'd recommend trying.
Why does a call go straight to voicemail without ringing? The culprit may be a setting like Do Not Disturb, Focus modes, or Silence Unknown Callers. There are several more things to check if those settings aren't to blame. Here's how to stop calls from going straight to voicemail on your iPhone.
Message Blocking Is Active: What It Means & How to Fix It
By Rhett Intriago
It can be frustrating to try to send a text only to receive a message back telling you that message blocking is active. The message simply reads, "Free Msg: Unable to send message - Message blocking is active," and provides no context or further information on how to turn off message blocking. Let's go over the "message blocking is active" meaning and how you can turn it off.
How to Block Emails on iPhone & iPad
By Leanne Hays
If you've ever wondered how to block email on iPhone using the Mail app, keep reading. We'll show you how to keep unwanted senders out of your inbox.
The 10 Best Widgets for iPhone (Third-Party Widgets)
By Olena Kagui
These third-party apps and widgets are not just pretty; they're also practical. The best iPhone widgets will give you updates and important information without requiring you to open the app. These are our top recommendations for third-party widgets for your iPhone.
How to Stop AirPods from Switching Devices
By Rhett Intriago
If you use multiple Apple devices and use your AirPods between them, you’ve probably noticed how they’ll automatically switch between devices depending on which one is currently playing media. For some devices, you might not want the switch to happen automatically. Find out how to stop AirPods from connecting to other phones.
The Quickest Way to Connect to Wi-Fi on iPhone & iPad
By Leanne Hays
Do you know how to connect to Wi-Fi, change the network you're using, and how to turn off Wi-Fi directly from your iPhone or iPad's Control Center? This method is much quicker than sorting through the Settings app to find available networks. Let's get started learning how to access your iPhone Wi-Fi settings via the Control Center.
App Not Showing on iPhone? How to Find Missing Apps
By Erin MacPherson
Are you finding that newly downloaded apps are no longer appearing on your Home Screen? Your App Library settings may have been changed accidentally, or with an update. If your recently downloaded apps are not showing up, we’ll explain why and how to fix it for good.
Can You Disable the App Library?
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
How to Delete Number on iPhone Calculator
By Sarah Kingsbury
Have you ever gone to the Calculator app on your iPhone and start entering a long number, but you mistype a digit or two? You don't have to delete the whole equation, just tap a will do the trick! Here’s how to delete digits in the iPhone Calculator app.
How to Transfer Photos from iPhone to Computer—PC or Mac
By Cullen Thomas
If you want to know how to transfer photos from iPhone to a PC or Mac, you have lots of options. Whether you're looking to move photos from iPhone to Mac or transfer iPhone photos to PC, the process is not as complex as you might think. Transfers between Apple devices are pretty simple, and for PC owners, we've found some easy methods (including the solutions that Microsoft doesn't advertise). Let's cover how to transfer photos from iPhone to computer easily!
Fixed: App Not Appearing on Your Home Screen
By Sarah Kingsbury
If an app has disappeared from your Home Screen, you should check your App Library and look for any hidden Home Screens. If those solutions don't work, check the app's installation status through Siri Search or the App Store. Whatever the reason you can't find an app, we'll show you how to add an app back to the Home Screen of your iPhone.
Frozen iPhone App? How to Close Apps on iPhone
By Conner Carey
Unresponsive or frozen iPhone app? Learn how to close a frozen app on iPhone with the built-in App Switcher. You can force quit apps open on iPhone with a few swipes.
How to Find Files You Downloaded on iPhone
By Leanne Hays
When you download a file on your iPhone, where does it go? If it's a file like a PDF or .epub, you can find it in the Files app. Here's how to find downloaded files on your iPhone.
How to Find Downloads on iPhone from Safari
By Rhett Intriago
Like any web browser, you can use Safari to download files to your iPhone. But you need to know how to find downloads on Safari after you save them. In this article, we'll go over where to see downloads in Safari on your iPhone and iPad.
How to Fix iPhone Calendar Search Not Working
By Olena Kagui
If the search is not working on your iPhone’s Calendar app, it could be caused by an incorrect setting, lack of iCloud storage, syncing problems, or a glitch. I’ll teach you how to quickly troubleshoot the causes for all possible iPhone Calendar not searching issues in minutes.
How to Delete Multiple Apps on iPhone—3 Ways
By Rachel Needell
Is there a way to mass delete apps on iPhone or iPad? Years ago, Apple used to allow you to bulk delete apps on your devices by going into iTunes. While this feature doesn't exist anymore, there are still a few ways you can delete apps on iPhone. Let's go over the fastest ways to delete apps on iPhone and iPad.