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How to Switch Off Double Tap Screenshot on Your iPhone
You activate the screenshot when using an iPhone by double-tapping it at the back. But, if you don’t want this to happen, there’s a way to shut off the double-tap feature.
iPhones have a double or triple tap function at the back. When you tap at the iPhone’s back, there are some tasks that you can do. Among them is taking a screenshot of the image or content on your screen at that moment.
However, you can turn it off if you don’t want to use this accessibility feature. The Settings app is the right place to switch off the double-tap function. Here, you set the function as ‘none’ since iPhones don’t have a toggle switch for Back Tap.
Start by checking the settings on your phone. Once you confirm the Double Tap function is set in the screenshot, you can proceed to change this by shutting it off. Follow the steps below for a quick change.
- Head to ‘Settings’ on your iPhone
- Open ‘Accessibility’
- Choose ‘Touch’
- Check the bottom part and select ‘Back Tap.’
- Select ‘Double Tap’
- Choose ‘None,’ which appears at the top of the list on your screen
This will cause the Double Tap function to cease working even when taping the back area.
How to Shut off Triple Tap Action on Your iPhone
At times you can use triple-tap for a screenshot. It’s also another way to perform different iPhone actions. When you want to disable the triple-tap action, follow the following steps on your iPhone.
- Head to ‘Settings’ on your iPhone
- Open ‘Accessibility’
- Choose ‘Touch’
- Check the bottom part and select ‘Back Tap.’
- Select ‘Triple Tap’
- Choose ‘None’, which appears at the top of the list on your screen
What Functions Can I Assign to Back Tap on iPhone?
Besides taking screenshots, the Double Tap action on your iPhone has many uses. The following are some of the actions that you can assign to Back Tap.
- Mute your Phone
- Open the App Switcher
- Go to Home Screen
- Open the Control Center
- Turn the Volume Up and Down
- Open the Notification Center
- Select Lock Screen
- Open the Notification Center
Also, check out the shortcut app. It enables you to add shortcuts to different areas on the shortcut app of an iPhone.
How Does iPhone Sense Back Tap?
iPhones from iPhone 8 onwards rely on the accelerometer to detect taps at the phone’s back. But, before using the Back Tap, you have to access ‘Settings’ and then choose between double or triple tap.
Double Tap works well to launch shortcuts or different actions on your iPhone. This is where you enable or disable its function.
Can You Do Back Tap on iPhone 7?
Back Tap is an awesome feature that you can use on your iPhone. However, if you have an iPhone 7, you won’t have this function. The Back-Tap function is only available in the following iPhone models.
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone X
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE
- iPhone 11 series
- iPhone 12 series
- iPhone 13 series
Why Is the Back Tap of My iPhone Not Working?
At times you want to use the iPhone back tap for other functions. But, for some reason, you wake up one morning, and the function isn’t working.
The iPhone Back Tap stops working when you disable it. However, this is not the only cause for the function failing to respond to a double or triple tap. You won't have the Back Double-tap function if you have an iPhone 7 or other series that predates the iPhone 8.
Another cause of the Back Tap failing to work is that you’re using a bulky or thick casing. Check the thickness of the phone casing you have before proceeding. Usually, thick phone casings make it hard for the phone sensor to detect finger taps.
In addition, Back Tap can stop working on iPhones because of a glitch. Just like you have to restart your computer, it’s also important to restart your phone. Glitches happen, and the best way to correct them is to restart the device.
When using an iPhone, you must force restart it if the Back Tap fails. Restarting iPhone 8 and onwards, you have to:
- Press the volume up and release as quickly as you can
- Press the volume down and release as quickly as you can
- Press the side button on your iPhone and hold until the Apple logo pops up on the screen
This is the best way to restart an iPhone so that you can restore the Back Tap function. Also, consider updating the OS version you have on the phone. Sometimes the Back Tap and other functions fail because you’re using an outdated OS.
The best way to update your OS on your iPhone is:
- Go to ‘Settings’
- Tap on ‘General’
- Select ‘Software Update’
Check for the latest update and click on ‘Automatic Updates’. Proceed to toggle on ‘Download iOS updates’ and ‘Install iOS’ updates. Wait for the software update to complete, then reset your iPhone Back Tap. Test to check if it’s working after updating the OS.
If push comes to shove, you might be forced to reset all settings to restore the Back Tap function. This is a useful method of restoring the function of the iPhone. Follow the following steps when you want to do a complete reset.
- Head to ‘Settings’
- Tap on ‘General’
- Select ‘Transfer or Reset’ iPhone
- Tap on ‘Reset all settings’
- Confirm the action by tapping on ‘Reset all settings’ once more
- Wait for your iPhone to reboot, then reset the Back-Tap option.
Does Apple Back Tap Work with Case?
Apple Back Tap works with a case. So, you can still have your case on when you want to use the function. However, ensure you only use a thin casing for your phone.
Thick iPhone casings will block the sensor from receiving your finger taps. It’s one of the reasons why your Double Tap function might not be working effectively.
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