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Zoom mode is a feature that iPhones have to make the screen easier to read for people with impaired vision. However, it can be frustrating if your iPhone is stuck in zoom mode. It can make your iPhone hard to navigate. Luckily, you can do a few easy things to fix this. This wikiHow article teaches you how to fix an iPhone stuck in zoom mode.
How to Fix an iPhone Stuck in Zoom
Double-tap the screen with three fingers to exit zoom mode. You can also turn off Zoom mode in Settings > Accessibility > Zoom .
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1Turn Zoom off in the settings menu. If you can access the Settings menu, you can disable zooming in the Accessibility menu . This will prevent you from accidentally zooming in or out with the three-finger gesture in the future. Use the following steps to disable zooming in the Settings menu: [1] X Research source
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap Accessibility .
- Tap Zoom .
- Toggle "Zoom" off.
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1Use the reverse-pinch gesture to zoom out. The pinch gesture is the most common gesture used to zoom in and out on mobile phones. This usually works in specific apps like your web browser, social media, or photos. To zoom out with the reverse-pinch gesture, place your thumb and index finger on the screen spread apart. Then slide them close together while keeping them on your screen. [2] X Research source
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1Disable zooming in iTunes or Finder. If you cannot access the Settings menu on your iPhone, you can disable zooming using the Finder on Mac, or iTunes on Windows. Use the following steps to do so: [3] X Research source
- Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB or Lightning cable.
- Open the Finder on Mac (Catalina and above) or iTunes on Windows.
- Click your iPhone in the menu bar to the left.
- Click Configure Accessibility .
- Uncheck the box next to "Zoom."
- Click Ok .
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1Force-restart your iPhone. This will reset all temporary settings and clear out any minor bugs and glitches you may be experiencing. Use one of the following steps to force-restart your iPhone , depending on which model you have: [4] X Research source
- iPhone 8 and above: Quickly press the Volume Up button followed by the Volume Down button. Then press and hold the Side/Power button on the right side until the Apple logo appears on the screen.
- iPhone 7: Press and hold the Volume Down button and Side/Power button on the right side until the Apple logo appears on the screen.
- iPhone 6 and earlier: Press and hold the Power button and Home button until the Apple logo appears on the screen.
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1Reset your iPhone settings to their default. If your iPhone is being difficult and won't come out of Zoom mode, you can try resetting the settings. This will restore all your iPhone settings to their defaults. This will not erase any data or files on your iPhone. However, it will reset your network settings, location settings, privacy settings, and more. Use the following steps to reset your iPhone settings:
- Open the Settings menu.
- Tap General .
- Tap Transfer or Reset iPhone
- Tap Reset .
- Tap Reset All Settings .
- Follow the prompts to reset your iPhone settings.
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1Reset your iPhone to its factory settings. If all else fails, you can try factory resetting your iPhone. This will reset all your iPhone settings and erase all data and files on your iPhone. However, if you have a backup, you can restore your iPhone from a backup once it is reset. Use the following steps to factory-reset your iPhone:
- Open the Settings menu.
- Tap General .
- Tap Transfer or Reset iPhone
- Tap Erase All Content and Settings
- Follow the prompts to complete the factory reset.
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1Call customer service. If you've tried everything and your iPhone is still stuck in Zoom mode, there is likely an issue with the software or hardware. You'll need to contact Apple or your mobile carrier. You will need to have your iPhone fixed or replaced. Use one of the following steps to contact Apple Support :
- You can submit a request for support at https://getsupport.apple.com/ .
- You can contact Apple Support at 1-800–275–2273
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