Have you ever wished you could launch shortcuts on your iPhone with just a tap? Well, with the new Back Tap feature in iOS 14, you can! This handy function allows you to customize double and triple taps on the back of your iPhone to trigger shortcut automations, accessibility tools, and iOS system actions. In this article, we’ll show you how to set up and use Back Tap to make your iPhone experience even more convenient.
Setting Up Back Tap on Your iPhone
First, let’s go through the steps to enable and configure the Back Tap feature on your iPhone:
- Launch the Settings app and tap “Accessibility”.
- In the Physical and motor section, tap “Play”.
- Scroll to the bottom and tap “Play Back”.
- Tap “Double tap” or “Triple tap” to select the gesture you want to set.
- Choose the function, command, or shortcut you want to assign to the selected gesture. If you’ve already set up shortcuts using the Shortcuts app, they will appear under “Shortcuts” at the bottom of the page.
- Tap “Back Tap” at the top left to save your shortcut. You can either assign a command to the other gesture or stop at this point.
Unlocking the Potential of Back Tap
Now that you have set up Back Tap, let’s explore some of the amazing possibilities it offers:
- Q: Can I use Back Tap to quickly access Control Center?
A: Absolutely! Simply assign Control Center to a double tap or triple tap gesture and enjoy instant access to your most frequently used settings. - Q: How can I take a screenshot without pressing any buttons?
A: With Back Tap, taking a screenshot is a breeze. Just assign the screenshot command to a double tap or triple tap gesture, and you’re good to go.
Discover More Shortcuts and Enhancements
In addition to the examples above, you can explore various other shortcuts, automations, and system actions that Back Tap can activate. From enabling accessibility tools like AssistiveTouch, VoiceOver, and Zoom, to creating custom automations with the Shortcuts app, the options are endless.
Keep in mind that Back Tap works not only from the home screen, but also from within apps, including third-party apps, and even from the iPhone lock screen.
Unlock the full potential of your iPhone with the Back Tap feature and enjoy a more efficient and personalized user experience.
We hope this guide has been helpful in showing you how to launch shortcuts by tapping back on your iPhone. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out via our contact forum. And if you found this article useful, don’t forget to share it with your friends and family to spread the knowledge!
Thank you for reading! Stay tapped in to all the new features and updates coming to your iPhone.
