Tips apply to any iOS equipment with a Home button, including the iPod touch and iPad.
Apple didn’t put that feature there as a workaround to broken buttons.
If that’s the case, you’re out of luck.
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Using that requires getting into the options app.
you’re gonna wanna get the button fixed.
Before deciding where to get it fixed,check to see if your iPhone is still under warranty.
There, you’ll get an expert repair that maintains your warranty coverage.
If your phone is under warranty and you get it repaired somewhere else, you may forfeit your warranty.
In that case, it’s possible for you to consider getting it fixed by an independent repair shop.
The iPhone X and newer models don’t have a home button at all.
Learn how to perform common tasks on those models iniPhone X Home Button Basics.
