Using your iPhone with your right hand can be made more comfortable with the following tips:
- One-Handed Mode: If you have an iPhone with iOS 11 or later, you can enable One-Handed Mode to make it easier to use your device with one hand:
- Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch.
- Enable One-Handed Keyboard. This will shift your keyboard to the left or right side of the screen.
- To activate it, press and hold the emoji icon on the keyboard and select the right or left keyboard option.
- Adjust Display Settings:
- You can use Display Zoom to make text larger, reducing the need to stretch your thumb. Go to Settings > Display & Brightness > View (under Display Zoom) and select Larger Text.
- Use Reachability: This feature allows you to bring the top of the screen down so you can reach it more easily:
- Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch and enable Reachability.
- To activate it, swipe down on the bottom edge of the screen (on iPhones with Face ID) or double-tap the home button (on iPhones with a Home button).
- Shortcut Gestures: Learn and practice using gestures that allow you to navigate easily:
- Swipe to navigate between apps, pages, and menus.
- Use the back swipe gesture from the left edge of the screen to return to the previous page.
- Positioning Your Phone: Hold your iPhone in a way that allows you to easily reach all corners:
- Cradle the phone in your right hand, using your fingers to support the bottom and your thumb to navigate.
- Adjust App Layout: You can organize your apps on your home screen to ensure frequently used apps are more accessible:
- Move important apps to the bottom of your screen where they’re easier to reach with your thumb.
- Quick Access Settings: You can enable frequently used settings in Control Center for easy access:
- Go to Settings > Control Center and customize it to include the controls you use most often.
By implementing these tips, you can enhance your experience using your iPhone with your right hand.
