Think you know your iPhone inside and out? Think again. Apple packs powerful features into iOS, many of which are easy to miss. Whether you’re an iPhone newbie or a seasoned user, these 10 hidden iPhone features will surprise you — and make your phone even smarter!
1. Back Tap to Launch Apps or Actions
You can double or triple tap the back of your iPhone to take screenshots, open apps, or trigger shortcuts.
👉 How to Enable:
Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap
2. Hidden Trackpad in Keyboard
Turn your keyboard into a mini trackpad by long-pressing the spacebar — perfect for precise cursor movement.
3. Measure Objects with the Measure App
Your iPhone has a built-in measuring tool using augmented reality. Great for quick, on-the-go measurements.
👉 Open the Measure app from your home screen or App Library.
4. Drag and Drop Between Apps
You can drag photos, links, and text from one app to another (like from Safari to Notes or Messages).
5. Scan Documents with the Notes App
Turn physical papers into digital files instantly.
👉 Open Notes > Tap Camera Icon > Choose Scan Documents
6. Silence Unknown Callers
Tired of spam calls? Silence all unknown numbers automatically.
👉 Go to Settings > Phone > Silence Unknown Callers
7. Quick Timer from Control Center
Press and hold the Timer icon in Control Center to set quick timers without opening the Clock app.
8. Set Custom Vibrations
Create personalized vibration patterns for different contacts.
👉 Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone > Vibration > Create New Vibration
9. Hide Photos in Hidden Album
Move private photos to a hidden album — and even hide the hidden album itself!
👉 Photos App > Select Image > Share > Hide
Then go to Settings > Photos > Show Hidden Album
10. Use Siri to Find Specific Photos
Just say, “Hey Siri, show me photos from Goa in 2022,” and Siri will pull them up instantly.
Final Thoughts
These iPhone features might be hidden, but they’re incredibly useful once you start using them. Take a few minutes to try these out — you’ll likely find your iPhone experience faster, smarter, and more fun!
