Self-Instruct
Turning off your iPhone is a simple process, but it may not be immediately apparent to someone who is new to the device. Whether you need to turn off your iPhone to conserve battery life, troubleshoot a problem, or simply take a break from technology, the steps are easy to follow and will have your phone powered down in no time.
Step 1: Press and hold the power button
The first step to turning off your iPhone is to locate and press the power button. On most iPhones, this is a small, circular button on the right-hand side of the device. If you have an iPhone X or later, the power button is on the left-hand side of the device, near the bottom.
Hold down the power button until a screen appears that says "Slide to power off". This may take a few seconds, so be patient and keep holding the button until you see the screen.
Step 2: Slide to power off
Once you see the "Slide to power off" screen, use your finger to swipe the slider to the right. This will turn off your iPhone.
If you decide not to turn off your iPhone after all, you can simply press the home button or swipe up from the bottom of the screen (depending on your model of iPhone) to return to your home screen.
Step 3: Wait for your phone to turn off
After you slide the "Slide to power off" slider to the right, your phone will go through a shutting down process. This may take a few seconds, and you may see a spinning wheel on the screen while your phone is turning off.
It's important to wait for your phone to fully shut down before you attempt to turn it back on again. If you try to turn it back on too soon, you may encounter some issues or even damage your phone.
Step 4: Turn your phone back on
To turn your phone back on, simply press and hold the power button again until the Apple logo appears on the screen. This may take a few seconds, so don't be alarmed if it doesn't happen immediately.
Once the logo appears, release the power button and wait for your phone to finish turning on. You'll need to enter your passcode or use Touch ID (depending on your phone model) to unlock your device.
Additional Tips
If you're having trouble turning off your iPhone, there are a few additional tips that may help:
- If your phone isn't responding to the power button, make sure it's not running any intensive apps or processes that may be taking up too much memory. Close all your apps and try again.
- If you're still having trouble, try a hard reset. To do this, press and hold both the power button and the volume down button (or the home button, if you have an iPhone 6S or earlier) for about ten seconds. This should force your phone to turn off and should resolve any issues you're experiencing.
- If your phone is still not responding, it's possible that the battery has run out. Plug your phone into a charger and try again.
Overall, turning off your iPhone is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps. Whether you're troubleshooting a problem or needing a break from technology, following these steps will have your phone off in no time. If you do encounter any issues, don't hesitate to try the additional tips or reach out to Apple support for assistance.