Find out everything you need to know about how Control Center works in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16.
The Control center of iPhone there iPad It is one of the most used elements in operating systems. iOS16 there iPadOS 16. It is, to put it in a way, the nerve center where everything is cooked, the place where the magic happens. A small menu with shortcuts to almost all system functions.
Using the iOS 16 and/or iPadOS 16 Control Center is really easy. Surely the vast majority of our readers already know how it works down to the smallest detail. However, many users have received a new iPhone or iPad these days and may not be familiar with all aspects of Control Center.
That is why in this guide we will explain how to access or enter the control center, how to add more buttons and functions, some very useful tips and how it works this exciting menu of actions from iOS 16 and iPadOS 16. Shall we start?
Index
- Guide to using Control Center in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16
Guide to using Control Center in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16
iPadOS 16 Control Center Overview
How to Access Control Center on an iPhone
There are two types of iPhone with reference to using the Control Center. We’re talking about the redesigned iPhone models with Face ID facial recognition and the models with the classic home button design. The method to enter the Control Center is totally different in these two cases.
- On iPhone with Face ID, you need to swipe down from the top right corner of the device screen.
- On iPh one without Face ID, you need to swipe up the device screen.
For close control center tap your finger on any other area of the screen, swipe up on control center, or just press the physical home button.
Apple has renewed the design of its smartphones starting with the iPhone X. From this generation, all models run the Control Center from the upper right corner of the screen.
How to Access Control Center on an iPad
Opening Control Center on an iPad is exactly the same as iOS 16 on an iPhone, no matter what iPad model you’re using.
- Swipe from the top right corner of the iPad screen to open Control Center.
If you want close control center Tap anywhere on the screen or swipe up on Control Center.
How iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 Control Center works
iPadOS 16 Control Center
Operation of the iPhone and iPad Control Center is as simple as one might imagine. You touch a button and a function is activated ( or deactivated)
It’s a small menu with buttons that offer quick access to all sorts of features of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 like open timer, enable low power mode, control screen brightness, turn on LED flash or use remote control to control Apple TV.
Here are the basic functions of the Control Center of iPadOS 16 and iOS 16:
- Airplane mode.
- Mobile data connectivity.
- Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Bluetooth connectivity.
- AirDrop connectivity.
- Personal hotspot.
- Audio playback control.
- Screen brightness control.
- System volume control.
- Concentrating modes.
- Screen rotation.
- Duplicate screen (AirPlay).
These functions are divided into different panels adapt a good organization of use. Additionally, as we mentioned earlier, iPhone and iPad users have the option to add and customize other buttons to the Control Center.
How to Customize and Add More Buttons to Control Center
Did you know that it is possible to configure the Control Center of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 as you wish? That’s right, you can add a ton of features! and you can access it by going to Control Center from the lock screen, from the home screen, or from any app.
Follow these instructions to add, remove, and customize buttons in Control Center in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16:
1. Enter the Settings app.
2. Go to the Control Center section.
3. Click the red icon next to each function and click “Remove” to remove a button.
How to remove Control Center features
4. Click the green (+) icon to add a new button to the control center.
It is possible to customize the elements of the Control Center
5. You can rearrange the order of the Control Center buttons by dragging each function up or down from the button in the shape of three parallel lines on the right.
Tips on using iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 Control Center
Personally, I use Control Center for many functions on my iPhone and iPad. It’s a wonderful menu for controlling home automation accessories in my home and the quickest option for activating other such vital functions as Wi-Fi, AirPlay or low power mode.
The features I recommend adding to Control Center in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 are: Screen recording, timer, Home (home automation), low power mode, dark mode, code scanner (QR), calculator and music recognition (Shazam). But you’ll need to find out over time which iPhone and iPad features you use most frequently to add them to your Control Center.
Another very important recommendation is block use of control center on lock screen (Pardon the redundancy) since in the event of loss or theft, anyone could access certain system functions such as disabling Wi-Fi connectivity or mobile data.
Follow these steps to remove Control Center from the lock screen:
1. Go to Settings.
2. Head to Face ID and passcode.
3. Enter your code if necessary.
4. Scroll down and in the “Allow access when blocked” section, disable the Control Center feature.
It is recommended to disable access to the control center from the lock screen
Moreover, it is also possible disable control center in apps from the configuration settings of the Control Center, although this is already in accordance with the needs of each consumer.
Finally, a little tip for all users who don’t know it yet, it’s possible access additional features by pressing and holding your finger on each control center item like controlling your home automation accessories, controlling screen brightness with Dark Mode, Night Shift and True Tone; screen recording apps or control speakers and headphones in audio playback.
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