Apple AssistiveTouch

iPhone showing the AssistiveTouch on-screen menu.

General Information

AssistiveTouch is an Apple accessibility feature that adds on-screen controls for gestures and hardware functions, helping people who find physical buttons or touch gestures difficult.

Key Features:

  • Customizable menu for frequently used actions.
  • Single-tap shortcuts for gestures like pinch, rotate, or swipe.
  • Access to hardware functions such as volume, lock, Siri, or screenshots.
  • Option to create custom gestures or connect external adaptive devices.

How to Enable:

  1. Open Settings.

  2. Select Accessibility.

  3. Select Touch.

  4. Select AssistiveTouch, then turn it on.

Examples of Use:

  • Using a floating on-screen menu instead of pressing side buttons.
  • Performing multi-finger gestures with a single tap or custom shortcut.
  • Pairing a joystick or adaptive switch with AssistiveTouch for alternative navigation.
  • Accessing Apple Pay or Control Center without pressing physical buttons.

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Specifications

Device Compatibility:
• iPhone and iPad: Available on devices running iOS/iPadOS 13 and later.
• Apple Watch: AssistiveTouch is available on Apple Watch Series 4 and later with watchOS 8 and later.