By Hally | Last Updated
The Zoom Controller on iPhone and iPad is a key accessibility feature that zooms in and out of the screen content according to the user's needs. However, sometimes users may find that the zoom controller unexpectedly disappears or fails to display, which may affect their experience.
This article will detail how to show the zoom controller on iPhone and iPad and provide effective ways to fix the problem of its disappearance. Read on.
As we mentioned at the beginning, the zoom controller on the iPhone and iPad is a secondary feature. Its floating controller provides an on-screen menu where users can easily control and adjust the zoom control without using gestures. This feature is especially useful for users who have difficulty reading small text or viewing details.
Here are the main features of the zoom controller:
1. Allows you to zoom in on specific areas of the screen to view more detail.
2. You can adjust the size of the zoom lens to focus on content of the screen.
3. It also provides settings to enable "smart typing" and color filters.
If you need to adjust the zoom settings frequently, it would be wise to display the zoom controller on the screen. This way, you can access it quickly.
Step 1: Go to "Settings" > "Accessibility" > "Zoom" on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 2: Tap the switch next to "Zoom" to turn it on. This will activate the zoom feature, but the controller will not be displayed yet.
Step 3: In the "Zoom" menu, scroll down and tap "Zoom Controller" to toggle the switch to "On"(green button). A hover button will then appear on your device's screen, which is the joystick for the "Zoom Controller".
If you accidentally hide the controller when accessing the Zoom option, you can open the Zoom Menu by tapping the screen three times with three fingers and then selecting "Show Controller".
If you have turned on the "Zoom Controller" on your iPhone and it suddenly disappeared, then you can try restarting the device, which will fix the temporary glitch or software issue that caused the controller to disappear.
If your Apple device buttons are broken, there is a guide on how to restart iPhone without Home and Power buttons.
Sometimes conflicts and misconfigurations in the accessibility settings can cause the zoom controller to disappear on iPhone or iPad. The iOS device does not offer the option to reset the accessibility settings individually, you will need to restore the default configuration by resetting all the settings, to fix the problem of the iPhone zoom controller disappearing.
Note: This will not delete your data, but will restore all system settings to the factory state.
Step 1: Open the "Settings" App on your iPhone and click on the "General" option.
Step 2: Locate and click on the "Tansfer or Reset iPhone" option and then click on "Reset".
Step 3: Select "Reset All Settings" and then enter your iPhone passcode to confirm. Wait for the device to reset all settings and then you can re-enable the "Zoom Controller" to show on screen.
Software updates not only bring new features but also fix existing system bugs or errors. If the zoom controller suddenly disappears, it may be due to a known iOS issue in the current system version, and updating to the latest version can usually fix it.
Step 1: Go to "Software Update" in "General" and check if there is an update available.
Step 2: If there is an update available, the system will display the current version and its updates, click the "Update Now" button.
Step 3: The device will ask you to enter your passcode, after the verification is complete, the new iOS firmware will start downloading.
Step 4: Wait patiently for the download to complete and then click "Install" to start the update process. After the update, recheck if the "Zoom Controller" on your iPhone is displayed properly.
If iPhone's "Zoom Controller" disappearing is still not solved after the update, you can use a professional iOS repairer to fix the possible system errors on your device more deeply. Such as iSunshare iOS Repair Genius, which is an easy-to-use tool that provides "System Repair", "iOS Upgrade/Downgrade" and "iTunes Error Repair", etc. It's worth a try.
The Zoom Controller is an important feature that enhances the visibility of screen content for iPhone and iPad users. With the steps outlined in this article, you can learn how to show the zoom controller on your iPhone or iPad as well as resolve the issue of its sudden disappearance. If you found this article useful, please share it with more people.
