Use AssistiveTouch for Physical Button Replacement on iPhone (iOS 18 Guide)
If your iPhone’s side or home button isn’t working properly, or you simply prefer touch-based control, iOS 18’s AssistiveTouch feature lets you replace every hardware button with on-screen gestures. Here’s how to enable and customize it for smooth navigation — no physical buttons needed. 1. Enable AssistiveTouch Go to Settings → Accessibility → Touch → AssistiveTouch and toggle it ON . Once activated, a floating on-screen button appears — this gives you instant access to essential functions like Home, Siri, and Control Center. 📘 Related: Learn about basic iPhone setup and accessibility tools at OnePlus iPhone Hub . 2. Customize the AssistiveTouch Menu Tap Customize Top Level Menu to add or rearrange shortcuts such as: Home – Simulates the physical Home button. Volume Up/Down – Adjusts sound without pressing buttons. Siri – Activates voice assistant instantly. Lock Screen – Locks your iPhone with one tap. You can add u...