Feeling puny about your iPhone apps? Here's how to make them HUGE (well, kind of)
Let's face it, those app icons can look like they belong in a dollhouse sometimes. Especially if your eyesight isn't what it used to be (don't worry, it happens to the best of us... eventually). But fear not, fellow tiny-app icon sufferer! There's a way to make those little guys look like they hit the gym and bulked up.
Hold on, you don't actually change the app itself (although that would be pretty cool, imagine a swole Instagram icon). This is all about adjusting your iPhone's settings to make everything appear bigger, apps included.
Step 1: Become a Display Zoom Master
This is where the magic happens. Head on over to your iPhone's Settings app. Now, get ready to play Where's Waldo? (Just kidding, it's not that tricky). You're looking for the Display & Brightness section. Dive in there like a champ.
Here comes the key part: You'll see an option called Display Zoom. This is your secret weapon. There are two choices: Standard (which is the default) and Zoomed.
Bold move: Tap on Zoomed.
Warning: Your phone might need to restart for the changes to take effect. Take a deep breath and prepare to be amazed (or slightly disoriented, but that's part of the fun).
Behold! The App Gigantification!
Once your phone reboots, open your eyes and feast on the glorious sight of your newly enlarged apps. They should look nice and big now, much easier to tap on without accidentally launching Angry Birds when you meant to open Facebook (we've all been there).
Pro tip: If "Zoomed" makes things a bit too big, you can always play around with the Text Size option in the same Display & Brightness section. Finding the perfect balance between app chunk and readable text is all part of the journey.
Uh Oh, My Apps Are Huge... Can I Go Back?
Absolutely! If you decide the giant app life isn't for you, simply go back to the Display Zoom section in Settings and tap on Standard. Your phone will restart again, and your apps will shrink back down to their normal size.
Remember: There's no shame in changing your mind. Maybe you just like things compact, that's cool too.
FAQ: Your Tiny App Troubleshoot
How to make my iPhone apps even BIGGER?
Unfortunately, "Zoomed" is the current limit for display zoom on iPhones. But hey, bigger is better, right?
How can I make the text easier to read with zoomed apps?
Head back to the Display & Brightness section in Settings and adjust the Text Size. You can slide the bar to make the text bigger or smaller.
Will this make my whole phone look zoomed in?
Yes, everything on your phone will appear larger, not just the apps. But that's the beauty of it, you can see everything nice and clear!
What if I accidentally zoomed in and can't figure out how to get back?
Don't panic! Triple-click the side button (or the home button on older iPhones) to bring up the Accessibility Shortcut. Look for the Zoom icon and tap it to turn zoom off.
How do I know if my iPhone model can do this?
Any iPhone that can run iOS 14 or later should be able to adjust the display zoom. Check your software update settings to make sure you're on the latest version.
