Tired of Your iPhone XR Playing Keep-Away with Screenshots? There's an App for That (Well, Sort Of...)
Let's face it, we've all been there. You stumble upon a hilarious meme, a perfectly timed cat video, or that winning lottery ticket number your friend just texted you (okay, maybe not that last one), and your natural instinct is to immortalize it with a screenshot. But then you remember you have an iPhone XR, the phone that thinks the side button and volume up button are playing a never-ending game of tag. Dramatic music intensifies
Fear not, fellow XR comrades! While your phone may be a bit...enthusiastic about the two-button tango, there's a sneaky little trick hidden up its sleeve that lets you capture those fleeting moments with just a tap.
Enter Back Tap, Stage Right: Your One-Tap Ticket to Screenshot Salvation
Apple, in its infinite wisdom (and maybe a smidge of pity for us XR users), built-in a feature called Back Tap. This lets you program your phone to perform certain actions by, you guessed it, tapping the back of your phone. Mind. Blown.
Here's how to turn your iPhone XR into a screenshot-taking ninja:
- Head over to Settings > Accessibility > Touch.
- Scroll down a bit (because apparently saving screenshots requires a workout) and find Back Tap.
- Now, this is where the magic happens. Choose Double Tap or Triple Tap (whichever feels more comfortable for your inner phone-tapping superhero).
- A list of actions will appear, and you my friend, are looking for the one and only Screenshot.
Voila! From now on, all it takes is a double tap (or triple tap, depending on your choice) on the back of your phone and BAM! Your screenshot is captured and ready to be shared with the world (or just admired in private, no judgement here).
But Wait, There's More!
Feeling fancy? You can also use Back Tap for other cool stuff, like opening Control Center, launching your favorite app, or even taking a picture (because who doesn't love options?).
FAQ: Because We Know You Have Questions (and Maybe Just Want to Read More Fun Stuff)
How to take a screenshot on iPhone XR the normal way (you know, with the buttons)?
While Back Tap is the coolest way, the classic method involves pressing the Side button and Volume Up button at the same time.
How do I know my screenshot worked?
If you did it right, you'll see a quick flash on your screen and a little screenshot thumbnail pop up in the bottom left corner.
Can I change the sound of the screenshot?
Unfortunately, no. But hey, maybe that's a good thing - nobody wants to be caught screenshotting that embarrassing text from your grandma (we've all been there).
How do I find my screenshots?
All your screenshots are saved in the Photos app, usually in a Screenshots album.
How do I impress my friends with my newfound iPhone knowledge?
Simply whip out your phone, triple tap the back, and casually mention something about "optimizing your workflow" and "embracing the future of mobile interaction." They'll be putty in your hands (or at least really impressed).
