iOS · iPhone & iPad
Fix Tap to Wake on iPhone
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Answer
Tap to Wake is available only on supported iPhone models. Check Settings > Accessibility > Touch, restart the iPhone, and use the side button or Raise to Wake as a comparison.
Check model support and settings
Open Settings > Accessibility > Touch and confirm Tap to Wake is enabled when your iPhone supports it.
Restart the iPhone
Restart the iPhone, then test a single tap on the Lock Screen.
Compare another wake method
Use the side button or Raise to Wake; if neither works, follow Apple support for a broader display or hardware problem.
Video walkthrough
If it does not work
- If the issue continues, record the exact error and compare it with the linked Apple Support guidance before resetting, reinstalling, changing permissions, or deleting data.
Sources and verification
Checked against official documentation on . Scope: iPhone & iPad.
Follow the linked first-party guidance if labels differ after a platform or app update.