Utilize iPhone 15 Pro’s Action Button for Multiple Purposes
Utilize iPhone 15 Pro's Action Button for Multiple Purposes
Unlock the Hidden Potential of Your iPhone 15 Pro’s Action Button
Are you looking for ways to make your iPhone 15 Pro’s new action button even more versatile and efficient? While the default action button can only perform one action at a time, there is a way to “hack” it and make it do more based on the orientation of your phone. In this article, we will guide you through the process of unlocking the hidden potential of your iPhone 15 Pro’s action button.
Customizing the Action Button for Enhanced Functionality
The first step in maximizing your action button’s capabilities is to download the Orientation Action Mode shortcut. This shortcut, available in the Shortcuts app, allows you to change what the action button does based on your phone’s orientation. For example, when your iPhone is held horizontally, the action button can trigger one action, while a vertical or face-down orientation can trigger another action.
To download the Orientation Action Mode shortcut, follow these simple steps:
- Download the Orientation Action Mode shortcut for your iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max.
- Add the shortcut to your Shortcut library.
In addition to the Orientation Action Mode shortcut, you will also need to download the Actions app from the App Store. Developed by Sindre Sorhus, this app provides additional actions to complement your shortcuts and is necessary for the Orientation Action Mode shortcut to work seamlessly.
Customizing Your Actions
Once you have both the Orientation Action Mode shortcut and the Actions app installed, it’s time to customize what each action button press will do based on your desired orientation. Open the Shortcuts app and navigate to the Orientation Action Mode shortcut. Tap the three-dot menu button on the top-right to access the customization options.
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By default, the shortcut offers specific actions for landscape left (horizontal), portrait (vertical), and other orientations. However, you can easily replace these default actions with your own preferences. Tap inside the search bar at the bottom of the shortcut to browse through all the available actions your iPhone can perform. Suggestions based on your downloaded apps will also be provided to simplify the process.
You have the freedom to choose actions such as scanning a document, making a call, recording a voice memo, turning on the flashlight, or opening a specific app. To replace a default action, press and hold the desired action, drag it above the default action, and release your finger to drop it. Delete the default action to replace it with your newly chosen one.
You can add actions for five different orientations:
- Landscape right
- Portrait
- Landscape left
- Face up
- Face down
Feel free to experiment and customize your actions for each orientation, making your iPhone 15 Pro even more adaptable to your specific needs and preferences.
Setting Up the Action Button
After customizing your actions, the next step is to assign the Orientation Action Mode shortcut to the action button. Open the Settings app and go to Action Button. Swipe through the options until you find Shortcut. Tap “Choose a Shortcut…” and search for the Orientation Action Mode shortcut, then select it to link it to your action button.
Embrace the Enhanced Functionality
Congratulations! You have successfully hacked your iPhone 15 Pro’s action button to unlock its hidden potential. Now, trigger an action by simply setting your device to the desired orientation and holding down the action button. Enjoy the seamless experience of having your phone respond dynamically to your different orientations.
As a final note, the first time you perform any action, you’ll be prompted to give your phone and the shortcut access to the relevant applications and settings. Simply tap “Allow” to proceed. The Orientation Action Mode shortcut will load up in your Dynamic Island, indicating that it has been successfully triggered.
Embrace the ease and convenience of your customized action button as you navigate through different orientations and discover a more versatile iPhone 15 Pro experience.
