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AssistiveTouch is an accessibility feature of iOS and iPadOS in which a virtual button can be placed on the screen of the device. AssistiveTouch features can be activated in watchOS through arm movements and gestures.

Usage[]

AssistiveTouch can be activated in iOS and iPadOS from Settings > Accessibility > Touch. Dragging the button will reposition it. Tapping it can activate a variety of functions:

Some users have used AssistiveTouch as a temporary workaround on a device with a broken Home button.[1]

History[]

AssistiveTouch first appeared in iOS 5 in 2011.[2] It was added to watchOS 8 in 2021.[3] Apple announced on May 17, 2022 that watchOS 9 will add new Quick Actions to expand AssistiveTouch gestures.[4][5]

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