The best iPhone features you DON’T use: from the one-handed keyboard to ‘shrugging off’ typos

When typing on a relatively small screen, mistakes are inevitable.

But there are hidden features that quickly correct misspelled words and grammar mistakes… or prevent them from ever happening.

The ‘Ctrl + Z’ equivalent for your phone

Your iPhone has a hidden way to “undo” that you may never have realized is there. You can shake it to bring up an Undo Typing window.

Tap Undo and the last thing you typed just disappeared.

To change your mind? Just shake the phone and select Retype to get your word(s) back.

Unlike many other accessibility settings, Shake to Undo is enabled by default.

You’re probably less confused if you have no idea how you triggered that before. While it’s a convenient way to get back, not everyone likes it.

Your iPhone has a hidden way to “undo” that you may never have realized is there. You can shake it to bring up an Undo Typing window. Tap Undo and the last thing you typed just disappeared

Here’s how to disable Shake to Undo

● Open Settings, scroll down and tap Accessibility.

● Tap Touch.

● Slide the switch next to Shake to Undo to the left to disable this feature.

If you ever change your mind, follow the same things and enable the feature.

That’s not the only hidden setting

Your iPhone hides many useful features. If you know how to use them, you will get much more out of your smartphone. Here are three more that everyone should try. You may not want to use them all, but they are worth knowing.

Create shortcuts to things you type all the time

You can set text replacement shortcuts to quickly type longer sentences or frequently used words.

For example, you can set “dev” to automatically expand to “On the way!” Or you can have it fill in your email address if you type something like “my@”.

● While typing in a text field, touch and hold the Emoji (smiley) key or Switch Keyboard (globe) key.

● Tap Keyboard settings and then tap Text replacement.

● Tap the plus symbol at the top right.

● Type a phrase in the Phrase field and the text shortcut you want to use in the Shortcut field.

● Tap Save.

A better keyboard for on the go

This hidden feature makes it easier for you to type with one hand

Enabling a one-handed keyboard mode moves the keyboard to the left or right side of the screen to make one-handed typing easier. This is especially useful as phones get bigger and bigger.

● Go to Settings > General > Keyboard.

● Tap One-handed keyboard.

● Choose Left or Right.

● Pro method: Open Messages and press and hold the emoji or globe button. Tap the left or right keyboard icon.

Make small text more readable

iPhone has a built-in magnifying glass that is useful for reading small text or examining small objects.

● Open the Magnifier app. If you don’t see it, open the App Store and search for Magnifier.

● Use the on-screen controls to zoom in, apply color filters, turn on the flashlight, and adjust the brightness or contrast of the image for better viewing.

While the ‘undo’ feature can be a lifesaver in many scenarios, it doesn’t work with everything you do on your phone.

Phone Calls: There is no ‘undo’ option once a call has been placed. The recipient’s phone will ring unless the call is ended quickly.

Deleted Apps: If you delete an app from your iPhone, the ‘undo’ option will not restore it. You have to go back to the App Store and download it again.

Factory Reset: If you perform a factory reset on your iPhone, you cannot get your data back with ‘undo’. It is essential to backup your data before resetting.

Completed Transactions: Once a purchase is made through an app or the App Store, you can’t immediately “undo” the transaction. You must follow the refund procedure, which varies by app and location.