The iPhone 12 is a fantastic device that offers a sleek design and top-of-the-line features. One feature that users may find themselves needing to adjust is the brightness of their device’s screen. Whether you’re in a dark room or outside in bright sunlight, changing the brightness can make a big difference in your viewing experience.
Luckily, the process of changing the brightness on your iPhone 12 is simple. This guide walks you through the steps to adjust your device’s brightness to your desired level. Whether you’re a new iPhone user or a seasoned pro, this guide will provide you with the tools you need to get the most out of your device’s display. So, let’s get started and explore how to change the brightness on your iPhone 12.
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ToggleWhy Does My iPhone Device Keep Dimming with Auto-Brightness Off?
If your iPhone keeps dimming even when the auto-brightness feature is turned off, there could be a few possible explanations:
- Always check for software glitches that can cause issues with your iPhone device’s display settings.
- Ambient light sensor issue
- Contact Apple support or visit the Apple store to check your iPhone light sensor.
- Turn off Battery saving mode
- Check the accessibility settings on your iPhone
- Check the enable display zoom feature on your iPhone; if enabled, it can affect the screen brightness.
Adjust the Screen Brightness Manually & Automatically
To Adjust Manually
If you want to change the brightness manually, do one of the following steps:
- Open the control center on your iPhone and then drags brightness.
- Tap on the settings option > Tap Display & Brightness option and drag the slider.
To Adjust Automatically
iPhone changes its screen brightness condition using the built-in ambient light sensor:
- Go to settings icon > Tap accessibility
- Tap Display & Text Size and turn on the Auto brightness option that automatically sets the brightness.
How to Adjust Brightness on iPhone 11 & iPhone 12
Adjusting the brightness on your iPhone is important for optimal viewing and preserving battery life. Here’s how you can do it on iPhone 11 and iPhone 12:
- [1st Method] Swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to access Control Center.
Locate the Brightness slider and adjust it to your desired level by dragging it left or right.
- [2nd Method] You can also adjust the brightness in Settings by going to Display & Brightness > Brightness. Drag the slider to your preferred level.
For iPhone 12, you can also enable the Auto-Brightness feature. This feature automatically adjusts your device’s brightness based on the lighting conditions around you, which can help save battery life.
To enable Auto-Brightness on iPhone 12:
- Go to Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size.
- Toggle on the Auto-Brightness switch.
That’s it! You can now enjoy your iPhone’s display at the perfect brightness level for any environment.
How to Adjust Flashlight Brightness on iPhone 12
You can adjust the flashlight brightness on your iPhone at any time. Especially when you take snaps, and at that time, you require high brightness:
- Go to the settings option and scroll down until you find General.
- Tap accessibility and then tap LED flash for alerts.
- From this section of the iPhone, you can adjust the intensity of the LED flashlight.
FAQ’s
Q1: Why Won’t My iPhone Screen Get Brighter?
If your iPhone screen isn’t getting brighter, there could be several reasons for this issue. First, check if the auto-brightness feature is enabled in your device settings. When this feature is turned on, your iPhone automatically adjusts the screen brightness based on ambient lighting conditions. If it’s already enabled and the screen is still not getting brighter, try disabling it and manually adjusting the brightness level.
Q2: Where Is Flashlight On iPhone12?
The flashlight is a handy feature on the iPhone 12 and can be accessed quickly through Control Center or by swiping down from the upper right corner of the home screen. It is particularly useful when navigating dark areas or locating something in low-light conditions.
Q3: How to adjust iPhone 13 brightness shortcut?
To adjust the iPhone 13 brightness shortcut, follow the steps below:
- Go to the Control Center from the top-right corner of the screen by swiping.
- Find the Brightness bar (Sun Icon) in the Control Center.
- Press and hold the Brightness bar until it expands.
- Find the Adjust button at the bottom of the expanded Brightness bar.
- Swipe up or down on the Adjust button to increase or decrease the brightness level.
- Stop swiping when you have reached the desired brightness level.
- Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to exit the Control Center.
Q4: Why do you need the auto brightness option?
The auto-brightness option is commonly found in electronic devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops. It adjusts the brightness of the device’s display automatically based on the ambient lighting conditions. Here are a few reasons why the auto brightness option is useful:
- Optimal visibility
- Battery conservation
- User convenience
- Eye comfort