iPhone Secret Codes and Hidden Tricks 2026
iPhone has hidden codes you can dial for diagnostic info, settings, and tricks. Plus advanced features Apple doesn't advertise. Here's the full list.
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⚡ iPhone Power-User Tools
Use these tricks to get more out of your iPhone.
Hidden Find My features unlock with AirTags
Many advanced tricks need Watch
Standby Mode = hidden bedside features
Hidden audio features in iOS
Cost Breakdown — All Options
| Where | Cost | Wait | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| *3001#12345#* | Free | Field test mode | Cellular signal info |
| *#06# | Free | IMEI display | Useful for unlocking, theft reports |
| *#62# | Free | Call forwarding status | When unreachable |
| Triple-click Side button | Free | Activates Magnifier | Customize for accessibility |
| Hold spacebar in keyboard | Free | Trackpad mode | Move cursor precisely |
| Shake to Undo | Free | Built-in | Undo typing, deletion |
Field Test Mode — *3001#12345#*
Dial *3001#12345#* and press Call. Field Test Mode opens — shows raw cellular signal data:
- Exact signal strength in dBm (vs the bars)
- Cell ID and tower information
- Carrier band and frequency
- RSRP, RSRQ, SINR — technical signal quality metrics
Useful for diagnosing weak signal areas, comparing cell coverage, and confirming you're on the right tower.
IMEI Display — *#06#
Dial *#06#. iPhone shows IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) and serial number. Useful for:
- Carrier unlocking (provide IMEI to carrier)
- Reporting stolen phones to police / insurance
- Verifying iPhone is not blacklisted
- Selling — buyers want to see IMEI
Call Forwarding Status — *#62#
Dial *#62#. Shows where calls forward when iPhone is unreachable. Useful when calls aren't reaching you — see if forwarding got accidentally enabled.
Hidden Trackpad in Keyboard
While typing, long-press the Spacebar. The keyboard becomes a trackpad. Slide your finger to move the cursor precisely — way easier than tapping to position. Works on all iPhones.
Magnifier App via Triple-Click
Settings → Accessibility → Accessibility Shortcut → enable Magnifier. Now triple-click the Side button to instantly open the Magnifier app. Use iPhone camera as a literal magnifying glass for fine print.
Shake to Undo
Type some text. Made a mistake? Shake the iPhone — pop-up appears: 'Undo Typing'. Tap Undo. Brings back deleted text.
Even better: enable Settings → Accessibility → Touch → Shake to Undo. Or use three-finger double-tap on screen for the same effect.
Hidden Camera Burst Mode
In Camera app, hold and slide volume-up button to the LEFT. Burst mode kicks in — captures up to 10 photos per second. Tap-and-hold the shutter button does the same. Great for sports, kids, pets.
Quick Take Video from Photo Mode
In Photo mode, hold the shutter button — starts recording video instantly. Slide right to lock recording. Useful when you wanted a photo but realize you should record. Works on iPhone 11+.
Stop Wi-Fi Auto-Connecting to Bad Networks
Settings → Wi-Fi → tap (i) next to a network → toggle 'Auto-Join' OFF. iPhone won't auto-join that flaky coffee shop WiFi anymore. Stays on cellular.
Hidden Animations Speed-Up
Settings → Accessibility → Motion → Reduce Motion = ON. iPhone disables most animations, making interactions feel snappier on older models. Doesn't affect performance, but feels much faster. Especially good on iPhone 11/12 in 2026.
Custom Vibration Patterns
Contacts → tap a contact → Edit → Ringtone → Vibration → Create New Vibration. Tap a pattern. iPhone records it. Now that contact has a unique vibration. Identify callers without looking at phone.
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