How to Turn Off Standby Mode

The Standby Mode introduced in iOS 17 has left many users unsure how to disable or control it. In this guide, I’ll show you how to turn off Standby Mode, prevent it from activating, set it to turn off after a certain time, and even how to switch to your home screen without unplugging your charger.

What is Standby Mode?

Standby Mode is a feature that activates when your iPhone is in lock screen mode, placed horizontally, and charging. It displays widgets, a clock, or a photo slideshow that you can switch between by swiping.

• Widget screen: Displays things like your To-Do list and weather.
• Photo screen: Displays your photos like a slideshow.
• Clock screen: Shows a large clock.

Check the linked article for compatible models and more specific instructions.

How to Turn Off Standby Mode

If you want to turn off Standby Mode entirely, here’s how:

1. Tap “Standby” on the Settings app.
2. Toggle “Standby” to off (it will turn gray).

How to Prevent Turn OnStandby Mode

If you don’t want Standby Mode to activate at all, you can simply avoid its triggers:

• Unplug the charger.
• Keep your phone on the home screen or inside an app.
• Don’t place your iPhone horizontally.

How to Set Standby Mode to Turn Off After a Certain Time

For iPhones that support Always-On Display, such as iPhone 14 Pro/Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max, you can set Standby Mode to automatically turn off after a specific period.

1. Tap “Standby” on the Settings app.
2. Tap “Display”.

3. Choose from the options under Turn Display Off :
• Automatically: Turns off if the phone isn’t used, and the room is dark.
• After 20 seconds: Turns off the screen 20 seconds after Standby Mode is activated.

Access the Home Screen Without Unplugging the Charger

If you want to exit Standby Mode and go to the home screen without unplugging your charger or repositioning your phone, follow this simple trick:

1. Swipe down from the top right to open Control Center.
2. Tap to open an app like Calculator or Camera (other apps like Screen Recording and Flashlight won’t work).

3. Once the app is open, swipe up from the home bar.
4. Return to the home screen.

Customize Standby Mode Widgets

If the default widgets in Standby Mode seem a bit plain, try using WidgetClub to add stylish and personalized widgets. Before turning off Standby Mode entirely, explore how WidgetClub can make your widgets more fun and unique.

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