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How Can I Rotate iPhone Home Screen?

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Previously, some iPhones would automatically rotate their home screen when you turned the device sideways. This was a popular feature due to its convenience, but some users found it stopped working when they upgraded their phones. Let me explain whether you can still rotate the home screen to landscape mode!

Can I Rotate the iPhone Home Screen?

The short answer is “NO” - in iOS 17, home screen rotation is not possible. On earlier versions (before iOS 14) and specifically on the iPhone 6 Plus through 8 Plus models, turning your iPhone sideways would rotate the home screen along with app icons to landscape orientation.

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However, this feature was discontinued when Face ID was introduced. We'll have to wait and see if it returns in future updates!

How to Use Apps and Browsers in Landscape Mode

While the home screen won't rotate, you can still use apps and browsers that support landscape orientation in sideways mode. If your screen isn't rotating, check if the Portrait Orientation Lock is enabled! Note: The following instructions are for iPhones without a home button.

  1. Swipe down from the top-right corner of the home screen.
  2. In the Control Center, tap the "Lock" mark to turn it OFF.
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  4. Turn your iPhone sideways to test.
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If the screen still doesn’t rotate after following these steps, try testing with apps like Safari that support landscape orientation!

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