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Fix iPhone Messages Hiding Behind Keyboard: Easy Workarounds

iPhone users may face a glitch where the keyboard hides parts of their messages. Restarting the device often resolves this issue. In the meantime, workarounds include tapping and holding, double-tapping, or single-tapping in the message area to reveal hidden content.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
September 8, 2026 –3 minutes read time

Overview

Your iPhone may be hiding parts of your messages due to a glitch. When you open a message, if the keyboard is displayed it may be hiding part of the message you are viewing. This is usually due to iOS failing to reset the layout when viewing a message. When this happens, here is no way to turn off the keyboard being displayed.

The best way to fix this problem is to shutdown and restart your iPhone. We tried this several times over a couple of weeks and the problem persisted. Then, finally a restart corrected the glitch. In the meantime, here are some workarounds to view parts of your message lucking behind the keyboard display.

Key Takeaways

Workarounds for keyboard hiding parts of your message.
Reduce frustrations when viewing aa message.

System Requirements

This tip was performed by iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Trouble Viewing Your Messages

Open the Messages app. Refer to the image below:

A smartphone home screen displaying various app icons on a purple background, with the Messages app highlighted in yellow. — Selecting the Messages app

2.If you see the keyboard, parts of a message may be hidden behind the keyboard display. Tap on a message. See the image below:

Screenshot of a messaging app showing conversations with messages from McCool Patti, Ruddick Nicole, and Aletha, Ryan & Michael. The keyboard is visible at the bottom. — Tapping a message

3. At this point, is there more to the message? We do not know. Your are unable to dismiss the keyboard. See the following image:

4. Workaround 1 – tap and hold on the message to reveal the missing part at the top of your screen. Refer to the image below:

Screenshot of a text conversation discussing concert plans, with messages from 'Patti' and 'Raymond', including options for responding and interacting in a messaging app. — Tap and hold the message

5. Workaround 2 – double tap the empty space on the keyboard above the letter row to reveal the missing part. See the image below:

A screenshot of a messaging application conversation between two people, Patti and Raymond. The left side shows Patti asking if she can show something on her phone, while the right side displays a joyful response from Patti about meeting Raymond and looking forward to a concert. The bottom section shows the keyboard interface for typing messages. — Double tap at top of keyboard

6. Workaround 3 – single tap the empty space at the bottom of the keyboard to reveal the rest of the message. See the following image:

Screenshot of a text conversation discussing plans for a concert, featuring messages between two individuals about meeting times and ticket details. — Single tap at bottom of keyboard

7. Alternatively, you can tap and hold the message, then scroll up keeping your finger on the message. We find this frustrating because a ssoon as you let go of the message, the missing part disappears.

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How to Quickly Clear All Notifications on iPhone

The post discusses how to efficiently clear notifications on an iPhone, particularly when they become overwhelming. It outlines a simple method involving swiping down to access the Notification Center, then using the “Clear All Notifications” option. Users are advised that cleared notifications cannot be recovered, emphasizing the importance of decluttering.

IRAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
September 1, 2026 – 3 minutes read time

Overview

Notifications on your iPhone provide you with important updates and information at a glance. However, if you are like us and do not dismiss or interact with your notifications frequently, they can start to pile up. When your Notification Center becomes cluttered and clogged up, you can easily clear all your notifications at once.

If you are feeling overwhelmed by all the unread notifications in your Notification Center, it might help to delete all your notifications. There’s a trick that makes this easy. Let’s explore how to clear notifications on iPhone:

Key Takeaways

Instantly get rid of all your notifications at once.
Declutter your Notification Center in a matter of seconds.

System Requirements

This tip was performed on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Clearing Your Notifications

1. If your iPhone is unlocked, swipe down from the top left of your screen to open the Notification Center. Refer to the image below:

2. If you do not see any notifications, try swiping up from your Lock Screen to pull them up. See the image below:

3. Tap and hold the X icon for a moment. See the following image:

4. Tap Clear All Notifications when it pops up. Their is no confirmation for this action. Refer to the image below:

That’s how to clear iPhone notifications. Once you tap Clear All Notifications on your iPhone, all of your notifications will immediately disappear from the Notification Center

There is no limit on the number of notifications your iPhone will keep. If you have never cleared your iPhone notifications, you could have hundreds of them.. It is recommended you remove those unneeded notifications. Now you do not have to deal with hundreds of notifications clogging up your iPhone every day!

Note! Once you clear your notifications from the Notification Center, they are permanently deleted.

Shame pm Apple software engineers. At least on Android devices, you can recover cleared notifications within past 24 hours.

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Boost iPhone Performance with Automated Reboots

Regularly rebooting your iPhone enhances its performance by clearing temporary files and refreshing processes. Automating this task weekly saves time and provides security against potential threats. This guide details the process to set up automated reboots, ensuring your device runs smoothly while minimizing glitches or connectivity issues.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
SAugust 25. 2026 – 6 minutes read time

Overview

A smooth running iPhone does not happen by accident — it requires some care, like regular reboots to clear temporary files and refresh system processes.

One easy yet often overlooked way to boost iPhone performance is through regular reboots. Automating this process saves time and ensures your device stays efficient and responsive.

While Apple’s security measures are robust, a rebooting automation adds an extra layer of protection by interrupting any potential malicious activity that might rely on an extended session.

Additionally, automated reboots can address minor glitches like app crashes, sluggish performance, or connectivity hiccups. These issues often resolve after a restart, saving you from the frustration of troubleshooting on your own.

This is our first attempt to setup an Automation shortcut. We found it to be tricky and had to redo tsome steps. Fortunately, you can easily go back to the beginning or previous screens in Edit mode to correct any mistakes.

Note! This Automation shortcut is used for a Shut Down or Restart action. This is confusing. Shame on Apple; they need to make this clearer!

Key Takeaways

Automate a restart of your iPhone on a weekly basis.
Clean your iPhone of glitches, poor performance, connectivity and security issues via an automated restart.

System Requirements

This tip was performed on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Setup Auto Restaet

1. Open the Shortcuts app. Refer to the image below:

2. Tap the Automation tab at the bottom. See the image below:

Restart 2 — Selecting the Automation tab

3. Tap the Plus icon or the New Automation button. See the following page:

Restart 3 — Selecting the New Aiutomation button

4. Scroll and select Time of Day, then choose your preferred time and frequency (such as Daily, Weekly or Monthly. If Weekly, highlight only ONE day of a week (by default, all days are highlighted). For Monthly, select a day of the month. Refer to the image below for weekly setup:

Restart 4 — Selecting when to run the Automation restart

5. Select Run Immediately option so it executes without needing an extra confirmation tap, then tap Next. See the image below:

Restart 5 — Selecting the Run Immediately option

6. Choose Create New Shortcut then tap the Controls tab. Search for the Shut Down action and tap it. See the following image:

Restart 6 — Creating the Automation action

7. Tap the word “Shut Down” inside the action text and select the Restart option. Now tap Done in the top-right corner to save your new automation. Refer to the image below:

Verify Your Automation

8.When you view your new automation, it will show the action as Shut Down. This is misleading because your action is really Restart. To verify, you can tap on the automation entry then tap the Shut Down option to see Restart this device action. See the image below:

Restart 8 — Verifying your Restsrt action

Receive Notification When Run

9. If you want to be notified when the Restart occurs, go back one screen, toggle on Notify When Run then tap Done. See the following image:

Restart 9 — Selecting to be notified when the Restart occurs.

A well-thought-out restart schedule will keep your device running smoothly and hassle-free.

FAQ

What is the difference between Shut Down and Restart on an iPhone?

Shut Down: Powers off all systems completely. Your phone stays in a zero-power state to save battery or stay off during maintenance until you press the side button.

Restart: Clears temporary memory (RAM) and immediately reloads the operating system without requiring you to turn it back on manually.

How often should you Restart your iPhone?

You should restart your iPhone about once a week to maintain optimal performance, clear temporary memory, and enhance security.

Why Restart your iPhone weekly?

Clears RAM: Stops background processes and clears out temporary files that accumulate over time.

Fixes Glitches: Resolves minor bugs, lagging, or connectivity issues with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Improves Security: Clears out unauthorized background states and allows system updates or security measures to finalize effectively effectively.

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How to Use Automatic Speaker on iPhone

The post discusses the convenience of using automatic speaker mode on iPhones for long-distance calls. It provides a step-by-step guide to enable or disable this feature via the Accessibility settings. It highlights the benefits of avoiding direct phone contact with the face, ensuring a cleaner screen and easier conversations.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
August 11, 2026 – 3 minutes read time

Overview

We love talking on the phone for periods of time with all my long-distance friends. But we may not love holding the iPhone to my face for hours; that’s why we prefer to use speaker mode. Did you know you can turn on automatic speaker on your iPhone? If your iPhone automatically goes to speaker and you do not want it to, you can turn off speaker mode, too.

We take our iPhones with us everywhere, and everything our fingers touch inevitably ends up smeared on our phone screen. That’s why we love this tip that allows me to keep my phone away from my face while chatting. If you are wondering why your iPhone goes to speaker automatically, it’s to do with the Call Audio Routing iPhone feature. Here’s how to turn on automatic speaker on iPhone.

Key Takeaways

Avoid holding your iPhone to your face when you get a phone call without having to press any buttons.
Use automatic speaker on iPhone to default to speakerphone when you answer an incoming phone call.
Learn how to turn off automatic speaker on iPhone if this feature annoys you.

System Requirements

This tip was performed on iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Enabling Automatic Speakerphone

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone. Refer to the image below:

2. Tap Accessibility. See the image below image:

Speaker 2 — Selecting Accessibility option

3. Tap Touch. See the following image:

4. Tap Call Audio Routing. Refer to the image below:

Speaker 4 — Selecting Call Audio Routing option

5. Tap Speaker. See the image below:

6. Now, when you get a phone call, your iPhone automatically goes to speaker! If you do not want your iPhone to enter speaker mode automatically, select Automatic in step 5 above.

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How to Update All Apps on Your iPhone Quickly

This article explains how iPhone users can keep their apps updated efficiently. Users can choose to update all apps at once through the App Store or opt for manual updates. Automatic downloads can also be enabled for convenience.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
August 4, 2026 – 4 minutes read time

Overview

App developers tend to release updates frequently, whether it be to fix bugs or add new features. Keeping your apps up to date ensures you have the latest stable version compatible with your iOS version.

You can update your apps through the App Store. You can change your settings to update all apps automatically, or you can check which updates are available for your apps and download them manually.

.If you are wondering how to update apps on your iPhone all at once, this article is for you. Continue reading to find out how.

Key Takeaways

Update all your apps at once instead of manually updating one at a time.
Force apps to install the latest updates if they are out of date.

System Requirements

This tip was performed on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Update All Apps

Open the App Store. Refer to the image below:

2. Tap your profile icon at the top of the page. See the image below:

App Update 2 — Selecting your Profile icon

3. Tap App Updates. See the following image:

App Update 3 — Selecting App Updates option

4. The apps you need to update will be listed under Available Updates or Upcoming Automatic Updates. Update all your apps at once by tapping Update All. Refer to the image below:

App Update 4 — Selecting Update All option

5. Tap the X icon to close this screen. Your apps will continue updating in the background. See lthe image below:

Now, you can update all apps on your iPhone whenever you want. All the apps will begin downloading their updates, and you will be good to go!

Update Apps Manually

However, if you decide you do not like having your apps update automatically, you can also update your iPhone apps manually.

6. To do this, in step 4 above, tap the Update option for a particular app. See the following image:

App Update 6 — Selecting to Update an app

Hands-Off App Uodates

Instead of checking for app updates, you can set your Settings to hands-off app updates.

7. Open the Settings app. Refer to the image below:

8. Scroll to the bottom and tap Apps. See the image below:

App Update 8 — Selecting the Apps option

9. Tap App Store (not the Apple Store). See the following image:

10. Under the Automatic Downloads section, toggle ON for App Downloads, App Updates, and In-App Content. The three toggles will turn green. Now, all your apps will begin downloading their updates in the background. You may now exit Settings.

App Update 10 — Toggle the three Automatic Downloads options to ON

To us, this is by far the most convenient way to keep your apps up to date.

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How to Remove People from iPhone Photos Album

The article explains how to remove a person from the People album in Apple’s Photos app on iPhone or iPad. Users can easily hide photos of individuals without deleting them from their main library.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
July 28, 2026 – 3 minutes read time

Overview

The People album in Apple’s Photos app is a very handy feature for finding pictures of a particular person. But what if there’s a particular person whose People album you want to remove?

It’s easy to remove a person from the People album on your iPhone or iPad. Do not worry, though, if you can always add back the person you removed. Here’s how to remove a People album in Photos on iPhone.

Key Tskeaways

Hide photos on iPhone of people you don’t want to see in the People album.
Keep photos of the person in your regular photos library, without seeing them in the People album.

System Requirements

This tip was performed on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Remove a People Album

1. Open the Photos app on your iPhone. Refer the image below:

Delete Album 1 — Selecting the Photos app

2. Tap the Collections tab. See the image below;

Delete Album 2 — Selecting the Collections tab

3. In the People section, tap the person album that you want to remove. See the following image:

Delete Album 3 — Selecting a People album you want removed

4. Tap the More icon. Refer to the image below:

Delete Album 4 — Selecting the More icon

5. Tap Hide (Name). See the image below:

Delete Album 5 — Selecting to Hide the album option

6. Tap Hide from People Album. See the following image:

Delete Album 6 — Confirming to Hide the album

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How to Organize iPhone Photos: Create Albums Easily

The content discusses how to create and organize photo albums in the iPhone’s Photos app. It emphasizes the benefits of using albums for easier access and sharing of memories. The article provides a step-by-step guide for creating a new album, highlighting the app’s features for selecting and adding photos.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
July 21, 2026 – 4 minutes read time

Overview

iPhone photo albums are the best way to keep your Photos app organized. Creating albums to sort your photos and videos can help you easily share specific memories with loved ones or simply make them easier to access whenever you need them.

All the photos and videos you take or save to the Photos app end up in your Library. While you can search the Photos app to find the exact content you are interested in seeing, creating and using albums is the best way to keep things organized and shareable. Let’s explore how to make iPhone albums!

Key Takeaways

Learn how to create an album on iPhone to keep your memories organized.
Creating iPhone photo albums is the best way to quickly access certain photos and videos and share them with others.

System Requirements

This tip was checked on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Create a Photo Album

1. Open the Photos app. Refer to the image below:

Create Album 1 — Selecting the Photos app

2. Tap the Collections tab at the bottom of the screen. See the image below:

Create Album 2 — Selecting the Collections icon

3. Scroll down and tap Albums. See the following image:

Create Album 3 — Selecting the Albums tab

4. Under Albums, make sure Personal is selected, then tap the plus sign in the top right. Refer to the image below:

Create Album 4 — Selecting the Personal option and the plus sign

5. Select New Album. See the image below:

Create Album 5 — Selecting the New Album option

6. Type the name of your album. See the following image:

7. Now you can either add photos to the album or create the album to add them later. Let’s tap Add Photos for this example. Refer to the image below:

Create Album 7 — Selecting the Add Photos option

8. Here you can tap on the photos you wish to add. You can search your Library, scroll through your Photos, Collections, or use the Filter feature to find what you are looking for. Once you are done selecting photos, tap the check mark in the blue circle. You can always add more photos and videos or delete content from your album at a later time. See the image below:

Create Album 8 — Selecting your photos and tapping the Done icon

9. Tap Create, and your new album will show up in your Albums collection. See the following image:

Create Album 9 — Selecting the Create option

10. You might need to swipe down to refresh the app to see your new album appear in your Albums list. Refer to the image below:

Now you know how to create an album on iPhone and iPad in the Photos app.

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How to Rearrange Photo Albums on iPhone and iPad

The article provides a guide on how to rearrange photo albums in the Photos app on iPhone and iPad. It explains methods for sorting albums by different criteria and demonstrates a simple drag-and-drop technique for reordering them. The information is applicable to iOS 26.5, highlighting the need for current updates.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
July 14, 2026 – 4 minutes read time

Overview

When you make a photo album on your iPhone, the Photos app automatically sorts that picture album in the Albums tab in order of when the album was created. You can rearrange albums on iPhone in two different ways.

Want to learn how to rearrange albums on an iPhone or iPad in Apple’s Photos app? Read on to learn how to organize photos by rearranging how your albums appear in the Photos app.

Key Takeaways

Learn how to rearrange albums in Photos on your iPhone or iPad using the drag-and-drop method.
Learn how to sort albums on iPhone by Date Modified, Name, or Custom Order.
Learn how to move albums around on iPhone so you can find your albums quickly and easily.

System Requirements

This tip was tested on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Reorganize Your Photo Albums

1. Open the Photos app. Refer to the image below:

2. Tap the Collections tab at the bottom of the screen. See the image below:

Photos 2 — Selecting the Collections icon

3. Scroll down and tap Albums. See the following image:

4. Tap the More icon. Refer to the image below:

5. Tap a photo album sorting option. Choose Sort by Name to sort albums alphabetically.

Note! In order for this tip to work, the List View menu option must be checked.

See the image below:

Photos 5 — Selecting the Sort by Name option

6. Head back to Albums. See the following image:

7. Here you can also touch and hold the center of a photo album you want to move, then drag it to a new place. You may need to try this more than once, as sometimes a menu pops up, and sometimes the album is ready to be dragged and dropped. Refer to the image below:

8. Release your finger to drop the album in its new location. See the image below:

Photos 8 — Release your finger after dragging

8. When you are done, close the Photos app, and you have finished rearranging albums on your iPhone or iPad.

Now you know how to organize photos on your iPhone or iPad by reordering albums.

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Using Face ID for Easy App Logins on iPhone

Face ID on the iPhone allows users to unlock apps quickly without entering a passcode, enhancing convenience for secure logins, especially for financial applications. Users can enable Face ID for specific apps through the Settings menu. The information is accurate as of July 2026, but may change with technology updates.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
July 7, 2026 – 4 minutes read time

Overview

Face ID can be used to unlock apps on the iPhone. For example, when we open our Messenger app, Face ID quickly identifies me and lets us in. This saves us from needing to enter the passcode.

Whether Face ID works with an app depends on the app’s developers and what they have programmed it to do. You will most often find Face ID as a login option for financial, banking, or password manager apps. Fortunately, by following the steps below, you can easily see which of your installed apps work with Face ID and enable Face ID for each app if you choose to. Keep in mind that you will need to enable Face ID in Settings before following these steps! Let’s explore how to enable Face ID for apps on iPhone to make logins easier.

Key Takeaways

Save time by using Face ID instead of entering a passcode.
Avoid having to remember a unique passcode each time you log in to a secure app.

System Requirements

This tip was performed on an iPhone 17 Pro running iOS 26.5.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Adding Face ID for an iPhone App

1. Open the Settings app, and select Face ID & Passcode. Refer to the image below:

Faceid 1 — Selecting Face ID & Passcode option

2, Enter your iPhone passcode and select Other Apps. See the below image:

3. Green toggles show you which apps have Face ID enabled. See the following image:

4. A gray toggle means Face ID is disabled. Tap the toggle to change it to green and enable Face ID for that app. Refer to the image below:

5.You can natively lock apps on your iPhone using Face ID. Just touch and hold an app icon, tap Require Face ID, and confirm. See the image below:

Note! This will not add the app to the Other Apps list.

Faceid 5 — Selecting the Require Face ID option

6. To undo, touch and hold an app icon then tap Don’t Require Face ID.

Note! If you select your Photos app to require Face ID, your Camera app will not show your photos or videos.

That’s how to turn Face ID on for your apps. Now, when you open an enabled app, you can sign in with Face ID instead of entering a password or passcode each time. You can come back and add an app to Face ID if you download another Face ID available app.

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Unlocking the Power of Visual Look Up on iPhone

Apple’s new Visual Look Up feature allows iPhone users to search for images across various apps. Users can highlight screenshots to find similar images and ask ChatGPT about them. This feature, available on iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, and later models running iOS 26, aims to enhance visual intelligence capabilities.

RAYMOND OGLESBY @RaymondOglesby2
June 30, 2026 – 4 minutes read time

Overview

Here’s a new Apple visual intelligence feature you will not want to miss; you can now use Visual Look Up to search images on your iPhone screen across apps.

What can you do with Apple Visual Intelligence? More than ever before! The latest visual intelligence feature is the ability to look up items on your iPhone screen across a variety of apps. Let’s explore how to use this new Apple Visual Intelligence feature.

Key Takeaways

Highlight objects in a screenshot and use visual intelligence to find similar images online.
Ask ChatGPT questions about images on your iPhone screen.
Search supported apps like Google and Etsy to find similar products to the image on your iPhone screen.

System Requirements

This tip was tested on an iPhone 17 Pro. You will need an iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 or later running iOS 26 or later for this tip to work.

Click here to learn how to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version.

Using Visual Intelligence

First, take a screenshot of an image that interests you on your iPhone. This can be anything you are interested in. Refer to the image below:

Next, use your finger to circle or scribble over the part of the screenshot you want to learn about. That area will glow with animation. See the image below:

Now, tap the Ask button. See the following image:

Next, type a question, then tap the Send button. Or, you can simply wait for Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT to give you general information about the image. Refer to the image below:

Now, wait a moment, and the ChatGPT results will appear onscreen. See the image below:

Next, from your screenshot, you can also swipe up to see the image search results. You can tap images from sites to purchase the item or learn more. See the following image:

In the future, Apple promises that you will also be able to see results directly from apps like Etsy and Pinterest here, but that feature is not available as of this writing.

We found this feature cumbersome and frustrating to use. Anyway, that’s how to use Apple Visual Intelligence to look up an on-screen image.

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