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For some reason, I can’t access the control center without first unlocking my iPhone.

For some reason, I can’t access the control center without first unlocking my iPhone. I used to be able to swipe down without unlocking it but now I don’t know how to fix this…I would really like to get it back to “normal” 😅 thank you!

iPhone XR, iOS 15

Posted on Nov 1, 2022 8:17 PM

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Posted on Nov 1, 2022 10:24 PM

Double Check the following Setting:

Open Settings ➡️ Face ID & Passcode ➡️ Allow Access When Locked (Scroll Down for this) ➡️ Control Center: Set this switch to ON.


Axel F.

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For some reason, I can’t access the control center without first unlocking my iPhone.

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