Camera control button wont launch camera

I tried checking all the settings but it still doesnt launch the camera when I press it. What to do?

iPhone 17 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Nov 2, 2025 7:51 AM

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Posted on Nov 2, 2025 1:46 PM

xtianserqui wrote:

Yes camera is selected
Single clip checked
screen on camera enabled

still doesn’t launch camera when I press it

The Camera Control button works perfectly on my iPhone. Since you can't get yours to work, I'd schedule an appointment at your Apple Store Genius Bar and let Apple test the button for you.


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Also, perhaps a dumb question, but believe it or not, some people were under the impression the Camera Control button is above the volume buttons. That is actually, the Action Button. The Camera Capture button is below the side power button.

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Nov 2, 2025 1:46 PM in response to xtianserqui

xtianserqui wrote:

Yes camera is selected
Single clip checked
screen on camera enabled

still doesn’t launch camera when I press it

The Camera Control button works perfectly on my iPhone. Since you can't get yours to work, I'd schedule an appointment at your Apple Store Genius Bar and let Apple test the button for you.


Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple


Also, perhaps a dumb question, but believe it or not, some people were under the impression the Camera Control button is above the volume buttons. That is actually, the Action Button. The Camera Capture button is below the side power button.

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