iPhone 12 zoom prevents login due to partial keypad

iPhone 12. I have accidentally activated the zoom feature, now I can’t log in because I can’t only see half the key pad. How can alter the display or close and restart the phone?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 26

Posted on Jan 27, 2026 5:05 AM

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Jeff Donald

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Posted on Jan 27, 2026 5:07 AM

Please double tap the screen using a three finger tap.

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Jan 27, 2026 5:07 AM in response to glynm

Please double tap the screen using a three finger tap.

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