How do I stop being prompted to customize my Lock Screen every time I press the iPhone screen?

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How do I stop being prompted to customize my Lock Screen every time I press the iPhone screen?

""Is there a way to stop being prompted to customize my Lock Screen every time I press on the iPhone screen when it is locked? It is hard to hold this phone without pressing the screen on lock and entering customize mode every single time." This question was asked last year, and over 300 people were having the same problem, including me. A solution was never offered." Change to 301 people.

I keep being referred to customize my "Haptic Touch" to a different touch duration setting in the comments. This doesn't work or fix the issue. This only changes the time it takes for the lock screen option pops up. This feature is not only annoying but also a security issue. Can someone provide a real solution?

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Original Title: Customize Lock Screen

iPhone 16 Plus

Posted on Jun 25, 2026 8:49 AM

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Answer 1

Jun 25, 2026 8:58 AM in response to bnd Plano

The only thing you can do is not press and hold the screen. This is one of the times when Steve Jobs, "You're holding it wrong" really is the correct answer.

Yes, it can be annoying to have to adjust your behavior to accommodate a device. No, it's not a security issue.

You can let Apple know your thoughts on the matter here:

Product Feedback - Apple

Perhaps if enough people do, Apple will make some changes. I would note, however that 300 people is an infinitesimal percentage of iPhone users..

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Answer 2

Jun 25, 2026 9:59 AM in response to bnd Plano

You hold it by the edges, not by the screen.

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bnd Plano Author

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Jun 25, 2026 9:30 AM in response to IdrisSeabright

Hi there while I appreciate your reply, just exactly do you suggest I hold my I phone? One entire side is the screen. I don't think it is my "behavior" that needs to be modified. However, thank you for replying.

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KiltedTim

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Jun 25, 2026 10:04 AM in response to bnd Plano

bnd Plano wrote:

Hi there while I appreciate your reply, just exactly do you suggest I hold my I phone? One entire side is the screen. I don't think it is my "behavior" that needs to be modified. However, thank you for replying.

If you insist on holding it that way and are upset with how the touch sensitive screen reacts to being touched, perhaps you should consider a flip phone.

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