How to Configure and Use Back Tap on iPhone

Difficulty
Beginner
Tested on
iOS 18.4 - iPhone 15 Pro
You will need
iPhone 8 or later running iOS 14 or later

Step by step

  1. 30 sec

    Open the Accessibility settings

    Launch the Settings app from your Home Screen. Scroll down and tap Accessibility, then select Touch.

  2. 30 sec

    Access the Back Tap menu

    Scroll to the bottom of the Touch menu. Tap Back Tap to view the configuration options.

  3. 45 sec

    Assign an action to Double Tap

    Tap Double Tap to see the list of available system actions, accessibility features, and Shortcuts. Select your desired action to bind it to a double tap gesture.

    Note: Selecting a Shortcut allows you to trigger complex automation workflows instantly.
  4. 45 sec

    Assign an action to Triple Tap

    Navigate back to the main Back Tap screen and tap Triple Tap. Choose a separate action that differs from your Double Tap choice to maximize functionality.

  5. 30 sec

    Verify the gesture sensitivity

    Return to your Home Screen. Use your finger to firmly tap the back of your iPhone twice or three times depending on your settings to trigger the assigned action.

    Note: If the action does not trigger, ensure your phone case is not too thick to register the physical taps.