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How to Enable Assistive Touch in iPhone/iPad

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There are a few ways to turn on AssistiveTouch

Method 1

Step 1: Launch Settings from your Home screen. 

Step 2: Tap Accessibility.

Step 3: Choose Touch.

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Step 4: Tap AssistiveTouch to turn it on.

Step 5: Toggle AssistiveTouch.

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Method 2 

Note: Before using this option, make sure your device has Siri enabled.

Method 2: Use "Hey Siri" to say, “Turn on AssistiveTouch.”

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For older Model iPhones/iOS

Method 1

Step 1: Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2: Tap on General.

Step 3: Tap on Accessibility.

Step 4: Tap on AssistiveTouch under the Physical & Motor section — it's towards the bottom. Turn On AssistiveTouch.

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Method 2 

Step 1: Go to Settings > General > Accessibility and scroll down to Accessibility Shortcut. 
 
Step 2: Under the triple-click the Home button for option, select Assistive Touch.

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Now you can turn the Assistive Touch on or off by holding down the Home button three times.

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