How to Turn On the Flashlight on iPhone 16 / 16 Plus

Follow these simple steps to turn on the flashlight on your iPhone 16 / 16 Plus. Each step is one action — nice and easy.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   From the Lock Screen or Home Screen, swipe down from the top-right corner.

2. 2

   This opens the Control Center.

3. 3

   Tap the flashlight icon (it looks like a small flashlight).

4. 4

   The flashlight turns on immediately.

5. 5

   Tap it again to turn it off.

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