How to Lock the Power and Volume Buttons on iPhone While Gaming

 

1. Introduction

Accidentally pressing the power or volume buttons while gaming on your iPhone can be incredibly frustrating. These unintended presses can lower your game volume, pause the game, or even lock the screen entirely. Fortunately, there are built-in iPhone features that allow you to prevent these interruptions.

In this guide, we’ll cover step-by-step methods to lock the power and volume buttons on your iPhone while playing games, ensuring a seamless gaming experience.

For Android users, we’ve also covered a step-by-step guide on locking power and volume buttons on Android while gaming—check it out!

2. Use Guided Access to Lock Power and Volume Buttons

Guided Access is an iPhone feature designed to limit device functionality to a single app and restrict hardware buttons.

Steps to Enable Guided Access:

1. Open Settings > Accessibility > Guided Access.
2. Turn on Guided Access.
3. Go to Passcode Settings > Set Guided Access Passcode.
4. Launch your game.
5. Triple-press the Side Button to activate Guided Access.
6. Tap Options and disable Volume Buttons and Sleep/Wake Button.
7. Tap Start to enable Guided Access.

Now, both your power and volume buttons are locked until you exit Guided Access.

3. Adjust Volume and Disable Button Controls Before Gaming

Steps to Disable Volume Button Controls:

1. Go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics.
2. Turn off Change with Buttons.

This ensures the volume remains consistent even if the buttons are pressed accidentally.

4. Use Focus Mode for Distraction-Free Gaming

While Focus Mode doesn’t lock hardware buttons, it can prevent other interruptions:

1. Go to Settings > Focus > Add Focus.
2. Choose Gaming and customize notifications.

Focus Mode works well when combined with Guided Access for optimal gaming.

5. Third-Party Gaming Apps (If Available)

While iOS is quite restrictive, some gaming apps offer built-in settings to ignore hardware button inputs. Check your game’s settings for any such features.

6. Conclusion

The best way to lock the power and volume buttons during gaming is by using Guided Access. It’s a built-in iOS feature that effectively disables hardware button interference. Additionally, adjusting volume settings and using Focus Mode further enhances your gaming experience.

Enjoy uninterrupted gameplay!

If you need further assistance, feel free to ask.