iPhone 3D Touch: What the display function can do

For some time now, Apple has introduced a new control option for your iPhone. With the 3D Touch, you can control the device in a different way. Depending on whether you press the display lightly or more firmly, you have different options. Before you use the function, you need to activate it.

How to use the 3D Touch function on iPhone

With the 3D Touch function on iPhone, you have more control options to choose from. In some cases, you first need to enable the function through the settings. To do this, open the "Settings" app and select the "Operating aids" menu item. Then go to "Tap" and then to "3D & Haptic Touch". Press the slider to activate the function. Afterwards, you have various operating options to choose from.

1. With the "Quick Actions", you can access various app functions directly from the home screen. For this, you need to press a little harder on the corresponding app icon. Then you will be shown a menu with various options, these can differ depending on the app.
2. In addition, the "Peek" option has been introduced. This is only available after opening an app on the device. This is a preview function that allows you to display a message, for example. Aber auch eine Webseiten-Vorschau von einem Link kann angezeigt werden.
3. Eine andere Option ist die „Pop“-Funktion. Sie wird ausgelöst, wenn Sie fester auf eine Nachricht oder einen Link drücken und dient dazu, sie beziehungsweise ihn zu öffnen.