How do I change the opening page on my iPhone?

Answered by Jason Smith

To change the opening page on your iPhone, you can rearrange the home screen pages to your preference. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. On your iPhone, go to the home screen and find an empty space or an app icon that you want to move. Press and hold your finger on that space or icon until the apps start jiggling.

2. Once the apps are in jiggle mode, you will see a row of dots or thumbnails at the bottom or side of the screen. These dots represent your home screen pages.

3. Tap on the row of dots to enter the home screen editing mode. You will now see all your home screen pages as small thumbnails or a grid layout.

4. To rearrange the pages, simply touch and drag a page to move it in relation to your other pages. You can move it to the left or right depending on your preference.

5. As you drag the page, you will notice that the other pages will shift to make room for the new arrangement. You can continue dragging the page until you are satisfied with its position.

6. Release your finger to drop the page in its new location. The other pages will adjust accordingly to finalize the new order.

7. After rearranging the pages, you can press the Home button (or swipe up from the bottom on newer iPhones) to exit the editing mode and lock in your changes. Your new opening page will now be the one you set.

By rearranging your home screen pages, you can personalize the layout and prioritize the apps you use most frequently. This can help you access your desired apps and information more efficiently, creating a more convenient and tailored user experience.

Keep in mind that the process may vary slightly depending on your iPhone model and the iOS version you are running. However, the basic steps should remain relatively similar across different devices.

Personal experience: When I first got an iPhone, I found the default arrangement of the home screen pages to be a bit confusing. I wanted to have my most-used apps accessible on the first page, but they were scattered across different pages. Rearranging the pages allowed me to organize my apps based on my usage patterns and preferences. It made navigating through my iPhone much more intuitive and streamlined.