How do I get my iPhone 11 camera back to normal?

Answered by James Kissner

To get your iPhone 11 camera back to normal, there are a few things you can try. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Restart your iPhone: Sometimes, a simple restart can fix minor software glitches that might be affecting your camera. Press and hold the power button until the “slide to power off” option appears. Slide it to turn off your iPhone, then press and hold the power button again until the Apple logo appears to turn it back on.

2. Check camera settings: It’s possible that some settings in your camera app might have been changed, causing the abnormal behavior. Open the Camera app and tap on the arrow icon at the top of the screen to access the camera settings. Make sure all the settings are in their default or desired state. If needed, you can also try resetting the camera settings to their default values.

3. Clear camera cache: Clearing the cache can help resolve any temporary issues with the camera app. To do this, go to the iPhone’s settings, then tap on General and go to iPhone Storage. Scroll down and find the Camera app, then tap on it. On the next screen, tap on “Offload App” to remove the app but keep its documents and data. Afterward, tap on “Reinstall App” to download and install the Camera app again.

4. Update your iPhone software: Keeping your iPhone up to date with the latest software can help fix bugs and improve performance, including the camera. To check for updates, go to the iPhone’s settings, tap on General, then Software Update. If an update is available, tap on “Download and Install” to update your iPhone.

5. Reset all settings: If none of the above steps work, you can try resetting all settings on your iPhone. This will not delete your data, but it will revert all settings to their default values. To do this, go to the iPhone’s settings, tap on General, then Reset & Transfer. Here, tap on “Reset All Settings” and enter your passcode if prompted. Your iPhone will restart, and you can then check if the camera is back to normal.

If none of these steps work, it’s possible that there might be a hardware issue with your iPhone’s camera. In that case, it’s recommended to contact Apple Support or visit an authorized service center for further assistance.