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My phone camera's zoom doesn't work

If your device's camera is unable to zoom, try these tips from our in-house tech experts for a quick fix.

Force your apps to close

iOS devices

iPhone with Face ID:

  • From the home screen of your iPhone, swipe up from the bottom and stop when you reach the middle of the screen.

  • You can swipe either right or left to find the app(s) you want to close.

  • Swipe up on the app's preview to close it.

If your iPhone doesn’t have Face ID:

  • Double-click the home button to see your recently used apps.

  • You can swipe either right or left to find the app(s) you want to close.

  • Swipe up on the app’s preview to close it.

Android devices

  • Swipe up from the bottom of your screen, hold, and let go.

  • Swipe from left to right.

  • On the left, select “Clear all”.

Update your software

iOS devices

  1. Plug your device into a power source and make sure you’re connected to Wi-Fi.

  2. Go to "Settings" > "General" > "Software Update".

  3. You may see 2 software updates, pick the one you want to install.

Android devices

  • Go to "Settings" > "System" > "System update".

  • You’ll be able to see your update status — follow the steps that appear on the screen.

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