Volume Control
Adjust the device volume:Adjust by Multiple Steps
Action Button
Press the Action button (iPhone 15 Pro and later):- Toggle silent mode
- Open the camera
- Start a voice memo
- Run a shortcut
- And more
The Action button is only available on iPhone 15 Pro models and later. Calling this on older devices will have no effect.
Examples
Mute Before Task
Set Specific Volume Level
Quick Capture with Action Button
Volume Behavior
Ringer vs Media volume
Ringer vs Media volume
Volume buttons control different volumes depending on context:
- When no media is playing: Ringer volume
- During media playback: Media volume
- In some apps: App-specific volume
Silent mode
Silent mode
Volume buttons don’t affect silent mode. Silent mode is controlled via the ring/silent switch (or Action button if configured).
Volume HUD
Volume HUD
Each volume press shows the volume HUD briefly. Add a small delay between presses for reliable adjustment.