Night Shift, Apple's built-in feature to reduce blue light emission from your iPhone's screen, can be a lifesaver for better sleep. But sometimes you want vibrant colors back! This guide shows you several ways to disable Night Shift, whether you need a quick temporary fix or a permanent change to your settings.
How Do I Turn Off Night Shift on My iPhone Right Now?
The quickest way to turn off Night Shift is via Control Center.
- Swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen (on iPhone X and later) or swipe up from the bottom of the screen (on older iPhones). This will open Control Center.
- Locate the Night Shift icon. It looks like a sun and a moon.
- Tap the Night Shift icon. This will toggle Night Shift off immediately. The icon will appear inactive (grayed out) when Night Shift is off.
How to Permanently Turn Off Night Shift on iPhone?
While quickly toggling it off is convenient, for a more lasting solution, adjust your settings:
- Open the Settings app. This is the gray icon with gears on your home screen.
- Tap "Display & Brightness."
- Tap "Night Shift."
- Toggle the "Scheduled" switch to the OFF position. This disables the automatic scheduling of Night Shift. You can leave the "Manual" switch off as well, ensuring Night Shift is completely deactivated.
Now, Night Shift won't automatically turn on at sunset or any time you've previously scheduled.
How Do I Turn Night Shift Off and Keep It Off?
The steps above will effectively keep Night Shift off. To reiterate, turning off both the "Scheduled" and "Manual" switches in the Night Shift settings ensures it remains inactive. However, if you accidentally re-enable the "Scheduled" option, Night Shift will automatically turn on according to your chosen schedule. Therefore, regularly checking the "Scheduled" toggle is recommended if you prefer to keep Night Shift permanently disabled.
What Happens When I Turn Off Night Shift?
Turning off Night Shift simply restores your iPhone's screen to its normal color temperature. You'll see warmer colors during the evening hours, which can affect your sleep. The colors will be more vibrant and closer to their original, unfiltered state.
Can I Use Night Shift Only Sometimes?
Absolutely! Night Shift is designed to be flexible. You can:
- Use the Control Center toggle: This is the easiest way to turn Night Shift on and off whenever you want.
- Use the Scheduled option: Set a specific time frame for Night Shift to activate. This lets you enable it only during evenings or specific times you find beneficial.
- Use the Manual option: This lets you turn it on and off manually at any time, without affecting a previously scheduled time.
Why Isn't My Night Shift Turning Off?
If you're having trouble turning off Night Shift, try these troubleshooting steps:
- Restart your iPhone: A simple restart can often resolve minor software glitches.
- Check for software updates: Make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. Outdated software can sometimes cause unexpected behavior.
- Check accessibility settings: While unlikely, ensure there are no accessibility settings that might be interfering with Night Shift's functionality.
By following these instructions, you can easily manage Night Shift on your iPhone and optimize your screen's display to suit your needs and preferences at any time.
