How To Make Screen Rotate On iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr

Some owners of Apple’s iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr have reported that the screen rotate feature as well as accelerometer stopped functioning, which is why we have put up this post to help you rectify the issue. The basic issue with the screen rotation feature is that it has most likely been turned off.

Other common issues are where the default camera mode shows images in an inverted position. This can also be caused by the screen rotate function and can cause the iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr buttons to act in the opposite direction.

How to Fix iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr Screen Rotate Feature

There are two main ways to fix the screen rotation issue on the iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr, and the first recommendation is to hard reset the iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr.

An efficient method to fix the screen rotation problem is to check whether the lock screen option is turned on. The instructions highlighted below will instruct on how to unlock the Portrait Orientation Lock feature.

Switch on your Apple iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr
Swipe up from the bottom of the screen
Click on the lock icon at the top right corner of the change screen orientation to Portrait mode

If your wireless carrier has disabled the service screen, then the only option you have is to perform a factory default on your iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr. You can quickly implement a factory reset on your iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr by reading this guide. It is also recommended you consult with your service provider to know if they have any solution for your problem.

Another tip which we don’t suggest is tapping the back of your smartphone lightly to give it a gentle jolt. Few readers of ours have suggested this procedure which we term as risky.

Finally, the most recommended way to fix the screen rotation issue on your iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr is to perform a hard reset of the device. It is important to acknowledge that performing a hard reset on the iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr will cause permanent deletion of all apps, data, and settings.

Hence, there is a need to back up all data which can be done by navigating to Settings > Backup & reset on your device. You can learn how to perform a hard reset on your iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max and iPhone Xr with this guide.