To help with this, Apple has created the iPhone’s “Do Not Disturb” feature. This feature turns off all sound notifications and keeps the screen off. In this guide, we’ll explain what Do Not Disturb on the iPhone is, how to turn it on and customize it, and how to turn it off when you no longer need it. This will help you manage your notifications more effectively and enjoy quiet time. Do Not Disturb on the iPhone is a handy tool that helps you avoid interruptions by silencing calls, alerts, and notifications. This feature is great when you need to concentrate, relax, or do something without your phone interrupting you. When you turn on Do Not Disturb, your phone won’t make any noise for calls and notifications, and you’ll see a crescent icon at the top to show it’s active. But you can set it up so important calls, like from your favorite contacts or repeated calls, can still get through. You can also set Do Not Disturb to turn on automatically at certain times, maybe when you’re usually asleep. This way, you can keep your phone from bothering you but stay connected if something important arises. It’s a great way to manage how you use your phone and find peace when needed.
↪ Do Not Disturb is now in Focus
Before iOS 15, the Do Not Disturb feature was a standalone setting. With iOS 15, Apple expanded the concept by introducing Focus, a more customizable feature that includes Do Not Disturb as one of its options. Focus allows users to set different types of focus modes, such as Personal, Work, Sleep, etc., each with its own set of notification and app allowances, providing more control over what users see and hear from their iPhones during different activities or times of day.
How to Turn on Do Not Disturb mode on an iPhone
Whether using a newer or older model, turning on and customizing this mode is straightforward. Here, we’ll guide you through the simple steps to activate Do Not Disturb mode on different iPhone models and how to customize it to fit your needs and lifestyle.
↪ iOS 15 and later
If you are using an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, you will have to follow slightly different steps due to the introduction of Focus settings, which we discussed above.
↪ iOS 14.8 or older
On iPhones with iOS 14.8 or older, using Do Not Disturb is simple, with options in both the Control Center and Settings.
1. From Control Center
2. From iPhone’s Settings
How to Set Do Not Disturb Mode to turn on Automatically?
You can switch your iPhone’s Do Not Disturb mode on and off by itself instead of doing it manually. This is great for a routine, like when you go to sleep and wake up. You can schedule it so that Do Not Disturb starts at bedtime and stops when you get up. Similarly, you can do this for specific locations like worship places or gaming or reading apps. When you enter that place (location) or open the specific app, the Do Not Disturb mode will be turned on automatically. Also, when you leave that place or close the app, it will be turned off. Let’s show you how to set this up: Now, whenever the conditions you set here are met, the Do Not Disturb mode will automatically be enabled on your iPhone.
Customize Do Not Disturb mode
Customizing your iPhone’s Do Not Disturb mode offers several options, thanks to the latest features in Focus mode. This allows you to modify exactly how and when you want to minimize disruptions. From setting specific schedules to choosing which calls or notifications can break through the silence, the customization features ensure that Do Not Disturb works in a way that perfectly aligns with your lifestyle and needs. Whether for uninterrupted work hours, peaceful sleep, or moments of quietness, these settings provide the flexibility to create a personal digital environment that suits your preferences. Let’s go over the step-by-step guides for customizing Notifications from People, App Notifications, and Focus Filters in the Do Not Disturb mode on your iPhone.
1. Customize People Notifications in Do Not Disturb mode in Focus settings
Here’s how you can customize notifications in your Do Not Disturb mode in Focus on your iPhone:
2. Customize app notifications in Do Not Disturb mode in Focus settings
Here’s how you can customize app notifications in Do Not Disturb mode in Focus on your iPhone:
3. Customize Focus Filters
Under Do Not Disturb on your iPhone, Focus Filters lets you customize app and system performances for a tailored, distraction-free experience.
Calendar: Set preferences for calendar visibility.Mail: Configure email focus filters.Messages: Control message notifications from specific people.Safari: Set which tab group is accessible during Do Not Disturb.
Appearance: Choose between dark or light mode during Do Not Disturb.Low Power Mode: Automatically turn low power mode on or off in conjunction with Do Not Disturb.Always On Display: Control the Always On Display feature during Do Not Disturb.Silent Mode: Automatically turn silent mode on or off when Do Not Disturb is active.
How to turn off Do Not Disturb on an iPhone?
Turning off Do Not Disturb mode on an iPhone follows steps similar to those you take while turning it on. To turn off Do Not Disturb on an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, swipe to access the Control Center and tap the Focus icon (often a moon symbol). Then, disable “Do Not Disturb” from the options. For iOS 14 or earlier, access the Control Center and tap the moon icon to turn off Do Not Disturb. In both cases, if DND is set to a schedule, it will automatically turn off when the scheduled time ends. However, these steps allow for manual deactivation at any time.
