iOS Tips and Tricks
Digital literacy
iOS Tips and Tricks
A short course of handy tips and tricks for getting more out of your iPhone. Discover useful features across iOS, from the Control Centre, Emergency SOS and Live Photos to scanning QR codes, sharing Wi-Fi, fun message effects, personalised emojis, easier text editing, and saving web pages as PDFs.
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~16 minTotal duration
FreeLevel
Digital literacyCategory
What you’ll learn
By the end of this course you will know a range of handy iPhone features, including the Control Centre, Emergency SOS, Live Photos, QR code scanning, Wi-Fi sharing, message effects, personalised emojis, text editing shortcuts, and saving Safari pages as PDFs.
Course content
- Lesson 01 – iOS Control CentreExplore the enhanced Control Center in iOS 11 with our expert guide. Discover visual upgrades, quick access to essential features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and brightness, and learn to utilize 3D Touch for flashlight control. This tutorial also covers customization options and highlights improvements for all users, ensuring a streamlined mobile experience.2 min
- Lesson 02 – iOS 11 Emergency SOSDiscover the vital Emergency SOS feature in iOS 11, designed to quickly connect you with emergency services and alert your designated contacts. This video demonstrates how to set up your Medical ID in the Health app, including crucial details like blood type and weight. Learn the simple five-press activation sequence for immediate assistance and how your location is shared with emergency contacts.2 min
- Lesson 03 – iOS 11 Live PhotosDiscover the creative potential of Live Photos on iOS 11 with this comprehensive guide. Learn how to access and activate these dynamic images, then explore the exciting effects like Loop, Bounce, and Long Exposure. Perfect for capturing motion and adding artistic flair to your iPhone photography, this video showcases practical applications for stunning results.2 min
- Lesson 04 – iOS 11 QR CodesDiscover the simplicity of QR codes with this tutorial. Learn how to effortlessly scan QR codes using your iPhone's built-in camera, a feature introduced with iOS 11. This video showcases how to access valuable content, like the mobilearn.africa website and its educational modules, with just a quick scan. Experience innovation and accessibility in learning.2 min
- Lesson 05 – iOS 11 Wi-Fi SharingDiscover the seamless Wi-Fi password sharing capabilities introduced in iOS 11 with this tutorial. Learn how to effortlessly share your network credentials with nearby iPhones by simply tapping on the desired network. This efficient feature simplifies connecting friends and family to your Wi-Fi, making password sharing a breeze.2 min
- Lesson 06 – iOS 11 Message EffectsExplore the dynamic new message effects available in iOS 11's Messages app. This tutorial guides you through applying 'Bubble' and 'Screen' effects, with a special focus on the 'Echo' animation. Witness how these visual enhancements bring your iMessages to life, creating engaging and memorable communication experiences.2 min
- Lesson 07 – iOS Personalised EmojisThis lesson shows you how to create your own personalised emoji on your iPhone. Learn how to design a character that looks like you, choosing features like skin tone, hairstyle and accessories, and how to use it in your messages.1 min
- Lesson 08 – iOS 13 Text EditingThis lesson covers the text editing tools in iOS 13. Learn the quick gestures for moving the cursor, selecting words and paragraphs, and cutting, copying and pasting text, making it easier to write and edit on your iPhone.1 min
- Lesson 09 – iOS 13 Saving Safari Pages as PDFsThis lesson shows you how to save a web page as a PDF in Safari on iOS 13. Learn how to capture the full page, save it to your files, and share it, so you can keep or send web content to read later.2 min
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