To stop your iPhone screen from turning off automatically, you need to adjust its Auto-Lock settings.
Your iPhone's screen is designed to turn off after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life and enhance security. However, you have full control over this feature and can easily change how long your screen stays on or even prevent it from turning off entirely.
Adjusting Your iPhone's Auto-Lock Settings
Follow these simple steps to modify the screen auto-lock duration on your iPhone:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and tap on Display & Brightness.
- On the Display & Brightness screen, tap on Auto-Lock.
- You will see a list of time intervals (e.g., 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 3 Minutes, 4 Minutes, 5 Minutes). To stop your screen from turning off automatically, select Never.
Setting Auto-Lock to "Never" will keep your iPhone screen illuminated indefinitely until you manually lock it by pressing the side button, or until the device's battery is completely depleted.
Considerations When Setting Auto-Lock to "Never"
While setting your iPhone's Auto-Lock to "Never" offers convenience for certain tasks, it's important to be aware of potential implications:
- Battery Drain: Keeping your screen constantly on is one of the most significant factors in battery consumption. You will likely experience a much faster drain on your iPhone's battery, requiring more frequent charging.
- Privacy and Security: An unlocked screen that stays on can pose a privacy risk. If your phone is left unattended, anyone can view or interact with your device without needing to unlock it.
- Screen Burn-in (for OLED models): Although less common with modern displays, prolonged display of static images on OLED screens (found in newer iPhone models) could theoretically contribute to image persistence or "burn-in" over extended periods. For most typical usage, this is not a significant concern.
For general daily use, it is often recommended to choose an Auto-Lock duration that balances convenience with battery efficiency, such as 1 or 2 minutes. However, for specific activities like following a recipe, using a navigation app, or reading an e-book, setting it to "Never" can be very practical.
