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Change the Auto-Lock time

Choose how long iPhone waits before it automatically dims and locks.

Follow a short, verified path based on current Apple documentation.

When this helps

Choose how long iPhone waits before it automatically dims and locks.

STEPS

How to do it

  1. 1

    Open Auto-Lock

    Go to Settings > Display & Brightness > Auto-Lock.

  2. 2

    Choose a time

    Choose how long iPhone should wait before locking.

When you are done

You are done when your preferred Auto-Lock time is selected.

Good to know

Delaying or preventing Auto-Lock can increase power consumption.

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