Since the notch was introduced in 2017, iPhone users have had to make do without knowing their exact battery percentage at a glance. As there was less space in the status bar along the top edge of the screen, Apple reduced the information displayed: only the time, cellular and Wi-Fi signal strengths, and a graphical icon indicating how much power you have left. To see how much battery was left, you had to swipe down to open the Control Center.
That has changed as of the release of iOS 16 in September 2022. Apple now allows users to restore the battery percentage to their home screens. So, in this guide, we’ll be having a look at how to enable battery percentage on iPhones. Bearing that in mind, let’s kick things off!
Steps to Enable Battery Percentage on iPhones
Here’s how to enable the percentage indicator on a compatible iPhone with Face ID running iOS 16.
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll to the bottom and select Battery.
- Toggle the Battery Percentage switch.
That’s all you need to do. On both the Lock Screen and your Home Screens, you’ll now see a specific battery level inside the battery icon, giving you a better idea of battery status at a glance.
The color of the battery icon will change depending on the battery’s status and the color of the iPhone’s wallpaper. For example, when charging, the battery icon will turn green and display a charging indicator. When the charge falls below 20%, the battery icon turns red.
If your iPhone does not support the new option, don’t worry; you can still check the battery percentage by swiping down to open the Control Center.
Wrapping it Up
There you have it! A quick and easy guide on how to enable battery percentage on iPhones. Enabling this feature helps you have an idea of your iPhone’s battery percentage. With it, you’ll also be able to utilize your iPhone device effectively.
