How to Force Restart iPhone XS Max

Performing a force restart should not delete...

Apple iPhone XS Max Easy 20 seconds Guide 113120

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Guide overview

Before you begin

Performing a force restart should not delete any data, but can be helpful if your iPhone XS Max is frozen or needs troubleshooting.

Step 1

Repair step

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Quickly press and release the volume-up button (1).
Quickly press and release the volume-down button (2).

Step 2

Repair step

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Finally, press and hold the side button (3) until the Apple logo appears, and then release.
The screen will temporarily go dark as the iPhone shuts down and reboots. Keep holding the button until you see the  logo.