iPhone flashlight is not working

Flashlight stopped working and icon dark


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Posted on Aug 14, 2022 09:48 PM

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Posted on Aug 14, 2022 09:58 PM

NaplesYello Said:

"Flashlight not working: Flashlight stopped working and icon dark"

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Troubleshooting iPhone Flashlight:


A. Try This - Disable then Enable Cameara:

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: Screen Time
  3. Tap: Content & Privacy Restrictions
  4. Enter: Keycode
  5. Tap: Allowed Apps
  6. Tap: Camera (So it is Green-Colored)


B. Restart iPhone:

Go Here: Restart your iPhone - Apple Support


C. Are you Using a Case?

Make sure that the back camera is not covered(somewhat) - For note: the microphone part is located between the lens and the flash. So, make sure all is not covered.

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Aug 14, 2022 09:58 PM in response to NaplesYello

NaplesYello Said:

"Flashlight not working: Flashlight stopped working and icon dark"

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Troubleshooting iPhone Flashlight:


A. Try This - Disable then Enable Cameara:

  1. Go to: Settings
  2. Tap: Screen Time
  3. Tap: Content & Privacy Restrictions
  4. Enter: Keycode
  5. Tap: Allowed Apps
  6. Tap: Camera (So it is Green-Colored)


B. Restart iPhone:

Go Here: Restart your iPhone - Apple Support


C. Are you Using a Case?

Make sure that the back camera is not covered(somewhat) - For note: the microphone part is located between the lens and the flash. So, make sure all is not covered.

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