How can I disable this new icon after iPadOS update?

After installing iPadOS 26, the following icon appears on all screens.

What does it mean and how can I disable it?



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Original Title : Icon On Screens After iPadOS Update

Posted on Sep 15, 2025 06:35 PM

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Posted on Sep 16, 2025 10:56 AM

Universal Control is a Mac-only setting.


The icon, is for the Hover Text option.

Go to Settings ➜ Accessibility ➜ Hover Text, and turn it off.


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How can I disable this new icon after iPadOS update?

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