Flash camera

My back flash is not working !! Does anyone have any suggestion?

iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on Mar 19, 2023 09:19 PM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2023 11:18 PM

If the camera flash on your iPhone is not working, there are a few things you can try to troubleshoot the issue:

  1. Check the Flashlight: To make sure the flash is not completely broken, check if the flashlight is working by opening the Control Center and tapping on the flashlight icon. If the flashlight works but the camera flash doesn't, it could be a software issue.
  2. Restart your iPhone: Restarting your iPhone can fix many software-related issues, including problems with the camera flash. Press and hold the Side button (or the Sleep/Wake button) until the slider appears, then drag the slider to turn off your iPhone. After a few seconds, press and hold the Side button again until the Apple logo appears.
  3. Update your iPhone: Make sure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for any available updates.
  4. Clean the camera lens: Dirt or debris on the camera lens can affect the flash performance. Use a microfiber cloth or a soft-bristled brush to gently clean the lens.
  5. Reset All Settings: If the above steps didn't work, you can try resetting all settings to their default values. Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings. Note that this will erase all your customized settings, but it won't delete any of your data or apps.
  6. Contact Apple Support: If none of the above steps work, it's possible that there is a hardware issue with your iPhone's flash. Contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Store to get your device checked.


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Mar 19, 2023 11:18 PM in response to prerana288

If the camera flash on your iPhone is not working, there are a few things you can try to troubleshoot the issue:

  1. Check the Flashlight: To make sure the flash is not completely broken, check if the flashlight is working by opening the Control Center and tapping on the flashlight icon. If the flashlight works but the camera flash doesn't, it could be a software issue.
  2. Restart your iPhone: Restarting your iPhone can fix many software-related issues, including problems with the camera flash. Press and hold the Side button (or the Sleep/Wake button) until the slider appears, then drag the slider to turn off your iPhone. After a few seconds, press and hold the Side button again until the Apple logo appears.
  3. Update your iPhone: Make sure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for any available updates.
  4. Clean the camera lens: Dirt or debris on the camera lens can affect the flash performance. Use a microfiber cloth or a soft-bristled brush to gently clean the lens.
  5. Reset All Settings: If the above steps didn't work, you can try resetting all settings to their default values. Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings. Note that this will erase all your customized settings, but it won't delete any of your data or apps.
  6. Contact Apple Support: If none of the above steps work, it's possible that there is a hardware issue with your iPhone's flash. Contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Store to get your device checked.


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