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iPhone 12 having trouble sweeping up to reveal open apps once in awhile it works. Any suggestions?

Anybody out there that can solve this problem?

iPhone 12, iOS 14

Posted on Dec 21, 2020 4:54 PM

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Posted on Dec 24, 2020 7:12 AM

You probably just need to get the hang of it. when you swipe up from the bottom, you can't do it quickly like you would when navigating back to the Home Screen.

When you want to see your open apps, swipe up about ~1/3 of the screen and then hesitate slightly without raising your finger. You should see the app switcher appear, then you can release your finger.

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Dec 24, 2020 7:12 AM in response to Monkeyhanger56

You probably just need to get the hang of it. when you swipe up from the bottom, you can't do it quickly like you would when navigating back to the Home Screen.

When you want to see your open apps, swipe up about ~1/3 of the screen and then hesitate slightly without raising your finger. You should see the app switcher appear, then you can release your finger.

Dec 23, 2020 6:36 PM in response to Monkeyhanger56

Hi there Monkeyhanger56,


Thanks for reaching out to Apple Support Communities. We understand you’re swiping up but not getting a response. We’ll be happy to help.


Begin by restarting your iPhone and trying the swipe up gesture again. If you’re using a screen protector or case, please remove them first and test without them. Here’s how to restart: Restart your iPhone.


If the issue continues, let us know if you’re seeing slow performance anywhere else, and if there’s been any damage that might be affecting performance. Do you have any issues with responsiveness on the bottom of your display in other apps?


Best regards.

Dec 24, 2020 7:04 AM in response to chuck_3rd

I did a restart, took off my cover (I have no screen protector), but I still have the issue with apps that I have done with. No problem when I close the app to go back into its home page icon at all. That is instant. When I sweep I have to sweep up 4-5 times or more to see all the "hidden" open apps. Once I eventually see them all, there is no problem sweeping up and them disappearing. Hope that helps. Happy Holidays! Cheers, Eric

iPhone 12 having trouble sweeping up to reveal open apps once in awhile it works. Any suggestions?

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