How to Lock the Screen on an iPhone Without Ending a Call
Here’s how to lock your iPhone during a call without stopping the phone call.
Alternative Ways to Lock Your iPhone Screen When Making a Call
If you don’t want to enable the above setting, there are some other ways to lock the iPhone screen when you’re in the middle of a call.
Switch to Speaker. You can lock your iPhone without ending a call when using the Phone app’s Speaker option. Connect earphones. Phone calls will not end if you lock your iPhone while headphones, earphones, or earbuds are connected. Make a call with another app. Apps such as WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger can be used to make phone calls and they remain active when your iPhone’s locked.
How to Lock Your iPhone Screen
You can lock your iPhone screen at any time by pressing the button on the right side of the smartphone. This button is officially referred to as the Side button.
How to Unlock Your iPhone Screen
To unlock your iPhone’s screen, tap the screen once and then swipe up from the bottom to the top. Depending on your security settings, your iPhone may automatically unlock after scanning your face or it may require you to input a numerical code. Alternatively, you can also press the Side button to wake up the screen and then swipe up or use an Apple Watch to unlock your iPhone.
Why Does My iPhone Screen Turn Off During a Call?
The iPhone’s built-in sensors automatically detect when the device is close to a surface, such as your face, and will turn the screen off. This automatic process doesn’t end phone calls and is primarily done to prevent the accidental opening of apps or pressing of on-screen buttons. It can also save battery life by not powering the screen when no one can see it. Due to this screen feature, you don’t need to manually lock your iPhone screen before or during a phone call. The iPhone screen should turn off as soon as you hold the smartphone up to your ear and will automatically turn back on when you pull the iPhone away.
