How to Make the Font Bigger on iPhone

Using the Display & Brightness Settings
The easiest way to increase the font size on your iPhone is by using the Display & Brightness settings. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on Display & Brightness.
- Select Text Size.
- Move the slider to the right to increase the font size.
- Preview the font size changes in the text box provided.
- Once you are satisfied with the new font size, simply exit the settings app.
This method will increase the font size throughout your device, including in system menus, apps, and other features. Keep in mind that the text size options in this method are limited and may not be sufficient for users who need very large font sizes.
Adjusting Text Size in Accessibility Settings
If you need larger font sizes than what is available in the Display & Brightness settings, you can try adjusting the text size in the Accessibility settings. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on Accessibility.
- Select Display & Text Size.
- Move the slider to adjust the font size.
- You can also toggle on Bold Text to make the text easier to read.
- Preview the font size changes in the text box provided.
- Once you are satisfied with the new font size, simply exit the settings app.
This method will increase the font size throughout your device, but it may also affect other display settings. For example, enabling Bold Text may cause some apps to display differently. However, this method provides more options for customizing font sizes to suit your needs.
Enlarging Font in the Safari Browser
If you find it difficult to read text in the Safari browser on your iPhone, you can easily increase the font size to make it more readable. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Safari app on your iPhone.
- Navigate to the website you want to read.
- Pinch outward on the screen with two fingers to zoom in.
- Tap on the “AA” icon in the top left corner of the screen.
- Select the larger “A” to increase the font size.
- You can also adjust the brightness and contrast of the webpage for better readability.
- Once you are satisfied with the new font size, simply exit the Safari app.
This method only affects the font size in the Safari browser, but it can be very helpful for reading small text on webpages. Keep in mind that some websites may have their own font size settings that override this method.
Changing Font Size in Messaging Apps
If you have trouble reading text in messaging apps like iMessage or WhatsApp, you can adjust the font size to make it more legible. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the messaging app you want to use.
- Open a conversation.
- Pinch outward on the screen with two fingers to zoom in.
- Tap on the “Aa” icon to open the font size menu.
- Select the desired font size from the options provided.
- Preview the font size changes in the text box provided.
- Once you are satisfied with the new font size, simply exit the messaging app.
This method only affects the font size in the messaging app you are using and does not apply to other apps or system menus. However, it can be very helpful for reading small text in conversations. Keep in mind that some messaging apps may have their own font size settings that override this method.
Using Zoom to Increase Font Size Throughout the Device
If you have difficulty reading small text throughout your iPhone, you can use the Zoom feature to magnify the entire screen. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap on Accessibility.
- Select Zoom.
- Toggle on Zoom to enable the feature.
- Double-tap with three fingers to zoom in and out.
- You can also adjust the zoom level and other settings in the Zoom menu.
- Once you are satisfied with the new font size, simply exit the settings app.
This method magnifies the entire screen, including system menus, apps, and other features. It can be especially helpful for users with low vision who need larger font sizes throughout the device. Keep in mind that using Zoom may affect other display settings and may require some adjustment to use comfortably.