The iPhone calls its speed dial "Favorites," found in the "Phone" menu. This list shows your contacts’ names, making it easy to call without remembering phone numbers. To add a contact, tap "Phone," then "Contacts." Find the contact, tap "Add to Favorites," and choose the right number if there are multiple. Access "Favorites" to call by tapping a name or to manage the list. Deleting a Favorite involves tapping "Edit," the red circle, and "Done." Rearrange by dragging the three-line icon.
Creating a Speed Dial Shortcut
How do I create a speed dial shortcut on my iPhone?
First, add the PHONE NUMBER
action, select your desired contacts. Then, add the CHOOSE FROM LIST
and the CALL
action. It sets "Phone Number" and "Chosen Item" as inputs, respectively. Click DONE
to save. Creating a new shortcut involves selecting contacts, choosing from a list, and adding a call action.
Setting Up Auto Dial
How do I set up auto dial on my iPhone?
To enable Dial Assist, go to Settings and tap Phone. In the Phone app, you can dial numbers, tap favorites, or choose from contacts. The keypad allows entering numbers, redoing the last call, and making international calls. You manage Favorites by adding, rearranging, or deleting. Dial Assist corrects international or local prefixes automatically.
Understanding Speed Dial Button
What button is speed dial?
Speed dial works by pressing a special button like #
or *
, followed by a number. It lets you call without remembering or entering long numbers. This function, available on various phones, stores numbers in memory. It makes calling frequent numbers or emergency contacts quicker.