As an iPhone user, it’s essential to keep track of your battery level to ensure that your device doesn’t unexpectedly run out of power. While the default battery icon on the status bar gives you a rough estimate of your remaining battery, it’s often helpful to see the exact percentage. In this article, I will guide you through various methods to show the battery percentage on your iPhone, whether you have the latest model with Face ID or an older version with a home button.
Show Battery Percentage in Status Bar
The quickest and easiest way to view your battery percentage is by enabling it in the status bar. Here’s how you can do it:
On iPhones with Face ID Notch
- Start by unlocking your iPhone and accessing the home screen.
- Swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to open the Control Center.
- Look for the battery icon at the top-right corner of the Control Center.
- You will see the battery percentage next to the battery icon.
On iPhones with a Home Button
- Unlock your iPhone and go to the home screen.
- Locate the Settings app and tap on it to open.
- Scroll down and tap on “Battery.”
- Toggle on the “Battery Percentage” switch.
Once you’ve followed these steps, the battery percentage will be displayed in the top-right corner of your iPhone’s status bar, making it easily visible whenever you glance at your device.
See Battery Percentage in Control Center
If you prefer not to clutter your status bar with the battery percentage, you can check it in the Control Center. Here’s how:
- Unlock your iPhone and go to the home screen.
- For iPhones with Face ID, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to open the Control Center. For iPhones with a home button, swipe up from the bottom of the screen.
- Look for the battery icon in the Control Center.
- You will see the battery percentage next to the battery icon.
By using this method, you can quickly see the exact battery percentage without it being constantly visible on your status bar.
Use iPhone Battery Status Widget
Another convenient way to keep an eye on your battery percentage is by adding the Battery Status widget to your iPhone’s Today View. The Today View can be accessed by swiping right on your home screen or by swiping down from the top of the screen and scrolling to the right.
- Unlock your iPhone and go to the home screen.
- Swipe right to access the Today View.
- Scroll to the bottom and tap on “Edit.”
- Look for the “Batteries” widget and tap on the green “+” button next to it.
- Tap on “Done” to save your changes.
Now, whenever you access the Today View, you’ll see the Battery Status widget displaying the battery percentage of your iPhone and any connected Bluetooth devices.
Ask Siri for Battery Level on iPhone
If you prefer a hands-free approach, you can simply ask Siri about your battery level. Here’s how you can do it:
- Wake up Siri by saying “Hey Siri” or pressing the side button (on iPhones with Face ID) or the home button (on iPhones with a home button).
- Ask Siri, “What is my battery level?”
- Siri will respond with the exact battery percentage of your iPhone.
This method can be particularly useful when your hands are occupied or when you’re unable to directly check your device.
