How to Display Battery Percentage on an iPhone

Understanding and managing your iPhone's battery is an essential part of using this technology. One of the key pieces of information you might want to know is the battery percentage. This guide will walk you through the steps to display the battery percentage on your iPhone, including updates for iOS 16 and other useful tips.

How to Display Battery Percentage on an iPhone (iOS 15 and Below)

Here's how you can show the battery percentage on your iPhone if you are using an iOS version that is not iOS 16:

Open the Settings App: On your iPhone, launch the Settings app. This is usually iconized as a gear. Locate and Toggle on Battery Percentage: Navigate to the Battery option near the top of the Settings menu. This will differ slightly depending on your iOS version. If you can't find it, try searching for "Battery" in the Settings search bar at the top. Turn on the Battery Percentage option. This will display the current battery percentage in the status bar at the top of your iPhone's screen, as well as in the Control Center.

How to Display Battery Percentage on an iPhone with iOS 16 (Models 8 and Newer)

With the release of iOS 16, the way to display battery percentage has been updated to:

Open the Settings App: Launch the Settings app on your iPhone. Navigate to Battery Settings: Scroll down and tap on Battery. Turn on the Battery Percentage option. The battery percentage will then be shown in the status bar and the Control Center.

Note: iOS 16 is available for iPhone models 8 and newer. If you're using an iPhone that is 7 or below, you will not be able to update to iOS 16 and cannot access this option.

Using the Control Center for Instant Battery Information

For quick access to your battery percentage:

Access the Control Center: You can swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen, or swipe from the top-left corner to show the Control Center. View Battery Percentage: The battery charge percentage will be displayed in the Control Center, which is an instant way to check your battery status without opening the Settings app.

Note: While the battery percentage is displayed in the Control Center, it is important to note that this is an estimate. Depending on the age of your battery, the estimate may not be perfectly accurate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to set the battery percentage on an iPhone? No, you cannot "set" the battery percentage. It is automatically displayed based on the current charge level of your iPhone. Is battery percentage always displayed on the status bar? No, the battery percentage is not always displayed on the status bar. It is only shown when the Control Center is accessed or the Battery percentage is turned on in the Settings app. What if I don't want to constantly check the Control Center? You can enable the Battery percentage option in the Settings app to have it displayed in the status bar and Control Center at all times, as long as your iPhone model supports this feature (iPhone 8 and newer).

Conclusion

Displaying and managing your iPhone's battery percentage is a simple process, whether you're using iOS 15, iOS 16, or a newer model. Keeping track of your battery can help you maximize your device's performance and avoid unexpected shutdowns. For more detailed battery management tips, refer to the official Apple Support website.