Use Focus Filters in iOS 16/iPadOS 16 on iPhone and iPad 

First things first, let’s have a clear understanding of Focus Filters and how you can make the best use of them. 

What are Focus Filters in iOS 16/iPadOS 16 and How do They Work? 

To be more precise, Focus Filters let you customize how your apps and device behave when Focus Mode is enabled. For example, you can customize the calendar to show only specific events, set particular mail accounts, filter your messages by people list, and allow only certain tab groups to appear in Safari.  Even better, Focus Filters also allows you to customize system settings when a Focus profile is turned on. For instance, you can have dark mode always turned on when a Focus profile is enabled. In short, filters are designed to remove distractions from apps when the Focus is on. On the flip side, you can take advantage of filters to hide unwanted content in apps. On top of all, iOS 16 lets you even link Focus Mode to a Lock Screen. Therefore, whenever you turn on Focus Mode, your linked Lock Screen becomes active automatically. 

Customize Focus Filters on iPhone and iPad

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. 
  2. Now, tap on Focus. 
  3. Select the desired Focus profile.
  4. Scroll down to the Focus Filters section and tap on Add Filter.
  5. On this screen, you will have multiple Focus Filters. Following is the list of all the available Focus Filters:

Calendar: It lets you filter your calendars.Mail: It allows you to set selected mail accounts.Messages: It enables you to filter messages by people list.Safari: It allows you to set the tab group that you want to use when a Focus profile is active. Dark Mode: It lets you have dark mode turned on or off depending on your needs. Low Power Mode: It enables you to have Low Power Mode turned on or off when a Focus profile is active. 

Now, customize the Focus Filters as per your needs and quit the settings.  And that’s about it!

Tips to Get the Most Out of Focus Filters on iPhone and iPad 

The addition of Focus Filters has made Focus Mode more effective. Now, you can not only take control of apps but also customize essential system settings to behave exactly the way you want when a Focus profile is on.  Though there are only a handful of Focus Filters available right now, the total number is likely to soar very soon. With the Focus Filter API already being rolled out for developers, most third-party apps will be able to take advantage of the filters sooner than longer. Being very fond of Focus Mode, I look forward to unlocking the full potential of Focus Filters. What about you? Do not forget to send your thoughts across.