Some apps don't support rotation, so your screen might not rotate even if Portrait Orientation Lock isn't turned on.
Rotate the screen on an iPhone without a Home button
- Swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen to open Control Center.
- Tap the Portrait Orientation Lock button
to make sure that it's off. - Turn your iPhone sideways.
If the screen still doesn't rotate, try a different app — like Safari or Messages — which are known to work in landscape mode.
Learn how to rotate the screen on your iPad.
Rotate the screen on an iPhone or iPod touch with a Home button
- Swipe up from the bottom edge of your screen to open Contol Center.
- Tap the Portrait Orientation Lock button
to make sure that it's off. - Turn your iPhone or iPod touch sideways.
If the screen still won't rotate, try another app — like Safari or Messages — which are known to work in landscape mode.
Still need help?
Contact Apple Support about your iPhone or iPod touch.