How to Enter and Exit Recovery Mode on iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro

Sep 22, 2019 at 11:25am EDT
iPhone 11 Pro Is the Most Popular Model in the U.S. Right Now

We don't wish it, but sometimes there comes a time where you have to take drastic measures. When something goes wrong with your iPhone there's usually a fix, but if nothing works, you can always enter Recovery Mode on iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro and fresh install iOS which can fix several issues. If you're unfamiliar with the technique, we have devised some steps which will allow you to enter and exit Recovery Mode on your device.

Here's How You Can Easily Enter or Exit Recovery Mode  on iPhone 11 /  iPhone 11 Pro

If you're a beta tester, public or a developer, you might already have come across the technique on the latest iPhone models. Beta builds aren't stable and come jam-packed with bugs that hinder the normal working of an iPhone. Hence, Recovery Mode is used to recover your device from these scenarios.

Related Story AirPods Pro 2 May Require iPhone 11, Some iPad Models, Apple Silicon Macs to Function Properly

Enter Recovery Mode on iPhone 11

We have devised a step by step instructions on how you can enter Recovery Mode on iPhone 11 or 11 Pro - your latest purchase.

Step 1: The first thing that you have to do is to connect your iPhone 11 or iPhone 11 Pro to a computer through USB.

Step 2: Launch iTunes on your Windows computer or open the Finder window on your Mac device running macOS Catalina.

Step 3: Quickly press and release Volume Up.

Step 4: Quickly press and release Volume Down.

Step 5: Press and hold the Side button until you see the Lightning cable on the screen. That's all - You have entered Recovery Mode on iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro.

Once you're done with a fresh install of the firmware, you might also want to exit the Recovery Mode on your device. If you're unfamiliar, here's how to do it.

Exit Recovery Mode on iPhone 11

Step 1: Quickly press and release Volume Up and then Volume Down.

Step 2: Press and hold the Side button until the Apple logo comes on the screen. Your iPhone will start anew and that's all there is to it.

The process is fairly simple and similar to how you would enter Recovery Mode on last year's iPhone XS. However, Apple has changed several aspects of iOS 13 which you should know of, like taking a full-page screenshot.

That's all there is to it guys, we will be back with more details and guides on the latest iPhone and iOS 13. Let us know in the comments if you have found the tutorial useful.

About the author: Ali Salman is a technology reporter for Wccftech mobile section with a specialized focus on Apple and the intellectual property that drives mobile innovation. He has cultivated a unique expertise in analyzing and deconstructing complex technology patents, translating dense legal and technical documents into clear, insightful reports on future products.

Follow Wccftech on Google to get more of our news coverage in your feeds.

Deal of the Day