There are a lot of different iPhone settings, and with each new version of iOS, the list grows. Luckily, there's a way to search your iPhone settings with a conveniently located search bar. I’ve found this particularly useful when I don’t know exactly what I’m looking for, but I know what it pertains to. 

Why You'll Love This Tip:

• Easily locate settings options on your iPhone without having to scroll through the whole Settings menu.
• Quickly find settings and preferences you're unfamiliar with instead of clicking hopelessly.

How to Search Settings on iPhone

While this tip for searching your Settings menu on iPhone is a great way to access settings you tend to change frequently, it's also the easy way to locate settings even when you're unsure where they are located. For instance, I wanted to set my phone to Dark mode permanently, but I wasn't sure if that was located under Display, Focus, or Accessibility. Using the Settings search bar bypasses the need to know exactly where everything is. If you like tips like this about using your iPhone, be sure to sign up for our free Tip of the Day! Here's how to search the iPhone's settings menu:

1. On your iPhone, open Settings.
   
   
2. Scroll down briefly to reveal the hidden search bar.
   
   
3. If you want to search for a particular app's settings, tap the search bar.
   
   
4. Type in the name of the app.
   
   
5. Tap the app when it appears to access its settings.
   
   
6. If you want to search for a particular iPhone setting, but are unsure where it's located, type in the name of the setting. You will see the location where that feature can be edited.
   
   
7. Once you've tapped it, it should take you to the appropriate settings!
   
   

Isn't that so convenient? Now you know how to search in the Settings app. Give it a try the next time you're trying to find something on your device! Next, learn how to search your entire iPhone using Spotlight Search.

Have you ever wondered how to turn off iMessage on a Mac? The first time I received an iMessage on my computer, I immediately began looking for a way to disable the feature. My iPhone tends to be right next to me anyway, so broadcasting my text messages on a Mac is definitely something I wanted to deactivate. Luckily, you can stop iMessages from popping up by simply turning off messages on your Mac. It’s actually incredibly easy to do. We've already shown you how to enable iMessages on an iPhone, iPad, and Mac, how to turn off read receipts, and how to fix an iMessage waiting for activation error; here’s how to deactivate and get rid of messages on your Mac.

Related: How to Search Message Conversations on iPhone: iMessage, Facebook, and Whatsapp

How to Turn Off & Deactivate iMessages on a Mac in 5 Easy Steps

iMessages on the Mac is part of the Apple ecosystem that allows you to connect all your devices with your Apple ID. When you’re logged in, you receive iMessages on your computer. Your computer uses your internet connection to receive the messages you would otherwise get on your iPhone. It’s a cool feature if you want to use it. But if you’re like me, you just want to stop messages from popping up on your Mac. To turn off iMessages on your Mac, you'll first need to open the Messages app on your computer.

1. Look for the App Folder on your Dock and click it.
   
   
    
2. You'll see all the apps on your Mac, open Messages.
   
   
    
3. Click Messages in the top bar and select Preferences.
   
   
    
4. Select iMessage from the menu bar, then choose Settings. 
5. Below that, you'll see your Apple ID and a few other options. Uncheck Enable this account or click Sign Out.
   
   
    

Your Mac will ask if you're sure you want to sign out, then ask for your Apple ID and password to sign out fully; that’s all it takes to stop getting messages on your Mac! As an added bonus, you can also learn how to change the cursor on your Mac to make it easier to find on the screen. 

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