Apple Zoom

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 9, 2026

Zoom is the built-in screen magnifier on Apple devices. It enlarges what's on the screen so small text and images are easier to see. You can magnify the whole screen, or use Window Zoom to enlarge just one area with a lens you can resize. Follow Focus keeps the magnified view on whatever you select or type. Smart Typing enlarges the text area while leaving the keyboard at normal size. Color filters (inverted, grayscale, grayscale inverted, and low light) can make the magnified area more comfortable to read. Zoom works together with VoiceOver, Apple's screen reader, so you can see and hear the screen at once. On Mac you can split the screen to view content up close and far away at the same time, and set a separate zoom level for each display. On Apple Vision Pro, Zoom can also magnify your surroundings through the headset's camera. Zoom is a software feature, so you need a supported Apple device, and each device has its own settings to learn.

Where to get it

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What setup looks like

• Out of the box
  
  1. Open the Accessibility settings on your Apple device and turn Zoom on. It is already installed, so there is nothing to buy or download.
  2. Pick Full Screen Zoom or Window Zoom, then try it for a few minutes.
• With a guide
  
  1. Adjust the zoom level, turn on Follow Focus and Smart Typing, and try the color filters to find what's most comfortable to read.
  2. If you also use VoiceOver, practice using it with Zoom. Expect about 30 minutes to get comfortable. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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