Adding a contact to Favorites on your iPhone allows them to bypass restrictions set by Do Not Disturb and Focus settings, making it easier to stay connected. Here’s how to add, remove, and rearrange your Favorite contacts.
Before you start: Ensure the contact you wish to add is in your Contacts list.
How to add, remove, and rearrange favorites on iPhone
This guide provides a step-by-step approach to manage your Favorite contacts on your iPhone.
- Open the Contacts app and tap a contact from the list.
- Scroll down and tap Add to Favorites, located below the Notes section.
- Tap the number you’d like to add. You can select one of the following options:
- Message for their primary text messaging number.
- Call for the contact’s primary voice number.
- Video for the contact’s primary FaceTime ID.
- The contact will now be added to your Favorites, allowing them to bypass Do Not Disturb or other Focus settings.
- To edit a Favorite (optional), open the Phone app and tap Favorites.
- To rearrange a Favorite:
- Tap Edit.
- Tap and drag the three lines icon to move the contact to your desired position.
- To delete a Favorite:
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap Favorites.
- Tap Edit.
- Tap the red circle next to the contact you wish to delete.
- Tap Delete.
Pro tip: Frequently calling a number may automatically place it in a “Recommended Favorites” section, making it easier to access your most used contacts.
Adding contacts to Favorites on your iPhone not only helps streamline your communication but also ensures that your most important conversations are never missed, regardless of your Focus settings. Managing these contacts can significantly enhance your iPhone experience. By utilizing and organizing your Favorites, you can always keep your essential connections at your fingertips.
