Add Screen Recording to iPhone Control Center: Easy iOS Guide
March 14, 2026

You might find that the screen recording button is missing from your iPhone or iPad Control Center.
The screen recording feature can be easily added from the Control Center settings.
In this article, we'll explain how to add the screen recording feature to your iPhone's Control Center, complete with screenshots.
You can also use the same steps to add other features besides screen recording to your Control Center, so be sure to check it out.
*This guide uses iOS 26 screens.
Steps to Add Screen Recording to Control Center
Sometimes, the screen recording feature might not be visible in your iPhone or iPad's Control Center.

In this case, you'll need to add the screen recording feature to the Control Center.
1. Open the Control Center Edit Screen
To add the screen recording feature, first, tap the "+" in the top left corner of the Control Center to enter the control editing screen.

2. Tap "Add Control"
Tap "Add Control" at the bottom of the screen.

3. Select "Screen Recording"
A list of available controls will appear, so tap "Screen Recording".

This will add the screen recording feature to your Control Center.

Now you can use screen recording directly from the Control Center.
Other Features Can Be Added Using the Same Steps
The steps described above can also be used to add other controls besides screen recording.
The "Add Control" screen offers various features such as timers, calculators, alarms, and text size options.
Adding frequently used features to your Control Center is convenient, as it allows you to access them quickly without having to search for the app.
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