Is your iPhone X reacting slowly to your touch? Whether it’s sluggish swipes, laggy typing, or delayed app launches, a slow touchscreen can drive anyone crazy. The issue is often tied to minor software bugs, background apps, or third-party accessories—but it’s usually something you can fix yourself. Here’s how to troubleshoot and fix touchscreen delay issues on your iPhone X.
1. Clean the Screen and Remove Accessories
Start with the basics:
- Remove screen protectors or cases—especially third-party ones that may interfere with screen sensitivity.
- Wipe the screen using a microfiber cloth and screen-safe cleaner to clear off any dirt, grime, or oil that could block touch detection.
2. Reboot Your iPhone (Soft Reset)
A reboot often clears up minor glitches that can cause lag.
To soft reset your iPhone X:
- Hold the Side button + either Volume button until “slide to power off” appears.
- Drag the slider to shut it down.
- After 30 seconds, press the Side button again until the Apple logo appears.
3. Close All Background Apps
Background apps can occasionally crash or overload system resources.
To close apps:
- Swipe up from the bottom of the screen and pause.
- Press and hold an app card until the red minus (-) icon appears.
- Swipe up on each app to close them.
After closing all apps, reboot your iPhone again.
4. Update All Apps
Outdated or buggy apps can drag down system performance.
To update your apps:
- Open the App Store.
- Tap your profile icon, then scroll to see pending updates.
- Tap Update All.
Restart your phone once all updates are installed.
5. Check for a Software Update
Apple often pushes iOS updates to fix performance bugs and improve system stability.
To check for iOS updates:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
- If an update is available, tap Download and Install.
Make sure you’re connected to Wi-Fi and have at least 50% battery life (or plug into power).
6. Delete Problematic Apps
If the lag started after installing a specific app, it may be the cause.
To delete an app:
- Tap and hold the app icon until it jiggles.
- Tap the X or Remove App, then confirm.
Restart your iPhone after deleting any suspicious apps.
7. Free Up Storage Space
Low storage can slow down your iPhone and impact screen responsiveness.
To check storage:
- Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage.
- Delete large files, unused apps, or offload unnecessary content.
8. Reset All Settings
Resetting your settings can resolve hidden conflicts without erasing your data.
To reset all settings:
- Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset.
- Tap Reset All Settings.
- Enter your passcode if prompted.
9. Perform a Factory Reset (Last Resort)
If the lag persists, consider doing a full reset to start from scratch.
To factory reset:
- Back up your data first via iCloud or Finder/iTunes.
- Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings.
- Follow the on-screen steps to reset and restore your iPhone.
10. Still Lagging? Try DFU Restore or Contact Apple
If you just updated iOS and the lag started immediately, you can try a DFU restore to reinstall the firmware. Otherwise, contact Apple Support or visit an Apple Store for a hardware check—especially if your iPhone X was dropped or overheated recently.