Reduce number of steps in Assistive access

Re: Reduce number of steps in Assistive access:

" ... i counted 5 screen taps to get to a specific contact page."

You may have added the Contacts app to Assistive Access, or you may be

exiting Assistive Access in order to use the Contacts app. The choice seems to be yours.

We wonder too, which iOS version is in use on the iPhone XR.

Eg: iOS 18.7.1 is the latest update for iPhone XR.

"This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users."

If you want: You can check for updates in Settings > General > Software Updates.

(It is wise to back-up iPhone first, if you decid to update th iOS version)

Wondering if you have added the most frequently used contacts to Favorites for easy access?

Aoole Support's online Video shows how in : "How to Set-up Assistive Access"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73e7MHNxFcs

Else:

Apple Support's online article (link below) may help you check if you can customize the contacts app: Add, remove, and customize apps for Assistive Access on iPhone - Apple Support

Eg: Says you can:

Change options for apps in Assistive Access

1. Exit Assistive Access if it’s active.
2. Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Assistive Access, then tap the name of the app. (Contacts)
3. Choose options for the app.

(There's more info in the above linked article ... eg: how to add an app to Assistive Access)

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Re: "I guess the alternative is to setup Siri in Assitive Access"

To change any app settings, or to allow the use of Siri :

See: Change Assistive Access settings on iPhone - Apple Support

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Resource: Assistive Access User Guide - Apple Support

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Still need help ?: See: How to contact Apple for help with accessibility features - Apple Support

or

If you wish you can send feedback or a feature request to reach those who work on the software behind-the-scenes at Apple:

To provide feedback about an accessibility feature on an Apple product, email the Accessibility team: accessibility@apple.com

Thank you kindly for taking the time to reply! All the best :-)