If you're looking to find out how turn off Center Stage on your iPad, then you've come to the right place. Apple introduced the Center Stage feature for iPad back in 2021, and since then, it has gained immense popularity among users.
The Center Stage feature always keeps you in the center of the view during Facetime or any third-party video calls. On top of that, the feature keeps you in the center of the frame even if you're moving around.
In some scenarios, the camera's movement can be distracting, so even though it's a helpful feature, you might need to disable it. So without further ado, here's how you can turn off Center Stage on your iPad.
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How to turn off Center Stage on iPad
The easiest way to turn off Center Stage on an iPad is by navigating to the Settings app and opening the FaceTime section. Therefore, you'll find the Center Stage option right under the Notifications tab. If the toggle is green, the Center Stage is enabled. Tap on it in order to turn it off.
If you want to disable Center Stage during a FaceTime call, then follow these simple steps:
- Open Control Center by swiping down from the top-right edge of your screen on your iPad during a FaceTime call.
- Tap or click the Video Effects button.
- Tap or click the Center Stage button to turn it on or off.
To use Center Stage, your iPad device must have the 12MP ultra-wide True Depth camera, which is only available on select models. Apple's support document lists five iPad models that are equipped with this camera system.
These models include:
- iPad Air (5th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation or later)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation or later)
- iPad (9th generation or later)
- iPad mini (6th generation)
Furthermore, Center Stage is compatible with Mac computers connected to Apple's Studio Display.
That's it with turning off Center Stage on an iPad. Before leaving, make sure to check our guide on how to use the Accessibility Options on your Mac.
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