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Press And Hold 1 on iPhone: How It Works
By Muhammad Shahid ยท ยท 3 min read
Quick answer
The universal shortcut to your mailbox from the keypad. Open the Phone app, go to the Keypad tab and hold down the 1 key for about a second. iOS dials whichever voicemail number your carrier programmed into the SIM or eSIM.
Secret CodesDial codes, SIM & network test ยท Free on the App StoreDownload free โ| What it does | The universal shortcut to your mailbox from the keypad. |
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| Published for | Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, UScellular and any iPhone |
| Type | Works on all iPhones |
The universal shortcut to your mailbox from the keypad. This page explains what it does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.
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What is Press And Hold 1?
Open the Phone app, go to the Keypad tab and hold down the 1 key for about a second. iOS dials whichever voicemail number your carrier programmed into the SIM or eSIM.
This is the one method that behaves the same on all four major US carriers, which makes it the safest fallback when a carrier-specific code fails.
How do I do it?
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap the Keypad tab.
- Press and hold the 1 key for about one second.
- Your iPhone dials the voicemail number stored on your SIM.
Which carriers does this apply to?
| Published for | Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, UScellular and any iPhone |
|---|---|
| Type | Works on all iPhones |
| Good to know | Works on every US carrier โ iOS reads the voicemail number stored on your SIM or eSIM. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Press And Hold 1 on iPhone?
The universal shortcut to your mailbox from the keypad. Open the Phone app, go to the Keypad tab and hold down the 1 key for about a second. iOS dials whichever voicemail number your carrier programmed into the SIM or eSIM.
What else should I know about Press And Hold 1?
This is the one method that behaves the same on all four major US carriers, which makes it the safest fallback when a carrier-specific code fails.
What are the steps for Press And Hold 1?
1. Open the Phone app. 2. Tap the Keypad tab. 3. Press and hold the 1 key for about one second. 4. Your iPhone dials the voicemail number stored on your SIM.
Where do I find Press And Hold 1?
On your iPhone, following the steps on this page.
Is there a dial code for Press And Hold 1?
No keypad code is listed for it. The way to do it is: 1.
Which carriers does Press And Hold 1 work on?
It is published for Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, UScellular and any iPhone. Works on every US carrier โ iOS reads the voicemail number stored on your SIM or eSIM.
Does Press And Hold 1 work on Android phones too?
These steps are for iPhone. Android phones have their own menus.
Will Press And Hold 1 work outside the US?
The iPhone steps stay the same, although some features depend on your carrier and region.
What if Press And Hold 1 does not work on my iPhone?
Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.
What is related to Press And Hold 1?
*86: Call Your Voicemail. The Verizon and UScellular voicemail shortcut.
What else is in this category?
*#5005*86#: Check Your Voicemail Number. Read back the voicemail number stored on your line.
Can I find Press And Hold 1 in an app?
Yes. Secret Codes, a free iPhone app, includes it with its steps and carrier details.
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