What Is the Rotor?
The VoiceOver Rotor is like a dial you can turn on the screen. It changes what your left and right swipes do. You can set it to Headings, Buttons, Links, Speaking Rate, and more.
In the jungle, think of the Rotor as your Safari Control Wheel. Turn it to choose what you want to jump between.
How to Turn the Rotor
- Place two fingers on the screen, a little bit apart.
- Twist your fingers like you’re turning a small dial, or like you’re about to snap your fingers but keep your fingertips on the glass.
- VoiceOver will say the Rotor setting, such as “Headings,” “Buttons,” or “Speaking Rate.”
- Keep twisting until you hear the choice you want. Then use one-finger flick up or down to move by that item.
In the next sections, you’ll set your Rotor to Headings and practice jumping between jungle landmarks on this page.
Practice: Headings Jungle
Try this:
- Turn the Rotor until you hear Headings.
- Use one-finger flick up or down to jump between headings below.
- Listen to how VoiceOver announces each heading as you move.
Monkey Lookout Point
Tall trees surround a rocky hill where monkeys watch over the jungle. Listen for the rustling leaves and distant monkey chatter.
Waterfall Cliff
A huge waterfall crashes into a pool below. Mist covers the trail and parrots love to fly through the spray.
Parrot Radio Station
Colorful parrots report the jungle news from their vine-wrapped radio tower. You might hear breaking news about flying bananas.
Hidden Research Tent
Inside the tent, explorers study maps, listen to audio notes, and plan their next adventure. This is where you, the tech expert, hang out.