Notification Center on iOS: The most important functions

With iOS 5, the Notification Center was added for the first time on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Numerous functions have been added over the years. We show you the most important functions of the message center.

Notification center on iOS: All functions at a glance

• Place your finger on the top of the screen and drag it down. The Notification Center can be opened in any situation, even if you are currently in an app.
• The message center is divided into two areas. At the top right you will find the item "Messages". All push notifications are stored here according to time and app. In the top left you will find numerous other functions in the "Today" category.
• Here you will find everything that is important or pending for today. Weather, dates and the traffic situation are shown here. Below that is the area of ​​the apps. In addition to messages, other useful functions can be integrated here.
• For example, if you download the CHIP online app or applications such as Dropbox and Amazon, you will get quick access to the Notification Center. CHIP Online shows you 3 top news, Dropbox your last used data and Amazon helps with a quick search (see picture).
• If you tap the "Edit" button at the bottom of the notification center, you can add or remove all the functions and apps you want here. If you wish, you can also change the arrangement of the individual areas.

Customize Notification Center on iOS

To protect your privacy, you can prohibit access to the Notification Center from the lock screen. Messages received, for example from WhatsApp, can no longer be read by unauthorized persons.

1. Open the "Settings" app on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
2. Select the category "Messages" and a desired application like "WhatsApp".
3. Deactivate the option "On the lock screen" to protect your private messages.