Apple is testing two new Home Screen customization options, "undo" and "redo" buttons, for the upcoming iOS 27 [1, 2, 3].
This update addresses a long-standing user frustration by allowing people to quickly reverse accidental moves or layout changes without manually rearranging apps. It represents a shift toward giving users more granular control over their device interface.
According to Bloomberg analyst Mark Gurman, the company is looking at adding these buttons in the customization menu to make reversing or redoing changes easier [1, 2]. Gurman said the update will include a new home screen toggle that allows users to undo and redo changes [2].
AppleInsider editorial staff said Apple will be making it easier for users to lay out apps and widgets on the iPhone home screen through this new addition to the UI [3]. The buttons are intended to improve the overall customization experience by reducing the friction of organizing the Home Screen [1, 2].
Reports of the testing were announced on 19 April 2026 [1]. The software update is expected to enter its beta phase in June 2026 [4].
While the features are currently in testing, they are typically integrated into the final release of the operating system. Apple generally maintains a strict control over the Home Screen layout, but these tools would provide a safer environment for users to experiment with their layout [1, 2].
“Apple is looking at adding 'undo' and 'undo' buttons in that same menu to make reversing or redoing changes easier.”
The addition of undo and redo functionality to the Home Screen suggests that Apple is continuing to evolve the iOS interface to be more flexible. By reducing the risk of associated with reorganizing apps, Apple is encouraging users to customize their device more frequently, which may align with broader trends in the software industry toward user-driven interface design.
