Apple is testing a small but meaningful change for iOS 27 that could make iPhone home screen customization far less frustrating. According to Mark Gurman, the company is working on adding Undo and Redo buttons directly to the home screen editing interface.
Right now, customizing the home screen still has friction. A simple mistake like moving the wrong widget or shifting a group of apps can throw off your entire layout, and there is no quick way to reverse it. You either fix everything manually or start over, which breaks the flow of experimenting with layouts.
The reported change builds on the existing long press menu that already includes options like Add Widget, Customize, Edit Wallpaper, and Edit Pages. Apple is testing the addition of Undo and Redo controls in that same menu, making it possible to immediately roll back or reapply changes without leaving the screen.
This adjustment may seem minor, but it solves a real usability gap. Home screen customization has expanded significantly over the years, especially after widgets, free icon placement, and visual tweaks were introduced in earlier iOS versions. As flexibility increased, so did the chances of accidental changes. Adding Undo and Redo brings the home screen closer to how editing works across the rest of iOS, where quick reversals are standard.
It also opens up more freedom to experiment. Users could try different layouts, compare variations, and switch between them instantly. Instead of committing to every move, the interface becomes more forgiving, which makes customization feel less rigid.
This change fits into a broader direction for iOS 27. Reports suggest the update is focused more on refinement than major redesigns, similar to a stability focused release. Alongside improvements to performance and battery life, Apple is also expected to introduce updates tied to Apple Intelligence and a more advanced Siri experience, potentially including a dedicated app.
iOS 27 is expected to be announced at WWDC 2026 in June, followed by beta testing through the summer and a public release in September. As with any feature currently in testing, the Undo and Redo controls could still change or be removed before launch. Still, it reflects a clear shift toward fixing everyday annoyances rather than only adding new features.
(via Bloomberg)
