How to change AirPods Pro volume with swipe control: Tips on finger placement and more

AirPods Pro 2 feature a range of great upgrades over the original and one of the simple but valuable additions is the ability to swipe on the earbuds to control volume. However, the capability can be a bit unintuitive at first. Here’s how to change AirPods Pro volume with swipe control including some tips on finger placement.

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How to change AirPods Pro volume with swipe control

Note: Volume swipe control is only available on AirPods Pro 2

1. Start listening to something with your AirPods Pro 2
2. Swipe volume control is on by default
3. Reach up with your pointer finger on either AirPod Pro bud and swipe up or down on the force sensor
4. Don’t swipe on the outside edge of the stem, swipe on the pill-shaped indent (force sensor) found close to the front side of the stem
   • Tip: aim for placing your pointer finger so it’s touching the edge of your ear closest to your face and the AirPods Pro stem
   • It can be helpful to place your thumb on the bottom of the stem for more stability while swiping with your pointer finger
5. You’ll hear a small click sound effect to confirm you’re changing the volume

Here’s a visual of where you need to swipe to change AirPods Pro volume:

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