19 3D Touch Tips That Will Change How You Use Your iPhone

Ever need to quickly text someone you're constantly talking to? With 3D Touch, you'll get the option to text three of the most recent people you've sent a message to.

Use 3D Touch on the Photos app and you can choose from four options including "one year ago" — a feature perfect for anyone who loves #TBT or #FBF.

Quickly snap a photo or hop into selfie mode with 3D Touch.

Since no one likes setting an alarm, just create one easily with 3D Touch.

You can also take a photo or video to post on Facebook, or get writing a simple text post.

Like iMessage, you'll get the option to quickly open up a thread you're constantly using. You can also start a new message or share your personal Messenger code.

You can also chat with a friend straight from your home screen.

Or post something on the app or search for anything.

Once you enter your home and work addresses on Google Maps, the app can use 3D Touch to quickly figure out the best way for you to get there.

Like Google Maps, Apple Maps has an option to figure out how to get home fast. It also lets you drop a pin or send where you are to a friend.

Part of the dread of adding items to a to-do list is that it feels like yet another task you don't want to accomplish. With 3D Touch, you can add a note to your Reminders app without too much work.

Use 3D Touch on the Phone app and you'll get the ability to call the top three people in your Favorites list. This might make it easier to call your parents . . .

Add in your home or work address to Lyft and your 3D Touch options will include getting to and from those two places.

Constantly FaceTiming with someone? Use 3D Touch to quickly call them.

Once you're in the Phone or Contacts app, you can use 3D Touch to message, call, or FaceTime them — all without searching for the app necessary to complete this.

This is a real game changer. Use 3D Touch on the space bar and you'll be able to navigate what you've written. Say goodbye to hoping your fingers are tiny enough to get in between the words you've typed!

Wonder what link your friend is sending you and if it's worth looking through? Use 3D Touch on the link and you'll get a preview of what it is. Hit it again and the link will open up in Safari.

With 3D Touch on Calendar events, you'll get the full scope of your activity.

Ever take tons of photos and wonder if you already caught the perfect one? With 3D Touch on the Camera app on a locked iPhone, you'll quickly see what your last photo looks like.