This section gives you step by step instructions on how to turn off Auto-Play Message Effects in iOS 16, with pictures of the screens to help.
1. Tap the Settings icon on your Home screen to open the Settings app. Scroll down and tap Accessibility.
2. On the Accessibility screen, tap Motion.
3. On the Motion screen tap, the toggle switch for Auto-Play Message Effects to turn it off.
4. When you are happy with your settings, you can return to the Home screen by swiping up from the bottom of the screen or by pressing the Home button on devices with a physical Home button.