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 ## iOS
 
-On iOS you must enable the Push Notifications capability. See [Setting Capabilities](https://capacitorjs.com/docs/v3/ios/configuration#setting-capabilities) for instructions on how to enable the capability.
+On iOS you must enable the Push Notifications capability. In Xcode, under **Signing & Capabilities**, add the **Push Notifications** capability. It is also recommended to add the **Background Modes** capability with **Remote notifications** checked. See [Setting Capabilities](https://capacitorjs.com/docs/v3/ios/configuration#setting-capabilities) for instructions on how to enable the capability.
 
 After enabling the Push Notifications capability, add the following to your app's `AppDelegate.swift`: