So, with this knowledge in mind, continue below to learn how to reset the home screen layout on the iPhone 5. Step 1: Tap the Settings icon. Step 2: Select the General option. Step 3: Scroll to the bottom of the screen and select Reset. Step 4: Touch the Reset Home Screen Layout button. Step 5: Tap the Reset Home Screen button. We have also written about how to do this on the iPad 2. You can find that article here.