How to Customize Your Android Lock Screen

Difficulty
Beginner
Tested on
Android 15 - Google Pixel 9
You will need
Android device running Android 14 or later

Step by step

  1. 30 sec

    Open Lock Screen settings

    Navigate to the Settings application on your device. Select the Wallpaper & style menu to begin customizing your interface.

  2. 1 min

    Modify lock screen clock

    Locate the Lock screen tab at the top of the interface. Use the horizontal carousel to swipe through available clock styles and select your preferred typography and layout.

    Note: The clock will update in the preview pane immediately upon selection.
  3. 45 sec

    Set clock color and size

    Select the Color & size option below the clock preview. Choose a specific color palette from the provided swatches or set the clock size to Dynamic to allow the system to scale it based on notification density.

  4. 1 min

    Assign lock screen shortcuts

    Tap the Shortcuts menu within the Lock screen configuration window. Select the Left shortcut or Right shortcut icon to assign specific applications, such as the Camera, Flashlight, or Do Not Disturb, to the corners of your lock screen.

    Note: Hold the selected shortcut on the lock screen to activate it once configured.
  5. 30 sec

    Toggle lock screen information

    Return to the main Lock screen menu to toggle specific display elements. Switch on or off options for Notifications on lock screen, Smartspace, and Double-line clock to further refine your interface.

    Note: Disabling these features provides a cleaner, minimalist aesthetic.