How to Customize Your iPhone Lock Screen

Step by step

1. 15 sec

   Enter the Lock Screen editor

   Wake your iPhone and ensure it is unlocked using Face ID or Touch ID. Long-press on any empty space on your Lock Screen until the Gallery view appears, then tap the Customize button at the bottom of the screen.

   Note: You can also access this menu via Settings > Wallpaper.
2. 30 sec

   Choose a wallpaper style

   Select Lock Screen from the dual-preview screen. You may choose from suggested photos, dynamic weather displays, astronomy themes, or solid color gradients from the wallpaper picker.

   Note: Swipe left or right to preview different filter styles for photo-based wallpapers.
3. 45 sec

   Adjust the time display

   Tap the time readout on the Lock Screen preview. Select a new font weight and typeface from the menu, then use the color slider to pick a specific hue or saturation level for the digits.

   Note: Pinch the font slider to increase or decrease the thickness of the clock digits.
4. 1 min

   Add functional widgets

   Tap the rectangular frame beneath the time to open the widget selector. Tap or drag your preferred widgets into the designated area to display battery levels, calendar events, or activity rings.

   Note: Limited to four small square widgets or two rectangular widgets per line.
5. 30 sec

   Save and activate

   Tap the Done button in the top-right corner once your configuration is complete. Select Set as Wallpaper Pair if you wish to apply the same design to your Home Screen, or choose Customize Home Screen for a separate look.