I. Introduction
Have you ever wanted to change the background on your iPhone but didn’t know how? Fear not! In this article, we will guide you through the process step-by-step and give you additional tips for customization.
II. Step by Step Guide
The first step to changing your background is accessing the settings app. You can find it on your home screen under the gear icon. Once you’re in settings, select the “Wallpaper” option and choose between “Choose a New Wallpaper” or “Choose a New Dynamic Wallpaper.”
If you opt for a new wallpaper, you can choose between “Stills” or “Live.” “Stills” refers to static images, whereas “Live” offers moving backgrounds. Pick the image you like, reposition it if necessary, and select “Set.” Then choose whether to set it to the lock screen, home screen, or both.
If you select “Choose a New Dynamic Wallpaper,” you’ll see a range of options that change depending on the time of day. You can choose between various colors and scenes for dynamic wallpapers.
We’ve included screenshots to make the process even clearer:
III. Video Tutorial
If you prefer to see someone changing the background, a video tutorial may be more helpful. It can offer a visual aid to complement the step-by-step process we’ve outlined above and make customization more accessible.
We’ve created this tutorial to help you along:
IV. The Best Backgrounds
Of course, there’s no point in changing your background without a beautiful image to set. Here’s a list of popular websites where you can find unique backgrounds:
- Pexels – offers an extensive library of free stock photos to choose from
- Unsplash – high-resolution images with a modern aesthetic, free to use for commercial and personal purposes
- iWallpaper – provides curated wallpaper collections organized by categories
- WallpaperSafari – a search engine for finding your ideal wallpaper
Here are some unique background ideas to spark inspiration:
V. Reimagining Older Models
Older models of iPhones may have different ways of accessing settings or setting wallpapers. Here’s how to change the background on older models:
- Find a suitable image to use as your background
- Tap and hold on the image until a menu appears
- Choose “Save Image” from the options
- Go to your photos app and select the image you just saved
- Tap the “Share” icon and select “Use as Wallpaper”
- Choose whether to set it as a lock screen, home screen, or both
Alternatively, there are third-party apps like Zedge that can provide wallpapers tailored for older models.
VI. Tips for Customization
Changing your background is just one aspect of customizing the iPhone’s look and feel. Here are some other tips and tricks for making the interface unique:
- Change the font color – go to General > Accessibility > Display Accommodations and select Invert Colors
- Organize your apps – hold down on an app until it jiggles and then drag it to the desired location on your home screen
- Create custom shortcuts – go to Settings > Siri & Search to make shortcuts specific to your needs (e.g., “text mom”)
Here’s an example of customizing app organization:
VII. Conclusion
Now that you know the ins and outs of changing your iPhone’s background, we encourage you to experiment with customization further. The possibilities are endless, and with the websites and tips we’ve provided, you can create a truly unique interface.