IOS 16 Update Default Wallpaper

Is there a way to change my default screen wallpaper? I want to change it to something else from my photos, which would have worked in ios 15, but it is not letting me.

Posted on Oct 1, 2022 3:55 PM

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Oct 3, 2022 10:40 AM in response to harm011

Hey harm011,


You should be able to change the default to one of your photos. Take a look at the link and steps below for changing to the wallpaper of your choice. This can be done both in Settings and from the Lock Screen.


Change the wallpaper on your iPhone - Apple Support

Add a new wallpaper for your Lock Screen or Home Screen
1. In the Settings app, tap Wallpaper.
2. Tap Add New Wallpaper.
3. Tap Photos, People, or Photo Shuffle to choose your own photo. You can also select a wallpaper from a category like Weather & Astronomy, Emoji, Collections, or Color.
The options to add a new wallpaper in iOS 16.
4. If you want, you can customize your wallpaper further. Then tap Add.

Reach back out if you have any questions.



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