How to Set an Album as Wallpaper on iPhone

ByJim Miller

iOS 17.1 brings a new feature that allows you to set an album as your lock screen wallpaper on your iPhone. This means that your wallpaper will shuffle through all the images saved in that album, so you never have to see the same image every day. If you're tired of the static wallpaper on your iPhone and want to add some variety to your lock screen, here's how you can set an album as wallpaper.

Check Your iOS Version

Before you can set an album as wallpaper, make sure your iPhone is running iOS 17.1 or above. To check your iOS version, go to Settings > General > About. Here, you can view the iOS version of your iPhone. If your iOS version is below 17.1, you'll need to update it. Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Update Now.

How to Create an Album on iPhone

If you don't have an album with your favorite photos yet, you'll need to create one first. Here's how you can create a new album on your iPhone:

  1. Open the Photos app and go to the Albums tab.
  2. Tap on the “+” icon at the top left corner.
  3. Choose “New Album” and enter the name of your album.
  4. Select the photos you want to include in the album and tap on the “Add” button.

How to Add an Album as Wallpaper on iPhone

Now that you have your album ready, you can proceed to set it as wallpaper on your iPhone. Here's how:

  1. Go to Settings and choose Wallpaper.
  2. Tap on “+ Add New Wallpaper”.
  3. Select “Photo Shuffle” and choose “Album”.
  4. Choose the album you want to use as wallpaper.
  5. Adjust the shuffle frequency to determine how often the wallpaper changes.
  6. Tap on “Use Album” and preview the wallpaper from your album.
  7. Customize your lock screen if desired and tap on the “Add” button.
  8. Set the wallpaper for your home screen or both home and lock screens.
  9. Refresh your iPhone to see the new wallpaper in action.

By following these steps, you can personalize your iPhone's lock screen by setting an album as your wallpaper. Each time you unlock your phone, you'll be greeted with a different image from your favorite album, bringing your memories to life on your screen. If you want to add even more variety, you can also set different wallpapers for your lock and home screens using different methods.

So, why settle for a static wallpaper when you can have a rotating gallery of your favorite photos? Give your iPhone a fresh look and make every unlock a pleasant surprise by setting an album as wallpaper.