With the release of iOS 18, Apple has introduced a plethora of customization options, allowing users to personalize their home screens like never before. One of the most exciting features is the ability to change app icons. Whether you want to give your iPhone a fresh look or match your icons with your wallpaper, this guide will walk you through the process of changing icons in iOS 18.
Steps to Change App Icons in iOS 18
Changing app icons in iOS 18 is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started:
- Access the Customization Menu:
- Go to your iPhone’s Home Screen.
- Touch and hold an empty area on the screen until the icons start to jiggle.
- Tap the “Edit” button at the top of the screen.
- Select “Customize” from the menu that appears.
- Change Icon Color Using the Tint Feature:
- In the Customize menu, tap “Tinted”.
- Use the color slider to choose your desired hue.
- Adjust the saturation slider to determine how vibrant the color appears.
- For a more precise color selection, tap the eyedropper icon and touch any area of your wallpaper to sample that color for your icons.
- To apply changes, simply swipe down on the customization menu. Your iPhone will return to the Home Screen with your changes saved.
- Switch to Dark or Light Mode:
- In the Customize menu, you can choose between:
- “Dark” for a darker icon appearance.
- “Light” for a lighter icon appearance.
- “Automatic” to switch between dark and light based on your iPhone’s dark mode settings.
- In the Customize menu, you can choose between:
- Resize Icons:
- Tap “Large” to increase icon size and remove app names. Note that this will remove app names from beneath the icons.
- Rearrange Icons:
- While in jiggle mode, drag icons to new positions on your Home Screen.