How to make and add live wallpapers to your iPhone

Mar 9, 2024

Do you know the number of times per day you can unlock your phone? Research studies reveal that Gen Z and Millennials unlock their devices between 63 and every day 79 times. This is an many of chances to peek at your static, boring lock screen.

The options are endless with live wallpapers. Are you looking to view a highlight reel featuring you along with your family (or your beloved) every time you open your phone or caution unwanted snoopers to stay away from the device? There's a video lockscreen for those who want to.

The future is here. Learn how to create a cool live wallpaper for your phone.

 What exactly is a live wallpaper, anyway?

Live wallpapers bring life to your lockscreen that moves similar to a GIF whenever you tap and hold the screen. It is possible to call them videos lockscreens, or moving wallpaper. Because the trend originated through TikTok, people are even calling them "TikTok wallpapers." Whatever is your favorite.

 Where can I get cool live wallpaper?

 7 video lockscreen templates we are in love with

Screens that lock to show you appreciation

    Friends for ever  

Nothing sweeter than friendship. Make a montage of your most memorable moments by using a screen which showcases you and your BFFs over all the years. Each time you glance at your phone, you'll feel like you're in a buddy rom-com.

or, combine some of your most loved still pictures of you and your friends by using this humorous "Can't transport them to anywhere" lockscreen template.

    Celebrating romance  

Keep a forever record of the best moments spent with your loved ones -- from unforgettable vacation memories to silly selfies together.

    Me and you  

You can send this card to your beloved to create a memorable moment of love and respect. Whenever you're missing your person, you'll be reminded they're always with you.

Please don't disturb my wallpapers

 The phone will auto-destruct.

Now, spoiler alert: your phone will notself-destruct when you download the animated wallpaper. But it sure is fun. 5, 4, 3, 2...

 Keep coming here!

It doesn't have to be spooky season to block your cell phone to sneaky snoopers. Make them feel safe with the help of this creepy-looking template.

 Do you want to take a peek?

Getting into your phone can be a an impossible taskwith this "No Peeking" template.

Are you unsure of your TikTok specs?

We've got you covered. Here's a quick refresher.

 What do I need to know about setting up a live wallpaper on an iPhone?

The process of setting up a lockscreen with video for your iPhone is a matter of a few steps. But it's worth it -- we guarantee it. There are two options to accomplish this.

The first option is to make a Live Photo your lockscreen, it's not the samefun however it's still moving.

 How do you make a live photo the lockscreen of your iPhone. iPhone lockscreen

  1. Select the "Share" icon located to the far left at the bottom of the screen and click "Use for Wallpaper." You'll see the wallpaper appear on your lockscreen alongside the text "Press to the screen to see this wallpaper move"
  2. Move and then scale your Live Photo to your liking and then click "Set." Make sure to choose "Set Security Screen" because your screen at home will not be able to accommodate motion
  3. Take a look at your gorgeous animated lockscreen!

 How do you create your own video wallpaper on iPhone

  1. The first step is to create the video! It's easy to create your own slide show in Create by using one of our custom templates using a video that's already in your Camera Roll. Get a third-party app on the App Store. Examples include " Live Wallpapers" or " Live Wallpapers Forever."
  2. After you've transformed your video into a Live Photo with a converter program, save your Live Photo to your Camera Roll
  3. Continue to follow the four other steps in order to create the Live Photo your wallpaper that is animated.

 How do I set up a live wallpaper for an Android?

How to make your Android lockscreen into a live wallpaper is fairly simple. You'll have to install an application via Google Play store. Google Play store (like this " Video to Wallpaper" app). Follow these four easy steps:

  1. Once you've downloaded an app to convert your video into a wallpaper, choose a clip to be converted to an animated wallpaper. Tap "OK" to confirm the clip
  2. Tap on"Apply" to proceed "Apply" option to proceed through the following step. A menu of options will be displayed. Choose "Video for Wallpaper"
  3. Check out your wallpaper's animation to ensure it appears like you imagined
  4. A second menu titled "Set Wallpaper" will appear and you will be presented with two options "Home Screen" or "Home Screen and Lock Screen." Click on "Set" and then "Set" Wallpaper is set!

 How can I create my own video lockscreen?

  • Keep videos under 30 seconds. They'll be easier to convert to live photos that way
  • Make sure that your selected footage or images a consistent appearance and feel using filters and designs. Within Create, you can pick styles like traditional black-and-white as well as vibrant aqua. You can also choose rustic and retro
  • Pick videos and pictures that you are sure tolove. Take a look at the contents of your "Favorites" folder and search for the images that make you smile the biggest. That way, you'll be armed with energy-boosting images that can instantly lift you up on hard days.

 Frequently asked questions about live wallpapers

    Are there any free wallpapers?

If you're using your own photos or footage, yes!                     How can I obtain real-time wallpapers?    

Utilize your favourite images, videos or pictures taken from your Camera Roll to create your own customized live wallpaper! Of course, if you're not feeling creative There are sites that offer video lockscreen ideas to download. Or, you can always select from the many available design templates.                     Are animated wallpapers draining the battery of your computer?

To keep CPU usage to a minimum, keep your phone's brightness display at a lower level. Brighter displays can drain the battery more quickly. A different way to reduce battery consumption with a animation wallpaper would be to make sure that your device locks promptly -- usually within a few minutes.

 Putting it all together

Video wallpapers can add an extra bit of entertainment to your every day, and are relatively simple to create in a handful of steps.

Are you prepared to create live wallpapers? We'd love to see what you create So, share your gorgeous animated lockscreens when you tag #create in Instagram or TikTok.