With iOS 16, iPhones now offer expanded personalization options for the Lock Screen.
Besides choosing a background, you can add widgets and tweak the clock’s appearance to suit your style. Here’re a simple steps to updating the clock font on your iPhone.
Steps to Customize Your iPhone’s Clock Font
Personalizing your Lock Screen in iOS 16 is now more straightforward than ever.
Whether adding widgets or altering your clock’s design, making your Lock Screen stand out is easy. Follow these steps to change the clock style on your iPhone:
- Long Press on Lock Screen: Begin by pressing and holding on a blank area of the Lock Screen. If Face ID is not enabled, enter your passcode, but avoid swiping away the screen.
- Select Customize: If you haven’t created a personalized Lock Screen yet, you’ll be prompted to do so. Tap the Customize option.
- Tap on the Lock Screen Option: After selecting the Lock Screen, tap the time display.
- Choose Your Font: From here, pick the clock font you prefer. Some fonts come with a thickness slider, allowing you to adjust how bold or light the numbers appear.
- Explore More Font Styles: Tap the globe icon to explore additional font styles.
Pick a Color for the Clock Display
- Adjust Clock Color: You can also change the clock color. Scroll through the available color options. To select a custom color, tap the color wheel at the end of the list.
- Use Color Tools: Choose a custom color using options like the color grid, spectrum, or sliders.
- Match Wallpaper Colors: You can tap the paint dropper icon to select a color directly from your wallpaper for better coordination.
- Fine-tune the Shade: Some color choices will have a slider to adjust the lightness or darkness of the color.
Finalizing Your Custom Clock Design
Once satisfied with your chosen font and color:
1. Tap the X or background to exit the menu.
2. Save Changes: Hit Done in the top-right corner to confirm your updated clock design.
Important Note
The color you pick for your clock will also apply to any widgets on the Lock Screen.
Now you know how to update your iPhone’s clock style with iOS 16 easily! Feel free to create multiple custom Lock Screens for different settings or times of the day.
You can even save up to 200 custom designs. Keep experimenting, and have fun with your new personalized look!