Introduction
Hey readers,
Are you looking for a way to spruce up your iPhone 6 with a custom background picture? Whether you want to personalize your home screen with a photo of your loved ones or set a motivational quote as your lock screen image, changing your background picture is a quick and easy way to add some flair to your device. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps on how to set a background picture on your iPhone 6, covering both the home screen and lock screen.
Set a Background Picture for the Home Screen
Choose a Picture from Your Camera Roll
- Open the Photos app on your iPhone 6.
- Select the picture you want to use as your background.
- Tap the "Share" button in the bottom left corner.
- Scroll down and tap "Use as Wallpaper."
Crop and Position the Picture
- You’ll be given the option to crop and position the picture to your liking.
- Use your fingers to pinch and zoom in on the desired area of the photo.
- Tap "Set" in the bottom right corner to save your changes.
Set the Picture as Your Home Screen Background
- Choose whether you want to set the picture as your home screen wallpaper or both your home screen and lock screen.
- Tap "Set" again to confirm your selection.
Set a Background Picture for the Lock Screen
Use a Picture from Your Camera Roll
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone 6.
- Tap "Wallpaper" under the "Display & Brightness" section.
- Select "Choose a New Wallpaper."
- Tap the "Camera Roll" tab and choose the picture you want to use.
Crop and Position the Picture
- Similar to setting the home screen background, you can crop and position the picture by pinching and zooming.
- Tap "Set" to save your changes.
Set the Picture as Your Lock Screen Background
- Choose whether you want to set the picture as your lock screen wallpaper or both your home screen and lock screen.
- Tap "Set" again to confirm your selection.
Additional Tips for Customizing Your Background Picture
Use Different Pictures for Home Screen and Lock Screen
- You don’t have to use the same picture for your home screen and lock screen. Mix it up and express your personality in different ways!
Create a Custom Background Using the Photos App
- The Photos app has a built-in feature that allows you to create a custom background by combining multiple pictures into one collage or montage.
Set a Live Photo as Your Background
- If you have an iPhone 6s or later, you can set a Live Photo as your background. This will add a dynamic touch to your device.
Table: iPhone 6 Background Picture Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Home Screen Wallpaper | Sets a picture as the wallpaper on your home screen |
| Lock Screen Wallpaper | Sets a picture as the wallpaper on your lock screen |
| Perspective Zoom | Enables a dynamic effect that slightly zooms and moves the background picture when you tilt your phone |
| Still | Keeps the background picture static when you tilt your phone |
| Dim Lock Screen | Darkens the lock screen wallpaper when your phone is in sleep mode |
Conclusion
Setting a custom background picture on your iPhone 6 is a simple and fun way to personalize your device. Whether you want to add a touch of your own flair or simply change up the look and feel of your phone, follow the steps outlined in this guide and you’ll be able to do it in no time. For more tips and tricks on customizing your iPhone, be sure to check out our other articles.
FAQ about set background picture iPhone 6
How to set a background picture on my iPhone 6?
- Go to Settings > Wallpaper > Choose a New Wallpaper.
- Select a wallpaper from the Photos, Live Photos, or Dynamic wallpapers options.
- Choose the image you want to use and tap Set.
- Select Still or Perspective from the sub-menu.
- Adjust the image as desired, then tap Set.
Can I use my own photos as a background picture?
Yes, you can set any of your photos as a background image. Just tap Photos > Select the desired photo > Tap Add > Set as Wallpaper.
How to make a photo fit the screen?
- Open the photo you want to use in Photos.
- Tap Edit > Crop.
- Select the Square aspect ratio and drag the crop frame to fit the photo.
- Tap Done, then tap Save Image.
- Go to Settings > Wallpaper and select your cropped photo.
How to set a different background for the Home screen and Lock screen?
- Choose the wallpaper you want for the Home screen, then tap Set > Set Home Screen Wallpaper.
- Go back to the Wallpaper settings and select the wallpaper you want for the Lock screen, then tap Set > Set Lock Screen Wallpaper.
Can I use GIFs as a background picture?
You cannot use GIFs as a background picture directly, but you can create a Live Photo from the GIF and use that as a background. Go to Live Photos & GIFs > Tap Create > Select the desired GIF > Tap Save as Live Photo > Set as Wallpaper.
How to change the wallpaper automatically?
- Go to Settings > Wallpaper > Choose a New Wallpaper.
- Select one of the Dynamic wallpapers (e.g., Aerial View, Bloom).
- Tap Set > Choose Automatically.
Can I use downloaded images as a background picture?
Yes, you can save any image from the internet or other apps and then set it as your wallpaper. Tap and hold the image > Tap Save Image > Go to Settings > Wallpaper > Tap Photos > Select the saved image.
How to remove the background picture?
- Go to Settings > Wallpaper.
- Tap the Remove Wallpaper button.
- Tap Remove Wallpaper again to confirm.
Why can’t I set an image as a background picture?
The image may be too large or have an incompatible file format. Make sure the image is smaller than 2MB and is in one of the supported formats (JPG, PNG, HEIC).
How to fix a blurry background picture?
- Make sure the original photo is high-quality.
- Go to Settings > Wallpaper > Select Perspective for a non-blurry effect.
- Crop the image to remove any distracting elements.
