Are you ready to give your iOS device a fresh and stunning look? Customizing your home screen can be a fun and rewarding way to express yourself. In this blog post, we'll show you exactly how to use our iOS theme packs in conjunction with WidgetSmith and the Shortcuts app on iOS 14 and later. Get ready to elevate your experience and make your device truly yours!
Why Customize Your iOS?
While iOS is designed to be sleek and user-friendly, adding personal touches can enhance your daily interactions. Our theme packs allow you to transform the standard iOS layout into a vibrant, cohesive aesthetic that showcases your individuality. For instance, studies have shown that personalized devices can improve user satisfaction by up to 30%. With unique app icons and customizable widgets, you can not only improve the look of your device but also make navigation faster and more enjoyable.
Step 1: Downloading Our Theme Packs
To kick off your transformation, you'll need to download our stylish theme packs. Here's how to do that:
Visit Our Website: Go to our website and browse the range of theme packs we offer. Choose one that speaks to your style.
Download the Theme: Purchase your favorite theme. Click the download button after purchase to your chosen theme pack, and it will save straight to your device.
Extract the Files (if necessary): If the file is zipped, use the Files app on your iPhone to extract it.
Once you have everything saved in a designated folder, you’ll be set for the next steps!
Step 2: Setting Up WidgetSmith for Custom Widgets
Now that your theme pack is ready, it’s time to use WidgetSmith for your custom widgets. Follow these steps:
Download WidgetSmith: If you have not installed it yet, download WidgetSmith from the App Store.
Open WidgetSmith: Launch the app and familiarize yourself with its interface, which offers small, medium, large, and extra large widgets.
Choose Your Widget Size: Select the size of the widget you want to customize based on your preference.
Customize Your Widget: Change the font, background color, and add borders. Make sure to upload images from your theme for a fully personalized touch.
Save Your Widget: After you finish customizing, don’t forget to save your widget.
With your custom widgets ready, you can now integrate them with your new app icons.
Step 3: Utilizing the Shortcuts App to Change App Icons
With both your app icons and widgets prepared, use the Shortcuts app to change your app icons on the home screen. Here's how:
Open the Shortcuts App: This app is pre-installed on your iPhone.
Create a New Shortcut: Tap the "+" icon in the top right to start a new shortcut.
Add Action: Select "Add Action" then choose "Apps." Here you can select the app you want to customize.
Choose “Open App”: Pick the “Open App” action from the options.
Select the App: Tap “App” and choose the specific app.
Customize Your Icon: Tap the three dots in the upper right corner, then "Add to Home Screen." This is where you can rename the shortcut and choose its image.
Select Your Custom Icon: Tap the icon next to the shortcut name to select a photo from your theme pack.
Add the Shortcut: Once you’re happy with your custom icon, tap "Add" to save it to your home screen.
Repeat this for each app you'd like to customize. For example, if you have 10 apps you wish to alter, the process will take you around 10–15 minutes total.
Important Notes on Notifications and Interchangeability
Understanding how notifications function with your shortcuts is crucial.
Notification Bubbles Not Shown: Keep in mind that notification bubbles will not show up on the new app icon. To avoid missing important alerts, regularly check the original apps.
Interchangeable Designs: Our app icons and square widget designs can be easily mixed and matched. This flexibility allows you to create a layout that’s not only eye-catching but also uniquely yours.
Current iOS Apps
A list of the current app icons included in our ios theme packs.
Adobe, Adobe Air, Airbnb, Alarm, Amazon, Amazon Alexa, Amazon Music, Among Us, Apple, Apple News Apple Photos, Apple TV, Apple Watch, App Store, Audible, Authenticator, Bank, Bible, Bible Cross, Bitmoji, Books, Boomerang, BrainAi, Bumble, BuzzFeed, Calculator (2), Calendars (2), Calm, Camera, Canva, Chewy, Chrome, Clock, Contacts, Copilot, Craigslist, Cricut, CW, Discord, Disney Plus, Door Dash, Dropbox, Dunkin Donuts, Ebay, Envelope, Espn, Etsy (2), Excel, Facebook, Facetime, Fandango, Files, Find My, Find My Friends, Fitness, Food Delivery, Game, Garage Band, Gas Buddy, GoodNotes, GoodReads, Good RX, Google Drive, Google Maps, Google Voice, Group Me, GrubHub, Hamburger Menu, Health, Heart, Heart Camera, Heart Little, Heart Outline, Heart Photos, Heart Video Camera, Hobby Lobby, Home, House Security, Hulu, iCloud, iHeart Radio, iMessage, iMovie, Instacart, Instagram, Kindle, Lemon8, LightRoom, Linkedin, Lock, Lyft, Mail, McDonalds, Measure, Mercari, Messenger, Michaels, Minecraft, Money, Moon, Moon Stars, Music, Netflix, Notes, Notion, Pandora, Paw Print, PayPal, Phone, Phone Talk, Pinterest, Plane, PokemonGo, Poshmark, Prime Video, Printer, Procreate, Reddit, Reminders, Reminders Add, Roblox, Safari, Scribble, Settings, Shazam, Shimmers, Shopping Cart, Shortcuts, Skype, SmartHome, SnapChat, Sparkles, Spotify, SpotifyKids, Square, Star, Starbucks, Switch, Telegram, Threads, TikTok, Tinder, Trello, Tumblr, Twitch, Twitter, Uber, Ups, Usps, Venmo, Verizon, Vimeo, Voice, Voice Memo, Wallet, Walmart, Waze, Weather, WhatsApp, WidetSmith, Wifi, Wix, Word, X, Yelp, YouTube, Zelle, Zillow, Zoom.
Celebrate Your Customized Aesthetic
Congratulations! You’ve successfully transformed your iOS experience using our theme packs, WidgetSmith, and Shortcuts. By following these steps, you've created a beautiful home screen that reflects your preferences.
Feel free to experiment with different widget and icon combinations until you find the perfect arrangement for your needs. Your newly customized iOS is just the beginning!
Are you excited about your new look? We invite you to share your personalized iOS experience with us. Show off your creations and inspire others! Happy customizing!
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