🍎 How to Set Wallpaper on iPhone (iOS)
Tap the download button on any wallpaper. It will be saved to your Photos app or Files app depending on your iOS version.
Method 1: From Photos App (Recommended)
1 Open Photos App
Tap the Photos app icon on your home screen.
2 Find Your Downloaded Wallpaper
Go to Albums → Recents or Downloads. Your wallpaper will be there.
3 Tap the Share Button
Open the wallpaper and tap the Share icon (square with arrow pointing up) at the bottom left.
4 Select "Use as Wallpaper"
Scroll down and tap "Use as Wallpaper" or "Set as Wallpaper".
5 Position and Choose
Pinch to zoom and drag to position the wallpaper perfectly. Then choose:
• Set Lock Screen - Shows when phone is locked
• Set Home Screen - Shows on your home screen
• Set Both - Uses same wallpaper for both (recommended)
Method 2: From Settings App
1 Open Settings
Tap the Settings app (gray icon with gears).
2 Go to Wallpaper
Scroll down and tap "Wallpaper".
3 Choose a Wallpaper
Tap "Add New Wallpaper" or the wallpaper you want to change.
4 Select From Photos
Choose "Photos" and navigate to your downloaded wallpaper.
5 Position and Set
Adjust the position, then tap "Set" and choose Lock Screen, Home Screen, or Both.
• On iPhone 14 Pro and newer, you can customize lock screen widgets while setting wallpaper
• Use "Perspective Zoom" ON for a parallax effect when tilting your phone
• For AMOLED wallpapers, turn OFF True Tone for pure blacks
• iOS 16+ allows multiple lock screens - swipe to switch between them!
• Wallpaper looks blurry? Make sure you downloaded the highest resolution version
• Can't find downloaded image? Check Settings → Safari → Downloads location
• Wallpaper gets cropped? Pinch to zoom out before setting it
📱 How to Set Wallpaper on Samsung Galaxy (One UI)
Tap download. The image saves to your Gallery app in the "Download" folder.
Method 1: Long Press Home Screen (Easiest)
1 Long Press Empty Space
On your home screen, long press any empty area (not on an app icon).
2 Tap Wallpapers
A menu will appear. Tap "Wallpapers and style" or "Wallpapers".
3 Select "My wallpapers"
Tap "My wallpapers" or "Gallery".
4 Choose Your Downloaded Image
Navigate to Download folder and select your wallpaper.
5 Position and Apply
Adjust the position by pinching/dragging. Then tap "Done" and choose:
• Lock screen
• Home screen
• Lock screen and home screen (both)
Method 2: From Gallery App
1 Open Gallery
Tap the Gallery app icon.
2 Find Your Wallpaper
Go to Download album or Pictures.
3 Open and Tap Menu
Open the wallpaper, then tap the three dots (⋮) in the top right corner.
4 Select "Set as Wallpaper"
Tap "Set as wallpaper" from the menu.
5 Choose Where to Set
Select Lock screen, Home screen, or both, then tap "Set as wallpaper" or "Done".
• Use Motion Effect for depth effect on lock screen (One UI 5+)
• Enable Dark Mode in Settings for better AMOLED wallpaper experience
• Try Edge Lighting with dark wallpapers for cool notification effects
• Samsung's Bixby Routines can auto-change wallpapers by time/location!
• Wallpaper stretches weirdly? Disable "Smart View" in wallpaper settings
• Can't set as wallpaper? Clear Gallery app cache: Settings → Apps → Gallery → Storage → Clear Cache
• Lock screen wallpaper different than expected? Check if "Dynamic Lock Screen" is enabled
🔍 How to Set Wallpaper on Google Pixel (Stock Android)
Downloaded images save to the Photos app or Files app in the "Download" folder.
Method 1: Long Press Home Screen
1 Long Press Home Screen
Long press on any empty area of your home screen.
2 Tap "Wallpaper & style"
From the popup menu, tap "Wallpaper & style".
3 Change Wallpaper
Tap "Change wallpaper" or the current wallpaper preview.
4 Select "My photos"
Scroll down and tap "My photos" or "Photos".
5 Choose Downloaded Wallpaper
Navigate to your downloaded wallpaper and tap it.
6 Position and Set
Adjust by pinching/dragging, then tap the checkmark ✓. Choose:
• Lock screen
• Home screen
• Lock screen & home screen
Method 2: From Photos App
1 Open Photos App
Tap the Photos app (Google Photos).
2 Find Your Wallpaper
Look in Library → Downloads or search for recent downloads.
3 Open and Tap Menu
Open the wallpaper, then tap the three dots (⋮) in the top right.
4 Select "Use as"
Tap "Use as" or "Set as".
5 Choose "Wallpaper"
Select "Wallpaper", position it, and choose Lock/Home/Both.
• Material You auto-generates color themes from your wallpaper!
• Use "Cinematic" wallpapers for 3D depth effect (Pixel 6+)
• Enable Dark Theme for pure black AMOLED wallpapers
• At a Glance widget works great with clean wallpapers
• Pixel 8 Pro has AI wallpaper generator built-in!
🤖 How to Set Wallpaper on Other Android Devices
This guide covers OnePlus, Xiaomi, Motorola, Huawei, and other Android phones. Steps may vary slightly based on manufacturer.
Universal Method (Works on Most Android Phones)
1 Long Press Home Screen
Long press on an empty area of your home screen until a menu appears.
2 Find Wallpaper Option
Look for one of these options:
• "Wallpapers"
• "Wallpaper & style"
• "Settings" → "Wallpaper"
• "Home settings" → "Wallpaper"
3 Select Gallery/Photos
Choose "Gallery", "Photos", or "My Photos".
4 Navigate to Download Folder
Find your downloaded wallpaper (usually in Download or Pictures folder).
5 Set the Wallpaper
Select the image, position it, and tap "Set" or "Apply".
Alternative: From File Manager/Gallery
1 Open Gallery or File Manager
Open your phone's Gallery app or File Manager.
2 Locate Downloaded Image
Go to Download folder or Pictures.
3 Open Options Menu
Tap and hold the image, or tap Menu (⋮) after opening it.
4 Select "Set as wallpaper"
Choose "Set as wallpaper", "Set as", or "Use as".
Brand-Specific Tips:
OnePlus (OxygenOS)
• Long press → "Wallpapers" → "Gallery"
• Supports "Canvas" feature for auto-changing wallpapers
• Enable "Material You" for color-matched themes
Xiaomi (MIUI)
• Settings → "Wallpaper" → "Gallery"
• Or Gallery → Menu → "Set as wallpaper"
• Supports Super Wallpapers with live effects
Motorola
• Long press home → "Wallpapers" → "Photos"
• Nearly stock Android experience
• Supports Moto Actions for quick wallpaper changes
Huawei (EMUI/HarmonyOS)
• Settings → "Home screen & wallpaper" → "Wallpaper"
• Or Gallery → Image → Menu → "Set as"
• Try "Parallax" effect for 3D wallpapers
• Most Android phones: Settings → Display → Wallpaper also works
• For AMOLED screens: Use pure black (#000000) wallpapers to save battery
• Enable Dark Mode system-wide for best experience with dark wallpapers
• Some launchers (Nova, Action Launcher) have their own wallpaper settings
📱 Popular Wallpaper Types
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my wallpaper look blurry?
Make sure you downloaded the correct resolution for your device. Always choose a resolution equal to or higher than your screen resolution. Check our device-specific pages for perfect matches.
Can I use the same wallpaper for lock and home screen?
Yes! When setting the wallpaper, choose "Set Both" or "Lock screen & Home screen" option. This uses the same image for both screens.
Where do downloaded wallpapers go?
iPhone: Photos app → Recents or Downloads album
Android: Gallery app → Download folder, or Files app → Downloads
What's the difference between Live and Static wallpapers?
Static wallpapers are regular images. Live wallpapers have animation or motion effects. Live wallpapers use more battery.
Do wallpapers drain battery?
Static wallpapers have minimal battery impact. Use pure black AMOLED wallpapers on OLED screens to actually save battery! Live wallpapers use more battery due to animation.