Apple’s iOS 26 adds a wealth of new features and tweaks, especially to the iPhone’s Lock Screen. One of the most exciting upgrades is the enhanced ability to customize the Lock Screen clock, including adjusting its size, color, and font.
The clock is likely one of the most frequently used features on your iPhone — even if you also wear an Apple Watch, glancing at your iPhone remains the quickest way to check the time. Despite this, the clock hasn’t seen many changes since the iPhone first launched in 2007.
With iOS 26, Apple has revamped the clock’s look and introduced new customization options. The standout change is the ability to resize the Lock Screen clock, so it fits perfectly with your wallpaper.
In addition to resizing, you can change the clock’s color and font, as well as adjust its thickness. There’s even a stylish Liquid Glass-inspired look that complements iOS 26’s design language.
Here’s how to personalize your Lock Screen clock:
Customize Clock Color, Font, and Thickness
Make sure that your iPhone is turned on and at the Lock Screen to get started.
- Make sure your iPhone is awake and on the Lock Screen.
- Long press anywhere on the Lock Screen and tap Customize.
- Tap the time at the top of the screen.
- Choose Glass or Solid at the bottom to set the clock’s style.
- Tap the globe icon to select your preferred language.
- Pick a font from the options displayed.
- Use the slider to adjust the thickness of the clock.
- Choose a clock color and use the slider to control its opacity.
- Tap anywhere else on the screen and then tap Done to save.
Resize the Clock on iOS 26
For the first time, iOS 26 lets you resize the Lock Screen clock to make it larger or smaller:
- Long press on the Lock Screen and tap Customize.
- Drag the bottom-right corner of the clock up or down to resize it.
- Tap Done when you’re happy with the size.
This resizing allows the clock to extend behind images with 3D effects, making your Lock Screen more dynamic and personalized.
Remember, iOS 26 also lets you customize Lock Screen widgets and icons, so you can arrange your display for both style and productivity.
Now you know how to make your iPhone’s clock look exactly how you want it with iOS 26 — making your Lock Screen as unique as you are.
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