How to Choose from Stock Images for iPhone Wallpaper

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open your iPhone's Settings.

   This is the grey gear icon on your iPhone's home screen.
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   Step 2: Scroll down and tap Wallpaper.

   You'll find it in the third group of options on this page. , This is at the top of the screen. , Apple has two to three stock photo albums listed here:
   Dynamic
   - Contains simple photos with dynamic properties (e.g., they move).
   
   The photos here are similar to basic computer screensavers.
   
   Stills
   - You'll find high-definition still photos here.
   
   Live (iPhone 6 and up)
   - This album holds short, high-definition video clips that can be played by tapping and holding your screen. , Keep in mind that using a photo from the Dynamic or Live folder will drain your battery life faster than using a Still photo will. , Again, you'll see two to three options here at the bottom of the screen:
   Still
   - This option keeps your photo completely still, regardless of changes in iPhone position.
   
   Available for all stock photos.
   
   Perspective
   - Choosing this option will allow your photo to move slightly whenever you tilt your iPhone.
   
   Available for all stock photos.
   
   Live
   - With this option enabled, you can tap and hold your screen to see your selected photo animate.
   
   Available for Dynamic and Live photos. , This is at the bottom of your screen. , You can apply your selected wallpaper to the following locations:
   Lock screen (Set Lock Screen) Home screen (Set Home Screen) Both the Home screen and the Lock screen (Set Both) , After selecting your preferred wallpaper location, your stock photo will be applied immediately.
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   Step 3: Tap Choose New Wallpaper.

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   Step 4: Select a stock photo album.

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   Step 5: Select a stock photo.

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   Step 6: Select a display option.

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   Step 7: Tap Set.

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   Step 8: Select a wallpaper location.

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   Step 9: Enjoy your new background.

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