Custom background dark and light mode

Can you create a custom wallpaper using a photo so that it turns dark in dark mode and lighter in light mode, or does it only work with some of Apple’s pre-set wallpapers? Thanks.

iPhone 14, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 20, 2025 12:53 PM

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Posted on Mar 20, 2025 9:51 PM

Currently, iOS doesn't natively support creating custom wallpapers that automatically adjust between light and dark modes using your own photos. This feature is limited to Apple's pre-set dynamic wallpapers. However, You can suggest this feature directly to Apple by leaving a product feedback here 👉 Product Feedback - Apple 


Axel F.

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Mar 20, 2025 9:51 PM in response to AeroFlightFan

Currently, iOS doesn't natively support creating custom wallpapers that automatically adjust between light and dark modes using your own photos. This feature is limited to Apple's pre-set dynamic wallpapers. However, You can suggest this feature directly to Apple by leaving a product feedback here 👉 Product Feedback - Apple 


Axel F.

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