Get Wallpaper in Shortcuts returns image with clock

Get Wallpaper in Shortcuts returns an image with a clock on it. That doesn’t make any sense

iPhone 17 Pro Max, iOS 26

Posted on Jan 18, 2026 9:41 PM

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Jan 19, 2026 1:03 AM in response to fokas.pokas

fokas.pokas wrote:

It would make sense for Apple wallpapers.

This appears to be an afterthought. Your initial post does not mention third-party wallpapers used on your device. Please use the source of the third-party wallpaper.



Workaround:

How to Create a Blank Home Screen on iOS

On iPhones running iOS, it’s possible—though a little tricky—to create a completely blank Home Screen page right before the App Library. This can be useful if you want a clean screenshot or simply prefer a minimalist look.



Steps:

  • Navigate to the last Home Screen page


Swipe until you reach the final page of apps, just before the App Library.

  1. Remove or rearrange apps
    1. Delete or move any unwanted apps from this last page.
    2. Shift the remaining apps forward onto earlier pages so that the final page becomes empty.
  2. Result: a blank screen


Once all apps are moved off, you’ll have a completely blank Home Screen page with no icons. This page will sit right before the App Library.

  1. Take your screenshot


Capture the blank screen by pressing the Side Button + Volume Up (or the appropriate screenshot gesture for your device).



⚠️ Important Note:

  • The blank page is temporary. As soon as you restart your iPhone, iOS will automatically remove the empty page, collapsing your Home Screen back to the App Library.
  • This means the blank screen is only useful for screenshots or short-term use.



✨ In short: by carefully moving apps forward, you can create a clean, icon-free Home Screen page for screenshots. Just remember—it won’t survive a restart!


Get Wallpaper in Shortcuts returns image with clock

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