How to add widgets to Lock Screen iOS 17

With lock screen widgets, you'll be able to see timely and important information at a glance for your favourite apps.

Hand holding iPhone showing lock screen widget selection
Hand holding iPhone showing lock screen widget selection
iPhone showing customize lock screen
iPhone showing customize lock screen
iPhone showing customize lock screen

Steps to add widgets to your Lock Screen

With iOS 17, the Lock Screen isn't just a screen; it's a window to essential info. See temperature, air quality, battery status, or upcoming events without unlocking your phone.


To add widgets to your Lock Screen:

  1. Press and hold the Lock Screen until the "Customise" option pops up. Tap on it.

  2. Choose "Lock Screen".

  3. Select "Add Widgets".

  4. Pick and place your preferred widgets by tapping or dragging them.

  5. Once happy, hit the close button and confirm with "Done".

How to edit widgets on your lock screen

  1. Press and down in the centre of your screen whilst locked until the "Customise" option surfaces.

  2. Tap to choose your Lock Screen

  3. Tap the widget you want to adjust

  4. Tap and drag to rearrange the widgets position

  5. Need to free up some space? Tap the "Remove" button on any widget you'd like to clear.


Finalize with a swipe up or tap "Done", and there you have it! Your Lock Screen, curated by you.

iPhone showing lock screen widget drawer
iPhone showing lock screen widget drawer
iPhone showing lock screen widget drawer

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FAQ

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