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Why Wallpapers Don’t Fit on iPhone? Causes and Solutions

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While you should be able to zoom in and out when setting up the wallpaper on your iPhone, sometimes you might encounter issues where you can't zoom out. Let's explore the possible causes and solutions!

Default iPhone Wallpapers Cannot Be Adjusted

⚠️ You can only resize (zoom in/out) photos you've taken or images you've downloaded. The default wallpapers that come pre-installed on your iPhone cannot be adjusted.

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Cause 1: Low Image Resolution

If the image you're trying to set as wallpaper has a lower resolution than your iPhone's screen, it may automatically zoom in without the option to zoom out. Try finding a higher-resolution image or use an image editing app to resize it before setting it as wallpaper.

Resolution is typically expressed as "width × height" in pixels. While there are several ways to check your phone's resolution, taking a screenshot is the quickest and most convenient method!

How to Check Resolution

  1. Take a screenshot.
  2. Open the screenshot and tap the "i" icon.
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  4. Look for numbers like "1179 × 2566" - this is your device's resolution. ⚠️ Remember, photo resolution differs from device resolution, so always check using a screenshot.
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Cause 2: Wallpaper Setting Bug

Sometimes iOS bugs or wallpaper app glitches can prevent proper resizing. Try restarting your iPhone.

Restart Steps

  1. Press and hold both power and volume buttons.
  2. Slide to power off when prompted.
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  4. Wait a few seconds, then press and hold the power button to restart.
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Cause 3: Perspective Zoom is Enabled

When Perspective Zoom is enabled, wallpaper may automatically enlarge and prevent zooming out. This feature creates a depth effect that makes objects appear three-dimensional. Try disabling it in Settings under Wallpaper.

How to Check Settings

  1. Go to "Settings" and tap "Accessibility".
  2. Tap "Motion".
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  4. Check "Reduce Motion" - if it's green, it's enabled.
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Cause 4: Using "Shuffle" Feature

Size adjustment isn't available when using the Photo Shuffle feature for wallpaper. Verify if you're using this function.

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Cause 5: Incorrect Aspect Ratio

If the image's aspect ratio doesn't match your iPhone's screen, it may automatically resize and not display as intended. Try using an image editing app to adjust the size or choose a different image.

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