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How to Change the Clock Position on Your iPhone Lock Screen

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Changing the position of the clock on the iPhone lock screen is not a feature that iPhone offers natively. However, by using certain apps and features, you can visually change the position of the clock. This article explains three methods to achieve this.

  1. Using Depth Effect to Visually Change the Clock Position
  2. Using Widgets to Change the Clock Position
  3. Using Live Activity to Change the Clock Position
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1. Using Depth Effect to Change the Clock Position

What is Depth Effect?

Depth Effect is a new feature introduced with iOS 16, which adds a sense of depth to the lock screen wallpaper, making the clock appear behind the photo. By utilizing this effect, you can visually change the clock position.

How to Set Up Depth Effect

Preparation

  • Prepare an image with the subject clearly in the center!

Since Depth Effect recognizes the subject and hides the clock behind it, you need to use an image where the subject is clearly distinguishable. (In my experience, the recognition was quite strict.)

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Steps to Set Up

  1. Open the Settings app
  2. Select "Wallpaper"
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  4. Tap "+ Add New Wallpaper"
  5. Tap "Photos"
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  7. Tap "All"
  8. Select the prepared image
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  10. Position the subject appropriately (Be careful as small changes can disable the Depth Effect!)
  11. Tap "Add"
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  13. Choose your preferred setting for the home screen wallpaper
  14. Done!
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2. Using Widgets to Change the Clock Position

By adding a clock widget to the lock screen widget area, you can make it look like the clock position has changed. Follow these steps to add a clock as a widget.

  1. Download the WidgetSmith app
  2. Open the app and select "Lock Screen"
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  4. Tap "Add Rectangular Widget"
  5. From the "TIME" section, choose your preferred clock widget
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  7. Tap "Save" to save the widget
  8. Long-press on the lock screen
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  10. Tap "Customize"
  11. Select "Lock Screen"
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  13. Tap "Add Widgets"
  14. Select WidgetSmith
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  16. Swipe to add "Rectangular Widgets" and tap the added widget
  17. Select the widget saved in WidgetSmith
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  19. Tap "✕", then tap "✕" again
  20. Tap "Done"
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Done!

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Quick Tip

It is recommended to match the color of the lock screen clock with the wallpaper color. Having two clocks can make the display look cluttered, so adjust accordingly.

For example:

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3. Using Live Activity to Change the Clock Position

What is Live Activity?

Live Activity is a feature that displays real-time updates on the lock screen. By utilizing this feature, you can change the position of the clock.

How to Set Up Live Activity

  1. Download the "Widgets 17" app
  2. Open the downloaded app and tap "Continue with Limited version" at the top
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  4. Tap the "✕" button in the top right
  5. Scroll and tap the button to the right of "Time"
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  7. Tap the "Time" section
  8. Adjust the Time font and Tint Color to your preference
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  10. Tap "Live Activities"
  11. Adjust the "Background" and "Border" settings to your liking
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  13. Tap "Save"
  14. Return to the lock screen and tap "Allow"
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    Once the app is set up, the clock will be displayed on the lock screen, making it look like the clock position has changed.

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For best results, I recommend using a solid background color for the Live Activity. When I tested, the following issues occurred:

  • Using a transparent background -> The word "Hello" appeared under the text
  • Using a photo as the background -> The app froze during loading
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