iPhone Hack: How to Make the Icons Dark

Written by Camilla Jessen

Sep.30 - 2024 8:31 PM CET

Looking for a new look for your iPhone? Here’s how you can make your icons dark and match your phone’s style.

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If you’ve updated to iOS 18, there’s a fresh feature that allows you to change your home screen icons to a dark theme.

This simple customization gives your iPhone a more personalized, sleek look.

According to Meremobil, here’s how you can do it:

How to Make Your iPhone Icons Dark

  1. Activate Editing Mode
    Press and hold your finger on an empty spot on your home screen until the icons start to shake, signaling you’re in editing mode.

  2. Customize the Home Screen
    Tap "Edit" at the top left of the screen. Then, select the “Customize” option to begin changing the appearance of your icons.

  3. Choose Your Theme
    Scroll through the theme options and pick "Dark." Other choices include "Light," "Automatic," or "Toned," but for a darker look, choose "Dark."

  4. Adjust Icon Size
    You can also resize the icons by selecting either "Large" or "Small," depending on your preference.

  5. Save Your Changes
    After customizing, tap outside the customization panel to save your new settings and exit edit mode.