Want to customize your iPhone's display to match your mood or preferences? Changing the screen color on your iPhone isn't as straightforward as on some other devices, but it's achievable through a few different methods. This guide will walk you through the options, explaining how to adjust the color temperature, use a color filter, and even explore some accessibility features that can significantly alter your screen's appearance.
How to Adjust Color Temperature (White Balance)
While you can't choose a specific color like "pink" or "blue" for your entire screen, you can adjust the white balance, influencing the overall warmth or coolness of the display. This is achieved through the Display & Brightness settings.
- Open Settings: Locate the "Settings" app (the grey icon with gears) on your home screen and tap it.
- Navigate to Display & Brightness: Scroll down and tap on "Display & Brightness."
- Adjust the White Point: Here you'll find a slider labeled "Night Shift" (more on that below) and potentially a slider for "White Point." If present, you can slide it to adjust the color temperature. Moving it to the left makes the screen cooler (more blue), while moving it to the right makes it warmer (more yellow/orange).
How to Use Night Shift to Change Screen Color
Night Shift is a feature designed to reduce blue light emissions in the evening, making the screen warmer and potentially easier on your eyes. While not designed for permanent color changes, it effectively shifts the screen towards a yellowish hue.
- Open Settings: As above, navigate to the "Settings" app.
- Access Display & Brightness: Find and tap "Display & Brightness."
- Activate Night Shift: Toggle the "Night Shift" switch to the "on" position.
- Schedule Night Shift (Optional): You can schedule Night Shift to automatically turn on and off at specific times, like sunset and sunrise. This is done by tapping "Scheduled," choosing a custom schedule or using the "Sunset to Sunrise" option.
- Adjust Color Temperature (Optional): You can also adjust the intensity of the warm color by tapping "Color Temperature" and choosing from a range of hues.
How to Use Color Filters to Change Screen Color
For more dramatic color changes, you can utilize Color Filters found within the Accessibility settings. This lets you apply various color tints to the entire screen.
- Open Settings: Go to the "Settings" app.
- Access Accessibility: Scroll down and tap "Accessibility."
- Select Display & Text Size: Tap on "Display & Text Size."
- Enable Color Filters: Toggle the "Color Filters" switch to "on."
- Choose a Filter: Several filters are available, each offering a different color tint (e.g., grayscale, inverted colors, red/green tint, etc.). Experiment to find your preferred option.
- Adjust Intensity (Optional): You can usually adjust the intensity of the selected filter.
Can I Use a Third-Party App to Change iPhone Screen Color?
While Apple doesn't officially support comprehensive screen color customization through third-party apps, some apps may offer limited color-related adjustments for specific functions within the app itself. These won't change the overall system color scheme, but may alter colors within the app's interface. Always download apps from trusted sources like the App Store to avoid potential malware.
What about the "True Tone" Display?
True Tone is a feature that automatically adjusts the white balance of your display to match the ambient lighting. While it doesn't let you choose a specific color, it does dynamically alter the color temperature throughout the day to create a more natural and comfortable viewing experience. You'll find the True Tone toggle in the same "Display & Brightness" settings as Night Shift.
This comprehensive guide covers the various ways to change your iPhone's screen color, offering different levels of customization to suit your needs. Remember to explore all the options available within your iPhone's settings to find the perfect look for your display.
