** iOS 26 adds new liquid glass icons – here is how to transform the home screen for your iPhone **
Apple is always proud of its design philosophy, and with iOS 26, it has taken on aesthetics at a whole new level. “Liquid Glass icons”, a visually striking and fluid reimagination of application icons that mixes style and substance, is a design change introduced into the most recent iPhone update. This update is a dream come true for all those who enjoy an elegant and futuristic home screen. The design of liquid glass is more than a simple minor update. These icons look like melted glass which has been molded in beautiful minimalist and deep shapes, a light game and a semi-transparency. This is a significant difference in the design of flat icons of iOS 7, combining contemporary elegance with a subtle 3D effect. The result? A more immersive tactile experience that feels alive under your fingers.
But how can you change the home screen of your iPhone using these new liquid glass icons? Here is everything you need to know – from the activation of the new design to the fully personalization of your layout.
### Activation of icons for default liquid glass, iOS 26 maintains the classic icon style activated after installation. To activate liquid glass icons, follow these steps:
1. ** Click on Settings ** Go to the Settings application of your iPhone.
2. (Click on the display and brightness) in the Display section, scroll to the new “icon style” option.
3. Choose “Liquid glass” Press the brand new glimpse of the liquid glass. Before making the modification, your system will request your approval. The new liquid glass style will be adopted by the entire ecosystem of the application icon once activated, including system applications and compatible third -party applications. ### Make your home screen, your own iOS 26 does not stop at a new icon style. It also introduces new powerful customization tools to allow users to personalize all aspects of their home screen:
Control of the depth and shade of the icons new cursors in the same “icon style” menu allow you to modify the intensity of light refraction, the depth of the shadow and the color color. Do you want your icons to look more ambitious at night and sparkle more in daylight mode? These effects can be defined to automatically change depending on the focus or time mode. The wallpaper wallpaper wallpaper changes with liquid glass icons are included in iOS 26. For example, an aurora frost -fried wallpaper makes your icons shine and reflect the northern shades. These wallpapers adapt in real time to gestures such as sweeping and taps, creating a more immersive feeling.
* The themes of thematic icons are finally accepted by Apple. Thanks to the App Store, you can now download packs of liquid glass icons checked in different styles – from matt glass to vibrating neon liquid. The shortcut app is now easier to use and allows you to install personalized packs. Tips for obtaining a transparent look * Stay with a color palette corresponds to your wallpaper, your icon shade and your widgets to a primary color palette, such as cool blues or hot ambities. A visually pleasant home screen is made possible by this consistency. * Reduce the size. When they are not overcrowded, liquid glass icons shine for their best. The focus filters or the application library can be used to hide the applications you rarely use and display only the ones you need. Use transparent glass widgets or transparent widget skins are available from a number of recent third widget applications. Combine them with liquid glass icons for a unified look.
* Use stackable widgets stack similar widgets (such as calendar, weather and reminders) in smart batteries to save space and reduce visual noise.
### Reflections at the end Apple improved the user experience of the iPhone with iOS 26, combining advanced design with easy customization. Liquid glass icons are more than a simple cosmetic upgrade; They are also part of a broader trend towards interactive, dynamic and personal design. Take full advantage of iOS 26 liquid glass features can give your home screen an amazing renovation, whether you are passionate about design or you just want your phone to feel more “you”. Explore your style options and your iPhone settings to make it the most beautiful it has ever been.
