Any image file can be used as a background on your computer or phone. On a mobile platform or a desktop computer, you must access the wallpaper interface through settings, preview and customize the wallpaper, then confirm the selection you made. You can also set the wallpaper directly from your desktop or web browser as long as it's not on a mobile device. Remember that you should also check the quality of the image before setting it as wallpaper!
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Method 1 of 5: Android Device
Step 1. Run the "Settings" application
Step 2. Tap on “Display” which is under the “Device” header
A list of options for your device screen will be displayed.
Step 3. Tap on “Wallpapers“
A list of image storage areas on the phone that can be used to select a wallpaper will open.
The options displayed will vary depending on the mobile device model you are using
Step 4. Tap on “Photos“
A list of ALL photos that are on the device will be displayed, including images that are in the Photos app, Downloads, or other third-party apps.
Step 5. Tap an image to view as wallpaper
This interface can also be reached by launching the " Photos " app, then tapping on a photo to view, opening the options menu (which is at the top right), tapping " Use As ", and selecting " Wallpaper"
Step 6. Tap and drag the image to adjust its position
To zoom in and out of an image, you can move two fingers inward (pinch) or move them outward.
Step 7. Tap on "Set Wallpaper" which is at the top of the image
This image that you have adjusted will be set as wallpaper.
Tap the back button if you don't want to set the image as wallpaper
Method 2 of 5: Using Display Settings on iOS
Step 1. Run the "Settings" application
Step 2. Tap the "Wallpaper" button located on the left sidebar
Wallpaper options will be displayed.
Step 3. Tap on “Choose a New Wallpaper” option
A Choose page will open where you can choose a wallpaper from Apple or an image in the Photos app.
Step 4. Tap on any of the images to view as wallpaper
This interface can also be reached by launching the "Photos" application, tapping on a photo to view, opening the "Share" menu in the upper right, then tapping "Use as Wallpaper"
Step 5. Tap and drag the image to adjust its position
To zoom in and out of an image, you can move two fingers inward (pinch) or move them outward.
Step 6. Select your wallpaper settings
The bar at the bottom shows several options on how to use a photo as wallpaper. The first three options are used to set the image as wallpaper.
- "Set Lock Screen": This option will set the selected photo as wallpaper only if the device is locked.
- "Set Home Screen": This option will set the selected photo as wallpaper only if the device is not locked on the home screen.
- "SetBoth". The selected photo will be set as wallpaper when the device is locked and when it is on the home screen.
- "Perspective Zoom On/Off". If it is on (on), the selected photo will automatically adjust to the screen so that the photo will scroll slightly when you tilt the device.
- "Cancel": This will take you back to the previous location without setting a wallpaper.
Method 3 of 5: Windows Computer
Step 1. Right-click on the desktop, then select "Personalize"
This option is at the bottom of the context menu that appears. The "Personalization" menu will be displayed. Some sample images will be displayed under the "Choose your picture" header.
If you want to change the wallpaper quickly and easily, right-click an existing photo on your computer, then select "Set as desktop background" from the context menu. This method does not provide some customization options as in the Personalization menu
Step 2. Click the "Browse" button to select a photo
Browse the folders on your computer to select the desired photo.
Step 3. Click a photo to select it, then press the "Choose Picture" button
The photo will be set as wallpaper and displayed in the "Choose your picture" image list.
Step 4. Select an option in the "Choose your fit" drop-down menu
This option is especially useful when you select an image that is larger or smaller than the desktop resolution.
- " Fill ": adjusts the selected image so that there is no empty space around the image.
- "Fit": adjusts the selected image so that no part is cut off.
- " Tile ": fills all desktop space with multiple copies of the selected image. This option is perfect for small images.
- " Center ": the computer will use the correct image size.
Step 5. Select "Slideshow" from the "Background" drop-down menu to set the wallpaper rotation (optional)
If you select this option, you can add images to the slideshow by clicking " Browse " and setting the rotation interval from the " Change picture every " drop-down menu.
Step 6. Press the "X" in the upper right corner to close the window
After closing the window, it means that you have ended all the wallpaper selection and optional settings. These settings will be saved automatically when you select them.
Method 4 of 5: Mac Computer
Step 1. Open the Apple Menu, then select "System Preferences"
The Apple menu is in the top-left corner of the menu bar.
Step 2. Click "Desktop & Screensaver"
A tool for setting screensavers and wallpapers will be opened. By default, you can choose from a sample Apple wallpaper and pictures folder on your computer.
If you want to change the wallpaper easily and quickly, just press Ctrl + click an existing photo on your computer, then select " Set as desktop background " from the context menu. This method does not provide customization options as in Display Settings
Step 3. Add an image from another location by pressing the "+" button
It's in the lower-right corner of the window. You will be asked to find the location where the image is saved on your computer.
Step 4. Click the desired image to set as wallpaper
The image will be used as a wallpaper that you can see in the background. You can change the background at will by selecting another image in the browsing window.
Step 5. Select the "Change picture" checkbox to set the wallpaper rotation (optional)
If the box is checked, you can choose a set time interval to change the wallpaper from the menu on the right.
This option will use all the images in the selected folder when you check the box
Step 6. Close the window by pressing the "X" button in the upper left corner
After closing the window, it means that you have ended all the wallpaper selection and optional settings. These settings will be saved automatically when you select them.
Method 5 of 5: Using Images from a Web Browser
Step 1. Select the desired browser
Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari browsers can be used to set desktop images directly from the browser window. If you're using Chrome, you'll need to first download the image to your hard drive, then set it as wallpaper from there.
You can't set an image as wallpaper directly from your mobile browser
Step 2. Find the desired image
We recommend that you include the image size or resolution in the search parameters. If you're using Google Image Search, you can narrow your search by selecting " Search Tools " at the bottom of the search bar and selecting an option from the " Size " drop-down menu.
Step 3. Click on the image to preview it
The full-size image can also be viewed by clicking the "View Image" button next to the preview.
Step 4. Right-click on the image (or Ctrl+click on Mac}}, then select "Set as desktop background"
The image will be set as wallpaper without any preview.
By default, this method will set the image to fill the computer screen
Step 5. Right-click on the image, then select Save As …" (optional).
Select a location to save the image on your computer so that it can be accessed with the wallpaper manager tool. This is an option for Chrome users or those who want more options when it comes to using an image as wallpaper.
Use a method suitable for your platform when using a downloaded image as wallpaper
Tips
- If the image looks grainy or is of poor quality, it may be of a lower resolution than the one used on your device's screen.
- For best results, choose an image that matches the screen resolution. The resolution can be viewed by right-clicking the image, then selecting " Properties > Details " (on Windows), pressing Ctrl + clicking and selecting " Get Info " (on Mac), or selecting a photo and tapping the " info " button (on Android).
