Tech News Today
  • Hardware
    • Motherboards
    • CPUs
    • Graphic Cards
    • RAM
    • SSDs
    • Computer Cases
    • Monitors
    • Peripherals
    • Power Supply Unit
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Tips
  • Software
  • Operating System
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
  • Gaming
  • Mobile
  • Console
  • More
    • Internet
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Buyer’s Guide
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
    • How To
    • News
Facebook Twitter Instagram
Tech News Today
  • Hardware
    • Motherboards
    • CPUs
    • Graphic Cards
    • RAM
    • SSDs
    • Computer Cases
    • Monitors
    • Peripherals
    • Power Supply Unit
    • PC Builds
    • Computer Tips
  • Software
  • Operating System
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
  • Gaming
  • Mobile
  • Console
  • More
    • Internet
    • Networking
    • Security
    • Buyer’s Guide
    • Gadgets
    • Laptops
    • Reviews
    • How To
    • News
Tech News Today
Home»Mobile»How to Change App Colors in iOS and Android

How to Change App Colors in iOS and Android

Grishma GhaleBy Grishma GhaleMay 5, 2022
how-to-change-app-colors

If you want to take customization to the next level on your phone, try changing the app colors and icons. There are many fun ways to do that on both Android and iOS. So, let’s check them out. 

How to Change App Colors in Android

Changing app colors and themes on an Android phone largely depends on your current Android version. It is significant if you want to change the app colors without using any third-party apps.

Using Color Palette 

If you have the latest Android 12 version, changing app colors is seamless with the new Color Palette feature. This handy feature will automatically change the app colors and the theme color based on the color of your wallpaper. So, the first step is to choose a wallpaper that you think would suit your phone. 

Then, you can take these steps to change the app colors with the Color Palette: 

  1. Long-press on an empty space on your home screen. 
  2. Then, select Wallpaper and Style. 
    wallpaper-and-style
  3. Tap on Color Palette. 
    colour-palette
  4. Select a color palette you prefer. You can even view a preview of the select theme. 
    select-color-palette
  5. Once you’ve selected your desired palette, tap on the Set as Color Palette option. 

Now, your phone’s app colors, as well as the other widgets and menu colors, are also aligned with the color of your wallpaper. If you can’t seem to find the color palette option on your phone, please check your phone’s version and install any available updates. 

Use Phone’s Built-in Theme Options

If you have an older version of Android and don’t have the Color Palette feature, you can use the built-in theme options on your phone. For e.g., if you have a Samsung phone, you can visit the Galaxy Themes store. From the options at the bottom of the screen, tap on Icons and choose an icon pack of your choice. 

You can get free as well as premium app icons, themes, wallpapers, and more. But if your phone is of another brand, you might still find similar settings.

For example, we found the Theme Store on the Xiaomi phone as well. Although there isn’t a specific feature to customize your app icons only, you can use a theme and change the app icons accordingly. To access this, you can follow these steps: 

  1. Long-press on the home screen.
  2. Tap on Wallpaper. This will lead you to a new page.
    wallpaper-xiaomi
  3. Go to the Themes tab. Pick any theme of your choice.
    theme-store-xiaomi

Use Theme Launchers

Another way you can customize app colors and icons is via theme launchers. You can find various kinds on the Play Store. Using these launchers, you can completely customize your phone. Besides changing the app colors, and icons, you can even change the style of your home screen, your keyboard design, your lock screen, and more. 

However, you might get different options to customize depending on the launcher you’re using. Additionally, suspicious theme launchers can invite potential viruses and bugs. So, we recommend using themes like Apex Launcher, Nova Launcher, or AIO Launcher. 

To use these theme launchers, simply install them and follow the in-app instructions to pick a style or design you prefer. 

Get Icon Packs 

If you’re not a fan of theme launchers and want to change only the app colors, you can download icon packs from the Play Store. Search for “icon packs,” and you can find various ones to fit your taste. 

How to Change App Colors in iOS Using Shortcuts

With the release of iOS 14, iPhone users have many options to customize their app colors/icons. To perform this, you’ll need to use Apple’s Shortcuts app. Using this app, you’ll need to create a new shortcut and then assign a new color and icon to the app. Here’s how you can do it:

  1. Open the Shortcuts app. 
  2. Tap on the plus sign to create a new shortcut. 
    click-on-plus-sign
  3. Tap on the Shortcut Name to add a new name. 
  4. Then, tap on Open App to assign a task. 
    tap-on-open-app
  5. Tap on App and pick any app of your choice. 
  6. Now, tap on the app icon, and you can choose any color and logo of your choice. 
    choose-color
  7. If you want to add a picture to your app icon, select the Settings icon.
  8. Tap on Add to Home Screen. 
    shortcut-add to home screen
  9. Tap on the app icon and choose a new picture. 
    shortcut-add-photo

How to Change the Color of Your Apps Without Shortcuts

If you find that it’s time-consuming to use the Shortcuts app and would like a faster alternative, here’s what you can try turning apps into widgets. Performing this action will give a completely new and attractive look to your app. Here’s how you can do it: 

  1. Long-press on your home screen. 
  2. Tap on the plus icon to open Widgets. 
    iphone-add-widget
  3. From the list, you can scroll and pick any app you want to change into a widget. 
    app-widgets-iphone
  4. You’ll get several style options for your chosen app. 
  5. Pick one and tap on Add Widget. 
    add-widget
  6. You can now view and even move around the widget on your home screen. 
    tiktok-widget

Meanwhile, there are also third-party sources to change your app colors and icons on your iPhone. However, we don’t recommend using such methods since they can cause apps to crash and bring potential viruses. 

how-to
Grishma Ghale
  • LinkedIn

As a veteran Apple user, Grishma Ghale is a fan of its products and loves to write about anything iOS/macOS. Besides that, she also writes about other platforms she enjoys, like Windows, Netflix and other productivity software. At TechNewsToday, she tests with multiple Apple or Windows devices and software to write about only the verified solutions for your ease. She has a total of 7 years of experience as a Content Writer/Editor and a Master's Degree in Literature under her belt. It was around 3 years ago that she ventured into learning and writing about Tech. It's because she believes it's almost a necessity, given our relationship with technology today. During leisurely hours, she indulges in afternoon tea while writing poems and short stories, journaling, and reading books. She’s also a coffee lover, a croissant connoisseur, and a singer - a self-proclaimed one of course. You can contact her at grishma@technewstoday.com

Related Posts

samsung-galaxy-not-turning-on

Samsung Galaxy Not Turning On? Try These Fixes

January 9, 2023
phone-goes-straight-to-voicemail

My Phone Goes Straight to Voicemail – How to Fix it?

December 29, 2022
how-to-screen-record-on-android

How to Screen Record on Android?

December 26, 2022
how-to-block-a-number-on-android

How to Block a Number on Android?

December 22, 2022
how-to-tell-if-your-phone-has-been-hacked

How to Tell if Your Phone Has Been Hacked?

December 16, 2022
restore-contacts-from-google

How to Restore Contacts From Google

December 16, 2022
Add A Comment

Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

Latest Posts
Memory-Compression

What is Memory Compression in Windows? Should You Enable or Disable It

March 1, 2023
dism-vs-sfc-vs-chdsk

DISM, SFC, CHKDSK: What’s the Difference

February 28, 2023
bios-settings-for-gaming

Best BIOS Settings for Gaming

February 16, 2023
You may also like
how-to-restart-hp-laptop

8 Ways to Restart HP Laptop

March 7, 2023
Error-Code-409

How to Resolve “Error Code: 409” in Browser

March 7, 2023
windows-failed-to-start

Fixed: Windows Failed to Start A Recent Hardware or Software Change Might Be The Cause

March 7, 2023
Recommended
Cookie Clicker Garden Guide

Cookie Clicker Garden Guide to Unlocking Every Seed

September 26, 2021
monitor no signal

Computer Turns On But Monitor Says No Signal (9 Ways To Fix)

November 10, 2022
Facebook Twitter Pinterest
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Our Team
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Privacy Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure
© 2023 TechNewsToday, editor@technewstoday.com | Tech Central Pvt. Ltd.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.