iOS 26 Liquid Glass icons — how to get the stunning new look on your iPhone

1. Access the homescreen customization menu

Long-press anywhere on your iPhone's homescreen or lockscreen until you see options appear.

Tap the Edit button that appears in the top-left corner of your screen, then the Customize menu option.

This opens the menu where you can change your homescreen appearance and access the new Liquid Glass options.

2. Select your preferred Liquid Glass style

There should now be a menu at the bottom of your screen showing Light, Dark, Tinted, and Clear options.

Tap Clear to access the Liquid Glass settings. This is where you'll find all the transparency options for your app icons.

3. Switch between Liquid Glass modes

Select from the three Liquid Glass options: Clear Light, Clear Dark, or Clear Auto. Clear Light makes icons completely transparent, while Clear Dark keeps some original colors with the glass effect.

Choose Clear Auto to automatically switch between light and dark modes based on the time of day.

4. Change back to regular icons anytime

To return to normal app icons, repeat the same steps by long-pressing your homescreen, tapping Edit, and selecting Default.

You can experiment with different looks until you find what works best for your wallpaper and personal style.