How to Change the Name and Icon of an App on Your iPhone Using Shortcuts

Learn how to customize your iPhone app's name and picture with the Shortcuts app in just a few simple steps.

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To change the name and picture of an app on your iPhone: Unfortunately, you can't directly change the app name or icon through iOS settings. However, you can use the Shortcuts app to create a custom shortcut with your desired name and picture. Open Shortcuts, tap +, select Add Action, Open App, choose the app, then tap the three dots, add to Home Screen, set your custom name and icon, and you're done!

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I change the default app icons on my iPhone? No, you can't directly change default app icons, but you can create custom shortcuts to achieve a similar effect.
  2. What is the Shortcuts app on iPhone? The Shortcuts app allows you to automate tasks and create custom shortcuts for various functions on your iPhone.
  3. How do I add a shortcut to my home screen? Open the Shortcuts app, select your shortcut, tap the three dots, then choose 'Add to Home Screen' for easy access.
  4. Is it possible to change only the name of an app on iPhone? You cannot change just the app name; you must create a custom shortcut for both the name and the icon.

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