How to make all iPhone icons transparent
iOS 26 update allows users to turn all iPhone icons transparent, creating a unique Liquid Glass effect.
iOS 26 and the complete change in interface
Apple brings a completely new look on iOS 26 with a transparent effect called Liquid Glass. The entire system of native application icons is redesigned, and users can customize to make the icons transparent. This is considered the most powerful change to the iPhone home screen since Apple added widgets.
How to make all iPhone icons transparent
Users can perform operations right on the main screen:
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen until the icons shake.
SelectEditin the upper left corner.
PressCustomize(custom)
SelectClear, this is the third option in the icon style list.
Default modeLightwill be pre-selected, but you can switch to Dark or Auto to automatically change according to your iPhone's light-dark mode.
If you want to go back to the colorful icon, just repeat the steps above and selectDefault.
Other options
In addition to Clear, iOS 26 also adds an upgraded version of Tinted with three modes: Light, Dark, and Auto. Thanks to that, users can freely personalize the home screen according to their aesthetic taste.
Not only iPhone, iPadOS 26 also allows similar customization. iPad users can create multiple home screens, each screen has its own icon style. Widgets on the screen also synchronize the Clear effect.
On macOS Tahoe 26, Apple added Clear and Tinted options for app icons for the first time, in addition to the Dark option. Users can enable it in Settings > Appearance > Icon & Widget style.
Transparent icons create a modern feel, especially on the iPad when combined with widgets. While the loss of color makes it harder to recognize apps, many consider this to be Apple's boldest change in interface design in years.
