You can now generate custom wallpapers on the fly using the new Create Image action for Shortcuts. This feature leverages Apple Intelligence's Image Playground to transform simple text prompts into unique, high-quality images, giving you a powerful and personalized way to refresh your device's look with just a tap.
The new Create Image action is now available in the Apple Intelligence category within the Shortcuts app. This allows you to build workflows that generate images based on text prompts. By combining this with the Set Wallpaper action, you can create a seamless process for creating and applying new wallpapers to your Lock Screen and Home Screen without ever leaving the app.
For best results, specify the image dimensions in your prompt to match your iPhone's screen. For example, add 'Generate an image exactly 2796 x 1290 pixels of...' to the beginning of your prompt. This ensures the generated image fits your screen perfectly. You can also add more descriptive words to your prompts, like 'a serene ocean view at sunset' or 'a misty forest in the early morning,' to get more specific results.
Generating wallpapers with AI brings the power of Image Playground directly into your automation workflows. It offers a fast and incredibly flexible way to create personalized backgrounds for your device, either on-demand or through fully automated triggers. This feature transforms your iPhone from a static device into a dynamic canvas that can change to fit your style in seconds.