<p>In this episode of <em>iOS Today</em>, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard demonstrate how to customize iPhone lock screens, exploring everything from widgets and fonts to Focus mode integration and automation. They also tackle a viewer question about triggering Mac actions from an iPhone using Keyboard Maestro.</p><ul> <li>How to access lock screen customization by long-pressing while unlocked</li> <li>Exploring different lock screen styles including astronomy, emoji, weather, and colour options</li> <li>Customizing widgets in the top date/time area for quick information access</li> <li>Changing time display options including fonts, colors, and number systems</li> <li>Adding up to four small widgets or two rectangular widgets below the clock</li> <li>Customizing bottom controls (formerly just flashlight and camera) with various app shortcuts and actions</li> <li>Integration with Focus modes to automatically change lock screens based on activity</li> <li>Tips for using Always-On Display settings, including hiding wallpaper for better battery awareness</li> <li>How lock screens connect to home screen layouts and Apple Watch faces for a cohesive experience</li></ul> <p>Shortcuts Corner</p><ul> <li>Kenny asks about running a Keyboard Maestro script to eject Time Machine drive remotely. Plus, an adorable pet tax!</li></ul> <p><strong>Hosts:</strong> <a href="https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent">Mikah Sargent</a> and <a href="https://twit.tv/people/rosemary-orchard">Rosemary Orchard</a></p> <p>Want access to the video version and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! <a href="https://twit.tv/clubtwit">https://twit.tv/clubtwit</a></p> <p><a href="https://twit.tv/clubtwit">Club TWiT</a> members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the <a href="https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize">Club TWiT Discord</a>.</p> <p>You can also contribute to <em>iOS Today</em> by sending an email to <a href="mailto:iOSToday@TWiT.tv">iOSToday@TWiT.tv</a>.</p>
Source: https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today/episodes/735
Published: 2025-01-16 11:00:00