Header Banner
gadgethacks.mark.png
Gadget Hacks Shop Apple Guides Android Guides iPhone Guides Mac Guides Pixel Guides Samsung Guides Tweaks & Hacks Privacy & Security Productivity Hacks Movies & TV Smartphone Gaming Music & Audio Travel Tips Videography Tips Chat Apps

How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone

Aug 10, 2014 09:34 PM
Colorful abstract wallpaper displayed on a tablet screen.

Finding a unique wallpaper can be extremely difficult, and even the most dynamic wallpapers become exhausted and boring to look at after a while. Searching for new, interesting wallpapers can become a tedious task, so instead, let's just make our own instead.

With a free wallpaper app from iOS developer Jan Peter, anyone can easily become a geometric artist and create works of art with the use of just one finger. This will work on any iOS 7.0 or higher iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch.

Install Crystals Wallpaper

Crystals Wallpaper is an app that makes creating unique designs extremely easy once installed. Best of all, it's free in the iOS App Store, with available in-app purchases for extra and premium styles.

Crystals Wallpaper app by Jan Peter

Select a Style

On the main interface, swipe to the right to expose your style options. You're provided with three free ones, and can purchase new designs with the in-app purchases starting at $0.99.

How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
Colorful abstract digital art thumbnails on a blue background.
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
Colorful abstract digital art thumbnails on a blue background.

Start Tapping

Every tap on the screen will spawn a new polygon shape and colors. Tap as much as you want and get creative with tap locations to create some intricate patterns.

How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
Colorful geometric pattern of pink and blue shapes.
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
Colorful geometric pattern of pink and blue shapes.

Save It or Share It

Pull the screen down to save or share. Once saved, set it as your new wallpaper.

Geometric black and white abstract design.
Colorful abstract geometric pattern in pink and blue.
Geometric black and white abstract design.
Colorful abstract geometric pattern in pink and blue.

Scrap It & Start Over

The amount of designs you can create are limitless, so just swipe the screen up and start new pattern.

How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone
How to Create Your Own Abstract, Polygon-Shaped Wallpapers for Your iPad or iPhone

Again, the app comes with three free designs, one of which is the Daily Style that changes on a daily basis. I can see myself purchasing one of the style packages and getting even more creative. Let us know what you think in the comments below.

You already know how to use your phone. With our newsletter, we'll show you how to master it. Each week, we explore features, hidden tools, and advanced settings that give you more control over iOS and Android than most users even know exists.

Sign up for Gadget Hacks Weekly and start unlocking your phone's full potential.

Related Articles

Comments

No Comments Exist

Be the first, drop a comment!