"Depth Wallpaper and Live Click" refers to a popular visual style (originally popularized by iOS) where the clock is layered behind the main subject of your wallpaper, creating a 3D-like effect. The settings and features work differently depending on whether you are using an iPhone or an Android device.
1. On iPhone (Native Feature)
How to use:
The iOS feature works natively through the "Depth Effect."
. Unlock and long-press: Long-press on the background of your lock screen.
. Add new: Tap the blue (+) button or customize an existing one.
. Select a photo: Choose a photo with a clear subject (person, pet, or building).
. Positioning: Use two fingers to zoom and move the image. If the image is positioned correctly, the clock will automatically move behind the content.
. Activate/Control: Tap the three dots (...) in the bottom right corner to ensure the Depth Effect is checked.
Key settings features:
. Layering: The clock intelligently moves behind the upper part of the content.
. Conflict with widgets: If there is a widget directly below the clock, you cannot use the Depth Effect; the system will prioritize the widgets and flatten the image.
. Perspective Zoom: You can turn the 3D tilt effect on or off.
2. On Android (using an app): Since this feature is not always natively available on stock Android (like Pixel), users typically use apps like Wallpaper and Live Click or KLWP.
How to use (via an app):
. Download: Install an app like Depth Wallpaper and Live Click (developed by Just New Designs or Trindos LLC).
. Choose a style: Browse through different categories (Nature, Abstract, Architecture). These apps provide pre-made layers where the clock is already integrated.
. Apply with one tap: Click "Apply" to set it as your lock screen and home screen.
. Custom editing: Most apps have an edit button to customize the clock.
. Live clock customization: Unlike iPhones, Android apps often allow you to change the clock's font, color, and size.
. Gyroscope effect: Advanced apps use your phone's sensors to move the wallpaper layers as you move your phone. *Clock positioning: You can manually move the clock to a specific "layer" (for example, below the mountains but above the clouds).
3. Samsung - (Good Lock) Samsung users can achieve a premium depth effect using the Good Lock app.
. Open Good Lock and download the LockStar or ClockFace module.
. Use the Gallery widget to add a "cutout" image above your clock.
. This will allow you to manually place a PNG (transparent background) image of a person or object above the clock widget.- Download