How to Add Widgets to iPad Lock Screen

With the release of iPadOS 17, currently accessible via developer beta and expected to be fully available this fall, Apple now lets iPad users add widgets to the lock screen. The users can add any widget, from weather and stock information to calendar events, to the lock screen on their iPads. If you’ve been eagerly waiting for this functionality, learn how to add widgets on the iPad lock screen and how they work.

Things to Remember

How to Add & Customize iPad Lock Screen Widgets

How to Add & Customize iPad Lock Screen Widgets

  1. Unlock your iPad andlong presson the lock screen.

Note: Swipe down from the top to pull down theNotificationpanel andlong presson the lock screen wallpaper, if you have an iPad with Touch ID.

  1. Here, tap theCustomizebutton at the bottom to tweak the current lock screen. Or, press the “+” icon to create a new lock screen.

  2. Then, tap theLock Screenwindow.

  3. Now, tap theAdd Widgetbutton below the clock in portrait orientation to bring up the widgets panel.

  4. For landscape orientation, tap theAdd Widgetbutton in the rectangular box to the left.

  5. You will see a list ofsuggested widgetsat the top of the widgets panel, followed by the list of apps for which you can add widgets on the lock screen.

  6. Now, select the preferred widget and tap it to add it to the iPad’s lock screen. Alternatively, you can drag and place a widget on the lock screen.

How Do Lock Screen Widgets Work on iPad

How Do Lock Screen Widgets Work on iPad

Earlier available to only iPhone users, Apple now allows you to add your favorite app widgets to the iPad lock screen in both portrait and landscape orientations. You can view live cricket scores, track your real-time steps, and even check out the latest weather conditions.

Alongside widgets, Apple has also added support for Live Activities to the iPad, which can show live information like sports scores or time until an Uber driver arrives in a notification tile on the lock screen. While you are here, we also suggest checking outhow to get rid of split screen mode on iPad.

iPad Models Compatible with iPadOS 17

Here’s the complete list of iPadOS 17 compatible iPads:

Vikhyat Rishi

Vikhyat has a bachelor’s degree in Electronic and Communication Engineering and over five years of writing experience. His passion for technology and Apple products led him to Beebom, where he specializes in writing App features, How To’s and app troubleshooting guides for fellow Apple users. When not typing away on his MacBook Pro, he loves exploring the real world.

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