How to add Snapchat camera to iPhone lock screen

With iOS 18 you can add Snapchat to your iPhone lock screen.
 By 
Elena Cavender
 on 
An iPhone screen with Snapchat added to the lockscreen.
Credit: Snapchat

Keeping your Snapchat streak going on iPhone is easier than ever before.

With iOS 18 you can now switch out the Flashlight and Camera shortcuts on your lock screen for any of over 50 options, including Snapchat's camera. With the shortcut, you can quickly take photos and videos for Snapchat with the tap of a button. But you need to unlock your phone to edit or send Snapchats.

Here's how to add the shortcut.


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Total Time
  • 1min
What You Need
  • iPhone
  • Snapchat
  • iOS 18

Step 1: Hold down on your lock screen

Step 2: Select "Customize"

Step 3: Tap "Lock Screen"

Step 4: Select either the Flashlight or Camera icon

Tap whichever shortcut you want to be replaced by Snapchat.

Step 5: Hit the + icon

Step 6: Scroll through the options or use the search bar to find Snapchat and select it

Step 7: Tap "Done"

Topics iPhone Snapchat

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Elena Cavender

Elena is a tech reporter and the resident Gen Z expert at Mashable. She covers TikTok and digital trends. She recently graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in American History. Email her at [email protected] or follow her @ecaviar_.

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