## How to add Snapchat camera to iPhone lock screen – Mashable
Adding Snapchat to your iPhone lock screen lets you quickly access the camera for snapping a selfie, a quick video, or capturing the world around you. Whether you’re trying to create a cool story or just want to get to a specific feature, Snapchat has you covered with its versatile capabilities. However, the official Snapchat app does not directly provide a lock screen widget. Don’t worry, there are still some ways to get the camera in your face quickly from the lock screen without needing to unlock your iPhone.
**1. Use Siri Shortcuts**
If you’re on iOS 12 or later, you can utilize the magic of Siri Shortcuts to create a shortcut that quickly launches Snapchat’s camera. Follow these steps:
* **Step 1:** Open the Shortcuts app and tap on the “+” icon in the top right corner.
* **Step 2:** Search for “Open App.” Select “Open App” from the search results.
* **Step 3:** Choose “Snapchat” as the app to open.
* **Step 4:** Now you can assign a custom voice command to launch this shortcut by clicking on “Add to Siri.”
* **Step 5:** Once you’ve recorded your desired command, you can simply say this command to your phone while it’s locked to instantly open Snapchat and its camera.
**2. WidgetSmith for iPhone**
WidgetSmith is an app that lets you customize your iPhone’s widgets. This app gives you greater freedom in customizing the widgets’ appearance. To make your lock screen have a quick access to the camera, you can follow these steps:
* **Step 1:** Download and open the WidgetSmith app.
* **Step 2:** Create a new widget and choose the type of widget you want (e.g., “Small” or “Medium”).
* **Step 3:** Navigate to the “Custom” section and select “Action.”
* **Step 4:** In the “Action” options, tap on “Choose App” and select “Snapchat.”
* **Step 5:** You can customize the name or the icon for this action by tapping on the “Name” and “Icon” fields respectively.
* **Step 6:** Tap on “Save” to complete creating the widget.
* **Step 7:** Place the newly created widget on your Home Screen and then add it to the lock screen by tapping on “Edit” at the bottom of the screen and then “Customize” followed by tapping on “Add Widgets.”
**3. Third-party widgets and lock screen apps**
Numerous other third-party apps offer widgets and functionality related to accessing camera functionality on your lock screen. Explore these alternatives, as they might provide more specific camera access or integration with Snapchat. These include apps like Camera Shortcuts, SwiftCam, and more.
**Important Note:** The level of access and specific features you’ll encounter can vary greatly from app to app, so be sure to carefully read app descriptions, permissions required, and user reviews before installing and using any third-party apps.
With these tips, you’ll have Snapchat’s camera within arm’s reach on your iPhone lock screen, giving you instant access to capture those spontaneous moments! Don’t forget to try out these solutions and customize your phone experience to suit your preferences and needs.
