How to change Featured Photos on iPhone (and on the widget)
You cannot hand-pick Featured Photos, but you can steer them. Here are the settings that actually change what your iPhone shows.
The fix
3 ways to change what is featured
- 1
Remove a photo you do not want.
In the Photos app or on the Photos widget, touch and hold the photo and tap Remove from Featured Photos.
- 2
Feature a person less.
Touch and hold a photo of them and choose Feature This Person Less. The exact wording can vary by iOS version.
- 3
Favorite the photos you want to see.
Open a photo and tap the heart. Favorites are more likely to be featured in Memories and the widget.
The fix
Turn Featured Photos off completely
- 1
Open Settings › Apps › Photos.
- 2
Turn off Show Featured Content.
This stops Featured Photos and Memories in the Photos app and on the widget.
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose exactly which photos are featured?
No. Featured Photos are picked automatically. You can remove photos, tell Photos to feature a person less and mark favorites, which strongly influences what it picks.
How do I stop a certain person appearing in Featured Photos?
Touch and hold one of their photos in Featured Photos or the widget and choose Feature This Person Less. You can also hide their photos from the People collection.
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