Last Updated on September 9, 2025 by Bestusefultips
In this article, we’ll teach you step-by-step how to add widgets to lock screen on Google Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, and 10 Pro Fold. Easy to customize widgets directly to your Pixel 10 lock screen. Get quick access to essential information like the clock, weather updates, upcoming calendar events, music controls, and more, all without unlocking your device. You can add or remove widgets from the lock screen on your Google Pixel devices running the latest version of Android 16. Anyone can view widgets on your lock screen, even if your device is locked.
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Apply the settings below to a personalized and productive lock screen experience on the Google Pixel 10 series.
How to Enable Lock Screen Widgets on Pixel 10 Series
Make sure to enable widgets on the lock screen settings on your Pixel devices. To enable widgets on the lock screen, go to Settings > Display & touch > Widgets on lock screen in the Appearance section > Toggle on Widgets on lock screen.
Additionally, you can set when to show widgets automatically on your Pixel while charging or when it is upright and charging.
Access Widgets from Lock Screen: Lock your Pixel 10 device and swipe from right to left to access the lock screen widgets.
Adding your favourite widgets (weather, calendar, clock, and more!): You can add or remove the widgets here.
How to Add Widgets:
Long-press on the lock screen widget screen > Add widgets in the top left corner > Tap on Featured or Browse (We Selected) at the bottom middle > Tap your favourite widgets category name from the list (We Select Battery) > Tap on the Widget > + Add > Done at the top right corner.
Now, see how widgets look on your Google Pixel 10 lock screen.
How to Remove Widgets:
Lock your device > Swipe the screen from right to left to access the lock screen widgets > Long-press on the widget you want to remove from the lock screen > Remove in the top left corner > Done in the top right corner.
Customizing widget size and placement: You can change the widget’s position by long-pressing it and moving it anywhere on the lock screen. Also, long-press the widgets and move the dots icon to increase or decrease widget size on your lock screen.
Tips for Optimizing Google Pixel 10 Lock Screen for Efficiency and Style (Advanced Tips)
- Only add widgets that provide essential information at a glance, such as contextual information like weather alerts and calendar events.
- Set the notification settings to only display crucial alerts on your Pixel lock screen. You can choose to hide sensitive content or silence notifications from less important apps to reduce distractions while working.
- Set a minimalist wallpaper can make widgets stand out, while a vibrant one might require more transparent or subtle widget designs. You can use the built-in weather effects to make your wallpaper visually engaging, such as rain, snow, or sun.
Easy to add widgets to your Google Pixel 10 lock screen. Do you like these new lock screen widget settings on your Pixel devices? Please share your thoughts in the comments section below.
