Change your PS5 wallpaper through Settings in three steps

You can change your PS5 wallpaper by going to Settings, selecting Themes, and choosing a new background image. The process takes less than a minute and gives you control over what appears on your home screen every time you turn on the console. Sony provides several built-in wallpapers, and you can also use custom images you have saved to your console.

The wallpaper you choose is stored locally on your PS5 — it does not sync across devices or require an internet connection to display. If you share your console with other users, each account can have its own wallpaper, so you can customize the look for different profiles without affecting anyone else's experience.

Key Takeaways

  • Access wallpaper settings by pressing the PS button, selecting Settings, then Themes, then select a new background image from the available options.
  • You can use any of Sony's built-in wallpapers or upload a custom image from your console's storage if you have saved one there.
  • Each user account on your PS5 can have a different wallpaper, so changes you make only affect your own profile.
  • Your wallpaper choice is stored on the console itself and does not require internet to display or sync to other devices.

Access the Themes menu from your home screen

Start from your PS5 home screen. Press the PS button on your controller — this is the large button in the center of the controller with the PlayStation symbol. A menu will appear at the bottom of your screen with several options.

Look for the gear icon labeled Settings and select it. The Settings menu will open. Scroll down until you see Themes listed in the menu. Select Themes and you will see all available wallpaper options for your console.

Choose from built-in wallpapers or upload your own

Sony provides several default wallpapers that come with your PS5. These include solid colors, abstract designs, and images featuring PlayStation characters and games. Scroll through the list and select any wallpaper to preview it on your screen before confirming your choice.

If you want to use a custom image, you can upload a photo from your console's storage. To do this, you need to have already saved an image file to your PS5 — either by transferring it from a USB drive or downloading it directly to the console. Once the image is stored on your PS5, return to the Themes menu and look for the option to select a custom image. Choose the image file you want and confirm your selection.

Confirm your new wallpaper

After you select a wallpaper, your PS5 will show you a preview of how it will look on your home screen. If you are satisfied with the choice, select Confirm or explore to save it. If you want to try a different wallpaper, go back and select another option.

Once you confirm your choice, the new wallpaper takes effect when ready. You will see it the next time you return to your home screen or turn on your console.

Understand how wallpapers work across multiple accounts

If your PS5 has multiple user accounts, each person can set their own wallpaper. When you change your wallpaper, it only affects the account you are currently signed into. Other users on the console will still see their own chosen wallpaper when they log in.

This means you can customize the look of your profile without changing what other family members or friends see when they use their accounts. Each wallpaper is tied to that specific user account and stored on the console.

Use custom images as wallpapers

To use a custom image as your wallpaper, the image file must already be on your PS5. You can transfer images to your console using a USB drive. Insert the USB drive into your PS5, go to Settings, select Storage, and look for the option to copy files from the USB drive to your console storage.

Supported image formats include JPG and PNG files. Once the image is saved to your PS5, return to the Themes menu and select the custom image option. Your PS5 will show you the images stored on the console, and you can choose which one to use as your wallpaper. The image will be resized to fit your screen properly.

Reset your wallpaper to the default if needed

If you want to go back to a default wallpaper after using a custom image, return to the Themes menu and select one of Sony's built-in options. Your previous custom image will remain stored on your console, but it will no longer be your active wallpaper.

You can change your wallpaper as many times as you want without any limit. There is no cost to changing it, and it does not affect your console's performance or storage in any meaningful way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use any image as a PS5 wallpaper?

You can use JPG or PNG image files that are already saved to your PS5. The image must be transferred to your console first, usually through a USB drive. Very large image files may not work, so stick to standard photo sizes.

Will my wallpaper change if someone else logs into my account on a different PS5?

No. Your wallpaper is stored on the specific console where you set it. If you log into your account on a different PS5, that console will show its own default wallpaper or whatever wallpaper was previously set on that machine.

Does changing my wallpaper affect my game saves or settings?

Changing your wallpaper only changes what appears on your home screen. It does not affect your game saves, account settings, internet connection, or any other console functions.

What happens if I delete a custom image from my PS5 storage?

If you delete an image that is currently set as your wallpaper, your PS5 will automatically switch back to a default wallpaper. You can then choose a different custom image or keep using one of the built-in options.

Can I schedule my wallpaper to change automatically?

The PS5 does not have a built-in feature to rotate wallpapers on a schedule. You can only manually change your wallpaper through the Themes menu whenever you want.