Struggling with iOS 26’s Liquid Glass? Here’s how to make it easier to read text on your iPhone

Apple iOS 26

Apple is betting big on Liquid Glass, the new visual language in iOS 26. The interface shimmers with layered transparency, reflections, and frosted effects. It’s striking, but not everyone is a fan. Some users find it distracting, others say it makes text harder to read. The good news: while you can’t switch Liquid Glass off entirely, you can soften its intensity with a simple setting.

Open Settings Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.

Go to Accessibility Scroll down and tap Accessibility.

Adjust transparency Select Display & Text Size. Here, look for Reduce Transparency and toggle the switch on. This makes menus and UI panels less see-through, improving contrast and legibility.

Extra tweak: customise Home Screen colours

Liquid Glass also reacts to your colour choices. To experiment:

•Long-press on your Home Screen until app icons start jiggling.

•Tap the Edit button in the top left corner.

•Select Customise from the pop-up menu.

•Adjust icon and background colours to see how they interact with the transparency effect.

iOS 26’s Liquid Glass look is here to stay, but you don’t have to endure visual fatigue. Reducing transparency strikes a balance — you keep the fresh, modern UI while making it more comfortable for everyday use. For those who customise their Home Screen, subtle colour tweaks can further tone down the intensity.