# waai — Avoid icons and make wallpaper

> Create custom wallpapers by precisely positioning images on a guide screen. (iPhone/iPad app by Masahiro Ikeda.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waai/id1551924499 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Masahiro Ikeda](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551911934)
- Category: Utilities, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 90 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2021-02-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waai/id1551924499/reviews.md

## What is waai?

I want to use my favorite image as wallpaper, but I can't paste it properly because icons are hindering the view...
This app will help you out!
While looking at the guide image created based on the iPhone/iPad home screen, you can move it around to create an image at a position where it looks good, and set it as the wallpaper.

 - Parallax effect can be turned on or off.
 - Supports iPad landscape orientation.

## Key features

- Custom wallpaper creation
- Icon obstruction avoidance
- Precise image positioning
- iPhone/iPad home screen guide
- Parallax effect toggle
- iPad landscape support

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waai/id1551924499/reviews.md

### 5/5 — きれいに合わせられる

*2022-03-13, version 1.4.1*

推しキャラの画像を壁紙にする時に簡単にきれいに合わせられるのでいいと思います

### 4/5 — 着眼点がいい

*2021-09-29, version 1.4.0*

壁紙にしたい画像をアイコンと被らないように微調整出来るという、かゆいところに手が届くアプリです。

類似アプリとしては「壁紙ぴったん」が挙げられますが、こちらは自前のスクリーンショットをガイド画像とすることでウィジェットにも対応しており、拡張性に富んでいます。

気になる点としては、

画像サイズに関わらず、画面目一杯に拡大・縮小されます。その為、上下への調整が出来ません。

サイズの大きな画像を指定すると落ちます。4851×7495の画像を指定したら問答無用で落ちてしまいました。

アプリ内で画像を指定する必要があります。写真のアクションボタンからwaaiに転送することは出来ません。

不満の方が長くなってしまいましたが、目の付け所は素晴らしくダウンロードして損はしないアプリだと思います。

## Frequently asked questions about waai

### How does waai help me set wallpapers?

waai assists you in creating custom wallpapers by providing a guide image that mimics your device's home screen. You can then move and position your chosen image precisely to avoid icons and achieve the desired look.

### Can I turn off the parallax effect in waai?

Yes, waai allows you to toggle the parallax effect on or off. This gives you control over how your wallpaper interacts with device movement.

### What devices does waai support?

waai is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It also specifically supports iPad landscape orientation for a better user experience.

### Is waai free to use?

Yes, waai is available for free. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core wallpaper creation features.

### Does waai have ads?

No, waai does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy creating wallpapers without any interruptions from ads.

### When was waai last updated?

The latest version of waai was released on September 26, 2023. This indicates the app is actively maintained by its developer.

### What is the age rating for waai?

waai has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children.

### Can waai be used to hide icons permanently?

waai is designed to help you position your wallpaper so that icons do not obstruct your preferred image. It does not permanently hide device icons.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.0 — 2023-09-26

Added functions, UI Improvement, etc
- Compatible with iPhone 15 series

### 1.5.2 — 2022-10-09

UI Improvement, etc
- Compatible with iPhone 14 series

### 1.5.1 — 2022-07-23

UI Improvement, etc
- Added Shutter sound ON/OFF setting
- Added maximum zoom magnification ratio setting
- Added progress indicator when loading an image
- Modified menu structure
- Added analysis function by Google Analytics (Privacy and Policy also changed)

### 1.5.0 — 2022-06-22

Now It's Free! Of course No Ads.

### 1.4.2 — 2022-03-23

Compatible with new iPhone/iPad models released on 2022/3
(iPhone SE 3rd, iPad Air 5th)

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## More apps by Masahiro Ikeda

- [Holotaimu](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holotaimu/id1581270864)

All apps by Masahiro Ikeda: https://appshunter.io/developer/1551911934

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