Using Ring Live View widgets

With Ring Live View widgets, you can access Live View on your Ring Video Doorbells and Security Cameras with just a tap, right from the home screen of your smartphone or tablet.

Ring Live View widgets appear as tiles on your home screen, with each widget displaying the name and image of a chosen device.

Note: Ring Live View widgets are available with the Ring app (version 5.58 on iOS and version 3.58 on Android). Please make sure your app and operation system are up-to-date to use this feature.

How to set up Ring Live View widgets

For iOS, see Apple's How to add and edit widgets on your iPhone or follow these steps:

1. Tap and hold the home screen until the icons wiggle.
2. Tap the

   plus (+)

   in the top left corner, tap

   Search Widgets

   and type

   Ring Live View

   .
3. Here, you can swipe between widget options and sizes. When finished, tap

   Add widget

   and place it anywhere on your home screen. (

   Note:

   Your Ring Live View widget will select one of your Ring devices by default. To choose a different device, follow the steps below on how to edit Ring Live View widgets).

For Android, see Google's Add apps, shortcuts & widgets to your Home screens or follow these steps:

1. Tap and hold an empty space on the home screen.
2. Tap

   Widgets

   and search for

   Ring

   (or press and hold the

   Ring app

   and select

   Widgets

   ).
3. Press and hold the widget, then drag and place it anywhere on the home screen of your choice.
4. Choose one of your Ring devices for instant Live View access.

How to edit Ring Live View widgets

1. Tap and hold the widget.
2. Tap

   Edit

   .
3. Choose a different doorbell or camera for instant Live View access.
4. Tap outside the widget to exit.

Note: If you want instant Live View access for multiple devices, you will need to add one Ring Live View widget per Ring device.