Apple introduces Liquid Glass transparency controls in iOS 27

Apple has introduced new customization options in iOS 27 to manage the transparency of its Liquid Glass design language. Users can now adjust the level of transparency using a new slider located in the Appearance section of the Settings app. This slider allows for a spectrum of options ranging from ultraclear to fully tinted, moving beyond the binary choice of clear or tinted surfaces available in previous versions.

For users seeking to eliminate transparency entirely, the Reduce Transparency setting within the Accessibility menu remains available. This feature turns see-through backgrounds into solid surfaces to improve contrast and readability. These updates address long-standing user feedback regarding the readability and aesthetic of the glassy panels used in the operating system.