How to add a custom wallpaper folder in MacOS

How to add a custom wallpaper folder in MacOS?

MacOS provides many beautiful wallpapers for users to choose from, but some users may want to add their own wallpaper folders. If you still want to add a custom wallpaper folder in MacOS, please follow these steps.

Step 1: Create a custom wallpaper folder.

First, you need to create your own wallpaper folder and name it "CustomDesktopPictures" or whatever you like. Copy or move the desired wallpaper image to this folder.

Step 2: Access the system folder.

Press "Shift" and "Command" and "G", then enter "/Library/DesktopPictures/" in the pop-up box and press "Enter". This will open the DesktopPictures folder in the MacOS system folder.

Step 3: Create symbolic links

In the "DesktopPictures" folder, select the custom wallpaper folder and press the "Control" key, then select "MakeAlias" to create a symbolic link.

Step 4: Rename symbolic links

Click the symbolic link, and then press "Enter" to rename the symbolic link to the name you want. Remember, in this step, you only name symbolic links, not your custom wallpaper folder.

Step 5: Select a custom wallpaper folder.

Now, open the desktop and screen saver in system preferences and select the folder tab. In the folder location drop-down menu, select the symbolic link you just created, and select the image you want to display on the desktop.

Your custom wallpaper folder has been successfully added to MacOS. You can add or delete wallpaper images as needed, or change the folder name and symbolic link name.

In a word, adding a custom wallpaper folder can make it easier for you to manage and use your own wallpaper pictures in MacOS. You can add your own wallpaper folder quickly and conveniently by following the above steps.