The inline widget is probably the most minimal widget you can add to your iPhone Lock Screen.

It sits beside the date and above the clock, giving you a small space to keep something useful visible without adding much clutter.

Here are four simple ways to make use of it.

1. Life Dots

Life Dots helps you visualize how quickly time passes.

Its inline widget can show how much of the current year has passed as a percentage, keeping that reminder visible whenever you check the date and time.

It’s a simple way to remind yourself to make the most of your time.

2. Notion Calendar

Notion Calendar has a clean inline widget for showing your next event along with its time.

You can quickly see what’s coming up, like “1–2PM Video editing,” without opening your calendar app.

If you already rely on your calendar to plan your day, it’s a useful piece of information to keep beside the date.

3. Peek Message

Peek Message lets you add a short piece of text beside the date on your Lock Screen.

Use it for a reminder, phrase, quote, or anything else that fits in a few words.

Every time you check your Lock Screen, that message stays visible.

4. Pushr

Pushr helps you track your push-ups throughout the day.

Its inline widget shows how many push-ups you’ve completed, so you can quickly check your progress from your Lock Screen.

If you have a daily push-up goal, seeing your current count can motivate you to keep working toward it.

Final thoughts

The inline widget doesn’t give you much space, but the right information can still make it useful.

Whether it’s your progress through the year, your next event, a few words to remember, or your push-up count, sometimes a quick glance is all you need.