The Apple Watch is one of the most popular smartwatches you can wear on your wrist. But what if it is not working properly? The Apple Watch can experience problems and errors that cause it to malfunction. The common solution for all of these is to reset the watch.
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Although taking your Apple Watch or any other device to an Apple Store is usually considered a last resort, a simple reset can fix the problem on your watch. Below you will see how to reset your Apple Watch.
You should keep in mind that resetting your Apple Watch will erase all data from the device. To perform a reset on your Apple Watch, you should back up important data and information first.
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Plug your Apple Watch into the power outlet and then follow the steps listed below:
- Press and hold the side button until you see the power button in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Press and hold the digital crown until you erase all content and settings.
- Tap Reset , then tap Reset again to confirm.
- Wait for the process to complete.
- You will now be asked to set up your Apple Watch. You can set it up as new or restore it from a backup.
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How to reset Apple Watch using an iPhone
- Keep your Apple Watch and iPhone close together.
- Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, then tap the My Watch.
- Tap General > Reset.
- Tap Erase Apple Watch Content and Settings , then tap it again at the bottom of the screen to confirm. You may need to enter your Apple ID password.
