To mirror your Apple Watch to your iPhone and control it directly from your phone's screen, you need to enable the Apple Watch Mirroring feature within your iPhone's Accessibility settings.
This feature allows you to see exactly what's on your Apple Watch display on your iPhone. You can then use touch gestures, accessibility features like Voice Control or Switch Control, and other controls on your iPhone to interact with your Apple Watch.
What is Apple Watch Mirroring?
Apple Watch Mirroring is an accessibility feature that displays a real-time feed of your Apple Watch screen on your iPhone. This is particularly useful for users who may find it easier to interact with a larger display or utilize iPhone's accessibility tools to control their watch. It provides a seamless way to access and manage your watch directly from your phone.
Compatibility Note: Apple Watch Mirroring is available on Apple Watch Series 6 and later.
How to Enable Apple Watch Mirroring
Enabling Apple Watch Mirroring is a straightforward process found within your iPhone's Settings. Follow these steps to turn on the feature:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Scroll down and tap on Accessibility.
- Under the 'Mobility' section (or similar grouping depending on iOS version), tap on Apple Watch Mirroring.
- Toggle the switch to turn Apple Watch Mirroring on.
Once enabled, a mirrored display of your Apple Watch should appear on your iPhone's screen, allowing you to interact with it using your iPhone.
Summary of Steps
Here is a quick overview of the path to enable this feature:
- Go to:
Settings - Tap:
Accessibility - Tap:
Apple Watch Mirroring - Toggle:
On
Using this feature makes accessing apps, notifications, and settings on your Apple Watch more convenient through your iPhone's interface.
