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How do I shut off my Apple Watch?

Published in Apple Watch Basics 2 mins read

To turn off your Apple Watch, you need to access the power options. Here's how:

Steps to Power Off Your Apple Watch

  1. Press and Hold the Side Button: Locate the side button on your Apple Watch, which is the elongated button on the right side of the watch, opposite the Digital Crown. Press and hold this button.

  2. Wait for the Sliders: After holding the side button for a few seconds, you will see a screen with sliders appear. This includes the "Power Off" slider, as per reference material: 'Press and hold the side button until the sliders appear.'

  3. Slide to Power Off: On the screen, you'll see the "Power Off" slider. Tap and drag this slider from left to right. Your Apple Watch will then begin to shut down.

  4. Watch Shutting Down: Once you drag the slider, your watch will display the power off animation, and the screen will go dark, indicating the device is off.

Turning Your Apple Watch Back On

If you wish to turn your Apple Watch back on, follow these steps:

  1. Press and Hold the Side Button: Press and hold the same side button you used to power it off. The side button is on the right of your device.
  2. Apple Logo: Keep holding the side button until you see the Apple logo appear on the screen. This indicates that your device is powering back on. Reference material also stated 'Hold down the side button until the Apple logo appears'.
  3. Watch Boots Up: Once the Apple logo disappears, your watch will continue to boot up, and you will see the watch face when it's finished.


Action Step
Power Off 1. Press and hold the side button. 2. Drag the "Power Off" slider.
Power On 1. Press and hold the side button. 2. Wait for the Apple logo to appear.


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