How Do I Change the Button on My Apple Watch Ultra?

You can change the function of the customizable **Action button** on your Apple Watch Ultra directly from the Settings app on your watch.

The Apple Watch Ultra features a dedicated, programmable **Action button** on the left side of the case. This button is designed for quick access to a specific function you choose, making it easier to perform common tasks without navigating menus. You can customize what this button does with a single press.

## Understanding the Action Button

Unlike the Digital Crown or the Side button, the Action button is specifically designed for user customization. It's typically bright orange and is easily accessible, even while wearing gloves.

## Steps to Customize the Action Button

Changing the Action button's function is a simple process performed directly on your Apple Watch Ultra:

1.  **Open the Settings app** on your Apple Watch Ultra. You can do this by pressing the Digital Crown and finding the gear icon.
2.  **Scroll down** and tap on **"Action Button"**.
3.  On this screen, you will see options to configure the button's action.
4.  **Tap "Action"** to see a list of available functions.
5.  **Select the desired action** from the list.
6.  Depending on the action you choose, you might see further **options** (e.g., for a Workout, you might select a specific workout type). Configure these secondary options if available.
7.  Once you've made your selection, the Action button is now configured to perform that task when pressed.

## Available Actions for the Action Button

The specific actions you can assign to the Action button cover a range of activities, particularly those related to fitness, navigation, and utility. Based on the reference provided and general Apple Watch Ultra capabilities, common options include:

*   **Workout:** Quickly start a specific type of workout (e.g., Outdoor Run, Cycling).
*   **Stopwatch:** Launch or control the stopwatch function.
*   **Compass Waypoint:** Create a new Compass Waypoint at your current location.
*   **Backtrack:** Initiate the Backtrack feature to retrace your steps.
*   Flashlight
*   Depth (for diving)
*   Dive (to start a dive session)
*   Shortcut (run a custom shortcut you've created)
*   Control specific apps

You can explore the full list within the Action Button settings on your watch.

By following these steps, you can easily change what the Action button on your Apple Watch Ultra does, tailoring it to your most frequent activities.