I like to keep my Apple Watch fresh with new watch faces. It’s the first thing I see when I check the time, so I want it to match my style and mood. Sometimes I go for something simple. Other times, I choose a photo that makes me smile. Changing my watch face is quick, and I don’t need to be a tech expert to do it.
Whether I switch it straight from my watch or use my iPhone, the process is easy. I’ll walk you through the steps so you can do it too. Let’s get started.
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The Quickest Way I Change My Apple Watch Face
I like switching up my watch face to match my style. It only takes a few taps, and I can do it in seconds.
- Press the Digital Crown to go to the watch face.
- Firmly press the screen until it vibrates slightly.
- Swipe left or right to look through different faces.
- Tap New (+) to create a fresh look.
- Turn the Digital Crown to scroll through options.
- Tap the watch face I want to use.
- Adjust colors and complications if needed.
- Press the Digital Crown again to save.
That’s it! My watch gets a new look in no time.
Changing My Apple Watch Face Right from My iPhone
Sometimes I prefer setting up my watch face from my phone. It’s fast, easy, and lets me see all my options in one place.
- Open the Watch app on my iPhone.
- Tap the Face Gallery tab at the bottom.
- Scroll through and pick a watch face that I like.
- Customize the colors, complications, and style to match my mood.
- Tap Add to send the face to my Apple Watch.
- Go back to the My Watch tab.
- Under My Faces, rearrange or delete faces as needed.
That’s it! My Apple Watch updates instantly.
My Photos, My Style: Setting a Picture as My Watch Face
I love making my Apple Watch feel more personal. Using my favorite photos as the background makes it even better.
- Open the Photos app on my iPhone.
- Pick a photo that makes me smile.
- Tap the share icon at the bottom.
- Choose Create Watch Face from the menu.
- Select Photos Watch Face for a simple look or Kaleidoscope Watch Face for a fun effect.
- Adjust the time position and add complications if needed.
- Tap Add to set the photo as my watch face.
Now, every time I check my watch, I see a photo I love!
A New Look Anytime: Changing My Apple Watch Face Without My iPhone
I don’t always have my phone with me, but that doesn’t stop me from switching up my watch face. It’s simple and takes just a few seconds.
- Press the Digital Crown to bring up my current watch face.
- Firmly press the screen until I feel a slight vibration.
- Swipe left or right to scroll through available faces.
- Tap New (+) to add a different look.
- Turn the Digital Crown to browse face options.
- Select the one I like best.
- Customize colors and complications if I want.
- Press the Digital Crown again to save.
Now, my watch has a fresh new look instantly!
Making My Apple Watch Series 7, 8, or 9 Truly Mine
I like to keep my watch face fresh, especially on my newer Apple Watch models. Switching things up is easy, and I can do it anytime.
- Press the Digital Crown to access my watch face.
- Firmly press the screen until I feel a slight tap.
- Swipe left or right to scroll through different faces.
- Tap New (+) to create a fresh look.
- Turn the Digital Crown to browse through options.
- Tap the watch face I like best.
- Customize colors and complications to match my style.
- Press the Digital Crown again to save my changes.
Now, my watch has a look that fits my mood!
Tweaking the Time Display on My Apple Watch
Sometimes I like my watch to show a few extra minutes ahead. Changing the display time is simple and only takes a few taps.
- Open the Settings app on my Apple Watch.
- Scroll down and tap Clock from the list.
- Select Set Watch Face Time to adjust the display.
- Turn the Digital Crown to set the time ahead.
- Tap Set to confirm the new display time.
- Note: This only changes what I see, not the actual timekeeping.
Now, my watch helps me stay ahead of schedule!
Giving My Apple Watch SE a Fresh Look
My Apple Watch SE has plenty of faces to choose from. Changing them is quick, and I can do it right from my wrist.
- Press the Digital Crown to access my watch face.
- Firmly press the screen until the watch vibrates slightly.
- Swipe left or right to browse different face options.
- Tap New (+) to add a new one.
- Turn the Digital Crown to scroll through choices.
- Select the one that matches my style.
- Adjust colors and complications as needed.
- Press the Digital Crown again to save.
That’s it! My watch gets an instant refresh.