How to Use Control Center on Apple Watch

Step by step

1. 10 sec

   Open Control Center

   Ensure your watch face is currently active. Press the side button once to reveal the Control Center menu on any screen.

   Note: On older versions of watchOS, swipe up from the bottom of the screen instead.
2. 30 sec

   Toggle System Settings

   Tap any icon to modify your device status. Icons with blue backgrounds indicate active features such as Wi-Fi, Silent Mode, or Focus modes.

   Note: Icons will turn grey when the associated feature is disabled.
3. 30 sec

   Scroll for More Options

   Use your finger to scroll down or rotate the Digital Crown to view additional tiles. You can access settings for AirPlay, Find My, and Battery percentage from this view.

4. 1 min

   Edit Control Center Layout

   Scroll to the bottom of the Control Center list and tap Edit. Drag the handle on each icon to rearrange them or tap the minus sign to remove unused buttons.

   Note: Tap Done when finished to save your new configuration.
5. 10 sec

   Dismiss Control Center

   Press the side button again or swipe down from the top of the screen to close Control Center. You will return to your previously active app or watch face.