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The return of swiping: How to enable it in watchOS 10.2

Milan Jovicic by Milan Jovicic
December 13, 2023 - 16:04 CET
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watchOS 10.2 Swipe

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Using the Apple Watch has never been easier or more convenient than with the latest update, watchOS 10.2. In addition to exciting new features like Siri integration for logging health data, there is a very welcome return: the ability to easily switch between Apple Watch watch faces. Below I will show you how to enable and use this feature in watchOS 10.2.

For many long-time Apple Watch users, simply switching between watch faces was a familiar way to effortlessly switch between different configurations. But with the launch of watchOS 10, this handy feature unexpectedly disappeared. This sparked a wave of discontent among Apple Watch owners. Thankfully, Apple has listened to the feedback and responded with the recent watchOS 10.2 update, which brings back the ability to swipe.

watchOS 10.2: How to change watch faces by swiping

Enabling simple swipe in watchOS 10.2 is straightforward. Here are the steps to enable this feature:

  • Open the Settings app on your Apple Watch: To get started, simply tap the Settings icon on your Watch home screen.
  • Scroll down and select “Clock”: In the settings you will find a list of options, select “Clock” here.
  • Enable the "Swipe to switch watch faces" setting: In the watch settings, you'll find the "Swipe to switch watch faces" option. Enable it by tapping the switch next to this option.
  • Once this setting is enabled, you can switch between your watch faces by simply swiping left or right from the edge of the screen. Apple has made it easy to navigate between different configurations without having to long press and swipe on the watch face.

This feature is a significant relief for users who appreciate the convenience of the Apple Watch. It allows faster access to important information and makes the watch more user-friendly overall.

Conclusion

With the watchOS 10.2 update, the popular feature of easily switching between watch faces on the Apple Watch returns. Although it is disabled by default, you can easily enable it in the settings to enjoy the full usability of your watch. The restoration of this feature is proof that Apple listens to the feedback of its users and strives to constantly improve their experience. Now you can effortlessly navigate between your watch faces and use your Apple Watch even more efficiently. Are you looking for new accessories? Then take a look in our Amazon Storefront - there you will find numerous products from leading providers, also for HomeKit and Co.! (Photo by Unsplash / Daniel Romero)

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Milan founded Apfelpatient in 2016 and has been responsible for all editorial content since 2018 – news, rumors, how-to guides and product reviews. Here, Apple devices aren't review units kept for two weeks, they're everyday tools: from iPhone to MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and iMac all the way to Apple Vision Pro, at least one device from every product category is in daily use, many of them replaced every year. Every menu path in a guide is checked on the device before it goes live.

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