Here’s how to turn your Galaxy Watch 5 on and off using the buttons or via the settings panel. Also learn how to force the clock to restart, in case it is stuck or with a frozen screen making it impossible to access the shutdown options.
Galaxy Watch 5 is a smart one for analyzing exercise patterns, managing health, and also allowing you to use a variety of apps conveniently. Once paired with your cell phone, you can make calls and even play music.
How to turn on Galaxy Watch 5?
Hold down the “Home” button for a few seconds until the logo appears.
Hold down the “Home” button for a few seconds until the logo appears.
If this is your first time turning on your watch or if it has been reset, follow the onscreen instructions to download and install the Galaxy Wearable app on your phone.
How to turn off Galaxy Watch 5?
Method 1 At the same time, hold down the “Home” button and the “Back” button and select “Shutdown”.
Method 2:
On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the “Power Off” icon.
How to force restart my Galaxy Watch 5?
Use these steps if your watch is frozen and/or if it has stopped responding to any on-screen commands.
- Simultaneously press and hold the “Home” and “Back” buttons for more than 7 seconds.
- Release the 2 buttons as soon as the watch screen goes blank.
- That is all!
How to turn off Galaxy Watch 5 by pressing just one button?
You can set the watch to turn off by just pressing and holding the Home button. See how to do it by following the steps below:
- Go to the Apps screen.
- Tap “Settings” (gear icon).
- Tap on the “Advanced Features” option.
- Tap “Custom Keys”.
- Tap “Hold under Home Key”.
- Finally, select “Off Menu”.
After making this change, you will be able to power off your Galaxy Watch 5 by pressing the home button only.
