- Press and hold the Side button.
- Continue holding the Side button until the Power Off slider shows up on screen.
- Slide the red and white Power icon from left to right. Your Apple Watch should power down.
- Wait about 15 seconds.
- Press and hold the side button again to restart your Apple Watch.
Why this works:
Many minor software issues can be resolved by something as simple as a quick restart. Taking the time to try this step now could save you from some more in-depth troubleshooting down the line.