how to restart apple watch when the screen is frozen?

[jacksparrow]

My device is completely unresponsive and won't touch-register. What is the force-restart button combination for how to restart apple watch to get it working again?

 

[danisjohn]

If your Apple Watch screen is frozen, force restart it by pressing and holding both the side button and Digital Crown simultaneously for about 10–15 seconds. Release both buttons when the Apple logo appears. This will reboot the watch without erasing data, restoring normal functionality even when the screen is unresponsive.

 

[jamerober]

When your Apple Watch screen freezes, perform a force restart. Press and hold the side button and Digital Crown together for 10–15 seconds until the Apple logo appears. This safely reboots the watch, fixing unresponsive screens without affecting your data or settings.

 

[AnnP111966]

To restart a frozen Apple Watch, hold both the side button and Digital Crown simultaneously. Keep holding for about 10–15 seconds until the Apple logo shows. This forces a reboot, resolving the frozen screen while keeping all apps and data intact.

 

[AnnisHayma]

If the Apple Watch stops responding, a force restart helps. Press and hold the Digital Crown and side button together until the Apple logo appears, usually 10–15 seconds. This restarts the watch safely, fixing frozen screens without erasing personal data or settings.

 

[BrendanMal]

For a frozen Apple Watch screen, you need a force restart. Hold the side button and Digital Crown at the same time for 10–15 seconds. Release when the Apple logo appears. This restores normal function while protecting your data, apps, and settings from being lost.