How to set up a new Apple Watch

Got a new Apple Watch but not sure where to start? Quantrimang.com will walk you through the entire setup process to pair your Apple Watch with your iPhone, and provide some general tips to help you get started.

Pair Apple Watch with iPhone

To get started, grab your Apple Watch and turn it on once it’s on your wrist. You can do this by pressing the Side button on your watch until you see the Apple logo.

Before you begin the setup process, you should charge your Apple Watch to 100%. Especially if you need to install software updates, the whole process can be time-consuming and drain the battery.

When you're ready, bring your Apple Watch next to the iPhone you want to pair with. Tap Continue when you see the Apple Watch pop-up on your iPhone screen.

Next, choose whether you want to set up your Apple Watch for yourself or a family member. The latter option is designed for kids or adults to use a cellular-enabled Apple Watch without an iPhone all the time.

Once complete, a unique animation will appear on your Apple Watch screen. You can point your iPhone camera at this animation and align the watch screen with the viewfinder to begin the initial pairing process.

If the automatic pairing process doesn't start, don't worry. After making sure that Bluetooth and WiFi are turned on on your iPhone, tap the "i" icon in the corner and select your region and language.

Then, follow the onscreen instructions for both your Apple Watch and iPhone to complete the manual pairing process.

Customize your Apple Watch experience

Now it's time to tweak your wearable to your preferences and use cases. To start, if this is your first Apple Watch, you'll select Set Up as New Apple Watch .

If you've used the watch before, select Restore from Backup . Your iPhone should have backed up your Apple Watch data automatically if you had it before. If your watch needs a software update, it's installed in this section of settings.

If Find My isn't turned on on your iPhone for some reason, you'll be prompted to turn on Activation Lock. This helps protect your wearable from being used by others and will help you find your Apple Watch if you lose it.

For added security, the next step is to create a four- or six-digit passcode for your watch. Once set, your Apple Watch will lock whenever you take it off. Enter the passcode to unlock it when you put it back on your wrist.

A passcode is required to store Apple Pay information on the watch, but you can skip this step if you don’t want to use the one-tap payment system in physical stores. But it’s easy to add cards to Apple Pay on Apple Watch.

You can also adjust the text size on your Apple Watch screen and make it bolder for easier reading. Follow the on-screen prompts to set up automatic watchOS features and updates like SOS and Activity.

Finally, you can choose whether to install all Apple Watch-compatible apps from your iPhone or install them one at a time. If you’re new to Apple Watch, it’s best to install them one at a time so you don’t get overwhelmed and can focus on what’s best for you.

The sync process will now begin. Make sure to keep your Apple Watch close to your iPhone. When it's done, you'll hear a chime and feel a tap from your Apple Watch. Press the Digital Crown to start using your watch.

How to Find the Best Apple Watch Apps

Apple Watch apps are a little different than iPhone and iPad apps. Because of the Apple Watch’s small screen, it can’t do everything other Apple devices can. Some of the best apps take advantage of the watch’s power as both a communication device and a fitness tracker.

To find apps, select the App Store app on your watch. You can browse some of Apple’s feature-rich apps, search with the watch keyboard, or dictate with your voice. And that’s just one of the many tips for mastering the App Store on your Apple Watch.

If this is your first smartwatch, consider installing some great Apple Watch apps for beginners.

Using watch faces and complications

Now that you've finished setting up your Apple Watch, it's time to personalize your Apple Watch a little and make it your own. Watch faces and complications are the two main ways to customize your watch.

Since the Apple Watch is primarily a great way to keep track of time, the watch face is the screen you’ll be most familiar with. Luckily, Apple offers a great selection of watch faces that combine graphics and data.

You'll find everything from simple dials to more ornate options that showcase art, astronomy, and more. Quantrimang.com has covered some of the best custom Apple Watch faces that can help your wearable stand out.

Another way to make your Apple Watch truly personal is to use complications, which are little snippets of information from apps. They can show specific information like sports scores or how many unread emails you have.

While there are many different options, here are some of the best complications for Apple Watch to get started. Depending on the watch face you choose, you can take advantage of a number of complication options and sizes.

Combining custom watch faces with complications you love can help make Apple Watch an important part of your daily routine.

With just a little time and effort, you can get your Apple Watch up and running just the way you want. With the initial setup out of the way, you can experience all that Apple's wearable has to offer.