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Apple is introducing significant changes to the watchOS platform with the upcoming release, including a new intelligent and customizable widget-based user interface. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of using Apple Watch widgets, editing them, and more.
A Fresh Approach with watchOS 10
Apple considers watchOS 10 a “landmark update” that offers users a fresh approach to quickly accessing information through redesigned apps, a new smart stack for displaying relevant widgets, and delightful new watch faces.
Key Features of the Widget UI
One of the notable features of the new widget UI is its quick accessibility from any watch face. The widgets automatically adapt and reorder to display timely information based on the user’s context.
Understanding Widget Types and Pinning
Widgets on Apple Watch occupy half of the screen and come in two types: single-app widgets that utilize the entire widget area and customizable widgets that can be configured with three additional apps. Despite being a smart stack, users can manually “pin” widgets they wish to keep in place.
Using Apple Watch Widgets in watchOS 10
If you’re running watchOS 10 on your Apple Watch, you can access the widget interface by swiping up or swiping right on the screen (Control Center is accessed via the side button in watchOS 10). Swipe or scroll to view all the widgets in your smart stack. Tap and hold a widget to enter editing mode.
Customizing Widgets and Adding New Ones
In the editing mode, you can customize widgets by tapping the red “-” icon to remove them or tapping the “+” icon at the top to add new ones. The smart stack automatically adapts throughout the day based on context, but you can manually reorder and pin widgets by using the yellow pin icon that moves widgets to the top and keeps them there. At the bottom of the interface, you’ll find the “All Apps” button to view all your installed apps.
Exploring the Interface
The date and time at the top of the widget UI cannot be customized. You’ll see basic customization options when editing a widget, including adding new widgets using the “+” icon and deleting or pinning individual widgets using the respective icons.
Customizing the Triple Complication Widget
The triple complication widget at the bottom of the interface can also be customized and pinned to the top of the smart stack if desired.
Stay Tuned for Updates
In the early beta stage, adding a complication widget appears not currently available. Here is a guide: How to Install watchOS 10 Beta: A Step-by-Step Guide
What are your thoughts on the new widgets in watchOS 10? Feel free to share your opinions in the comments section. Thank you for reading our guide on using Apple Watch widgets in watchOS 10!
