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Using the side button

Apple Watch Series 4 on watchOS 8.0.1

The side button of your Apple Watch has many different functionalities. Some of these functionalities include viewing your recent apps, quickly using Apple Pay or powering off your watch.

  1. Step 1/5

    Press the Side button to view recently used apps.

    The indicator is towards the right.
  2. Step 2/5

    Double-click the Side button to use Apple Pay.

    The indicator is towards the right.
  3. Step 3/5

    Press and hold the Side button to access power options.

    The indicator is towards the right.
  4. Step 4/5

    Press the Side button to return to the watch face.

    Note: From this screen, you can power off your Watch, view your Medical ID or use Emergency SOS.

    The indicator is towards the right.
  5. Step 5/5

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