problem wit step 3 of the instructions to reset apple watch: press and hold the digital crown

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gui_gil Author

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problem wit step 3 of the instructions to reset apple watch: press and hold the digital crown

Step 3 takes is like if you click on 'Back'

Put your watch on its charger and keep it there until you complete these steps.
Press and hold the side button until you see Power Off.
Press and hold the Digital Crown until you see Erase all content and settings.
Tap Reset, then tap Reset again to confirm.

Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 8

Posted on Mar 14, 2022 4:02 PM

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Dah•veed

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Mar 14, 2022 4:09 PM in response to gui_gil

How to erase your Apple Watch

On your Apple Watch, tap Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
Type your password if prompted.
For GPS + Cellular models, choose to keep or remove your cellular plan.
If you want to pair your Apple Watch and iPhone again, keep your plan.
If you don't want to pair your Apple Watch and iPhone again, remove your plan. If you aren't going to pair with a different watch or iPhone, you might need to contact your carrier to cancel your cellular subscription.
Tap Erase All to confirm. This resets your Apple Watch to the factory settings.

M1 Mac mini, macOS 12.3; Watch, series 5 GPS/cellular, watchOS 8.5; iPad Pro 2nd Gen, iPadOS 15.4; iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 15.4; TV 4th Gen, tvOS 15.4; HomePods, audioOS 15.4 and Airport Express w/ Airplay 2

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