If you are new to the Apple Watch family, or if you have been part of it for a while but still have not figured out how to remove apps from Apple Watch, worry not because this article will explain how to remove and delete those unwanted apps quickly.
To remove an app from your Apple Watch home screen, you need to press the Digital Crown, select the ”Edit Apps” option and then press the delete button; this will be marked with an “X”. You will need to confirm your choice by selecting “Delete App” and then pressing on the digital crown to finish the process.
Below you will be able to read detailed steps on how to remove apps from Apple Watch, as well as a few other essential things you need to know regarding app management on your Apple Watch, so be sure to stick to the end!
Removing Apps From Apple Watch
Because Apple smartwatches are constantly upgrading and progressing, it can be hard to follow all the changes and keep track of the new and improved options and features. Therefore, it is no wonder when people are unsure how to remove apps from Apple Watch or do another task that might sound simple but, in reality, can be a bit more complicated.
That’s why, motivated by the many ambiguities people have regarding this topic, we decided to write this article and gather every piece of essential information regarding the Apple Watch app management you might need.
You will be able to read a detailed explanation of the two ways in which you will be able to remove unwanted apps from your Apple Watch.
How to remove apps from Apple Watch
Before you start the process of removing your app, we want to mention that the removal process can differ depending on how your apps are organized. If your apps are organized in a Grid View, you need to touch and hold the app you want to remove and press the “X” button to delete it.
On the other hand, if your apps are organized in a List View, you will need to swipe left on the app you want to get rid of and tap “Delete”. Finally, you must press the Digital Crown button to confirm your choice and completely delete the application. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- The first thing you will need to do is press the Digital Crown to see all the installed applications on the Home Screen of your Apple Watch.
- Touch and hold the app you wish to delete until the “View Options” screen appears.
- Tap the option “Edit Apps”, which will allow you to easily manage the apps.
- Find the app you want to remove and tap the delete button marked with “X”.
- Then, make sure to tap “Delete App” to confirm your choice.
- Lastly, press the Digital Crown again to finish.
How to delete apps on your Apple Watch with your iPhone
If you want to remove unwanted apps from your Apple Watch with the help of your iPhone, you can do that by following the few simple steps below.
- Find and launch the Watch App on your phone.
- Select and tap the “My Watch” tab.
- Find the “Installed on Apple Watch” section and then look for the application you want to delete.
- Next, tap the app itself and confirm your choice.
- Finally, turn off the “Show App” on Apple Watch.
How to delete pre-installed apps on Apple Watch
As some people are unsure whether you can delete preinstalled apps on Apple Watch, we want to confirm that you can. Just follow the simple steps below.
- Find the pre-installed app you want to delete, touch, and hold until it jiggles.
- Next, you must tap the “X” button to delete that particular app.
- To complete the deletion, press the Digital Crown on your Apple Watch or the Home button if you are using your iPhone.
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How to Turn Off the Automatic App Install
If you do not want all the Apple Watch-enabled applications that are on your iPhone to end up on your Apple Watch, which is the default setting, you can turn this setting off. This way, you can install any app you want manually through the new Apple Watch App Store on your iPhone.
- The first step you will need to do is to launch the Watch app on your iPhone.
- Check on the bottom left side of the screen and make sure that the “My Watch” tab is selected.
- To go to the settings, you will need to tap the “General” option.
- Find the “Automatic App Install” option and toggle the switch to the right to turn it off. Make sure that the previously green button turns gray-white.
By doing so, you will be turning off the automatic app install, and you will be able to save much more space on your Apple Watch since each app you install on your iPhone will not transfer to your Apple Watch. Therefore, if you are looking for a clutter-free Apple Watch, this is the way to go.
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How to Download Apps on Apple Watch
Below you will be able to read a step-by-step guide on how to download new applications on your Apple Watch which will fit your every need.
- Press the Digital Crown to open the Home Screen.
- Find and tap the App Store and then tap “Search” to explore the apps and find the app you want to install.
- If you want to learn a little bit more about a particular app before downloading it, tap on it.
- When you are sure that you want to install the app, select “Get”.
- You need to double-click the Digital Crown to start downloading and installing.
How to Reinstall an App on Apple Watch
In case you need to reinstall a certain app on your Apple Watch, you can read the directions below to familiarize yourself with the process.
- Open the App Store.
- Search the app and tap the cloud with a little arrow inside it.
- The app should get restored and appear on your Apple Watch again.
Conclusion
This article gives a detailed step-by-step explanation of how to remove apps from Apple Watch in the most effective way. Additionally, because we wanted to do a complete guide on managing your Apple Watch apps, we have included a step-by-step section on how to install new apps on your Apple Watch, as well as a detailed guide on how to retrieve the apps you may have accidentally deleted.