How do I set an album as my watch face?

Answered by Douglas Hiatt

To set an album as your watch face on Apple Watch, you can follow these steps:

1. Begin by opening the Photos app on your iPhone. This is where you will select the album you want to use for your watch face.

2. Once in the Photos app, navigate to the album that contains the photos you want to set as your watch face. You can create a new album if needed by tapping on the “+” symbol and selecting the photos you want to include.

3. Once you have selected the album, tap on the share button located in the bottom left corner of the screen. This button is represented by a square with an arrow pointing upward.

4. Swipe from right to left if necessary to find and tap on the option that says “Create Watch Face.” This will open a new menu where you can customize your watch face.

5. In the “Create Watch Face” menu, you will have various options to choose from. You can select the type of face you want to create, such as a photo watch face, kaleidoscope watch face, or an album watch face.

6. Choose the “Album” option to set your selected album as your watch face. This will display a grid of photos from your chosen album.

7. Customize your new album watch face by selecting the specific photo you want to use. You can swipe left or right to scroll through the photos in your album, and tap on the one you want to set as your watch face.

8. After selecting the photo, you can further customize the watch face by choosing additional options like complications, colors, or complications placement. These options may vary depending on the type of watch face you selected.

9. Once you are satisfied with the customization, tap on the “Add” button located at the top right corner of the screen. This will set your chosen album photo as your watch face.

10. Your Apple Watch will automatically sync with your iPhone, and the new watch face will be applied. You can check your watch to see how the album photo appears on the screen.

By following these steps, you can easily set an album as your watch face on Apple Watch. It allows you to personalize your watch and have your favorite photos displayed as a constant reminder on your wrist. Enjoy customizing your watch face with your cherished memories!