Display and Brightness Settings

From the watch face, hold Middle-left button, and select Watch Settings > Display & Brightness. You can also customize these settings for different situations, such as sleep and activities (Focus Modes).

Brightness

Sets the brightness level of the screen.

Text Size

Adjusts the size of the text on the screen.

Color Shift

Turns the screen to shades of red, green, or orange so that you can use the watch in low light conditions and help preserve your night vision or reduce eye strain. You can select Mode > Blue Light Filter to reduce the amount of blue light emitting from the watch. You can select Schedule to set the timing of the filters, such as Before Sleep Start.

Backlight On Alert

Turns on the screen when you receive a notification or alert.

Backlight On Gesture

Turns on the screen when you raise and turn your arm to look at your wrist.

Keys & Touch

Turns on the screen for button presses and screen taps.

Timeout

Sets the length of time before the screen turns off.

Touch

Enables the touchscreen. You can select Map Only to enable the touchscreen only on the map screen.

Touch Lock

Locks the touchscreen after the screen turns off. When this setting is enabled, you can swipe down to unlock the touchscreen.

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February 2026