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How do I get the watch screen to open when I raise my arm?

How do I get the watch face to open when I raise my arm?

Apple Watch Series 6, watchOS 7

Posted on Oct 5, 2021 3:19 PM

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Posted on Oct 5, 2021 3:23 PM

Make sure you are not in Theater Mode. This setting turns on Silent Mode, and the screen stays dark until you tap or press a button. See:

Use Control Center on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Also make sure you have the wrist orientation set to the correct wrist:

Change language and orientation on Apple Watch - Apple Support


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Oct 5, 2021 3:23 PM in response to Luv4189

Make sure you are not in Theater Mode. This setting turns on Silent Mode, and the screen stays dark until you tap or press a button. See:

Use Control Center on your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Also make sure you have the wrist orientation set to the correct wrist:

Change language and orientation on Apple Watch - Apple Support


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