How to use the flashlight on Apple Watch

You can use the flashlight on Apple Watch to light up a door lock or nearby objects, choose a light mode, and adjust its brightness.

By Abigail Shilets - Staff Writer
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You can use Apple Watch to shine a light on a door lock at night, alert others when you’re out for an evening run, or illuminate nearby objects.

There are three modes: steady white light, flashing white light, or steady red light. You adjust the brightness by turning the Digital Crown.

Here’s how to use the flashlight on Apple Watch.

Turn on the flashlight

  1. Press the side button to open Control Center on Apple Watch.
  2. Tap the Flashlight button.
  3. Do any of the following:
    • Change the light: Swipe left or right to choose a mode—steady white light, flashing white light, or steady red light.
    • Adjust the brightness: Turn the Digital Crown.

Turn off the flashlight

Do any of the following:

  • Press the Digital Crown.
  • Swipe down from the top of the watch face.

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Abigail is a staff writer for GeeksChalk based in Pennsylvania. She covers news, how-tos, and user guides for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Before becoming a writer Abigail studied computer science at University and also worked at Apple for more than two years. When not creating masterpiece for GeeksChalk, you can usually find Abigail hiking, climbing, or otherwise unplugged.
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