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How do you check Apple Watch battery levels? Here's the easiest way to check your Apple Watch battery percentage, find out how much battery life your Apple Watch has left, and know if you need to charge your Apple Watch.
Why You'll Love This Tip:
- Find your Apple Watch charge level with a single swipe.
- View your Apple Watch power reserve so you know whether you need to charge your Apple Watch or not.
How to Check Battery on Apple Watch with the Control Center
System Requirements
This tip works on Apple Watches running watchOS 10 and later.
Are you wondering, "How do I monitor the battery level on my Apple Watch?" Here's how to check Apple Watch battery life right from the Apple Watch Control Center in one easy swipe. For more great Apple Watch tutorials, like how to change your Apple Watch band, check out our free Tip of the Day.
- Press the Side button to open your Apple Watch Control Center.
![Press the Side button to open your Apple Watch Control Center.]()
- Your battery charge level will appear as a percentage inside a gray battery icon.
![Your battery charge level will appear as a percentage inside a gray battery icon.]()
Pro Tip
If you want to skip the extra steps, there's a way to see your Apple Watch battery on your watch face. You just have to pick an Apple Watch face that allows complications and select the Battery one.
Related: 12 Ways to Save Apple Watch Battery Life
This simple but effective Apple Watch battery trick will tell you if you have enough Apple Watch battery life to go for a hike or run without worrying about your watch dying or if you need to charge your Apple Watch. If you enjoyed this tip, you might also want to learn how to listen to audiobooks on Apple Watch.
