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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.
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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
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.
- Swipe up on your Apple Watch face.
- This will open the Apple Watch Control Center.
- Your battery charge level will appear as a percentage inside a gray battery icon.
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.