Smart watches are gaining ground in the current market, their main attraction being their small size. With these little pieces of hardware we can carry a device on the wrist discreet and functional, which will allow you to read or reply to WhatsApp messages, which makes it an ally in any field.
However, they also serve as complement to our personal smartphone since, among other functions, some models allow us to install applications. Apple has created its own version of this concept. Therefore, in this article we will teach you how to force quit an application on Apple Watch in case it crashes.
How to force quit an app on Apple Watch with WatchOS 5
Before we begin, we would like to clarify that the closing background applications on these devices does not increase battery life.
This is because the way the clock manages and executes processes is different from the way cell phones do it. Therefore, if there are ten applications or just one running in the background, the power consumption will be the same. Now, let's get down to business.
Applications designed for Apple devices are generally well optimized. But sometimes, some of them can get stuck, so it's important to know what applications you have installed, for when that happens. This can have a number of reasons.
The most common is a error loading cache files, which causes problems when trying to open it. Therefore, to restart an application so that it loads correctly, follow these steps:
- Go to the application that is generating the error.
- Press and hold the power button. This is the oval shaped button located on the side of the watch case. This will open a menu with several options: switch off the device, check the medical data and make an emergency call.
- Press and hold the digital crown until the application in question is closed.
At the end of the process you can restart the application. In most cases, the problem is solved by this method. However, if you are still unable to use the app, the error is likely due to the app itself and not the Apple Watch.
Therefore, it is convenient to check if a new version of the application is available, in which the developer has fixed bugs reported by users. In case of unavailability, the last option is to contact the author of the application and inform them of your situation. You'll likely start working on a updating that solves the problem. But you may also find that you can customize Apple Watch faces with your iPhone to fix the error.
How to force quit an app on Apple Watch in previous versions of WatchOS
It is always advisable to update to the latest version of the operating system that a device manufacturer offers us. These add security patches, improve the visual appearance of the interface, and incorporate new functions or improve existing ones.
In the case of the Apple Watch, developers add new functions with each new generation of the operating system. Furthermore, they fix some bugs, such as what to do if the watch does not turn on or overheats, or any other error that the interface presents.
Therefore, if you haven't updated your device to the latest version yet, we recommend that you do so. However, we will show you how to force quit an app in an older version of WATCH. The process is very similar to the latest version, but with some variations. To perform this process, perform the following steps:
- Press and hold the power button on Apple Watch until the power off menu appears.
- Press the power button again until the faulty application closes. If you have successfully completed the process, you will be able to start the application again.
