How to Use AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch

As someone who has used AssistiveTouch on iPhone for a long time and finds it really useful for performing various tasks with ease, I am excited to get AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch. Thanks to its ability to perform multiple operations with quick movements, it has brought a new dimension to watchOS. While this Accessibility feature was developed with people with limb differences in mind, anyone can get the most out of this handy tool to perform certain tasks like summoning Siri, pressing the side button, and even paying with Apple Pay. So, if you want to set up and use AssistiveTouch on your Apple Watch and also customize it to your preference, let me help you get started.

How to Enable and Use AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch

A gesture-based tool, AssistiveTouch offers a ton of customization. It also provides the flexibility needed to match each gesture to a specific action. But before going that far, it would be better to check the requirements and find out how it works on Apple Watch.

What Are the Requirements to Get AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch?

AssistiveTouch has arrived in watchOS 8. So, to be able to use this Accessibility feature, make sure your Apple Watch is running watchOS 8 or later. As for hardware requirements, AssistiveTouch Apple Watch SE supports Apple Watch Series 6 and later.

How AssistiveTouch Works on Apple Watch

Designed for people with limb differences, AssistiveTouch allows you to perform many actions with hand gestures or tilting the smartwatch. Using accelerometer, gyroscope and optical heart rate sensors, this Accessibility feature can work efficiently in sync with movements. Here are some of the most notable actions you can take using AssistiveTouch on your watchOS device:

• Press Digital Crown
• Forward/Backward
• Faucet
• Accessing the Action Menu
• use Apple Pay
• Accessing Notification Center/Control Center
• Access Slot
• Show apps
• Activate Siri
• Scroll up/down
• Vertical/horizontal scrolling
• Auto scroll with the help of the Digital Crown

Set Up AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch

one. watch app on your paired iPhone. Now make sure My Watch tab It is selected in the lower left corner of the screen. After that scroll down and select Accessibility.

2. Now, tap . Assistive touch and turn on the toggle for Assistive touch.

Enable AssistveTouch Gestures on Apple Watch

Hand gestures are an integral part of AssistiveTouch. So make sure it’s enabled.

1. Start watch app on your iOS device -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.

2. Now, tap . Hand gestures and then turn on the switch next to it Hand gestures. There are four gestures you can perform on your watchOS device:

• Pinch: Tap index finger for thumb.
• Double Pinch: Quickly double-tap the index finger for thumb.
• to squeeze: Make a fist with your hand.
• Double Squeeze: Quickly clap your hand into a fist twice.

Customize AssistiveTouch Gestures on Apple Watch

The hand gestures are fully customizable so you can adjust them to your own convenience.

one. watch app on your iOS device -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch -> Gestures.

2. under Customize Gestures section, you have four options:

• Pinch
• Double Squeeze
• to squeeze
• Double Squeeze

Now select the gesture you want and then choose your preferred action from the various options. For example, you can use the pinch gesture to access the control center and even summon Siri.

3. You can perform Activation Movement After the screen is turned on to enable AssistiveTouch. Tap on it and then select preferred Activation Gesture like Double Clench and Double Pinch. Be sure to hold the key next to it. Visual Signal enabled.

4. At the bottom of this screen Quick Actions this allows you to double-pinch to perform the quick action (a certain task) or double-pinch to close. tap on Quick Actions Select the option and then make sure it is enabled. Also, I recommend keeping it. Auto-Scroll Full Notifications transition is on.

Customize AssistiveTouch Gesture Marker on Apple Watch

With Gesture Pointer, you can control your Apple Watch by tilting the smartwatch up and down and side to side.

1. Open Watch the app on your iPhone -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.

2. Now, tap . Motion Marker.

3. You can set it on this screen. Assistive touch motion pointer precision, activation time, motion tolerance, hot edges, and dwell control.

• To adjust the motion pointer sensitivity, drag the slider left/right. Dragging the slider to the left allows you to decrease the sensitivity, while dragging the slider to the right allows you to increase the sensitivity.
• To fine-tune the Activation Time, Use the “+” and “-” button.
• To set the motion tolerance, choose one of three options as follows: Low, Medium and High.
• To customize the hot edges of the motion marker, tap the preferred edge as below. Top, Bottom, Left or Rightt and then select the desired action from the available options.
• Specifically, Standby Control allows you to: Enable “Shake to Start” option and also customize the timer action action (Action Menu and Tap Point).

Customize AssistiveTouch Scan Style on Apple Watch

For enhanced control, AssistiveTouch supports both automatic and manual scanning. It also allows you to adjust the speed of the automatic scan.

1. Open watch app on your iPhone -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.

2. Now, tap . Scan Style.

3. Here you have two options to choose from:

• Automatic: In this browsing style, actions are automatically highlighted one by one so that you can perform your tasks faster.
• Manual: It offers the convenience of using gestures to move between gestures depending on your needs.

If you choose Auto Scan, you will be given the option to choose from three auto scan speeds as follows: Slow, Medium and Fast.

Customize AssistiveTouch View on Apple Watch

If you want to customize AssistiveTouch more, I recommend changing the color.

1. Open watch app on your iPhone -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.

2. under Appearance section, turn on the toggle high contrast. then tap . Colour and then select the color you want Assistive touch.

Customize AssistiveTouch Menu on Apple Watch

You can also customize the AssistiveTouch menu on your Apple Watch. For example, you can select favorite actions, adjust the size of the Action Menu, and even set the auto scroll speed.

1. Open Watch the app on your iPhone -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.

2. Now, tap . Customize Menu and then tweak Assistive Touch menu according to your needs.

Use AssistiveTouch to Confirm Payments on Apple Watch

You can use AssistiveTouch on your Apple Watch or when you need to double-click the side button to confirm purchases with Apple Pay.

1. Open Watch the app on your iPhone -> Accessibility -> AssistiveTouch.

2. under Side Button Confirmation section, tap Enable Confirmation with AssistiveTouch. then tap . Continue on Apple Watch to approve.

Tips for Using AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch

Here you got it! This is how you can set up and customize AssistiveTouch on your Apple Watch. In terms of functionality, I found AssistiveTouch quite intuitive. Both hand gestures and the Motion Ponter function work very reliably. The best part about it is the wide range of customization that allows you to fine-tune all gestures for a more personalized experience. So, what would you like to say about AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch? Be sure to take your feedback in the comments section below.