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How to Transfer Calls From Your Apple Watch to Your iPhone

You can start a call on your Apple Watch and finish it on your iPhone.

By Emily Price Emily Price Writer Harvard University The University of North Carolina at Greensboro Emily Price is a former freelance contributor to Lifewire and a freelance tech writer who focuses on emerging technology. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on May 9, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Smart Watches & Wearables Eco Tech Electric Vehicles Working From Home Headphones & Ear Buds Smart Home Smart Watches & Wearables Travel Tech Connected Car Tech iPods & MP3 Players

What to Know

#1: Before you answer a call on the Apple Watch, tap the More menu (3 dots) and select Answer on iPhone.#2: After you answer a call on the Watch, on the iPhone select the green bar indicating an ongoing phone call.If you can't find your phone, swipe down on the Apple Watch face and tap the phone icon to ping the phone. This article explains the two ways you can transfer calls from your Apple Watch to your iPhone. It includes information on how to ping the phone when you can't locate it.

How to Transfer a Call from Apple Watch to iPhone Before You' ve Answered the Call

The Apple Watch is great for taking and receiving hands-free calls, but sometimes it's better to talk on a handset. There are two ways to switch a call from your Apple Watch to your iPhone, depending on whether or not you have already accepted the call or how you feel about putting your caller on hold. You can transfer a phone call from your Apple Watch to your iPhone before you've answered it. When you have an incoming call, select the More button (...). Select Answer on iPhone to put the caller on hold until your retrieve your iPhone. On your iPhone, accept the call as you would any other.

How to Transfer a Call from Apple Watch to iPhone After You' ve Answered the Call

You can also transfer a phone call after you've answered it. This method does not require putting your caller on hold. It is useful if you want to continue talking to your caller while you locate your iPhone. Answer an incoming call on your Apple Watch. On your iPhone, select the green bar on the top of the display indicating an ongoing phone call. The call will be transferred from your Apple Watch to your iPhone. Continue the conversation on your iPhone. There is no need to "hang up" the call on your Apple Watch. If you're having trouble finding your iPhone while on a call, swipe up on the watch face and select the ping button represented by an iPhone with vibrating lines. Your iPhone will emit a noise to help you locate it. This feature works even if your phone is set to silent. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Make Phone Calls With the Apple Watch How to Use Apple Watch With Siri 9 Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Apple Watch How to Unpair Apple Watch How to Record a Phone Call on iPhone How to Use Apple Watch How to Reset Your Apple Watch How to Pair and Connect an Apple Watch With a New iPhone How to Remove Apps from Apple Watch How to Set Alarm on Apple Watch How to Back Up Your Apple Watch How to Block No Caller ID Calls on iPhone How to Answer a Call on a Samsung Galaxy Watch How to Make Phone Calls With Your HomePod How to Use WhatsApp on Your Apple Watch How to Use Maps on the Apple Watch Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies