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How to Use the Apple Watch App Store

Download apps right from your wrist

By Rob LeFebvre Rob LeFebvre Associate Editorial Director, News UCLA California State University, Northridge Rob LeFebvre is the Associate Editorial Director, News for Lifewire. He has been a technology writer for more than 12 years with articles appearing in 148Apps, Cult of Mac, Engadget, and more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on March 7, 2021 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

Tap the Digital Crown, then tap the Apple Watch App Store icon. Use the Digital Crown or your finger to scroll featured apps.Tap a category to see more apps. Tap the Search box, Dictation, or Scribble to search for an app. Then, tap Done.Select an app to learn more about it. To download an app, tap Get or the price. Double-click the side button to install the app. This article explains how to access the Apple Watch App Store on watches running watchOS 6 or later. You can view and download apps right from your wrist instead of having to use the iPhone as an intermediary. Lifewire / Rob LeFebvre

How to Use the Apple Watch App Store

If your Apple Watch isn't already running the latest watchOS version, you'll first need to use your iPhone to update your Apple Watch system software. Raise your wrist to activate your Apple Watch and click the Digital Crown to view your apps. Tap the Apple Watch App Store icon to open the App Store. Use the Digital Crown or your finger to scroll through featured apps and curated lists, or tap a category to see more apps. Use the Search box to find a specific app or to search by keyword. Tap Dictation to speak your search term and then tap Done when you're finished. Or, tap Scribble to use the Apple Watch's handwriting recognition system to search. Tap Done when you've entered your search term. Tap an app you want to learn more about. You'll see its icon, a Get button (or a paid app's price), a short description, its star rating, and preview images. Scroll down to see a longer About description, developer information, and an update log. Tap Ratings & Reviews, Version History, Information, Supports, and Privacy Policy for more detailed information. To download an app, tap Get. For paid apps, tap the price. Double-click the side button to install the app. If prompted, enter your Apple ID and password. You'll see new your newly installed Apple Watch app on the Watch's app grid or list. Tap the app to launch it. If you search for an app you've already downloaded on any of your devices, you'll see the "download from cloud" button familiar to iOS App Store users. While it's not quite as full-featured as the App Store on the iPhone, the Apple Watch App Store makes it easy and convenient to find apps for your wearable. How to View Apple Watch Activity on a Mac or MacBook 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 Close Apps on an Apple Watch How to Connect the Fitbit App to Apple Watch How to Set Alarm on Apple Watch How to Reset Your Apple Watch How to Use Maps on the Apple Watch How to Control F on iPad How to Remove Apps from Apple Watch How to Unpair Apple Watch How to Use the Apple TV App Store How to Use Apple Watch With Siri How to Hide the Red Dot on Apple Watch How to Use WhatsApp on Your Apple Watch How to Use Google Assistant on iPhone How To Use the Apple App Store on iPhone How to Make Phone Calls With the Apple Watch How to Use the Apple Watch Control Center 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