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How to Send Your Heartbeat on Apple Watch

Show someone you care with a Digital Touch message

By Jennifer Allen Jennifer Allen Writer Swansea University, Staffordshire University Jennifer Allen has been writing about technology since 2010. Her work has appeared in Mashable, TechRadar, and many more publications. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 2, 2020 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

Watch: Tap Messages, tap a recipient, and tap the Digital Touch icon. Tap and hold two fingers to the screen until the heart appears and beats.iPhone: Open Messages and tap the recipient. Tap the message field. Select the Digital Touch icon. Tap and hold two fingers to the canvas.Release your fingers to send the message. This article explains how to send your heartbeat to a family member or loved one via the Apple Watch's Digital Touch feature. You can only send heartbeats to Apple Watch and iOS device owners. This feature isn't supported by Android devices.

How to Send a Heartbeat on Apple Watch

When sent, the heartbeat makes a distinctive image on your recipient's text. Tap Messages on the home screen of your Apple Watch. Tap the conversation or person you wish to send the heartbeat to, and then tap the Digital Touch icon. Tap and hold two fingers to the screen until the heart appears and starts to beat. Take your fingers off the screen to instantly send the message. Want to send a broken heart instead? Drag your fingers down the screen before releasing them. Caiaimage / Trevor Adeline / Getty Images

How to Send a Heartbeat on iPhone

The iPhone doesn't have a heart rate monitor, but you can still send your heartbeat through Messages. Open Messages and tap the conversation or person you wish to send the heartbeat to. Tap in the message field, and then select the Digital Touch icon. Tap and hold two fingers to the canvas displayed at the bottom of the screen. Release your fingers to send the message. Your heartbeat is on its way. 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 Send Voice Messages on iPhone How to Send iMessages With iPhone Text Effects How to Send Voice Messages on WhatsApp How to Message on Tinder How to Draw on iMessage With Digital Touch What Is the 'i' Icon on the Apple Watch? How to Close Apps on an Apple Watch How to Send Your Location on Android How to Forward a Text Message to Email How to Send Email to Bcc Recipients in iPhone Mail How to Text on the Apple Watch How to Use Apple Watch With Siri How to Remove Apps from Apple Watch How the Apple Watch Can Help Keep Seniors Safe How to Send a New Email With iPhone Mail App 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