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How to Find Your Phone with Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro can make your phone ring loudly to help you locate it—even if the phone is on silent.


How to Use Find My Phone

Method 1 - App:

  1. Press Home button on watch
  2. Find and tap Find My Phone app
  3. Tap Ring
  4. Your phone rings loudly
  5. Tap Stop when found

Method 2 - Quick Settings:

  1. Swipe down from watch face
  2. Tap Find My Phone icon
  3. Phone starts ringing

Requirements

  • Watch connected to phone via Bluetooth
  • Within Bluetooth range (~30 feet / 10 meters)
  • Phone powered on
  • Galaxy Wearable app installed on phone

Ring Behavior

  • Rings at maximum volume regardless of phone settings
  • Works even if phone is on silent or vibrate
  • Continues for about 1 minute
  • Can stop from watch or phone

Samsung Find My Mobile

For Samsung phones, additional features are available via findmymobile.samsung.com:

  • Locate phone on map
  • Remote lock
  • Display message on lock screen
  • Erase data remotely

Troubleshooting

Phone won't ring:

  • Check Bluetooth connection
  • Ensure phone is powered on
  • Move closer to phone's location
  • Restart watch and try again

Out of range:

  • Feature only works within Bluetooth range
  • Move around to get closer
  • Check phone isn't dead

See Also: How to Connect|How to Pair