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:
- Press Home button on watch
- Find and tap Find My Phone app
- Tap Ring
- Your phone rings loudly
- Tap Stop when found
Method 2 - Quick Settings:
- Swipe down from watch face
- Tap Find My Phone icon
- Phone starts ringing
Requirements
- Watch connected to phone via Bluetooth
- Within Bluetooth range (~30 feet / 10 meters)
- Phone powered on
Galaxy Wearableapp 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
Quick Access
Add Find My Phone to your Quick Settings panel for one-swipe access. Swipe down from watch face, tap Edit, and add the icon.
See Also: How to Connect|How to Pair