How to Turn On Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
Press and hold the Home button (top right) for 3-5 seconds until the Samsung logo appears. Release and wait 30-60 seconds for the watch to boot completely.
First-Time Power On
Follow these steps when turning on your watch for the first time.
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Press Home button: Hold for 3-5 seconds until Samsung logo appears.
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Wait for boot: Watch takes 30-60 seconds to fully start up.
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Select language: Choose your preferred language when prompted.
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Continue setup: Connect to your phone via
Galaxy Wearableapp.
Waking from Sleep Mode
The watch enters sleep mode to save battery. Wake it using:
- Tap screen — Tap anywhere on display
- Press any button — Home or Back button
- Raise to wake — Lift wrist naturally (if enabled in settings)
- Wrist gesture — Quick wrist rotation
Button Functions
| Action | Result |
|---|---|
| Quick press | Wake screen, return to watch face |
| Long press (3-5 sec) | Power on from off, show power menu |
| Hold both buttons (10 sec) | Force restart when frozen |
Troubleshooting: Watch Won't Turn On
The most common cause is a completely drained battery.
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Charge first: Place on charger for 10-15 minutes minimum.
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Try powering on: Long press Home button after charging.
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Force restart: If still nothing, hold Home + Back buttons for 10 seconds.
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Check charger: Ensure charger connection is secure, try different outlet.
Dead Battery Recovery
If watch was fully drained, it may take 10-15 minutes of charging before it shows any response. Leave it charging and be patient.
Always-On Display
Settings Display Always-On Display — keeps watch face visible when screen sleeps. Uses 15-20% more battery.
Home Button is Key
The Home button (top right) controls power on, wake, and accessing the power menu. Get familiar with short press vs long press actions.
See Also: How to Charge|How to Connect|How to Reset