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Apple Watch Series 11

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The screen on my Apple Watch doesn't turn on automatically when I pick it up

If the screen on your Apple Watch doesn't turn on automatically when you pick it up, there may be several causes of the problem.

If Wake on Wrist Raise is turned off, the screen will not turn on automatically when you pick up your Apple Watch.

Solution: Turn automatic screen activation on or off

If the screen on your Apple Watch doesn't work as it should, it may help restarting your Apple Watch.

Solution: Restart your Apple Watch

If theater mode is turned on, the screen on your Apple Watch will not light up as long as the function is turned on.

Solution: Turn theater mode on or off