Use buttons and gestures to interact with Apple WatchYou can interact with Apple Watch using the Digital Crown, side button, Action button, and gestures.You can also practice these gestures in the Tips app. See .Press or turn the Digital CrownPress to see the or .Double-click to .Press and hold to .Turn to zoom, scroll, or adjust what’s on the screen.For example, on the watch face, turn to or .Press and hold to .Press the side buttonPress to .Press and hold to .Double-click to .Press and hold to .Press the Action button (Apple Watch Ultra models)Press to .Press and hold to .Continue to press and hold to .Use gesturesTap: Briefly touch the screen to select a button or item. On Apple Watch models with , a tap brings the screen to full brightness.Touch and hold: Press the screen and keep your finger in place to , see options in an app, and more.Swipe: Move one finger across the screen—up, down, left, or right. For example, you can , , and more.Drag: Move an item across the screen without lifting your finger. For example, you can .Cover to mute: to quickly silence alerts.Double tap: On , to answer a call, reply to a message, see and scroll through your Smart Stack, scroll through supported apps, and more.See also, Press and hold to turn your watch on or off. If you have Apple Watch Ultra or later, you can customize the Action button to access your favorite features quickly., Learn how to interact with your Apple Watch using the Digital Crown, side button, Action button, and gestures..