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SOS! My Apple Watch Needs a Reboot: Here's How to Reset It

Is your Apple Watch acting up? Frozen screen? Glitches galore? Before you chuck it out the window (we've all been there!), try a reset. It's often the magic cure for common Apple Watch woes.

There are two main ways to reset your Apple Watch:

* **Soft Reset (Restart):** This is the simplest method and usually the first thing you should try. Press and hold both the side button and the Digital Crown until the Apple logo appears. Let go, and your watch will restart.

* **Hard Reset (Erase All Content and Settings):** Use this if the soft reset doesn't work or if you're selling/giving away your watch. On your Apple Watch, go to Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. You may be prompted for your passcode. Confirm your choice and wait for the process to complete.

**Important:** Erasing all content and settings will completely wipe your Apple Watch. Make sure you have a backup to iCloud if you want to restore your data later. A reset can breathe new life into your Apple Watch, so give it a try!

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