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Decoding Samsung Galaxy Watch Icons: What Do They Mean?

ByJim Miller

Traditionally, watches were simple devices that displayed only the time and date. But with the advent of smartwatches, they can now do so much more. From making phone calls and installing apps on Samsung watch to tracking your sleep and steps, smartwatches have become versatile gadgets. However, the various symbols and icons displayed on the Samsung Galaxy Watch can often confuse users. If you're looking to understand the meaning behind these icons, you've come to the right place. Let's dive in.

Icons on the Galaxy Watch Home Screen

Phone with a Bar

If you see a phone with a bar icon on your Samsung Galaxy Watch, it means that your watch has lost its Bluetooth connection with your phone. To resolve this issue, make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone or move closer to it if you're too far away.

Rectangle with a Cloud

The rectangle with a cloud in it, also known as the ace card icon, indicates that your watch is connected to your phone using Wi-Fi or mobile data instead of Bluetooth. This is made possible through the Remote Connection feature, which allows your phone to send notifications directly to your watch. You can enable or disable this feature by going to Watch Settings > Advanced features > Remote connection in the Galaxy Wearable app.

Orange Indicator

The orange dot on your Samsung Galaxy Watch signifies unread notifications. Swipe right on the orange icon at the 9 o'clock position to view your unchecked notifications. If you prefer not to see the orange icon, you can hide it by going to the Settings app on your watch, tapping on Notifications, and turning off the toggle next to Notification Indicator.

Music Icon

The music or audio icon on your watch indicates that an app is currently playing music or was recently playing music. To remove this icon, close the music app on your phone or stop the music. It may take some time for the icon to disappear completely. You can also tap on the music icon to control the app playing the music.

Icons in the Quick Panel

Swipe downwards from the top edge of your Samsung Galaxy Watch's screen to open the quick panel. Here, you'll find two sets of icons: the top icons and the quick tiles button.

Meaning of Top Icons in Quick Panel

The top icons are static and cannot be tapped. Here's what they mean:

  • Bluetooth: Indicates that the watch is connected to your phone via Bluetooth.
  • Signal: Shows the signal strength (LTE versions only).
  • 3G or LTE: Indicates a 3G or LTE network connection (LTE models only).
  • Wi-Fi: Signifies that Wi-Fi is enabled and connected to your watch.
  • Battery: Represents the available battery power level on your Galaxy Watch.

Meaning of Quick Tiles

The quick tiles button allows you to enable or disable various features on your watch. When a feature is enabled, you'll see the corresponding icon on the home screen as well. Here's what each icon represents:

  • Bed or Crescent: Enables or disables Bedtime mode.
  • Power Button: Turns off your watch.
  • Settings: Opens the Settings app on your watch.
  • Circle with a Bar: Allows you to enable or disable Do Not Disturb mode.
  • Watch Icon: Activates the always-on display on Galaxy watch.
  • Sound Icon: Cycles between sound profiles (sound on, vibrate, mute).
  • Torch: Turns on the flashlight on your watch.
  • Sun with Rays: Adjusts the brightness of your watch.
  • Battery with a Triangle: Enables or disables Power Saving mode.
  • Action Clip: Turns Theater mode on or off.
  • Wi-Fi: Allows you to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Water Drops: Activates or disables the Galaxy Watch Water Lock mode.
  • Airplane: Enables or disables Flight mode.
  • Headphone with Bluetooth: Connects your watch to a Bluetooth headset.
  • Rectangle with Search Icon: Helps you find your connected phone.
  • Location: Allows your watch to access your location.
  • Hand: Enables or disables touch sensitivity.
  • Speaker with Settings Icon: Adjusts the volume for different features on your watch.

Icons on the Text Input Screen

When you need to enter text on your Samsung Galaxy Watch, you'll encounter the text input screen with three icons:

  • Microphone: Allows you to enter text by dictating it.
  • Hand with S Symbol: Lets you write letters on your watch using handwriting.
  • Keyboard: Opens the T9 (predictive) text keyboard.

Icons on the Calling Screen

On the calling screen of your Samsung Galaxy Watch, you'll come across the following icons:

  • Speaker: Adjusts the call volume.
  • Microphone with a Bar: Mutes or unmutes the call.
  • Three-dot: Provides additional calling options, such as switching to the phone or opening the keypad.
  • Red Receiver Icon: Disconnects the current call.

Explore Apps for Your Watch

Now that you're familiar with the meaning of the icons on your Samsung Galaxy Watch, it's time to explore the best apps and games available for your watch. Check out our curated list of top apps and games designed specifically for the Galaxy Watch. Every model is unique and hence you need to know how to identify your Samsung Galaxy Watch model so that you can curate yours properly.

With this guide, you'll have a better understanding of the various icons and symbols on your Samsung Galaxy Watch. Enjoy exploring the wide range of features and functionalities that your watch has to offer!