Unlock the Full Potential of Your Galaxy Watch 7: Tips and Tricks to Make It Feel Ultra

The Galaxy Watch 7 might not resemble the Galaxy Watch Ultra at first glance, but with a few tweaks and hidden features, you can elevate your smartwatch experience to rival—even surpass—the Ultra. We’ve compiled a comprehensive guide of tips and tricks to help you unlock the full potential of your Galaxy Watch 7. Let’s dive in!

1. Customize Your Watch Face with GIFs

The default watch face is great, but why not add a personal touch?

How to Add a GIF Watch Face:

1. Open the Galaxy Wearable App on your smartphone.
2. Navigate to Watch Faces.
3. Scroll down and select the Photo watch face.
4. Tap the Edit icon and choose Background.
5. Hit the Plus (+) icon to add a new image.
6. Select a GIF from your gallery or download one from sites like GIPHY.
7. Customize the clock style, color, and add complications to suit your style.
8. Save your new watch face.

Now, your watch face will display a dynamic GIF, making your Galaxy Watch 7 truly unique.

2. Emulate the Ultra with the “Ultra Info Board” Watch Face

Get the Galaxy Watch Ultra experience with the “Ultra Info Board” watch face.

Steps:

1. In the Galaxy Wearable App, browse the watch face gallery.
2. Search for Ultra Info Board and apply it.
3. Customize the seven different complications available, such as Energy Score and a detailed Step Counter.

This watch face not only mimics the Ultra’s appearance but also enhances functionality with additional widgets.

3. Personalize Contact Profile Cards

Add flair to your contacts and make incoming calls more engaging.

How to Create a Profile Card:

1. Open the Phone app on your watch.
2. Select a contact and tap the Info icon.
3. Tap Edit and then Create Profile Card.
4. Choose a photo for the contact.
5. Customize the name font, thickness, and color.
6. Apply background effects and colors.

When this contact calls, their customized profile card will display on your watch.

4. Use Gestures to Answer Calls and Take Photos

Simplify interactions with intuitive gestures.

Enable Double Pinch Gesture:

1. Go to Settings on your watch.
2. Scroll down to Buttons and Gestures.
3. Under Double Pinch, toggle it On.
4. Assign actions like Answer Calls or Take Photos.

Now, you can answer calls or snap photos with a simple double pinch gesture.

5. Quick Reply to Messages with Suggested Responses

Stay connected without typing.

How to Use Quick Replies:

1. When you receive a text, scroll down in the notification.
2. You’ll see Suggested Replies generated by your watch.
3. Tap on a response and hit Send.

Respond to messages effortlessly without typing a single word.

6. Turn Your Watch into a Walkie-Talkie

Communicate instantly with friends and family.

Set Up Walkie-Talkie:

1. Open the Play Store on your watch.
2. Search for Walkie Talkie by Samsung and install it.
3. Open the app and enable it.
4. Tap Invite Contacts to connect with others who have the app.
5. Once they accept, select their name and press the Microphone icon to start talking.

Enjoy instant voice communication right from your wrist.

7. Control Your Phone’s Camera Remotely

Perfect for group photos and selfies.

Use Camera Controller App:

1. Open Camera Controller on your watch.
2. Enable the Knock Knock Gesture:
   • Go to Settings > Buttons and Gestures > Knock Knock Gesture.
   • Assign it to open the Camera Controller app.
3. Perform the Knock Knock Gesture to launch the camera.
4. Frame your shot using the watch display.
5. Use the Double Pinch Gesture to take the photo.
6. Use the Digital Bezel (swipe around the edge of the screen) to Zoom In/Out.

Capture the perfect shot without touching your phone.

8. Secretly Capture Photos with Camera One App

Discreet photography made easy.

How to Use Camera One:

1. Install Camera One from the Play Store on both your watch and phone.
2. Open the app on your watch.
3. Your watch will display what your phone’s camera sees, but the phone screen remains off.
4. Capture photos or videos directly from your watch.

Ideal for candid moments without drawing attention.

9. Customize Button Shortcuts

Add functionality similar to the Ultra’s extra side button.

Assign Actions to Buttons:

1. Go to Settings > Buttons and Gestures.
2. Under Double Press, select an action (e.g., open Spotify or any preferred app).
3. Now, double-pressing the top right button triggers your chosen action.

Expand your watch’s capabilities with personalized shortcuts.

10. Play Music Directly from Your Watch

Leave your phone behind during workouts.

Play Spotify on Your Watch:

1. Open Spotify on your watch.
2. Tap the Phone icon and select This Watch.
3. Play your desired song or playlist.

Music will now play through your watch’s speaker or connected Bluetooth headphones.

11. Share Your Contact Info via QR Code

Exchange details swiftly and stylishly.

Set Up QR Code Contact Sharing:

1. On your phone, open your contact profile and ensure all details are filled.
2. Tap the QR Code icon and save it as an image.
3. In the Galaxy Wearable App, go to Watch Settings > Manage Content > Add Images.
4. Select the saved QR code and sync it to your watch.
5. Open the image from your watch’s gallery when needed.

Others can scan the QR code to instantly receive your contact information.

12. Switch to Google Assistant

Prefer Google over Bixby? Make the switch.

How to Enable Google Assistant:

1. Open the Play Store on your watch.
2. Scroll down to Manage Apps and ensure Assistant is installed and updated.
3. Go to Settings > Buttons and Gestures > Press and Hold.
4. Change the setting from Bixby to Google Assistant.

Now, holding the top right button summons Google Assistant.

Add Google Assistant Tiles:

1. Swipe left to access Tiles.
2. Scroll to the end and tap Add Tile.
3. Select Google Assistant.
4. Customize actions like setting timers or controlling smart home devices.

Control your digital life more efficiently with Google Assistant at your fingertips.

13. Customize Your Tiles for Quick Access

Streamline your watch interface.

Edit Tiles:

1. Swipe left on your watch face to view Tiles.
2. Long-press on a tile to rearrange or remove it.
3. For a faster method, scroll to the end and tap Edit on Phone.
4. Use the Tile Manager to add, remove, or rearrange tiles like Timer, Media Controller, and Energy Score.

Optimize your watch for quick access to your most-used features.

14. Monitor Your Body Battery with Energy Score

Keep tabs on your energy levels throughout the day.

Using Energy Score:

1. Add the Energy Score tile as mentioned above.
2. Tap on the tile to view detailed metrics like Sleep Quality, Heart Rate, and Breathing Patterns.
3. Add the Energy Score Complication to your watch face for at-a-glance updates.

Manage your day better by understanding your body’s energy levels.

15. Compete Against Yourself with the Race Feature

Enhance your workouts by racing your previous times.

How to Use Race Feature:

1. Open a Workout (e.g., Running) on your watch.
2. Tap the Settings icon within the workout.
3. Scroll down and select Race.
4. Choose a previous route or time to compete against.

Challenge yourself and track your progress over time.

16. Never Lose Your Phone with Disconnection Alerts

Get notified if you leave your phone behind.

Enable Disconnection Alerts:

1. Go to Settings > Advanced Features > Disconnection Alerts.
2. Turn on Full Screen Alert with Sound and Vibration.

Your watch will alert you if it loses connection with your phone, preventing accidental losses.

17. Locate Your Phone or Watch Easily

Misplaced devices are a thing of the past.

Find Your Phone:

1. Swipe down to access the Quick Settings panel on your watch.
2. Swipe right until you see the Find My Phone icon (looks like a phone with sound waves).
3. Tap it to make your phone ring.

Find Your Watch:

1. Open the Galaxy Wearable App on your phone.
2. Select Find My Watch.
3. A map will display your watch’s location.
4. Tap Ring to make it emit a sound.

Quickly reunite with your devices when they go missing.

18. Quick Tips to Enhance Your Experience

Speed Up Your Watch:

• Close unused apps by tapping the Recent Apps icon and selecting Close All.

Enable Hourly Chimes:

1. Go to Settings > Sounds and Vibration > System Sounds.
2. Toggle on Hourly Chimes for a subtle reminder each hour.

Use Old Galaxy Watch Straps:

• The Galaxy Watch 7 is compatible with previous Galaxy Watch straps, offering more customization options.

These small tweaks can make a big difference in your daily usage.