Apple Watch Face Shrinks? watchOS 9 Mini Watch Face Bug?

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Apple Watch Face shrinks watchOS 9?


Apple Watch Face shrinks after watchOS 9 update? Watch Face glitches out and is displayed in small size, in the middle of the screen? Problem occurs with new models like Series 8 and AW Ultra, as well as older device?

Apple Watch Face Shrinks?

This issue has been reported by Natalia (watchOS 9.1):

“Watch face shrinks and displays as minimized in the center of the screen.”

We couldn’t replicate it but have found a similar report on Reddit:

“AW Mini display mode? Is this a thing?”

Wondering why your Apple Watch Face is so small? It seems that watchOS 9 glitches out and remains stuck to the size used when it’s showcased in the Edit menu!

How To Fix Apple Watch Mini Watch Face

Apparently, you can solve this glitch with the help of an Apple Watch restart!

However, this workaround might be temporary, as the problem will reoccur sooner or later.

We recommend you to force restart your watchOS device:

  • Simultaneously press & hold the Digital Crown + Side Button until the Apple logo is displayed on the screen.
  • Release, and be patient until your wearable reboots and displays the Watch Face.
  • Credits: Fix confirmed by Reddit user.

Have you managed to fix Apple Watch Face small size issue in watchOS 9? Do you have a better solution or other problems to report? Share your feedback in the comments.

Related: For more watchOS 9.1 problems and the available workarounds please check our detailed review.