How to fix apps that can’t install on Apple Watch
One of the major watchOS issues that many users complain about is the inability to download and install apps on Apple Watch. At times, apps tend to get stuck during installation and keep loading forever. At other times, they just refuse to download without any obvious reason whatsoever.
In this troubleshooting guide, TheGhanaTech.com will be talking about the ways to fix the “apps won’t download on Apple Watch” issue. So, if you can’t install apps on your Apple Watch and are looking for easy methods to solve the problem, we’ve got you covered.
How to fix apps that can’t install on Apple Watch
- Ensure That the App is Compatible
The very first thing that you should check out when faced with an app installation problem is compatibility. There are still quite a few popular apps like WhatsApp that are yet to be available for Apple Watch. So, make sure the app you are trying to install on your watchOS device is compatible.
- Turn On/Off Airplane Mode (Toggle Airplane Mode)
If apps tend to get stuck on the loading screen forever, there is a good chance that the problem could be due to a poor internet connection. So, fixing the sluggish internet connection can help you resolve the issue.
- Make Sure to Download One App at a Time
Be sure to download one app at a time on your Apple Watch. While it may not sound to be a direct solution to fixing the app downloading problem, it’s something you should bear in mind. If the internet connectivity is not so strong, multiple may fail to install simultaneously.
- Force Restart Your Apple Watch and iPhone
Hard reset (also known as force restart) is a go-to troubleshooter not just on iPhone but also on Apple Watch. Aside from deleting the cache, the hard reset is able to wipe out the temporary files, thus fixing many problems. Hence, if you ever run into any common watchOS issues, you should make sure to give it a try.
- Update Software on your Apple Watch and iPhone
If apps are still getting stuck during installation on your Apple Watch, update the software on both iPhone and Apple Watch. The outdated software might be coming in the way.
