Introduction
If your Apple Watch Ultra's touchscreen is broken or doesn’t respond to touch, you can’t power it down using the slide-to-power-off controls. Instead, follow this guide to switch off your Apple Watch Ultra using the side button and digital crown. After turning off your watch, you can proceed with repairs.
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Press and hold both the side button and Digital Crown simultaneously.
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Continue holding both buttons while the Apple Watch reboots.
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When you see the Apple logo, release the Digital Crown. Continue holding the side button.
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When the Apple logo disappears, release the side button.
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Conclusion
That’s all! With your Apple Watch safely powered down, you can proceed with repairs.