How to retrace your steps with Backtrack on Apple Watch | Apple Support

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  • Опубликовано: 8 ноя 2022
  • Turn on Backtrack in the Compass app when you begin a hike, and your Apple Watch will track your route. Then if you get lost, you can tap Retrace Steps and follow an arrow to find your way back. Backtrack is available on Apple Watch Series 6 and later, including Apple Watch SE, with watchOS 9 and later.
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  • @theophileeyong787
    @theophileeyong787 Год назад +164

    Horror movies of people getting lost in the woods will have to get more creative, I see...

  • @tgvinfinite2607
    @tgvinfinite2607 Год назад +134

    Imagine if you are relying on this to not get lost and you press delete steps instead of retrace 💀

    • @pepo_boyii
      @pepo_boyii Год назад +28

      They should put a confirmation at least if they're going to have the two buttons so close together lmao

    • @user-gx5wz4jn9n
      @user-gx5wz4jn9n Год назад +2

      @@pepo_boyiino need for a confirmation since red color always grabs the user attention to delete something. If both are of the same color then a confirmation would be useful

    • @AUTOMATIC_SMART_ANNOUNCEMENT_S
      @AUTOMATIC_SMART_ANNOUNCEMENT_S Год назад +10

      @@user-gx5wz4jn9nIt does need a confirmation. Some people have such big fingers that even a 44mm isn’t big enough so it’s easy to press the wrong button

    • @ArizonaGunsDave
      @ArizonaGunsDave 11 месяцев назад +2

      That is a possibility for sure and when people are under stressful situations, they can make that mistake.

    • @Jennifer_koolaid
      @Jennifer_koolaid 11 месяцев назад +3

      If you want to avoid that chance, just long press the side button and it will say “compass backtrack”

  • @mgilija1588
    @mgilija1588 Год назад +38

    This is a life saver... 🙏🏾🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Lonewolf.wildcamping
    @Lonewolf.wildcamping Год назад +38

    I was trying to figure it out on my ultra this weekend, actually way easier than I thought. Gonna try it tomorrow on my hike

  • @smullis7
    @smullis7 Год назад +6

    It worked really well when I used it on the Ultra, but would like it it signaled when you left the track.

  • @ladyjedi3D
    @ladyjedi3D Год назад +2

    Cool! Using to navigate through neighborhoods on my mini moto today for fun.

  • @tmoney8365
    @tmoney8365 Год назад +4

    Thanks you apple support these videos are very helpful ❤

  • @grahamevans8567
    @grahamevans8567 Год назад +3

    Thanks, great video!

  • @43SunSon
    @43SunSon Год назад

    How about the bottom on the left?

  • @RafiqulJaved
    @RafiqulJaved Год назад +3

    That is so amazing!

  • @43sono
    @43sono Год назад +1

    i wish it was avaible on apple watch series 5

  • @boydull-ud9mt
    @boydull-ud9mt Год назад +2

    The backtrack and waypoints option does not appear on my apple watch. It's setup through family setup. Please help.😥

  • @fearisaliar3
    @fearisaliar3 Год назад +1

    Okay thank you! Gotta wait until I have the ultra hahaha

  • @andreylopez5368
    @andreylopez5368 11 месяцев назад +2

    I use this on my rural hikes where my phone doesn’t have signal!!

  • @qbaqba6208
    @qbaqba6208 Год назад

    Love it

  • @lynsmith1096
    @lynsmith1096 Год назад

    Great tip

  • @LegendFromWoW
    @LegendFromWoW Год назад +14

    That's pretty cool, thanks for sharing how this feature works!

  • @yvonnecowan5994
    @yvonnecowan5994 Год назад

    Does this work with Bo?

  • @jimybo20
    @jimybo20 Год назад +7

    My watch says I need to enable significant locations in settings on my iPhone to record and retrace my steps? I’m not sure how to do this though?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад +5

      We’ll be glad to assist you with getting this set up.
      Significant Locations can be enabled by going to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > System Services, then tap Significant Locations. This can be turned on there.
      If you need more help, use this link to get connected: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @thaminduKavinda
    @thaminduKavinda Год назад

    This is very useful feature

  • @svids998
    @svids998 Год назад

    Apple please read my apple watch series 6 does not show the backtrack option and I don't have a iphone.

  • @SKI79
    @SKI79 Год назад +4

    Been looking forward to this since I saw it in the Apple Watch Ultra trailer!

  • @jotjakubjot
    @jotjakubjot Год назад

    A wild arrow appears!

  • @jamespeterson7100
    @jamespeterson7100 9 месяцев назад +3

    I don’t get that white arrow on my compass when I retrace my steps 😔

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  9 месяцев назад

      Coordinates and emergency call waypoints may not be available in all regions. Check out this resource for more information:
      support.apple.com/guide/watch-ultra/compass-apd1cd7aad2c/watchos
      If you need further assistance, connect with an Advisor here: getsupport.apple.com

  • @JAMIEGLICKMAN
    @JAMIEGLICKMAN Год назад +6

    Whoever did the voiceover for this has such a gorg voice ❤

    • @jayhache5609
      @jayhache5609 Год назад +1

      Our ancestors might disagree, cousin. Zei gezunt! ; )

  • @CapTen-Enterprises-Training
    @CapTen-Enterprises-Training Год назад

    THIS IS SO SMART

  • @justnaturalcake1
    @justnaturalcake1 Год назад

    I tried using this inside a maze but the backtrack location is not very accurate

  • @Ardeact
    @Ardeact Год назад

    Awesome for disney sized parking lots

  • @wirelesscreamcheese7211
    @wirelesscreamcheese7211 Год назад +1

    Is this feature available on the first generation Apple Watch SE?

    • @diokdin
      @diokdin Год назад

      Nope this is only exclusively available for the Ultra

  • @user-wh6pu2go9o
    @user-wh6pu2go9o 11 месяцев назад +2

    Pretty cool if ur tryna get back to your car in a malls parking lot

  • @debbiebridygham9230
    @debbiebridygham9230 Год назад +6

    I’m curious why this wouldn’t work with a Series 5, the first one with a digital compass built in

    • @TamilEelam1
      @TamilEelam1 Год назад +4

      They want people to buy newer watches sadly 😢

  • @sebastianf9503
    @sebastianf9503 Год назад

    how the guys on blair witch could’ve been saved

  • @chessy7107
    @chessy7107 Год назад

    Should I update iOS 16.1.1 for my iPhone 8 Plus?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад +1

      We’d be happy to help. Updating your device is a great way to stay up to date with the latest features. Here’s a link with steps to help with your update: s.apple.com/dE0z4U7G7g
      If you have any further questions, reach out to us here: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @100Ksubsinayear5
    @100Ksubsinayear5 Год назад +1

    Hey I dont have a compass app on my apple watch SE 2022 where should I get it from

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      Hi, thanks for reaching out to us on here. To get the Compass app on your Apple Watch, go to the App Store in your Apple Watch. The following link has the steps to follow: s.apple.com/dE4R5d8v9L

  • @michaelgriffith4110
    @michaelgriffith4110 Год назад

    So when i get to my hike tomorrow at the park im going to do i hit to start backtrack but do a waypoint first than do my hike and when finished retrace steps back to that waypoint?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад +1

      That’s a great question! It does appear that you’d initiate Backtrack, and once it’s started, you can then use other features of Compass, like setting up your Waypoints.
      s.apple.com/dE4w3r4z8A
      Be sure to reach out to us directly, if you have additional questions or concerns, at apple.co/GetSupport We’ll be happy to help.

    • @michaelgriffith4110
      @michaelgriffith4110 Год назад

      @@applesupport will having compass as a conplication drain battery more?

  • @diysy9431
    @diysy9431 Год назад

    But does it work without cellular of Wi-Fi or data only uses compass how does that work is it always correct?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      Allow us to assist. Given permission, the Compass app will have access to your location on the Apple Watch SE or Apple Watch Series 5 or later to track your current location and elevation. Find Compass Waypoints, distance and direction between them, and use Backtrack on the Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Series 6 and later.
      Learn more here: s.apple.com/DH2B5r9oH4
      For additional support, contact us at: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @NeedToBike
    @NeedToBike 3 месяца назад

    what does that white solid line represent and how do I get that?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  3 месяца назад

      Hey there. Find more on using Backtrack with Apple Watch here: apple.co/3SfMcDv Still have questions? Connect with us here: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @inhaleexhale
    @inhaleexhale Месяц назад

    Can I use this feature to find and record an outdoor walk? I want to be able to record my route on Apple Map and save all of the information every time I walk.

    • @_rice_is_amazing
      @_rice_is_amazing Месяц назад

      That automatically saves into your health app, as well as all the other data collected from your watch

  • @dvl4
    @dvl4 Год назад +1

    i don't see white triangle on my watch. How do i turn on white trangle?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      Hello. It sounds like you might referring to the white arrow shown on the compass. Make sure that your Compass has access to your location so that it can see and use your location. Check out the corresponding section of this article: s.apple.com/dE4w3r4z8A
      If you need more help, you can reach out to us directly from here: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @theresa6007
    @theresa6007 9 месяцев назад

    Been looking for the app but can’t find. What’s it look like or can you put a link in here

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  9 месяцев назад

      Hey there. Backtrack is a feature of the Compass app for Apple Watch. Find out more here: apple.co/3SfMcDv Still have questions? Connect with us here: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @rafaelmardanov4490
    @rafaelmardanov4490 Год назад

    It asks me to enable Precise Location on iPhone. It’s enabled, but still asks me do to that. What’s the problem? (Apple Watch series 6)

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      Thanks for reaching out, we know how important this is to you. If you haven’t already, please restart your Apple Watch s.apple.com/dE0i7u2i3g and iPhone s.apple.com/dE0q3Z3G3N and then test this issue again.
      If you are still seeing this issue, please contact Apple directly apple.co/GetSupport so they can work with you directly on this situation.

  • @nileshodedara2450
    @nileshodedara2450 Год назад +1

    my apple watch se 2
    is not update how to fix help me please 🙏🏻

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      We’re happy to help. We suggest following the steps under “Need more help updating?” in this article: s.apple.com/dE0a9C0M4i
      Should the issue persist, contact us here for further assistance: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @jahazielconstanza
    @jahazielconstanza Год назад

    This is awesome! Does it work without internet connection?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад +1

      This is a great question! We’re glad you asked, and it would be our pleasure to answer.
      You won’t need an internet connection with your Apple Watch, just a clear view of the sky. Backtrack works the best when you’re away from significant locations like your home or workplace, or you’re out of range of Wi-Fi.
      If you have additional incredible questions, our Apple Support team is always happy to help. You’ll find the best ways to connect with them in many countries here: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @The_Cool_Silly_Bananas
    @The_Cool_Silly_Bananas 7 месяцев назад

    I can’t find it(I have seris 6)

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  7 месяцев назад

      Thanks for your question! See apple.co/3RkzdOq for more information on using Backtrack.
      If you have further questions, please reach out to us using apple.co/GetSupport.

  • @sayantansaha1976
    @sayantansaha1976 12 дней назад

    If only the watch came with a decent enough battery to actually make this feature useful.

  • @tomneal72
    @tomneal72 9 месяцев назад

    I follow these steps but there is no white arrow and everything that needs to be turned on in my settings is on

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  9 месяцев назад

      Thanks for your question! apple.co/3SfMcDv talks about what models of Apple Watch works with Backtrack, as well as the settings necessary. If you need further assistance, please reach out to us using apple.co/GetSupport.

  • @xoqpl
    @xoqpl Год назад

    I gave my iPhone to my cousin and he tried unlocking the passcode too many times. Now it says iPhone Unavailable. How can I fix the problem?

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      Thanks for those details. If your iPhone has been locked due to too many attempts, you will need to restore it to continue using the device.
      You can follow these steps to restore using a backup if you have one, or as new if one isn’t available: s.apple.com/dE0z6C7i8A
      If you have any additional questions, you can reach out here: apple.co/GetSupport
      Take care!

  • @HailAnts
    @HailAnts 9 месяцев назад

    Is this doing actual dead reckoning, or is it just cheating with GPS?

  • @abc123fhdi
    @abc123fhdi Год назад

    it's too easy to accidentally hit delete steps rather than backtrack.

  • @defect7628
    @defect7628 Год назад

    there is no backtrack button

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      We can provide some insight on this. As mention in the video, this feature is available on Apple Watch 6 and later.
      Retrace your steps
      1. Open the Compass app on your Apple Watch.
      2. Tap the Backtrack button . The Backtrack button becomes a pause button and Compass begins tracking your route. You can continue using the other features of the Compass app, and Backtrack stays active even if you open a different app on your watch. If you lower your wrist, the Compass app returns to the forefront because your Backtrack session is still active.
      3. Tap the pause button when you're ready to go back to where you started, then tap Retrace Steps. Your starting location appears on the compass.
      4. Start walking in the direction that you came from, indicated by the bouncing arrow, following the white line in the Compass app back to where you started.
      5. Tap the animated Backtrack button when you're finished, then tap Delete Steps.
      You can find these and additional steps in the link here: s.apple.com/dE4w3r4z8A
      For further assistance, please reach out to our support using the following link: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @kssunboxingandmore169
    @kssunboxingandmore169 Год назад

    Why don’t you chat people that can’t have Apple watches if they have a pacemaker and why don’t you make one of her people like that?

  • @arvintthiruchelvam8430
    @arvintthiruchelvam8430 Год назад

    Mine says turn on location for backtrack. Whr do i find that

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад

      We can help! Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services on your iPhone and check these settings:
      Tap Compass, then make sure that Precise Location is turned on.
      Tap System Services, then make sure that Significant Locations is turned on.
      You’ll find more information here: s.apple.com/dE4w3r4z8A
      For more help, contact us here: apple.co/GetSupport

  • @alexandrumacovei7174
    @alexandrumacovei7174 Год назад +1

    That’s how we are forced to buy the new watch, only for extra features that the previous watches can have with an update

    • @ImeneFreelance
      @ImeneFreelance Год назад +2

      This is on the Series 7 too it’s a software update nothing to do with Ultra

  • @MrPogingpayatot
    @MrPogingpayatot Год назад

    Imagine planning to use this but apple watch's poor battery won't even let you turn on your watch.

    • @applesupport
      @applesupport  Год назад +1

      We want you to enjoy your Apple Watch at all times.
      Work through these steps on what to do if your Apple Watch will not start: s.apple.com/dE0W5n2E1v
      Reach out to us at apple.co/GetSupport

  • @apple_ilev5s
    @apple_ilev5s Год назад

    i dont need an apple watch se for that, i will totally not get lost when i decide to go back home without my phone and no car

  • @hailynewma9122
    @hailynewma9122 Год назад

    not creepy at all. you are sugarcoating this