Pixel Watch 5 lets you customize double pinch to dismiss alarms, skip music, & more
Besides expanded availability across apps, the double pinch gesture on the Pixel Watch 5 benefits from being able to “Customize actions” across music and alarms.
The Pixel Watch 5 introduces new customization options for users, allowing them to personalize gestures beyond the Pixel Watch 4. One of the key features is the ability to customize double pinch gestures to perform various actions, such as dismissing alarms or skipping music. To do this, navigate to Settings, then Gestures, followed by Hand gestures.
Scroll down and select "Customize actions" to set the desired behavior. While the Pixel Watch 5 may offer wrist turn customizations in the future, only double pinch gestures are currently available for customization.
Another useful feature is the long-press of media controls in the At a Glance view, which allows users to choose between displaying an icon or both an icon and text. By selecting the latter option, users can see the song name, though it may cover a significant portion of the watch face on a minimalist watch face. This feature provides a more informative glance at the media being played without sacrificing the watch face's simplicity. For more news, check out 9to5Google on YouTube.
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