Since I purchased the Apple Watch, I have been using it non-stop. I rely on it for many things, which is why I was highly confused when I saw the dashes on my Apple Watch Activity area. Initially, I couldn’t understand what these dashes meant on the Apple Watch activity.
However, after much deliberation, I finally found the cause and cure. The good news is that it can be easily fixed almost instantly. So, if you are stressed and depressed about this situation, don’t be. Follow the exact steps to rectify it. But before jumping into the cure, let’s explore the cause first.
What Does the Dash Signify on Apple Watch?
You will always notice the dashes on the move, exercise, or standing rings. Whenever you see a dash, it means that the activity is not recorded. This can happen if the watch is not worn properly or there is a temporary sync issue with the movement.
I have also observed that if the movement or activity was brief enough to be registered, even then, the dashes appear on the Apple Watch.
Another reason can be turning on low battery mode, which prevents certain activities from being registered. Finally, it is very uncommon, but if there are permission or setting issues, even then this situation can arise.
How Can You Fix It?
Fixing it is not a hassle. Here are five different ways you can do it.
- Start by making sure that the watch is worn properly so that it can record movements.
- Secondly, you can restart your Apple Watch and iPhone to ensure proper recording.
- Thirdly, open the activity app on your iPhone and analyze if there are any syncing issues.
- Unpair and pair your Apple Watch with your iPhone again.
- Go to the Settings of your iPhone, then Privacy & Security, and check if Motion & Fitness is enabled. Also, check if Tracking is enabled.
To Sum Things Up…
When I first saw dashes being recorded in the activity area of my Apple Watch, it was a grave concern. I know how frustrating it can be to see your activity not being recorded. Now that you know why it happens and how to fix it, you can go about your day happily without losing a sweat over it.
