EachGarmin watchcomes with a handful of pre-installedwatch faces, and most also provide access to an extensive library of additional options in theGarmin ConnectIQ app. Even with so many options available, it can be hard to find one that you truly like and want to see on a daily basis. Finding awatch facethat features all the data fields that you want to see at a glance can also be like searching for a needle in a haystack. Or, maybe you just want something far more unique to your personality.
If you can’t find the perfect watch face, the Garmin Face It tool may be your best bet. This tool isn’t available for all Garmin watches, but on compatible devices, it allows you to build out a fully custom watch face. The customization options are extensive, so you can truly create a one-of-a-kind watch face.
The best Garmin watches for tracking your fitness
No matter how you like to get movement in, the best Garmin watches will help you take your fitness to the next level.
Garmin Forerunner 965
The Garmin Forerunner 965 is Garmin’s advanced running watch. It provides advanced training tools and metrics to help you take your running performance to the next level. Plus, it’s very slim and lightweight, features a vibrant display, and offers 23 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
How to create your own custom Garmin watch face
Fully customize the look of your watch face with Face It
If you have acompatible Garminwatch and want a truly personalized watch face, you can create one using the Connect IQ app and the Face It tool. To start, you can choose between your own photos or Garmin’s preset backgrounds. Then, you can fully customize the layout, including what data fields show up where, the colors of all fields, and so much more. Open theConnect IQapp.
Q: Is every Garmin watch compatible with the Face It feature?
Unfortunately, not every Garmin watch can use the Face It Watch Face feature. To check if your watch is compatible, open the Garmin Connect IQ app and check if the Face It option appears at the bottom. If it doesn’t, even though you have your device selected in the bottom right corner, then your watch is not compatible.
Alternatively, you can go to theGarmin Support Centerand type your model name into the search bar to see if you are able to use the Face It feature.
Q: Can you customize your Garmin watch face?
Yes, you may customize your Garmin watch face. Just how much you can customize it depends on your watch model and the watch face you are trying to customize, though. Some will allow you to adjust most design aspects, whereas others will provide minimal customization options.
Q: Is Garmin Connect free?
Yes, Garmin Connect is totally free to use. You do not need to pay a subscription fee to access your data or use the extensive list of health and fitness tools available in the Garmin Connect app. Likewise, the Garmin Connect IQ app is also totally free to use. Some apps and watch faces available in the Connect IQ app will require a separate purchase, but it is free to use and search in the app.
