If your Galaxy Watch 3 is still vibrating but is showing a black screen, it may still be working. It may not be showing the watch face for any number of reasons. You may be able to fix the issue with a few simple steps and get your display screen viewable again.
You will not lose any of your watch’s data by following the fixes below. If your watch is still not working after trying the fixes below, your last option will be completing a Factory Reset using your phone.
How to Fix a Black Screen on a Galaxy Watch 3
- Force Restart
- Charge Watch and Force Restart
- Stuck Buttons
Press and Hold the Back Button and Power Button at the same time.
Release both buttons when you see the Samsung logo appear. Your watch should now reboot and turn on.
Connect your Galaxy Watch 3 to a compatible charger; charge for 10-15 minutes.
Press and hold the back button and power button at the same time.
Release both buttons when you see the Samsung logo appear. Your watch should now reboot and turn on.
Press the back button several times, if there is anything stuck in the watch’s buttons it can cause it to not function properly.
Press the power button several times, same way you did the back button.
Force a Restart by pressing and holding the back button and power button at the same time.
Release both buttons when you see the Samsung logo appear. Your watch should now reboot and turn on.
Summary
If you can still hear and feel notifications on your Galaxy Watch 3, it is most likely still working with no display showing on the watch’s face. Like most technology issues will arise and solutions can usually be found. Before tossing the watch and buying a new one, you may be able to fix the issue and continue to use it.
If you found the above fixes helpful or found an alternate fix for your Galaxy Watch 3 please leave us a comment below letting us know.