Apple Watch apps and watch faces require images at very specific, small dimensions — the tiny display demands precision. Whether you are creating complication images, notification icons, or watch face background images, getting the exact pixel dimensions right is essential for crisp display on Apple Watch. At imgresizr.com, you can resize images for Apple Watch, for free.
Apple Watch Image Sizes by Series
| Watch Size | Screen Resolution | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm) | 410×502px | 205×251pt |
| Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm) | 396×484px | 198×242pt |
| Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm) | 352×430px | 176×215pt |
| Apple Watch SE (40mm) | 324×394px | 162×197pt |
How to Resize Images for Apple Watch at imgresizr.com
Upload your image to imgresizr.com. For watch face background images, use the Resize tool to set the exact screen resolution for the target watch model — typically 396×484px for 45mm Series 9. For complication images (the small icons on watch faces), sizes range from 22×22px to 50×50px depending on the complication type. Use the Crop tool to set a square (1:1) ratio for most watch face elements. For notification icons and app icons on watchOS, use 55×55px at @2x. Export all Apple Watch images as PNG — the format is required for all watchOS graphical assets. Ensure designs are simple enough to be recognisable at these very small dimensions.
Apple Watch Image Design Tips
- Design for the smallest relevant size — if it works at 22×22px, it works at all larger sizes
- Use bold shapes and high contrast — subtle gradients and fine details disappear on the small OLED display
- Avoid text in complication images — it is unreadable at complication sizes
- Apple Watch screens are OLED with pure black backgrounds — dark images can extend to full bleed effectively
Resize images for Apple Watch face and complication dimensions, free at imgresizr.com.