Apple watch doesn't track sleep, when I play some media or I enable sleep focus using Shortcuts on iPhone

I play relaxing musing to help me fall asleep. Unfortunately, I noticed, that my Apple Watch doesn't track my sleep stages then, despite the fact, that sleep focus is enabled on the watch.


I also noticed, that sleep is not tracked, when I start sleep focus on my iPhone using Shortcuts. I can see the focus is enabled on my watch, but it doesn't seem to work - it doesn't even turn off the screen.

Can someone help with those situations?

Apple Watch Series 8

Posted on Dec 10, 2022 10:07 AM

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Dec 12, 2022 05:49 PM in response to Canthar

Hi Canthar,


You started from a great resource: Track your sleep on Apple Watch and use Sleep on iPhone

For help with tracking sleep, be sure to check the settings in the last section from the article quoted below.


"Get more accurate results with your Apple Watch

If you paired your Apple Watch after completing Sleep setup, you can still turn on Track Sleep with Apple Watch. In the Watch app on your iPhone, tap the My Watch tab, then tap Sleep. Then tap Track Sleep with Apple Watch to turn on this setting. To get the most accurate results when wearing your watch to sleep:

  • Turn on Charging Reminders. On your iPhone, open the Watch app and tap the My Watch tab, then tap Sleep. Tap Charging Reminders to turn on a reminder on your Apple Watch to charge before your Wind Down time. If your watch battery dies, it won't track your sleep data.
  • Make sure that you're wearing your Apple Watch at a comfortable fit. If your watch is too loose, the accelerometer might register too much movement during your natural sleep."


You can also find helpful information in the guide page here: Track your sleep with Apple Watch - Apple Support


If the issue remains, reach out to Apple Support directly to further assist.


Contact - Official Apple Support


Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support


Best.



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