Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

---

Take a deep dive into your Garmin smartwatch, from unboxing to menus, learn how to use and max out your outdoor adventure smartwatch. These helpful tips will get you on your way to customizing your smartwatch, so it works for you and your lifestyle.

Download Connect IQ™ for additional apps & watch faces:
App Store: apps.apple.com/us/app/connect-iq-store/id1317652970
Play Store: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.garmin.connectiq&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1

00:00 Intro
00:26 What's in the box?
00:55 Powering up and connecting
03:38 Buttons
05:03 Control Wheel & Flashlight Controls
06:48 Glances and Customization
08:35 Activities and Customization
09:54 Activity Data Screen Customization
12:16 Hot Keys
14:00 Tactical Features only in our Tactix® 7 lineup
14:09 Kill Switch
15:05 Stealth Mode
15:33 Night Vision Mode
16:49 Jumpmaster
17:08 Dual Position Format
17:29 Aviation Feature
19:54 Applied Ballistics
20:25 Unlocking Applied Ballistics
20:58 Quick Edit
21:45 Range Card
23:01 Target Card
23:37 Environmental Factors
25:00 Targets
26:04 Creating a Profile on your Tactix® 7
31:30 Creating a Profile on your Phone