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How to size and attach Google Pixel Watch bands

Adjust your Google Pixel Watch band to ensure a more comfortable fit, attach the band securely, and swap it out to suit your personal style. For a comprehensive list of compatible Pixel Watch bands and detailed information about them, refer to Google Pixel Watch Accessory Band Tech Specs.

Refer to our Help article for additional tips on how to Clean and care for Google Pixel Watch.

Size up your wrist

Use millimeters for the most accurate measurements. If you're between sizes, choose the smaller size.

If you have a measuring tape

Wrap it around your wrist for your measurement.

If you don’t have a measuring tape

Find something like string, dental floss, or maybe even a USB cord. Take that, wrap it around your wrist, and then lay it out on a ruler to find your measurement.

Stretch Band only: Use the Active Band that came with your device
 
Clasp the Active Band where it feels comfortable. Check which hole is clasped, then find your stretch band size using the diagram to the right.

Use millimeters for best accuracy. Size down if you’re between sizes.

If you have a measuring tape

Wrap it around your wrist for your measurement.

If you don’t have a measuring tape

Find something like string, dental floss, or maybe even a USB cord. Take that, wrap it around your wrist, and then lay it out on a ruler to find your measurement.

Stretch Band only: If you have a Pixel Watch Active Band

Clasp the Active Band where it feels comfortable. Check which hole is clasped, then find your band size using the diagram below.

Stretch Band

Size

Best fit

(mm)

Wrist size

(mm)

Wrist size

(in)

Extra Small

130-149

130-150

5.11-5.90

Small

150-159

140-160

5.51-6.29

Medium

160-174

155-175

6.10-6.88

Large

175-199

170-200

6.69-7.87

Extra Large

200-210

190-210

7.48-8.26

 

Attach a band to your Watch
Important: Google Pixel Watch 3 and its band are not attached upon delivery. Follow below instructions to attach your band.

  1. Turn your Google Pixel Watch over.
  2. Use the band to press the band release button and slide the band into place.
  3. Repeat on the other side.
Detach a band from your Watch
  1. Turn your Google Pixel Watch over.
  2. Press the band release button, and then slide the band over the band release button while pulling away from the watch.
  3. Repeat on the other side.
Secure Pixel Watch to your wrist

Note: For Active Band(included with Google Pixel Watches1) and Active Sport Band. Instructions for putting on other bands will vary.

  1. Slide the band through the outer loop.
  2. Press the metal peg into a hole.
  3. Tuck in the band. If it's too long, try the small band.

During exercise, move the band higher on your wrist (2-3 finger widths above your wrist bone) for a better fit. Our heart rate sensors work best with skin contact. Lower and loosen the band after exercise.

Remove Pixel Watch from your wrist

  1. Untuck the band.
  2. Bend the band back to release the peg.

Remove Metal Slim Band (Pixel Watch 2 and 3 41mm only)

  1. Hold the buckle area on both sides of the band using your index finger and thumb.
  2. Pull away from your wrist to unclasp the buckle.

Metal Watch Bands

Metal Links Band accessories
  • Metal Links Band
  • Extra links (4 standard, 2 long)
  • Sizing tool
Metal Slim Band accessories

  • Metal Slim Band
  • Ten extra adjustable links
  • Sizing tool

Recommended links for wrist size (Pixel Watch 2 and 3)

To determine the right fit for your band, use your wrist measurement to decide how many links to add or remove from the band. Based on your wrist size, below are recommendations for the number of links to add or remove from your band.

Note: The Metal Slim Band includes 810 adjustable links for sizing. Metal Slim bands are only available for 41mm only.

Wrist size (mm)

Recommended link adjustment
(adjustable links have a pill shaped mark on them)

<130

Remove 6-8 links

130-140

Remove 4-6 links

141-150

Remove 1-3 links

151-160

Add or remove 0-1 link

161-170

Add 1-2 links

171-180

Add 2-4 links

181-190

Add 4-6 links

191-200

Add 6-8 links

>200

Add 8-10 links

Add or remove links for metal bands

You can add or remove links (included with purchase) from your metal band to fit your wrist.

Note: Use of a Metal Mesh Band or Metal Slim Band watch accessory with Pixel Watch is incompatible with the ECG app. All bands work for ECG readings on Pixel Watch 2.

How to attach links to Metal Links Band

Snap the extra links in so that the pins line up with the pin holes.

How to remove links from Metal Links Band

  1. With the sizing tool (included with band purchase), press the pins into the link's matching pin holes.
  2. Pull down to remove the extra links.

Important: Only links with imprinted holes can be removed.

How to attach links to Metal Slim Band

  1. Place the band on a flat surface and find the section with the link that the pins go into. Wedge the extra link(s) with pins into the section that is lying flat.
  2. Insert a pin into the link next to it, keeping the other pin exposed.
  3. Use the flat side of the sizing tool to push the other pin in.
  4. With the pin inserted, push the link into place.

How to remove links from Metal Slim Band

  1. With the inside of the links facing up, use the pin side of the sizing tool to push the spring pin on the side.
  2. Gently twist the link off of the band. Repeat this for the links you'd like to remove.
  3. Reattach the clasp with the steps in Attach Metal Slim links.
  • Important: Only links with etched dashes can be removed.

Third party accessory bands

Third party accessory bands

Accessory bands from third party companies may not fit properly.

These bands may contain materials that could impact those with skin sensitivities or other concerns. For best results, use only Google branded or Google authorized accessory bands.

1 Band options may vary by region and retailer. Accessory bands sold separately. 45mm accessories are only compatible with the 45mm Pixel Watch 3. 

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