Control an Apple TV with Apple Watch
You can use Apple Watch as a remote control for an Apple TV when you’re connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Pair your Apple Watch with Apple TV
If your iPhone has never joined the Wi-Fi network that the Apple TV is on, join it now, then follow these steps:
Open the Remote app
on your Apple Watch.Tap Apple TV. If you don’t see Apple TV listed, tap Add Device.
On the Apple TV, go to Settings > General > Remotes and Devices, then select Apple Watch.
Enter the passcode displayed on your Apple Watch.
When the pairing icon appears next to Apple Watch, it’s ready to control the Apple TV.
Use your Apple Watch to control Apple TV
Make sure the Apple TV is awake, then follow these steps:
Open the Remote app
on your Apple Watch.Choose Apple TV, then swipe up, down, left, or right to move through the Apple TV menu options.
Tap to choose the selected item.
Tap the Menu button to go back, or touch and hold it to return to the main menu.
Tap the Play/Pause button to pause or resume playback.
Unpair and remove Apple TV
On the Apple TV, go to Settings > General > Remotes and Devices > Remote App and Devices.
Select your Apple Watch under Remote App to unpair it.
Open the Remote app
on your Apple Watch and, when the “lost connection” message appears, tap Remove.