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Customizable Charge 3 button

Status: Not currently planned Submitted by on ‎10-30-2018 07:56
6 Comments (6 New)

I just stepped up from the Charge HR to charge 3, I love it! But I really miss the press and hold button to start activity of the Charge HR. I'd like to see in a future firmware update the option to select what the button does when held.

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6 Comments
Status changed to: Reviewed By Moderator
MarcelBK
Premium User
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Moderator Alum
‎11-01-2018 04:17
‎11-01-2018 04:17

Nice suggestion, thanks for sharing. We look forward to hearing what other community members think.

juliad16
First Steps
‎02-17-2019 10:30
‎02-17-2019 10:30

I am proposing an idea to be able to change the function of the side button on the Charge 3 as well as maybe the other fitbit products. Currently, while holding the side button it brings upon the option to turn off notifications/screen wake, I would prefer to have it start the stopwatch specifically for my profession it is much more useful (like the charge HR).

YojanaFitbit
Moderator Alum
Moderator Alum
‎02-18-2019 13:40
‎02-18-2019 13:40

Hi @juliad16! Great suggestion, I've moved it into a similar request.  A lot of users are asking for this option on Charge 3, I hope we receive updates soon.

SarahJane87
Jogger
‎08-23-2019 01:43
‎08-23-2019 01:43

I would like to be able to open a specific app (stopwatch for example) upon double clicking the side button. That would be very helpful  when I want to time my planks, sets or other physical activities.

YojanaFitbit
Moderator Alum
Moderator Alum
‎08-23-2019 08:37
‎08-23-2019 08:37

Hi @SarahJane87, thanks for explaining why you would like to have this option on your Charge 3. I've moved it into a similar suggestion which has a lot of votes. As the more votes and comments an idea has the more visibility and momentum it gains. You can learn more about how Fitbit decides what suggestions get released in our FAQs.

Status changed to: Not currently planned
YojanaFitbit
Moderator Alum
Moderator Alum
‎05-22-2020 15:30
‎05-22-2020 15:30

Hi everyone, and thanks so much for sharing this suggestion! While we don’t currently have plans to release this feature, we always appreciate the passion and creativity that comes out of this Community. Since we know this idea is important to many of you, we have left voting open to continue tracking interest and will post another update if anything changes. To learn more about how Fitbit decides which suggestions get developed, visit our FAQs.

We're always striving to enhance Fitbit products and services, and your input is a big part of that process. We truly thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.

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