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# setTimeZone(_:)

Sets the time zone to use when displaying time information.

```
func setTimeZone(_ timeZone: TimeZone?)
```

## Parameters

`timeZone`

The time zone to be used. Specifying `nil` removes the time zone information and causes Apple Watch to use the current time zone based on the user’s settings.

## Discussion

Use this method to configure the time zone to one that is different from the user’s current time zone. For example, a world clock app might use this method to configure the time display information.

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