Want to use that handy Google Assistant feature to control your phone with voice commands? First, you must enable the trusty “OK Google” prompt to kick things off.
Now, this used to be activated automatically way back when. But that meant anyone could access your phone by randomly saying, “Ok, Google!” which led to some annoyance, as you can imagine! Privacy first, Google.
So, these days, you need to turn on the feature manually yourself. But no worries – it just takes a few quick settings adjustments, and then you’re good to start saying “OK Google” to queue up reminders, search questions, play music hands-free…you name it!
I recommend activating it if you want to tap into that hands-free convenience. And the latest security updates mean no one can mess with your phone unless you allow it. Control is in your hands!
How to enable ‘OK Google’
Now, activate the tool and say “OK Google” at least three times to help your phone recognize your voice. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Google app, tap the icon with your photo in the upper right corner, and select “Settings”.
- On the next tab, select “Voice” and, within the “OK Google” section, tap on “Voice Match”.
- Once this is done, enable the “OK Google” option and accept the “Voice Match” terms and conditions.
Say “OK Google” three times so the platform can recognize your voice. Google Assistant will be activated whenever you say the words in any mobile tab.
Activating “OK Google” allows you to fully utilize your phone’s Google Assistant by using your voice. It opens up hands-free capabilities ranging from dictating texts and searching queries to setting alarms and controlling media playback. You can equip your mobile device to respond to that two-word prompt anytime in just a few quick menu toggles.
While it takes a small setup on your end initially, the convenience payoff is massive – no more tapping tiny icons or botching touchscreen typing when you’re busy doing other tasks. Just say those magic words, “OK, Google,” and let the voice assistant handle the rest!
