You can turn on Google Assistant in a few different ways, depending on the device you're using.
Turning On Google Assistant on Your Phone:
- Open the Google app: Tap the "Assistant" icon at the bottom right of the screen.
- Say "Hey Google" or "Ok Google": If you've already set up Google Assistant, you can just say the wake phrase.
- Press and hold the home button: This method works on some Android phones.
Turning On Google Assistant on Your Smart Speaker:
- Press the microphone button: This button is usually located on the top of the speaker.
- Say "Hey Google" or "Ok Google": If you've set up Google Assistant, you can just say the wake phrase.
Turning On Google Assistant on Your Smart Display:
- Say "Hey Google" or "Ok Google": You can use your voice to activate Google Assistant.
- Touch the screen: You can also tap the Assistant icon to activate it.
Turning On Google Assistant on Your Computer:
- Click the Assistant icon: This icon is usually located in the bottom right corner of your screen.
- Use the keyboard shortcut: Press "Alt + Shift + S" to open Google Assistant.
Once you've turned on Google Assistant, you can start using it to perform tasks like setting alarms, playing music, and getting directions.