Waze is a popular navigation app that helps drivers navigate to their destinations efficiently. However, manually entering an address or using the touchscreen while driving can be dangerous. To address this concern, Waze offers voice commands that allow drivers to control the app hands-free. If you’re new to Waze or simply unaware of how to enable voice commands, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open the Waze app on your smartphone

To open and launch the Waze app, locate the icon on your home screen and tap it. You can also find the Waze app in your app drawer or in the app store on your smartphone.

Step 2: Access the “Settings” menu

Once you have fully opened the Waze app, click on the “Search” icon which looks like a magnifying glass. After that, select the settings menu by tapping on the gear icon at the top of the screen.

Step 3: Find the “Voice & Sound” settings

Once you have accessed the settings menu, navigate to the “Voice & Sound” option to open the settings for the audio and voice commands.

Step 4: Turn on voice commands

After selecting “Voice & Sound” option, you will see an option called “Talk to Waze”. Switch on this option by sliding the toggle to the right. You may also need to grant access to your phone’s microphone before using voice commands.

Step 5: Enable “Say ‘OK Waze’”

Now that voice commands are turned on, you can enable the “Say ‘OK Waze’” feature. This feature allows you to start any voice command with the phrase “OK Waze.” To enable this feature, slide the toggle to the right.

Step 6: Test voice commands

To test the voice command, select “Sound & voice” from the settings menu and open the “Waze Voice” option. Here, you can choose the voice you prefer for voice commands. Once you have selected voice, press on the “Play sample” option to test the voice command.

Once you are satisfied with the voice command, you can start using it regularly to to access the Waze app via voice commands. Using Waze voice commands is a great way to stay safe while driving, and the app’s developers are constantly adding updates to improve the feature’s performance for all users. Enjoy a safe and convenient drive while using Waze’s voice command feature.