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Home›How To›How to Voice Dial on an Android: 7 Steps

How to Voice Dial on an Android: 7 Steps

By Matthew Lynch
April 2, 2024
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Voice dialing is an incredibly convenient feature that allows you to make calls without tapping or typing on your Android phone. With a simple voice command, you can quickly call your friends, family, and colleagues. In this article, we will guide you through the seven steps to enable and use voice dialing on your Android device.

Step 1: Enable Google Assistant

First, ensure that Google Assistant is enabled on your Android device. To do this, open the ‘Google’ app on your phone, tap ‘More’ in the bottom right corner, then tap ‘Settings.’ From here, select ‘Google Assistant’ and follow the prompts to enable it.

Step 2: Train Your Voice Model

To improve voice recognition accuracy, you should train your voice model. Open the ‘Google’ app and head to the ‘Settings.’ Tap on ‘Voice,’ then ‘Voice Match,’ and follow the prompts to train your voice model.

Step 3: Check Your Microphone

Ensure that your device’s microphone is functioning correctly. Open any app that uses audio input (such as Voice Recorder) and record a short audio clip to confirm that your microphone is picking up sound clearly.

Step 4: Add Contacts to Your Phone

In order for voice dialing to work properly, you must have contacts saved on your Android device. Open the ‘Contacts’ app and add the contact information for the people you want to call using voice commands.

Step 5: Enable “Hey Google” Detection

For hands-free calling capabilities, enable “Hey Google” detection. Open the ‘Google’ app, head over to ‘Settings,’ then choose ‘Voice.’ From there, toggle on “Hey Google” detection by following the instructions provided.

Step 6: Test Voice Dialing

Now that everything is set up, test out voice dialing by saying “Hey Google” or “Ok Google” followed by the command to call one of your contacts. For example, say “Hey Google, call John Smith.” The Google Assistant will then initiate the call for you.

Step 7: Customize Your Commands (Optional)

If desired, you can customize your own voice commands within the ‘Google’ app. Go to ‘Settings,’ then ‘Assistant,’ and select ‘Routines.’ From here, you can create custom phrases or commands for specific actions, such as calling your favorite contact with a unique phrase.

By following these seven steps, you can now easily voice dial on your Android device. Voice dialing not only saves time but also helps you stay hands-free—making it a useful feature for drivers and busy individuals alike.

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