Google Assistant for Chrome is a fantastic tool that brings the power of voice control to your browsing experience. You can access it by clicking on the microphone icon in the Chrome toolbar.
To get started, you need to enable Google Assistant in Chrome, which can be done by going to the settings menu and searching for "Google Assistant." From there, you can follow the prompts to set it up.
The Google Assistant for Chrome can perform various tasks, such as sending emails, making phone calls, and searching the web, all with just your voice.
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Getting Started
To get started with Google Assistant on your Chromebook, first make sure you're running the latest version of Chrome OS.
Google Assistant isn't available on all devices yet, but it's scheduled to be enabled on all Chromebooks with the release of Chrome version 77.
Click the drop-down box next to the "Enable Google Assistant" flag and then click "Enabled."
Restart Chrome OS by clicking the blue "Restart Now" button at the bottom of the Flags page.
Press "Search+A" to open the Assistant overlay on your device, and then type a message into the text field provided.
To configure Assistant, type "chrome://settings/" into the Omnibox to view the settings for Assistant.
Select "Always On" from the drop-down menu beside "Ok Google" to ensure you can use voice commands at any time.
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Using Google Assistant
To access Google Assistant settings, head to Settings > Search and Assistant > Google Assistant. This is where you can customize your Assistant experience.
You can enable voice search by toggling it on in the Google Assistant settings. This feature allows you to conduct web searches using just your voice.
With voice search enabled, you can tap the microphone icon in the Chrome omnibox and voice your query aloud. Google Assistant will respond audibly and display traditional search results in the browser.
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You have three options to choose from when enabling voice search: Enabled, Enabled (grey mic), and Enabled (colorful mic). The differences are purely aesthetic, so pick the one you like best.
The microphone icon in the Chrome omnibox is where the magic happens. Tap it, speak your query, and Google Assistant will do the rest.
Chromebooks and Assistant
Google Assistant is available on Chromebooks, and it's a game-changer for productivity and convenience.
You can enable Google Assistant on your Chromebook by checking if you're running the latest version of Chrome OS and updating your system if necessary. If you're not running the latest version, you won't see the "Enable Google Assistant" flag.
To enable Google Assistant, click the drop-down box next to the "Enable Google Assistant" flag and select "Enabled." Then, click the blue "Restart Now" button to apply the changes.
Once your Chromebook restarts, you can use the keyboard shortcut SEARCH + A to launch the Assistant. This is the easiest way to get started with Google Assistant on your Chromebook.
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Google Assistant can also be launched using the OK Google / Hey Google keyword, which is convenient when your Chromebook is unlocked.
The Assistant settings can be found in Settings > Search and Assistant > Google Assistant. Here, you can configure the Assistant to your liking and even turn on the "Always On" feature to use the OK Google keyword at any time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Google Voice extension for Chrome?
Yes, Google Voice offers a Chrome extension that enables one-click calling from phone numbers on websites. Simply click on a phone number or select it and right-click to make a call with Google Voice.
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