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How To Launch Google Assistant on OnePlus 6 by Saying “OK Google”

The Google Assistant is a powerful virtual assistant developed by Google that can be accessed on Android devices like the OnePlus 6. With just your voice, you can get help with everyday tasks, get answers to questions, set reminders, make calls, and more. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to enable and use the “OK Google” voice command to launch the Google Assistant on your OnePlus 6.

Prerequisites

  • OnePlus 6 device running OxygenOS (Android 8.1 or higher recommended)
  • Latest version of the Google app installed
  • Internet connection

Enable “OK Google” Detection

  1. Open the Google app on your OnePlus 6
  2. Tap “More” at the bottom right and select “Settings”
  3. Select “Voice”
  4. Turn on “OK Google” detection
  5. Follow the on-screen prompts to train the Google Assistant to recognize your voice by saying “OK Google” 3 times

Set a Shortcut to Launch Google Assistant

  1. Go to Settings > Buttons & Gestures
  2. Enable “Quick activate the assistant app”
  3. You can now launch the Google Assistant by long pressing the power button for 0.5 seconds

Use Voice Commands to Interact with Google Assistant

Now you’re all set up to use the “OK Google” voice command or power button shortcut to access Google Assistant on your OnePlus 6.

Here are some examples of helpful voice commands:

  • Say “OK Google” or “Hey Google” followed by your query or task
  • “OK Google, what’s the weather today?”
  • “Hey Google, set an alarm for 7 AM tomorrow”
  • Ask questions and get answers on virtually any topic
  • “OK Google, who is the CEO of Google?”
  • “Hey Google, when was OnePlus founded?”
  • Get directions or traffic information
  • “OK Google, how far am I from home?”
  • “Hey Google, give me directions to the nearest coffee shop”
  • Manage everyday tasks and schedules
  • “OK Google, add milk to my shopping list”
  • “Hey Google, remind me to call Mom at 5 PM today”

The possibilities are endless with the Google Assistant! Test out different queries and use cases to see just how helpful it can be in your daily life.

Tips for Better Voice Recognition

If you find the Google Assistant is not accurately recognizing your voice commands, here are some troubleshooting tips:

  • Retrain your voice model in the Google app settings under Voice > Voice Match
  • Ensure you are speaking clearly and loudly enough for the microphone to pick up
  • Try reducing background noise which can interfere with accuracy
  • Update to the latest version of the Google app and Android OS
  • As a last resort, delete app data and cache for the Google app to reset voice settings

Conclusion

Activating “OK Google” detection and setting up a shortcut gesture makes summoning the Google Assistant incredibly quick and convenient on the OnePlus 6. With Google’s advanced voice recognition and search capabilities, it can serve as a helpful personal assistant to boost your productivity, answer questions, get things done, and more using just the power of your voice.

The key is taking the time to properly set up and train the “OK Google” hotword functionality, test out a wide variety of voice commands, and optimize the experience to best understand your unique voice. Follow this guide and you’ll be a Google Assistant pro in no time on your OnePlus 6!

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