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How to Enable Waze Voice Commands

Waze's microphone can make your drive safer and easier to manage

By Amanda Derrick Amanda Derrick Freelance Contributor University of Utah Florida Tech Amanda Derrick is a mechanical engineer, business strategist, and former Lifewire writer who has also written for USAF Civil Service, ATK, and Boeing. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on May 1, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Connected Car Tech Navigation Android Auto Apple CarPlay

What to Know

Grant iOS access: Settings > Waze > toggle on Microphone.Grant Android access: Settings > App & notifications > App permissions > Microphone.In the Waze app, go to Settings > Voice & sound > Google Assistant > Allow "OK Google" detection. This article explains how to turn on voice commands on the navigation app Waze, as well as some useful command phrases.

How to Turn On Voice Commands in Waze

There are three ways to use voice commands in Waze and we'll show you how: Regardless of the method you use, you first need to grant Waze access to your microphone. On an iOS device, select Settings > Waze > and toggle Microphone on.On an Android device, select Settings > App & notifications > App permissions > Microphone and grant permission. In the Waze app, tap Settings > Voice & sound. Under Voice assistant, tap Google Assistant.
Turn on Enable Google Assistant and Allow "OK Google" detection. Go back a screen and tap Siri Shortcuts to add voice phrases on Waze that, "Hey Siri" will detect. Now Waze is ready to accept voice commands and for you to keep your focus on the road. Say "OK Google" or "Hey Siri." When Waze is running on your device, you can get the app's attention with the phrases "OK Google" or "Hey Siri," and then give a voice command. These are truly hands-free options, but they require the Waze app to be open and running on your screen.Tap the Microphone. Waze has a microphone icon to the right side of the "Where to?" search bar. This will allow you to speak a potential destination or give a voice command.

Waze Voice Command Phrases

The app will be expecting specific phrases to complete actions at different points in your trip. Most actions have a couple of ways to say them, so you don't have to memorize them all, but you should take note so you know what Waze is expecting. After you've initiated a voice command, here's what you can say to have Waze help you out:

At the Beginning of a Drive

Navigate home: Say "Home," "Go home," or "Take me home."Navigate to work: Say "Work" or "Drive to work."Navigate to a specific address: Say "Take me to [full address]" or "Navigate to [full address]."Navigate to a place: Say "Take me to [prominent destination]."Navigate to a type of business or service: Say "Gas station" or "Find me a [gas station, rest stop, etc.]."

During a Drive

Ask Waze for your next turn: Say "What's my next turn?" or "Next turn."Ask Waze for your estimated arrival time: Say "When will I get there?"Ask Waze for alternate routes: Say "Show me alternate routes."

Reporting

General report: Say "Report" or "I want to report."Report traffic: Say "Report traffic jam," "Report heavy traffic," or "Report moderate traffic"Report Police: Say "Report police."Report crash: Say "Report accident" or "Report major accident."Report hazard: Say "Report [hazard/flood/construction/pothole/vehicle stopped/animal/missing sign/fog/hail/flood/ice/snow]."Report camera: Say "Report camera."

Adjusting App Settings

Sound off/on: Say "Sound off," "Mute," or "Sound on."Close app: Say "Close app."Stop navigation: Say "Stop navigation."Ask for help/support: Say "Help." Knowing the right phrases will make Waze voice commands a breeze while helping you keep your eyes on the road. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Use Waze in Android Auto How to Use Google Home With Your iPhone How to Use Google Assistant on iPhone What Android Auto Is and How to Use It How to Stop Navigation Using Google Assistant How to Connect an Xbox to Google Home The 10 Best Road Trip Planner Apps for 2022 How to Use Voice Control on iPhone and iPod Touch The 5 Best Gas Apps to Help You Save at the Pump How to Change the Google Maps Navigation Voice What to Do When Google Assistant Voice Won't Work Waze Navigation vs Google Maps How to Make Your Android Phone Read Your Texts OK Google Not Working? 12 Ways to Fix It How to Add Waze to Apple CarPlay How to Use Apple Watch With Siri Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies