To turn off Google Assistant on your Android device, you can follow these steps:
- Open Google App: Open the Google app on your Android device. You can usually find it on your home screen or in the app drawer.
- Access Settings: Tap on your profile picture or initials in the top-right corner of the screen to access your account settings.
- Go to Assistant Settings: In the dropdown menu, select “Settings.”
- Assistant Tab: Tap on the “Assistant” tab at the top of the screen.
- Assistant Devices: Scroll down and select “Phone” or the specific device you’re using.
- Turn Off Google Assistant: Toggle off the switch next to “Google Assistant” to disable it.
Alternatively, depending on your Android device and its version, you might be able to disable Google Assistant directly from the device settings:
- Open Settings: Go to your device’s settings by tapping on the gear icon in the app drawer or notification shade.
- Apps & Notifications: Scroll down and select “Apps & notifications” or “Apps.”
- Google App: Find and tap on the “Google” app from the list of installed apps.
- Disable Google Assistant: In the Google app settings, tap on “Assistant” or “Assistant & voice input,” then tap on “Google Assistant.” From there, you can disable Google Assistant by toggling off the switch.
Keep in mind that the steps might slightly vary depending on the version of Android and the specific device you’re using.