4 Fixes for Google Assistant Not Working on Android TV

Paurush dabbles around iOS and Mac while his close encounters are with Android and Windows. Before becoming a writer, he produced videos for brands like Mr. Phone and Digit. On weekends, he is a full-time cinephile trying to reduce his never-ending watchlist, often making it longer.

Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Enable Google Assistant

Though it comes enabled by default, you can check and enable Google Assistant.

OpenSettings > Device Preferences > Google Assistant > Enable the feature.

Fix 2: Check Microphone Permissions

Just like on your phone, you need to allow microphone usage to summon Google Assistant on your Android TV.

Step 1:OpenSettings > Apps > Apps permissions > Microphone.

Step 2:Scroll down and then selectShow System Apps.

Step 3:Scroll down and thenturn on the toggle next to Google.

Fix 3: Clear Google Play Service Data

While using Google apps and services on your Android TV, Google Play Services collects data in the background to improve your experience. The data can get corrupted over time just like the app cache. So we suggest clearing it on your Android TV.

Long-press theGoogle Play Store icon > Info > Clear data.

Tip:Learn how to clear theapp cache on your Android TV.

Fix 4: Disable and Enable Voice Match in Google Home App

Voice Match gives you personalized results on your Android TV while using Google Assistant. You can use the Google Home app to set up and control this feature.

Open theGoogle Home app > Settings > Google Assistant > Voice Match> Disable and enable the feature.

Tip:Refer to our post if yourAndroid TV gets stuck on the loading screen.

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Last updated on 12 August, 2024

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