How to Turn on Voice Search in Google Chrome (2025 Update)
In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to turn on voice search in Google Chrome in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.
Turn on Voice Search in Google Chrome
Follow the steps below to activate voice search in Google Chrome.
1. Open Google Chrome Settings
Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of Google Chrome, then select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
2. Navigate to Privacy and Security Options
In the settings menu, find and select the “Privacy and Security” section to access browser permissions and controls.
3. Access Site Settings for Permissions
Under “Privacy and Security”, click on “Site Settings” to manage permissions for websites, including microphone access.
4. Select and Configure Microphone Settings
Scroll down to the “Permissions” section and click on “Microphone” to adjust how Chrome handles microphone access.
5. Choose the Built-in Internal Microphone
In the microphone settings, select “Internal Microphone (Built-in)” to ensure your device uses the correct microphone for Voice Search.
6. Allow Websites to Ask for Microphone Access
Make sure the option “Sites can ask to use your microphone” is enabled, so websites like Google can request microphone permissions.
7. Go to Google and Click the Microphone Icon
Open Google and click on the microphone icon in the search bar to start using Voice Search.
8. Grant Microphone Access When Prompted
When a permission prompt appears in the upper-left corner, click “Allow” to let Google use your microphone for Voice Search.
9. Click the Microphone Icon Again to Start Voice Search
Click on the microphone icon once more to initiate Voice Search after granting permission.
10. Wait for the “Speak Now” Prompt to Appear
A “Speak Now” message will appear on your screen, letting you know that Chrome is ready to listen to your voice input.
11. Speak Your Search Query Clearly
Say your search query out loud into the microphone to perform a voice-based search.
12. Check If the Search Results Match Your Query
Review the search results to confirm that Google correctly interpreted your voice search query.
We hope you now have a better understanding on enabling voice search on Google Chrome. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to remove autofill search on Chrome and how to set up Amazon search suggestion expander Chrome extension.
