How Do I Use Google Home on My Samsung Smart TV?
If you have a recent Samsung Smart TV (2018 or newer), then you can connect it to Google Home. Once connected, you can use voice commands via the Google Assistant on your smartphone or a compatible smart speaker to control the TV. Here’s how to set it up.
Does Samsung TV Work With Google Assistant?
Yes, this is the primary reason to connect your Samsung Smart TV to Google Home. Once paired, you can use voice commands to perform basic tasks, such as turning the TV on or off, changing the channel, adjusting the volume, and playing and pausing media. Additionally, if you have a Google-powered smart speaker with a display, such as a Nest Hub, then you can control the TV with on-screen buttons. Samsung’s newest 2021 model TVs, as well as some higher-end 2020 models (such as 8K and 4K QLED sets), also offer the Google Assistant via a built-in app. Not only does this let you use voice commands without an external device, but it also enables a wider array of commands and search options.
Which Voice Commands Work With Samsung TV?
Here are some Google Assistant voice commands you can use with Samsung Smart TVs:
“Okay/Hey Google, turn [on/off] the TV.”“Okay/Hey Google, volume [up/down] on the TV.”“Okay/Hey Google, channel [up/down] on the TV.”“Okay/Hey Google, change channel to [number] on the TV.”“Okay/Hey Google, change the input to [input name] on the TV.”“Okay/Hey Google, [play/stop/resume/pause] on the TV.”
If you have a newer Samsung Smart TV with the built-in Google Assistant app, then you can use further commands when pressing the microphone button on the remote control. You can also control other smart home devices connected to Google Home. Such commands include:
“Okay/Hey Google, search for [content type] on YouTube.“Okay/Hey Google, play[actor/genre/show].”“Okay/Hey Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.”“Okay/Hey Google, what is the weather today?”
