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Activating the Voice Command on a Compatible Automotive Device

Voice Command can be activated on a device by saying the device's wake up phrase.

  • The default wake up phrase will either be "Voice Command" or "OK Garmin"
  • The default wake up phrase on most devices can be changed to a word or phrase designated by you. 
    • NOTE: The "OK Garmin" wake up phrase cannot be changed on the Garmin DriveCam™ 76, Garmin DriveSmart™ 66/76 and Garmin DriveSmart™ 66/76/86 with Amazon Alexa devices.

To Change the Wakeup Phrase:

  1. Touch Apps or 
  2. Touch Voice Command
    • You may have to touch Navigation or Drive first on some devices
  3. Touch Customize Phrase or Wake Up Phrase
    • Touch the wrench icon before this step on some devices
  4. Type the word or phrase of your choice
  5. Touch Done

Once the wake-up phrase is designated, speak the phrase to activate Voice Command.


Tips for Using Voice Command: 

  • Speak in a normal voice directly at the device
  • Speak commands as they appear on the screen
  • Respond to the voice prompts from the device as needed
  • To reduce the number of accidental Voice Command wake-ups, increase the length of your wake-up phrase
  • Try 3 or more syllables or multiple words
  • Speak Exit to exit Voice Command
  • If you press Mute Instructions the verbal replies from Voice Command will be muted

If Voice Command is not working properly on your device, see Voice Command Isn't Working on an Automotive Device.