Voice to text
On a keyboard, tap
, then speak your message or search text. You can also speak
punctuation.
The Google Assistant™ Go
Note: This feature may not be available in all languages.
To open the Google Assistant Go:
» Press the Google Assistant button, then speak a command.
» Tap
Assistant from the home screen or from your list of apps.
» Swipe up from the bottom corner of the screen, then speak or type a command.
Note: You can also say "Hey Google" or "Ok Google" to start the Google Assistant Go.
To turn this feature on, swipe up and tap
apps > Assist app.
Tip: For more on the Google Assistant Go, visit https://support.google.com/assistant.
Gestures
Explore special gestures designed to save you time and make your day easier.
Find it: Swipe up and tap
Settings > System > Gestures
» Swipe fingerprint for notifications: Swipe down on the fingerprint sensor to check
your notifications.
» Jump to camera: Press the Power button twice to quickly open the main camera.
» System navigation: Navigate using either gestures or buttons at the bottom of the
System
navigation.
screen. For more, see
» Prevent ringing: Press the Power and Volume Up buttons at the same time to switch
incoming calls to vibrate or mute.
» Lift to check phone: Pick up your phone to check time, notifications and other info.
» Three-finger screenshot: Touch the screen with three fingers to take a screenshot.
» Fast flashlight: Turn the flashlight on/off with two chopping motions.
Settings > Apps & notifications > Default
Direct Share
In some apps, you can share something directly to a contact, app, or conversation.
TO Type a name, phone number, or email
K
Abe
Anna Medina
Kevin
Astrid Fanning
M
N
Michael
Nathan
Allie
Create link
Shared
Gmail
album
Select the share option (usually by tapping
choose an app, or type a name or number to find a contact.
To use Bluetooth or Nearby Share to share files, see
Learn the basics
Tap a contact to
share information.
More
Swipe up for more
share options.
Messages
) within an app, then select a contact,
Connect, share, pay &
sync.