Voice Control is compatible with devices running iOS 3 and higher.
Additional Voice Control options were added in iOS 14.5.
Say, “Hey Siri, turn on Voice Control.”
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Say, “Show me what to say” anytime you need help finding a voice command.
Go toSettings>Accessibility.
TapSet Up Voice Control.
The next screen shows an overview of things you could do with Voice Control.
View a list of commands you’re able to use with Voice Control.
SelectDoneto turn on Voice Control.
When Voice Control is on, a microphone icon appears at the top of the screen.
But Voice Control works as a hands-free way to control your phone.
You don’t need a passphrase like “Hey, Siri” to activate it.
How to Customize Voice Control
Here’s how to familiarize yourself with Voice Control categories and commands.
You’ll see the available command categories that Voice Control supports, such asBasic NavigationandBasic Gestures.
Select a category to see its commands.
Tap a command to see its options screen, then toggle on the command.
This screen also shows the phrases that activate this option.
Turn onConfirmation Requiredif you want to confirm a command before Voice Control makes it.
Repeat these steps for every command you want to modify in Voice Control.
you’re able to also create a new, custom command.
Go toSettings>Accessibility>Voice Control>Customize Commandsand tapCreate New Command.
Designate a phrase and an action.
In this example, the iPhone is set toEnglish U.S.
TapVoice Control>Language.
You’ll see a list of languages.
Tap a language underReady to Use, or select a language underAvailable for Download.
