The Top 100 Google Assistant and Google Home Commands

Commands unlock the power of Google Assistant. We've listed our top 100 below, broken down into 10 different categories.

Whenever using a Google Assistant-enabled device, start by saying Hey Google followed by one of these commands.

Several of these commands require individual accounts with their corresponding services, most of which are free. You'll be prompted by Google Assistant to set up said accounts when using one of these commands for the first time.

Google Game Commands

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Google Assistant lets you play some really enjoyable audio-centric games like musical chairs, trivia and even turn-based adventures where you can immerse yourself in an interactive world.

Play a game with my family
Let's play SongPop
Play Animal Trivia
Let's play Movie Trivia
Play Freeze Dance
Play Musical Chairs
Play Tic-tac-toe
Talk to Rogue's Choice
Let's play Jungle Adventure
Mad Libs

Health and Fitness Commands

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Whether you're looking for medical advice, beauty tips, a virtual workout partner, or need help to calm down at the end of a long day, these commands have got you covered.

Talk to Virtual Nurse
I want to talk to WebMD
Talk to Fitness Tips
Talk to Beauty Companion
Talk to Nike Coach
Ask Relax Guru to help me relax
Talk to Life Meter
Ask Fitbit Coach for exercises
Talk to Calorie Tracker
Talk to Breathing Exercises

Shopping Commands

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One of the main draws of Google Assistant is the added level of convenience that it provides, especially when it comes to filling an empty cupboard or buying a last-minute gift. These voice-enabled commands allow for a quick and easy hands-free shopping experience.

What can I buy?
Talk to OurGroceries
Let me talk to eBay
What's the closest supermarket? (you can replace "supermarket" with another type of store)
Talk to Out Of Milk
Talk to GoGoCar
Talk to Product Hunt
Add [item] to my Shopping List
Talk to Chefling
Buy [item name] from Walmart

Sports Commands

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Want to know who won the last race at Pimlico? Need some advice on who to start in your fantasy football league? No matter your sports-related question, Google Assistant can answer it.

Who won the [team name] game?
Who plays for the [team name]?
Talk to RotoWire
Tell me facts about sports
When does the [team name] play next?
Talk to Score Tracker
Ask PGA TOUR
Talk to Football World
Talk to Racing Results
Talk to Formula 1 Schedule

Music and Podcast Commands

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Your Google Home or other Assistant-enabled device is the perfect listening station for your favorite tunes and podcasts. The following commands provide access to a treasure trove of radio stations, songs, and shows.

Play some music
What song is this?
Play [station name] on Pandora
Play [artist, song or genre] on Spotify
Play YouTube Music
Play [podcast name] podcast
Play [station name] on iHeart Radio
Play [station name] on TuneIn
Ask Song Explorer
Start Mix Lab

Productivity Commands

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Never sleep too late, miss an appointment or overcook a meal with these handy commands that can help organize even the most chaotic lifestyles.

What's on my agenda?
Set an alarm
Talk to Tile
Talk to Wonder
What's my daily brief?
Talk to todoist
Set a reminder
Talk to passchain
Set a timer
Talk to Finance Guru

Commands for Learning

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Google Assistant can keep your brain sharp with the following educational commands by letting you boost your vocabulary or even learn a new language, among many other useful factoids.

Talk to National Geographic Bee
Talk to Busuu
Talk to Study.com
Talk to My Famous Heroes
Ask wikiHow
Launch This Day in History
How do you say [word or phrase] in [language]?
Talk to Farmer's Almanac
What's the definition of [word or term]?
How do you spell [word]?

News and Weather Commands

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Find out what's going on around the world or in your neighborhood with these helpful commands. Receive detailed weather forecasts and financial market updates.