Google Home: Control TV - how it works

With Google Home you can control numerous devices in the household. You can also switch the television on and off using a voice command. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how this works and what the prerequisites are.

Instructions: Control TV with Google Home

• The first thing you need is a Chromecast, which is connected to the TV via HDMI. In order for the Chromecast to turn on your TV via Google Home, your TV must support HDMI-CEC. This is the case with many modern devices, but you must first activate the function in the settings beforehand.
• Google Home and Chromecast work together automatically. Just say "Ok, Google, turn off the TV" or Ok, Google, turn on the TV. "The action will then be carried out.
• If you use multiple TVs with one Chromecast, you can give the different TVs a name. With the command "Ok, Google, turn on the TV in the bedroom" the correct device is then controlled.
• If you use the Google Assistant on your Android smartphone, you can also control your TV via your mobile phone. The command remains the same.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to use Spotify with Google Home.