LG has been at the forefront in providing smart devices that empower users of all abilities. In this regard, the company has invested resources to ensure that anyone with a visual or hearing impairment can benefit from its products. This led to the inclusion of voice guidance (audio narration) in all LG smart TVs.
When voice guidance is on, your TV provides audio feedback as you navigate through menus and controls. Whether you're using your remote to turn up the volume or change the language, this feature describes what's happening on your screen. These descriptions also work well with streaming platforms like Netflix, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime Video.
However, there are times when you don't need voice guidance. Maybe you're trying to watch your favorite show without distractions or inviting friends over to binge-watch. This feature can also be quite annoying as it automatically renders your cursor unusable.
Luckily, disabling your LG smart TV voice guide is easy, and this article will show you how.
How to Disable Voice Guide on LG TV
If your TV describes everything highlighted on the screen aloud, it means that the voice guide is activated. Here's how to disable this feature:
- Press the "Settings" button on your remote. This will launch your TV's settings menu, which has a list of icons on the left side of your screen.
- Tap the "All Settings" icon at the bottom of the list. Use the up and down arrows to navigate the list.
- When the settings screen opens, select “Accessibility”.
- Scroll down the accessibility menu and select "Audio Description".
- Toggle the switch next to "Audio Description" to the off position.
And There you go! With these simple steps, you will have disabled your TV narration.
For some models, however, the voice guide function exists in the Audio Guidance section. The good thing is that the steps to turn it off remain unchanged:
- Press the "Settings" button on your remote to open the settings menu.
- Use the down arrow on your remote to scroll to "All Settings".
- When the All Settings screen opens, select “Accessibility”.
- Scroll down the accessibility menu and select "Audio Guidance".
- Toggle the button next to "Audio Guidance" to the "off" position.
When disabled, the voice guide button is grayed out to indicate that voice narration has been disabled. To turn it back on, simply follow the steps above and toggle the voice guide button to the "on" position.
How to Disable Google Assistant on LG TV
The Google Assistant on LG TVs brings out the best in artificial intelligence to help you enjoy an exceptional entertainment experience. It is a voice-activated assistant that lets you control your TV with voice commands and access information hands-free.
It acts as the control center for connected devices and entertainment content stored on your Smart LG TV. You can adjust the volume, change apps or inputs, or search for content like movies or games just by using your voice.
However, Google Assistant is not 100% practical. Notably, you have to face a "Meet Your Google Assistant" prompt as soon as the TV is turned on. You have no choice but to follow the on-screen prompts and accept the use. This can be inconvenient, especially when you want to quickly immerse yourself in your favorite TV program. To use Google Assistant, you also need to learn several commands. For these reasons, some people prefer to disable this feature.
Here's how to turn off the Google Assistant:
- Open the settings menu by pressing the button on the remote.
- Use the down arrow on your remote to scroll to "All Settings".
- Once the All Settings screen opens, select “General”.
- Scroll down the General sub-menu and select "User Agreements".
- Uncheck the box next to “Terms…”.
- Finally, select “Accept” to complete the process.
Once you've followed these steps, your TV will restart and Google Assistant should be disabled. You'll be able to turn on your TV and start watching your movie or show right away. You'll also have disabled your remote's microphone, which means you won't be able to send voice commands to Google Assistant.
Additional FAQs
What is audio guidance on LG TV?
Audio guidance is a built-in navigation feedback system that describes what is happening on the screen. When this feature is on, your TV provides you with information as you navigate through menus and controls. Whether you're using your TV remote to turn up the volume or change the language, this feature provides audio feedback.
What does the Google Assistant do on an LG TV?
Google Assistant is Google's voice-activated AI that can understand and interact with people. It can respond to queries and control basic functions such as changing channels, playing music and adjusting the volume level. Google Assistant will also allow you to control other smart devices in your home.
How to activate the voice guide on an LG TV?
If you want your TV to guide you through menus and describe on-screen content aloud, here's what you need to do:
1. Press the "Settings" button on your remote to open the settings menu.
2. Use the down arrow on your remote to scroll to 'All Settings'.
3. When the All Settings screen opens, select “Accessibility”.
4. Scroll down the accessibility menu and select "Audio Guidance".
5. Toggle the switch next to "Audio Guidance" to the "on" position.
Your TV's voice guide doesn't have to be a distraction
Most people find the voice guide feature on LG TVs to be a handy way to change channels or adjust the volume, but it can also get annoying if you don't want your TV to respond to you all day. Fortunately, this feature can be disabled in just a few steps. When voice guidance is off, there will be no audio guidance. However, you will continue to enjoy captions, animations, and other visual cues used for illustrations.
Do you like your TV's voice guide? Were you able to enable or disable it without any issues? Let us know in the comments section below.
