If you have your Google Smart Speaker connected to the Google Home app or Automation. And, You haven’t still used the Broadcast feature. Oh dear! You are missing out on a lot of fun. Read the Article to know How to Broadcast on Google Home and What can you do with the feature enabled.
Can you Broadcast on Google Home?
Yes, you can Broadcast on Google Home from anywhere. The broadcast feature on Google Home lets you send voice messages to your Google Home devices. With this feature enabled, you can effortlessly send any message to anyone at home on the connected Google Home, Nest Speakers, Displays, and Smart clocks.
When you broadcast a message, it is played on the connected Google devices. To send it, you must know Which room you want to send message and what device you have connected in there. Move on to learn the stepwise instructions on How to Broadcast on Google Home.
Also Read: Add Nest to Google Home
How to Broadcast on Google Home?
In order to broadcast Voice Messages at your home, you need a Google Assistant Compatible Device. With that, you can send messages to All of your connected speakers, or a specific speaker, a specific room, etc. All you need is a Google Assistant Device connected to the Google Home app or you can also use the Google Assistant app. Both work to connect and control your smart home automation.
You can broadcast on Google Home in two ways –
- One Speaker /Display to another speaker/display.
- Your Phone to Speaker /Display – To send through the phone, you need to have the required app set up and installed. Using your phone, you can send messages from anywhere, anytime to your home.
Pre-requisite to broadcast on Google Home
- Two or more Google Assistant-supported Smart Speakers/Displays or Smart Clocks are required.
- A Reliable and Common Internet -WIFI Connection for all your devices.
- Set up and Add Google Speaker/Display to the Google Home App.
- Ensure all your devices at home are connected to the Google Home app or on Google Assistant App.
- Make sure to turn off Do Not Disturb mode on your speaker/display or smart clock.
- Each device should be signed in with the same account.
- Enable the Voice feature and enroll users on Voice match (who can access and send messages).
How to Use Broadcast on Google Home?
Broadcast on Google Home can be done on Android as well as iOS devices such as iPhones and iPads.
- To add your Smart Speakers/Display to the Home app; Turn on device >Open Google Home >Add device / Set up >Add Google Nest or Partner device. Follow the in-app instructions and you are good to go.
- You can also add your speakers on Google Assistant App on your SmartPhone.
- Connect to the same wifi network.
- Start your broadcast by saying “Hey Google,” Broadcast / Tell Everyone / Announce or Shout followed by the message you want to deliver.
You can also choose a device that would broadcast the message.
- On the Google Home app, Go to Settings > Communication>Broadcast > Broadcast on home devices >Choose home and Select device.
How to send Broadcast messages for Groups using Google Home?
You can send broadcast messages to a group of devices. Make sure all devices are linked and connected.
- Open the Google Home app>Settings >Devices >Groups and Rooms >Speaker groups >Create Speaker >Group.
- Choose the devices you want to group and add >Tap next>Name and Save.
Broadcast a message to the Entire Home or to a Specific Room
Yeah, you can Broadcast any message to your Home from anywhere using the Google Assistant or the Google Home app. You can seamlessly choose to send the messages either to One Specific room or to the entire home.
For example,
- For Single Room: Use Google Assistant and command-” Hey Google, Broadcast to the kitchen, Is dinner ready yet?”
- Sending a Broadcast message for all rooms:” Hey Google, Broadcast –It’s time to leave for school.”
These are some commonly used broadcast messages, you can customize as you prefer. You can also preset some broadcast messages, such as it’s lunchtime, I am home, time for bed, etc. Choose to Create routines to broadcast messages in your home, whenever you are busy. So, When it’s time, your message will be sent.
Can I reply to a Broadcast using the Google Home?
Yes, you can reply to the Broadcast after listening to it. You can send a reply only to the Original broadcast device. To reply to the Broadcast -Use the command, “Hey Google”, followed by your Reply [Message].
- For example, Hey Google, reply “I will be in the Kitchen within 3 minutes”.
Can I Broadcast music on Google Home?
Yes, you can Broadcast music on the Google Home app. Using the multi-room control feature, you can play your favorite music, and other audible media on your Speaker /Displays and compatible streaming devices.
Add a device
So to create a group, From the Google Home app >> search for Favorites>> click on mini-player>> select cast option >> add the device as a group >> Tap did.
Broadcast Messages not working anymore
Many users online complain about Broadcast Messages not working anymore. This could be due to various reasons that affect the functionality. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try to fix the issue.
- Check your Internet Connection if it’s stable, connected, and the same on all the devices.
- Restart your device – If you have a voice recognition issue.
- Disable and Enable the Broadcast feature on Google Home.
- Check Do Not Disturb – if it’s enabled – Disable it.
- If the problem persists, contact the support for further assistance.
Read also, How to Connect Google Home to Sonos Speaker?
Final Words
With that, Here is a conclusion on How to broadcast on Google Home. There are no alternatives, but easy-to-apply steps to send any message you want. Say what you want even without being at home, individually or in groups, you can inform as you like to. Unlock the broadcast feature and let the communication on.!