You can set, edit and delete tasks with Google Assistant.
Set up tasks
Set up tasks on a shared Google Assistant device
To use tasks on a shared Google Assistant device, like a speaker, smart display or Pixel Tablet in Hub Mode:
Set up tasks on a phone or tablet
Create a task with Google Assistant
Important: The option to set tasks for a certain location is no longer available. You can still set tasks for a certain time and set routines for some locations.
You can ask Google Assistant to set a task for you. For example, you can say:
- "Hey Google, set a task".
- 'Hey Google, remind me to call Mum at noon tomorrow.'
Check your tasks
In the Google Assistant app
You can check your tasks in the Google Assistant settings.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app.
- Tap Apps
Assistant
Tip: You can also say, 'Hey Google, open Tasks'.
In the Google app
- Open the Google app
.
- Tap your profile picture or initial
Manage your tasks and task settings
Edit a taskWith your voice
You can change a task's details, like the time. For example, you can say, 'Hey Google, change my task to buy milk to 5.00 p.m.'
In the Google Assistant app
You can manage your tasks in the Google Assistant settings.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app.
- Tap Apps
- Tap the task that you want to edit.
- Select your preferences.
Tip: You can also say, 'Hey Google, open Tasks'.
With your voice
You can close a task with your voice. For example, you can say: 'Hey Google, mark my task to buy milk as completed'.
In the Google Assistant app
You can close your tasks in the Google Assistant settings.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app.
- Tap Apps
- Tick the circle next to the task that you want to mark as completed.
Tip: You can also say, 'Hey Google, open Tasks'.
With your voice
- “Hey Google, delete my task to empty the dishwasher.”
- 'Hey Google, delete all of my tasks.'
In the Google Assistant app
You can delete tasks in the Google Assistant settings.
- On your Android phone or tablet, open the Settings app.
- Tap Apps
- Tap the task that you want to delete.
- Tap More
Tip: You can also say, 'Hey Google, open Tasks'.
Manage your task notifications
Important: Settings can vary by device. For more info, contact your device manufacturer.
In your Settings app
- Open your device's Settings app.
- Tap Notifications
- Tap your Google app
- Turn Tasks on or off.
- Tip: If you can't find Tasks, scroll down and tap Show unused categories