Check if Google Assistant Voice Commands Are Working
To isolate the problem, start by figuring out if your device’s voice commands are working properly. Try using Google Assistant to perform a simple voice command web search. If Google is unable to complete this task, then you know the problem is not limited to text messaging. If other Google Assistant voice commands are working properly and the problem appears to be limited to text messages, then it is likely because of an error in your contacts. Another possible culprit is incorrect permissions settings in the Google app.
Check Your Contact Numbers for Errors
Open the Contacts app and check your contact numbers for errors. Extra spaces, parentheses, periods, and commas can block calls and texts from going through.
Make Sure Google Assistant Has Permission to Send Texts
Google Assistant relies on the Google app to work properly, meaning it needs a variety of permissions to carry out voice commands. Permissions settings control which apps have access to the functions of your mobile device, such as calling, texting, and recording. If you want to send text messages with Google Assistant, the Google app needs permission to use the short message service (SMS) function on your phone. Here’s how to adjust Permissions on an Android device:
Reset the Google App to Original Settings
If you have verified that there are no errors in your contact phone numbers and your Google app has the correct permissions, the next step is to reset the Google app to its original state. This process eliminates any potentially corrupt data in the Google app. If it doesn’t do the trick you can also download and install updates to the Google app.
