How to Turn Off the Voice Guide on an LG TV

LG has been on the frontline in delivering smart devices that empower users of all abilities. In this regard, the company has invested resources to ensure that anyone with visual or hearing impairment can enjoy their products. This has led to the inclusion of voice guide (audio narration) in all smart LG TVs.

When voice guide is enabled, your TV provides you with audio feedback as you browse through the menus and controls. Whether you’re using your remote to turn up the volume or change 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 guide. Maybe you’re trying to watch your favorite show without distractions or have friends over for some binge-watching. This feature can also be quite annoying because it automatically renders your cursor unusable.

Luckily, it’s easy to turn off your LG smart TV voice guide, and this article will show you just how to go about it.

How to Turn Off the Voice Guide on an LG TV

If your TV describes everything highlighted on the screen out loud, it means the voice guide is turned on. Here’s how to turn this feature off:

1. 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.
   
2. Press the All Settings icon at the bottom of the list, use the up and down arrows to navigate through the list.
   
3. When the settings screen opens, select Accessibility.
   
4. Within the Accessibility Menu, scroll down to Audio Description and toggle the button into the off position.
   

Et voila! With these simple steps, you’ll have turned off your TV’s narration.

For some models, however, the voice guide feature exists under the Audio Guidance section. The good thing is that the steps to turn it off remain unchanged:

1. Press the Settings button on your remote to open the settings menu.
   
2. Use the down arrow on your remote to scroll down 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 button next to “Audio Guidance” into the “off” position.
   

When toggled off, the voice guide button is greyed out to indicate that voice narration has been inactivated. To turn it back on, simply follow the above steps and toggle the voice guide button into the On position.

How to Turn Off Google Assistant on an LG TV

Google Assistant on LG TVs brings out the best of artificial intelligence to help you have a great entertainment experience. It’s a voice-activated assistant that lets you control your TV with spoken commands and access hands-free information.

It acts as the center of control for both connected devices and entertainment content stored on your Smart LG TV. You can adjust volume, switch apps or inputs, or search for content like movies or games using just your voice.

However, Google Assistant isn’t 100% convenient. Notably, you have to contend with a “Meet Your Google Assistant” prompt message 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 annoying, especially when you want to quickly immerse yourself in your favorite TV program. To use Google Assistant, you also have to learn several commands. For these reasons, some people prefer turning this feature off.

Here’s how to disable Google Assistant:

1. Open the settings menu by pressing the button on the remote.
2. Use the down arrow on your remote to scroll down to All Settings.
3. Once the All Settings screen opens, select General.
   
4. Scroll down the General submenu and select User Agreements.
   
5. Uncheck the box next to Terms… and select Agree to complete the process.
   

Once you’ve taken these steps, your TV will restart, and Google Assistant should be disabled. You’ll be able to switch on your TV and start watching your movie or show right away. You’ll also have disabled the microphone on your remote, meaning you won’t be able to issue spoken commands to Google Assistant.

Additional FAQs

What is audio guidance on an LG TV?

Audio Guidance is a built-in navigation feedback system that describes what’s happening on the screen. When this feature is enabled, your TV provides you with feedback as you browse through the menus and controls. Whether you’re using your TV’s remote control to turn up the volume or change language, this feature provides you with audio feedback.

What does Google Assistant do on an LG TV?

Google Assistant is Google’s voice-controlled AI that can understand and interact with people. It can answer 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 can I turn the voice guide on an LG TV?

If you want your TV to guide you through the menus and describe the contents on the screen out loud, 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 down 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 button next to Audio Guidance into the On position.

Your TV’s Voice Guide Need Not Be a Distraction

Most people find the voice guide feature on LG TVs to be a convenient way to change channels or adjust volume, but it can also become annoying if you don’t want your TV talking back to you all day long. Luckily, this feature can be turned off in just a few steps. With the voice guide turned off, there will be no audio guidance. However, you’ll continue enjoying captions, animations, and other visual cues used for illustrations.

Do you like your TV’s voice guide? Have you been able to toggle it on or off without any problems? Let us know in the comments section below.