Customize Siri to work exactly how you want. From voice selection to permissions, learn how to master Apple's voice assistant on your iPhone.
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Step-by-step instructions for configuring Siri to your preferences
Choose Siri's voice and language preferences.
Enable or disable "Hey Siri" hands-free activation.
Use the Side button to activate Siri instead of "Hey Siri".
Control when Siri speaks responses aloud.
Explore more Siri settings to customize your experience
Allow Siri to suggest actions in apps and search results.
Control whether Siri works when your iPhone is locked.
Type your requests instead of speaking them.
Control which apps can use Siri and which features they access.
Enable or disable Siri's access to Apple Music for voice commands.
Use AirPods as a remote microphone with Siri.
Get the most out of your Siri experience
Create custom Siri phrases to trigger Shortcuts automations. "Hey Siri, I'm heading home" can start your commute routine.
Set Siri to understand multiple languages for bilingual households. Add languages in Settings → Siri & Search → Language.
Start a request on your iPhone and continue it on your Mac. Make sure Handoff is enabled in Settings on both devices.
Tap the microphone on any keyboard to use voice dictation anywhere, not just with Siri. Great for composing messages quickly.
Say "Hey Siri, look up this" while viewing photos to identify plants, landmarks, and objects using on-device intelligence.
"Set a timer for when the pasta is done" or "Wake me up in 20 minutes" - Siri understands natural language for timing.
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Customize Siri to match your style. Whether you prefer voice commands, typing, or hands-free activation, make Siri work perfectly for you.