Windows 10: I can't switch the "Hey Cortana" command on

Discus and support I can't switch the "Hey Cortana" command on in Cortana to solve the problem; There is a toggle button in the Cortana settings to turn the "Hey Cortana" command on/off, but I am not able to turn it on.... Discussion in 'Cortana' started by mhsol, Aug 23, 2019.

  1. mhsol Win User

    I can't switch the "Hey Cortana" command on


    There is a toggle button in the Cortana settings to turn the "Hey Cortana" command on/off, but I am not able to turn it on.

    :)
     
    mhsol, Aug 23, 2019
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  2. David Haz Win User

    Hey cortana enabling switch is missing

    Hi Donald,

    You may find the Hey Cortana setting by following the steps below:

    • Select the search box in the task bar.
    • Select Notebook > Settings.
    • Under Hey Cortana, switch the toggle to On.
    Note: Cortana is only available in certain countries/region and some Cortana features might not be available everywhere.

    If you have further questions, feel free to ask us about it.

    Regards.
     
    David Haz, Aug 23, 2019
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  3. Peer_Sam Win User
    How to enable Hey Cortana on Android

    Hi Jerry,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    By default, Hey Cortana feature is turned off unless you activate it. Kindly follow the steps below to enable the feature.



    • Launch the Cortana app on your Android device.
    • Click on the Menu.
    • Click on Hey Cortana.
    • Toggle the switch to position On for
      From the Cortana app
      .





    The Hey Cortana feature will not work when the phone is in standby mode, however you can follow the steps mentioned in the article below to enable Cortana on lock screen.



    Getting started with Cortana



    Hope it helps.



    Regards,

    Peer Samie

    Microsoft Community-Moderator
     
    Peer_Sam, Aug 23, 2019
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  4. Dan Olaru Win User

    I can't switch the "Hey Cortana" command on

    Hey Cortana

    Thank you for information! The setings was complete and accordingly with requirements. In fact vocal command "Hey Cortana" was working untul few weeks ago. After this the switch on/off to activate vocal Hey Cortana remain on off and Ihave not vocal command.
     
    Dan Olaru, Aug 23, 2019
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