# Start a Voice Search | Shortcuts Library

> Opens the Google app and activates Voice Search, letting you use Google dictation in place of Apple’...

## What this shortcut does

Opens the Google app and activates Voice Search, letting you use Google dictation in place of Apple’s before performing a Google Search.

## Compatibility

iPhone, iPad

## Required apps

Shortcuts

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