Google Home Assistant is a great tool for setting up reminders for household chores.

Whether you need to remind yourself to take out the trash, water the plants, or clean the kitchen, Google Home makes it easy to stay organized and on schedule.

Here’s how to set it up.

Step 1: Set Up Reminders

1. Using Voice Commands

• Say, “Hey Google, remind me to [chore] at [time].”
  • Example: “Hey Google, remind me to take out the trash at 7 PM.”
• Google Assistant will confirm the reminder and notify you at the specified time.

2. Using the Google Home App

1. Open the Google Home app on your smartphone.
2. Tap on your profile picture at the top-right corner.
3. Select Reminders > + Add Reminder.
4. Enter the chore, time, and optional repeat settings (e.g., daily or weekly).
5. Choose the device where you want the reminder to play.

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Step 2: Repeat or Scheduled Reminders

• Recurring Chores: Set reminders to repeat on specific days:
  • Example: “Hey Google, remind me to water the plants every Tuesday at 8 AM.”
• Daily Routines: Use Google Assistant routines to bundle multiple reminders into one command.

Step 3: Assign Chores to Others

1. Add Family Members
   • Use the Google Family Group to share reminders with other household members.
   • Go to Settings in the Google Home app > Household > Add a Family Member.
2. Assign Tasks
   • Say, “Hey Google, remind [name] to clean the kitchen at 6 PM.”
   • Google Assistant will notify the assigned person on their device.

Step 4: Check and Manage Reminders

1. Say, “Hey Google, what are my reminders?” to hear all upcoming tasks.
2. Use the Google Home app to view, edit, or delete reminders.

Step 5: Use Visual Reminders (If You Have a Nest Hub)

• On devices with screens, like the Nest Hub, reminders are displayed visually alongside voice notifications.
• Example: “Take out the trash” will appear on the screen with the scheduled time.

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Quick FAQs

1. Can I Set Location-Based Reminders for Chores?

Yes, you can say, “Hey Google, remind me to vacuum when I get home.” However, this works through your phone, not Google Home devices.

2. Do I Need Separate Accounts for Family Members?

Yes, each person should have their own Google account linked to the Google Home app for personalized reminders.

3. Can I Turn Off a Reminder?

Yes, say, “Hey Google, cancel my reminder for [task].”

4. What Happens If I Miss a Reminder?

Missed reminders are saved and can be replayed by asking, “Hey Google, what reminders did I miss?”

5. Can Google Assistant Suggest Chores?

No, Google Assistant does not suggest tasks, but you can manually input all your recurring chores.

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Conclusion

Using Google Home Assistant for chore reminders simplifies household management and keeps everyone on track. With voice commands, recurring schedules, and family integration, you can easily automate reminders for a cleaner, more organised home.