Search the web

Search from anywhere

You don't have to leave your current app to search for the info you need. Use Google Assistant from any screen to get search results and options for your next action.

To search:

  1. Press the Google Assistant button.
  2. Tell the assistant what you're looking for. For example, search for a local restaurant by saying “Find [restaurant name].”
  3. Below the search result, tap options for related actions: make a call, get directions, read reviews, and more.

For more help with Google Assistant, read Google's support information.

Search with the Google Go search bar

Type search terms

  1. Tap the blank space on the search bar.

  2. Start typing a search term.

    As you type, suggested terms appear.

  3. Tap a suggestion to search for it.

Use voice search

Tap to call Assistant. Learn more.

Use camera to search for or translate words

Tap , then follow onscreen instructions.

See more search options and settings

Tap to open the Google Go app to see search related options and settings settings icon.

Ask or search with Moto AI

Search for apps, settings, or information on your phone. Or ask about anything else.

  1. Open the Moto AI prompt bar.

    moto ai prompt bar
  2. Type or speak your search.

    Search results are grouped by category, such as Settings or Web Search. If several results are found, tap Show more to view more results.

    Ways to use search:

    • Search for an app on your device or in Play Store, then tap the app name to launch or install it
    • Search for a setting, such as “Brightness,” then tap the result under Settings to open the setting
    • Search for a contact, then tap their name under Contacts to contact them
  3. If you ask a question, Moto AI generates an answer in your preferred language.

Delete Google search history

To learn how, read Google's help.

Use search engine other than Google

To use a search engine other than Google:

  1. Search for “search engine” in Play Store and install one of the apps.
  2. Open that app to search.