Samsung Smart TVs come with several accessibility features, including the Voice Guide, which provides spoken feedback for users who are visually impaired. However, if you don’t need this feature, it can be distracting when navigating through menus, changing settings, or browsing content.

If your Samsung TV is narrating every action, you’ve likely enabled the Voice Guide feature. Disabling it is simple, but the process can vary depending on the model of your TV. This guide will provide step-by-step instructions on turning off Voice Guide on different Samsung TV models, troubleshooting tips, and frequently asked questions.

What Is Voice Guide on Samsung TV?

The Voice Guide is an accessibility feature designed to assist users by providing audio descriptions of menu selections, text, and other on-screen elements. It can be helpful for those with visual impairments but may be unnecessary for other users.

Common scenarios where Voice Guide may be enabled:
✔️ Accidental activation while navigating settings.
✔️ Voice control commands turning it on.
✔️ Accessibility settings being modified during a software update.

If your TV is describing everything you do aloud, this feature is likely enabled. Follow the steps below to turn it off.

How to Disable Voice Guide on Samsung TVs

Method 1: Turning Off Voice Guide via Settings (Newer Models – 2018 & Later)

If you have a newer Samsung Smart TV, use these steps to disable Voice Guide:

1. Press the Home Button on your Samsung remote.
2. Navigate to Settings (gear icon).
3. Select General.
4. Scroll down and choose Accessibility.
5. Select Voice Guide Settings.
6. Toggle Voice Guide to Off.

Once turned off, your TV will stop narrating menu selections and other on-screen elements.

Method 2: Turning Off Voice Guide on Older Samsung TVs (2014-2017 Models)

If you have an older Samsung TV, the steps to disable Voice Guide are slightly different:

1. Press the Menu Button on your remote.
2. Navigate to System or Settings (depending on the model).
3. Select Accessibility.
4. Locate Voice Guide.
5. Choose Off to disable it.

This method works for many Samsung Smart TVs released before 2018.

Method 3: Using the Shortcut Method (Quick Toggle)

Samsung TVs often have a shortcut to turn off Voice Guide:

1. Press and hold the Volume button on your remote.
2. A menu will appear on the screen.
3. Select Voice Guide and toggle it Off.

This method is a faster way to disable the feature without going through the full settings menu.

Method 4: Disabling Voice Guide Using Voice Commands (For Bixby-Enabled TVs)

If your Samsung TV supports Bixby Voice Assistant, you can disable Voice Guide using voice commands:

1. Press and hold the Microphone button on your Samsung remote.
2. Say: “Turn off Voice Guide”.
3. The TV will confirm the change, and Voice Guide will be disabled.

If this doesn’t work, make sure your Bixby settings are enabled and your TV is connected to the internet.

Troubleshooting: What If Voice Guide Won’t Turn Off?

If you’ve followed the steps above but your Samsung TV is still narrating actions, try these troubleshooting tips:

1. Restart Your TV

A simple restart can resolve many minor glitches.

• Turn off the TV and unplug it from the power outlet.
• Wait 30 seconds before plugging it back in.
• Turn the TV on and check if the Voice Guide is off.

2. Update Your TV’s Software

Sometimes, an outdated software version may cause issues with accessibility features. To update:

• Press Home on the remote.
• Go to Settings > Support > Software Update.
• Select Update Now.

Once the update is complete, check if the Voice Guide is disabled.

3. Reset Your Samsung TV to Default Settings

If nothing else works, resetting your TV to factory settings can help:

• Go to Settings > General > Reset.
• Enter the PIN (0000 by default).
• Confirm the reset.

⚠️ Warning: A factory reset will erase all custom settings, including Wi-Fi credentials and installed apps.

Other Accessibility Features on Samsung TVs

Samsung TVs offer various accessibility features to improve the user experience:

✅ Audio Descriptions: Provides spoken descriptions of what is happening in a show or movie.
✅ High Contrast Mode: Enhances text readability by making backgrounds darker and text brighter.
✅ Closed Captions: Displays subtitles for people with hearing impairments.
✅ Magnification & Enlarged Text: Helps users with visual impairments read on-screen text more easily.

To manage these features, go to Settings > General > Accessibility and customize them as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How do I disable Voice Guide on my Samsung TV?

Go to Settings > General > Accessibility > Voice Guide Settings and turn Voice Guide Off.

2. Why is my Samsung TV talking to me?

Your TV’s Voice Guide feature is enabled. Follow the steps above to disable it. If Voice Guide is off but your TV still narrates content, check if Audio Descriptions is enabled under Accessibility Settings.

3. How do I turn off all accessibility features on a Samsung TV?

Go to Settings > General > Accessibility and disable any features you don’t need, including:

• Voice Guide
• High Contrast Mode
• Audio Descriptions
• Enlarged Text

4. Can I disable Voice Guide permanently?

Yes. Once you turn Voice Guide off, it stays off unless manually reactivated. However, if a software update resets your settings, you may need to disable it again.

5. What should I do if my TV turns Voice Guide back on?

• Restart your TV.
• Check if your TV has an accessibility shortcut that enables Voice Guide with a button press.
• If the issue persists, reset the TV to factory settings.

Final Thoughts

Samsung’s Voice Guide is a useful accessibility feature, but it can be annoying if enabled accidentally. Thankfully, disabling it is simple using the steps in this guide.

If you ever need to adjust other accessibility settings, explore the Accessibility Menu to customize your TV experience. For further support, refer to Samsung’s official website or customer support.