Android Voice Automation

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:rocket: Turn Your Android Into a Voice-Controlled AI Butler: The Ultimate Tasker + AutoVoice Guide

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Learn how to turn your Android phone into a powerful, hands-free AI assistant using Tasker and AutoVoice. No coding required — automate WhatsApp, Spotify, calendar events, and more with simple voice commands.

Why Android Voice Automation Changes Everything

If you’ve ever wished your phone could actually do things when you talk to it — not just answer questions — this is for you.

With Tasker and AutoVoice, you can build your own AI-powered Android assistant that follows your voice commands and automates daily tasks — from sending messages and launching apps to setting focus sessions and reminders.

Forget Siri or Google Assistant limitations. This setup gives you real control, custom automations, and endless flexibility — all without writing a single line of code.

What You’ll Be Able to Do

After about 30 minutes of setup, you’ll be able to say things like:

  • “Send last photo to Mom on WhatsApp saying ‘look at this’”
    → Opens WhatsApp, attaches the latest photo, types your message, and sends it.

  • “Start 25-minute focus session, block Instagram, play lo-fi”
    → Activates Do Not Disturb, blocks distracting apps, starts your Spotify playlist, and sets a timer.

  • “Add dentist Friday 3 p.m., remind me 2 hours before”
    → Creates a calendar event, adds a reminder, and optionally shares it with family.

  • “Save parking spot”
    → Takes a photo, saves your GPS location, and reminds you where you parked.

This is full voice-based automation — your phone becomes your AI butler.

What You Need (All Free or Cheap)

App

Purpose

Price

Tasker

Main automation engine

$3.49

AutoVoice

Converts voice commands into Tasker triggers

Free / $2 mo. Premium

Join (optional)

Sync automations with your PC

Free

ChatGPT, Claude, or local AI (optional)

For natural-language command generation

Free–Varies

Step 1: Install and Configure Tasker’s AI Helper

  1. Install Tasker from the Play Store.

  2. Make sure you’re on version 6.5+, which includes Tasker’s built-in AI helper.

  3. Grant permissions when prompted — they’re essential for automation.

  4. In Preferences → Misc, enable External Access so Tasker can communicate with plugins like AutoVoice.

Test the AI Helper

Open Tasker and tap “Generate with AI.”
Type:

“I want no sound when I’m at home.”

The AI will ask what “home” means — select either your Wi-Fi network or GPS location — then automatically build the full automation.
If this works, your AI helper is ready.

Step 2: Set Up Voice Control with AutoVoice

  1. Install AutoVoice from Google Play.

  2. Enable accessibility services when prompted.

  3. Test voice recognition by saying:

“Hello AutoVoice.”

Create Your First Voice Command

  1. In Tasker, go to Profiles → + → Event → Plugin → AutoVoice Recognized.

  2. Tap Configuration → Command Filter, and type your trigger word — for example, “assistant.”

  3. Link this to a new task:

    • Action → Alert → Say → Text: “Hello, I’m your AI assistant. What can I do?”

Now, when you say “assistant,” your phone responds out loud. :microphone:

Step 3: Build Smart Voice Commands with AI

You don’t need to code — Tasker’s AI does it for you.
Use this template in the AI generator:

Create a voice command that when I say “[TRIGGER WORD]”, it [SPECIFIC ACTION].

Examples

Focus Mode

When I say “focus mode 25”, start a 25-minute timer, enable Do Not Disturb, play Spotify lo-fi playlist, and block Instagram until the timer ends.

WhatsApp Automation

When I say “send photo to [contact]”, open WhatsApp, attach my last photo, and ask me what message to send.

Smart Home Routine

When I say “good night”, set volume to zero, enable airplane mode, set alarm for 7 a.m., and say “Good night”.

Tasker generates everything automatically — no scripting required.

Step 4: Add Context and Intelligence

You can make your assistant aware of time, place, and situation.

Location-Based Behavior

  • At home: Normal voice responses

  • At work: Silent confirmations

  • Driving: Auto-reply “Driving, will respond soon”

Time-Based Rules

  • 11 p.m.–7 a.m.: Require double confirmation before sending messages

  • Work hours: Block social media commands

  • Weekends: Enable fun commands and music automations

This gives your phone genuine context awareness.

Step 5: Connect External Apps

WhatsApp Messaging

Use Tasker’s Send Intent action:

Action: android.intent.action.SENDTO

Data: smsto:+1234567890

Extra: sms_body:Hello from my AI assistant!

Target: WhatsApp

Spotify Control

Use Spotify URIs:

  • “Play workout playlist” → spotify:playlist:37i9dQZF1DX0XUsuxWHRQd

  • “Play chill music” → spotify:search:chill

Calendar Events

Add calendar items automatically:

Action: Calendar Insert

Title: %voice_event_title

Start Time: %voice_start_time

End Time: %voice_end_time

Description: Created by AI assistant

Step 6: Smart Home Integration (Bonus)

You can even link your Android voice commands to Google Home or Alexa:

  1. Install AutoVoice Google/Alexa plugin.

  2. Create a virtual device in AutoVoice.

  3. Link it to your smart home routine.

Say “movie time,” and your setup can dim lights, close blinds, start Netflix, and silence your phone — all from one command.

Power Tips

  • Battery Saver: Disable GPS profiles below 20% battery.

  • Safety: Add 5-second confirmation before sending messages.

  • Performance: Enable AutoVoice continuous mode for instant response.

  • Privacy: Keep everything local — no cloud dependency if you prefer.

Ready-to-Use Voice Commands

Try these ready prompts with Tasker’s AI generator:

Productivity

  • “quick note [text]” → Saves to Notes app

  • “remind me in [time] to [task]” → Sets reminder

  • “what’s my next meeting” → Reads calendar

  • “start pomodoro” → Focus timer + Do Not Disturb

Communication

  • “text [contact] [message]” → Sends SMS

  • “call [contact]” → Initiates call

  • “WhatsApp [contact] [message]” → Sends message

  • “where am I” → Shares your location

Smart Controls

  • “bedtime mode” → Silent, alarm set, dark mode

  • “driving mode” → Bluetooth on, auto-reply enabled

  • “find my phone” → Rings at full volume for 30 seconds

Troubleshooting Quick Fixes

:cross_mark: Voice not recognized?
→ Check microphone permissions and ensure AutoVoice runs in background.

:cross_mark: Tasks not firing?
→ Disable battery optimization and confirm Tasker has accessibility permissions.

:cross_mark: WhatsApp or Spotify failing?
→ Update both apps and verify URI or Intent syntax.

Why This Beats Built-In Assistants

Compared to Siri or Google Assistant:

  • Actually performs actions (not just suggestions)

  • Works offline with local AI

  • Offers unlimited customization

  • Costs nothing after setup

And unlike commercial AI apps, your data stays private — everything runs directly on your device.

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