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How to Turn Off Voice Guidance in Navigation Apps

Tap a step to follow along in order.

  1. Start turn-by-turn navigation

    Set your destination and begin turn-by-turn directions.

  2. Find the mute icon

    Look for the speaker-shaped icon near the top or bottom of the navigation screen.

  3. Tap the icon to mute it

    Tapping the speaker icon turns off spoken directions and leaves only the on-screen arrows and route line.

  4. Turn it off ahead of time in settings

    Switching off the "Voice guidance" option in the app's settings menu means you won't have to mute it every time you start navigating.

  5. Why this is useful

    When you're on a call, listening to music, or just need a quiet ride, on-screen directions alone are often enough β€” muting the voice keeps things distraction-free.

When on-screen directions are enough

If you're on a call or listening to music and voice guidance feels like an interruption, turning it off and relying on the on-screen arrows instead can be a good way to go.

Check whether warning chimes are separate from voice guidance

Many navigation apps let you control spoken turn-by-turn directions separately from speed-camera or traffic-light warning chimes. If you still want to hear alerts about hazards ahead while keeping the voice off, look for a dedicated toggle for warning sounds in the app's audio settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I mute the voice but still hear warning chimes?

Many apps let you control turn-by-turn voice and warning chimes (like speed-camera or traffic-light alerts) separately, so check the audio settings for that split.

Is it safe to turn off voice guidance while driving?

Since drivers often can't watch the road and the screen at once, it's generally best to keep voice guidance on while driving and glance at the screen only briefly β€” this is general guidance, not a substitute for your local traffic laws.