# Using Eila voice

Canonical URL: https://heyeila.com/support/get-started/using-eila-voice/
Markdown URL: https://heyeila.com/support/get-started/using-eila-voice.md
Last reviewed: 2026-10-09

## Applies to

- EILA_32 DISPLAY from 0.1.0 through 0.1.0

## Start a conversation

When voice is available, say **Hey Eila**. You can also open **Controls** from the right edge of the display and tap **Talk to Eila**. Wait for Eila’s opening greeting, then speak. To end the conversation, open **Controls** again and tap **Stop Eila voice**.

## Ask for a supported Eila task

Try **“Set a five-minute timer,” “Open Calendar,”** or **“What’s on my to-do list?”** Eila can answer from the household context it is given and carry out supported display and household tasks. It may ask a necessary question when a request needs more detail; answer that question once.

To learn a procedure, ask a question such as **“How do I set a timer?”** Eila explains the steps; asking how does not start a timer. To have Eila do it, say **“Set a five-minute timer.”** Wait for its confirmed result before assuming the timer started.

Voice is not a login. Protected changes still require their existing authenticated account or adult access step.

## When voice is unavailable

- If Voice is off or the microphone is unavailable, nothing is interpreted or changed. Use touch or wait until the display shows voice is available.
- Online voice needs a working connection. If Eila cannot start or continue a conversation, use touch instead. Try voice again when the connection and online service are available.
- If a provider or connection failure interrupts a request, wait for the display to return to its ready state and check the relevant screen before trying again. Do not assume a task happened when no result was shown.

> [!CAUTION] This introduction describes the development display software. Voice needs an available microphone and online service; it does not guarantee hardware wake performance or provider availability. If the current screen differs, use touch or [contact support](mailto:hello@heyeila.com).