How to Create a Whole-Home Speaker Group

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Verify device connectivity

   Ensure all smart speakers are powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your mobile device. Open the Google Home app and confirm each speaker appears as an active device in the main dashboard.

   Note: If a device is missing, verify its Wi-Fi signal strength in the Google Home app settings.
2. 30 sec

   Initiate group creation

   Tap the '+' icon located in the top-left corner of the Google Home home screen. Select 'Create speaker group' from the 'Add and manage' menu options to begin the configuration wizard.

3. 1 min

   Select participant devices

   The app displays a list of all compatible devices on your network. Tap the checkbox next to every speaker you intend to include in the whole-home group, then tap 'Next'.

   Note: Only devices that are currently active and compatible will be selectable.
4. 30 sec

   Assign a group name

   Enter a descriptive label for the group, such as 'Whole Home' or 'Downstairs'. This name will appear as a single playback target in your streaming applications.

   Note: Choose a name that is easy for voice assistants to recognize.
5. 30 sec

   Save the configuration

   Review your selection and tap 'Save'. The group will now appear as a new tile on your Google Home dashboard, ready to receive audio streams from any integrated music provider.

6. 30 sec

   Verify playback synchronization

   Open your preferred music streaming app and select the newly created group name from the device list. Play a track to confirm audio output is synchronized across all selected hardware.

   Note: Adjust individual speaker volume levels within the Google Home group tile if one speaker is overpowering others.