Activate Siri

Note: You must be connected to the internet to use Siri.

To activate Siri on your Mac, do any of the following:

  • Press and hold the Microphone key if available in the row of function keys; otherwise, use the keyboard shortcut as specified in Siri settings.

  • Click the Siri status menu in the menu bar. If it’s not shown, you can add it using Control Center settings.

  • Say “Hey Siri” or “Siri” (if this option is available and turned on in Siri settings). To check whether “Hey Siri” or “Siri” is available for your device and language, see the Apple Support article Use Siri on all your Apple devices.

  • Tap Siri in the Touch Bar (if your Mac has a Touch Bar).