How to Turn Off Talking Voice & Screen Reader on Firestick (Easy Method)
6To turn off the talking voice and screen reader (known as VoiceView) on an Amazon Firestick, follow these steps based on standard procedures as of April 7, 2025:
Quick Method (Using Remote Shortcut)
Locate Buttons: On your Firestick remote, find the Back button (arrow pointing left) and the Menu button (three horizontal lines). These are typically in the top row of buttons.
Press and Hold: Press and hold both the Back and Menu buttons together for about 2-4 seconds.
Listen for Confirmation: You’ll hear “VoiceView exiting” through your TV speakers, indicating the screen reader is turning off. The talking voice should stop immediately.
This shortcut is the fastest way to disable VoiceView if it was accidentally turned on (often by pressing these buttons together unintentionally).
Alternative Method (Via Settings Menu)
If the shortcut doesn’t work or you prefer using the menu:
Go to Home Screen: Press the Home button (house icon) on your remote to reach the Firestick home screen.
Navigate to Settings: Use the directional buttons to scroll right to the gear icon (Settings) at the top of the screen, then press the center Select button (the big round one).
Select Accessibility: Scroll down to Accessibility in the Settings menu and press Select.
Choose VoiceView: Highlight VoiceView (usually the first or second option) and press Select.
Turn Off VoiceView: Highlight the VoiceView toggle or option again, press Select, and confirm turning it off if prompted. You’ll hear “VoiceView exiting” as it disables.
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