topic Re: Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby in Solutions & Tips

Setting default assistant to Bixby

Redonis_ — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 07:14:41 GMT

I am unable to set Bixby as my default assistant on my S24 Ultra. Now, I usually fix all my issues on my own, because I'm great at that way, but after some intense research and troubleshooting, a remedy continues to elude me.

So here I am, seeking a different perspective, outside help. That could probably identify a solution that I didn't think of. On the list of Device Digital Assistants, there are only Google and Alexa.

Is there a way to fix this and get Bixby to be recognized and set as my device's default assistant? Bare in mind, I've tried all the recommended troubleshooting solutions that exist on the internet. Or should I just wait for the One UI 8.5 update, and hope that fixes everything?

Help! Anybody?

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Ray1 — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:42:23 GMT

If you go to Settings, side button, long press you should be able to set Bixby as default assistant when you long press the side button

Re: Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Redonis_ — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:45:56 GMT

Yeah, I was able to do that, but it's not the default assistant. Google is. Bixby responds to his name when call him up, as well as google, but google remains the default on my phone. Bixby isn't even showing on this list of assistants.

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Fatwa — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:22:19 GMT

I was having a related issue but was specifically related to sidekey launch of default AI - If I set either Gemini or Bixby, the sidekey would seem to 'forget' which is the default and make me keep choosing.

I found there was a bug/conflict issues by interoperating with the traditional menu settings in conjunction with goodlock AI sidekey selection.

Might be too far from your issue (can't find Bixby) - but as a longshot - try disabling AI related functions in goodlock.

Im not even sure how you can't find Bixby, as its so heavily integrated with the OS. Obviously you are an advanced user, so I won't ask questions that id ask others.

Re: Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Redonis_ — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:31:23 GMT

Ok, I'll try that approach and see what happens. But I shared them same sentiment where not being able to find Bixby on the list of assistants is concerned. Let's see where I get this thing.

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Goldenseal — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:24:34 GMT

The default assistant app is now used for the side button long press. So if you don't want Bixby to be your default digital assistant when you long-press it, you can set the default digital assistant app to other apps (Google, ChatGPT, or others). If you have set the long press to Bixby, then Bixby is now your default digital assistant.

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Haisley — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:10:24 GMT

Here are a few troubleshooting steps you can try:

Update Bixby Services
- Open the Galaxy Store and ensure Bixby Voice and Bixby Service are fully updated.
- Restart your device after updating.
Check Default Assistant Settings
- Go to Settings → Apps → Choose default apps → Digital assistant app.
- If Bixby is not listed, try clearing data for Bixby Voice under Settings → Apps → Bixby Voice → Storage → Clear data.
Side Key Customization
- Navigate to Settings → Advanced features → Side key.
- Set the long‑press action to launch Bixby. This ensures Bixby responds as your assistant even if it doesn’t appear in the assistant list.
Good Lock Modules (Optional)
- If you’re using Good Lock customization modules, try disabling AI‑related functions temporarily. Some users have reported conflicts between Good Lock settings and the system assistant menu.

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

ihateapplebecuaseit — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:33:19 GMT

Hey guys I have a question, is ur model of ur phone new or old, js tell me and I'll search it up

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

giova7 — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:03:34 GMT

I have the same problem but on my Galaxy watch classic 6

Re: Setting default assistant to Bixby

Haisley — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:42:25 GMT

We request that you perform the troubleshooting steps below so Bixby can start working smoothly on your Galaxy Watch Classic 6, giova7.

Open Bixby App → Go to Apps → Bixby and complete setup prompts.
Enable Voice Wake‑Up → Bixby → Settings → Voice wake‑up → toggle On.
Customize Home Button → Settings → Advanced features → Customize buttons → set double press to Bixby.
Check Permissions → Settings → Apps → Bixby Voice → Permissions → allow microphone and other requests.
Reset/Force Stop Bixby → via Galaxy Wearable app → Apps → Bixby → Force stop or reset Bixby.
Update Watch Software → Settings → Software update → Download and install → restart after update.