Instructions apply to the Android app specifically but should work similarly on iOS.

fire up the Google Home app and go toSettings>Add>equipment>Works with Google Home.

Search forIFTTTand then tap it from the results.

The Google Home Settings and Choose a Device screen on Android

Finding Google Home Applets

Search for and selectGoogle Assistantusing theExploretab at the bottom of the app.

Select an Applet from the list.

SelectConnectand then follow any on-screen directions to connect to any service(s) the Applet requires.

The Google Home app and IFTTT website on Android

Here’s how to get started:

TapCreateat the bottom of the IFTTT app.

Search forGoogle Assistantand tap it from the results.

SelectAddnext to Then That.

Google Assistant Applets in the IFTTT app

Pick an action and then follow the directions to define specifics or to link the service to your account.

This could instruct the service to tell your coworkers you’re out for the rest of the day.

Why Use IFTTT With Google Home?

The IFTTT Android app Create screen

Imagine telling Google Assistant youve started working, and IFTTT logs your hours in a Google Sheet automatically.

Or, you could have an email from a specific person trigger a reminder from Google Assistant.

The Trigger, Create, and Select Action Service screens for the IFTTT Android app