Desktop shortcut to assistant

[AC Question]

Is there a way to create a desktop shortcut for Google Assistant? Right now the microphone icon only acts as a shortcut to Google Now voice search.

 

[B. Diddy]

Welcome to Android Central! Pressing and holding Home should bring up Google Assistant -- is that not preferable?

 

[Chris5483]

Hi, I guess I've just grown accustom to that way. I use the security screen, but not the lock screen, so just a little easier to swipe up on the microphone, to unlock and start the search.