How to Dictate Text (Speech to Text)
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Modified on: Mon, 12 Feb, 2024 at 3:21 PM
Windows
Step 1: First-Time Setup (if applicable)
- If this is your first time using Dictation in Windows, it may prompt you to go to Settings.
- In the Settings, navigate to Speech and turn on Online speech recognition.
- Ensure your computer is connected to the internet.
Step 2: Select a Text Field
- Click on a text field where you want to input your dictated text.
Step 3: Open the Dictation Toolbar
- Press the Windows logo key + H simultaneously. This action will open the dictation toolbar.
Step 4: Start Speaking
- Begin speaking, and the system will convert your voice into text.
Step 5: Pause and Resume:
- If you pause for a few seconds, you might need to select the dictation icon in the toolbar to resume dictation.
Step 6: Begin Dictating
- Now, press the Windows logo key + H again, and start dictating in any document or note you have open in your browser or another application.
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