Windows 11 has built-in accessibility features that allow you to control your computer using your voice and dictate text into electronic documents. These features can come in handy if you have trouble controlling your computer or find typing to be difficult or slow.
Over time, Windows can improve voice recognition by learning your individual accent and word choices to become more accurate over time. You can use the instructions below to get started using Windows speech recognition on your computer.
How to Enable Windows Speech Recognition
Method 1:
- Click on Start ⊞ and select Settings ⚙, or use Windows + I to quickly open Settings.
- Click on Accessibility and select Speech from the Interaction section.
- Turn on Windows Speech Recognition by clicking on the toggle switch.
- Click on Next to open the Set up Speech Recognition wizard. Follow the instructions to select the microphone you want to use and train the program to recognize your speech.
- The Speech Recognition Toolbar will appear at the top of your screen. To start and pause listening, click on the Microphone button at the top of your toolbar.
Method 2:
- Press the Windows ⊞ + H keys at the same time to open the voice to text toolbar.
- Click on the text box in which you want to type and press the microphone icon 🎙, or press Windows + H again.
- Start speaking to use the voice to text feature.
