Use voice typing in Google Docs
This is a procedure for inputting text from the microphone and using the keyboard to add punctuation and corrections. We will explain in detail the starting position, setting values, completion confirmation, and how to review in case of problems.
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Who this guide is for and what to prepare
- First-time users of Google Docs
- People who want to safely check voice input operations in Google Docs
What you need
- Open a Google document in Chrome and allow the microphone to be used by the OS and browser.
Check preparation and starting position
Open a Google document in Chrome and allow the microphone to be used by the OS and browser.
Open and configure features
- In the document, select [Tools] > [Voice typing]. Choose [Japanese] at the top of the microphone panel, then click the microphone icon.
- Check the display as you are typing and say clearly, ``I have a meeting at 3:00 pm next Tuesday.'' When finished, press the microphone again to stop.
Complete and check results
- Read back the input sentence and use the keyboard to correct proper nouns, numbers, punctuation, and line breaks. Give the document a name and confirm that the automatic save is complete.
Fix the problem and exit safely
Do not enter conversations around you or confidential information. The response to voice commands differs depending on the language, so be sure to visually correct any mistranslations in Japanese.
- If it doesn't respond, enable the correct microphone using the permissions icon in the address bar and reload the page.
Limitations and requirements
- Do not enter conversations around you or confidential information. The response to voice commands differs depending on the language, so be sure to visually correct any mistranslations in Japanese.
Frequently asked questions
What if you can't find the item you want in Google Docs?
If it doesn't respond, enable the correct microphone using the permissions icon in the address bar and reload the page.
What should I be especially careful about when using voice input in Google Docs?
Do not enter conversations around you or confidential information. The response to voice commands differs depending on the language, so be sure to visually correct any mistranslations in Japanese.
Official sources and verification date
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