How to Dictate in Google Chrome on Mac (Voice Typing Anywhere)

Chrome is where a lot of work happens: docs, chat, support tools, and more. With Voice Anywhere, you can dictate into any Chrome text field in seconds.

Table of Contents

  1. Chrome Dictation Options
  2. Using Voice Anywhere
  3. Voice Typing in Web Apps
  4. Accuracy Tips
  5. Troubleshooting

Chrome Dictation Options

1 Click Into the Input Field

Open the site you want to type into (Docs, Slack web, Zendesk, etc.) and click where you want text to appear.

This section covers important information about chrome dictation options. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Using Voice Anywhere

2 Start Voice Anywhere

Click the floating mic and begin speaking. Voice Anywhere will type into Chrome wherever your cursor is.

This section covers important information about using voice anywhere. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Voice Typing in Web Apps

3 Use Simple Punctuation

Say punctuation explicitly. Keep sentences short to reduce edits.

This section covers important information about voice typing in web apps. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Accuracy Tips

4 Stop and Review

Stop dictation after a paragraph, review for errors, and continue.

This section covers important information about accuracy tips. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Troubleshooting

5 Fix Permission Issues

If dictation can’t access your mic, check System Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone.

This section covers important information about troubleshooting. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Chrome extension to dictate?
No. Voice Anywhere works system-wide and can type into Chrome without any extensions.
Does dictation work in Google Docs in Chrome?
Yes. You can use Voice Anywhere, macOS dictation, or Google Docs Voice Typing (in Chrome).
Why does dictation insert weird spacing in web apps?
Some web editors handle spaces differently. Dictate in shorter chunks and do a quick cleanup pass.

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