How To 3 min read Updated February 2, 2026

How to Dictate in Messages (iMessage) on Mac

Typing out text messages can be tedious. Use voice dictation to send iMessages and SMS from your Mac faster than ever.

Table of Contents

  1. Dictation in Messages
  2. Quick Setup
  3. Voice Commands
  4. Tips for Texting by Voice

Dictation in Messages

1 Open Messages

Launch the Messages app and select a conversation or start a new one.

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

Quick Setup

2 Click the Message Field

Click in the text input area at the bottom of the conversation.

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

Voice Commands

3 Activate Dictation

Click Voice Anywhere or press Fn twice for built-in dictation.

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

Tips for Texting by Voice

4 Speak Your Message

Say your text message naturally. Keep it conversational.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send voice messages instead of dictating?
Messages supports voice messages, but dictation converts your speech to text which is often more convenient for recipients.
Does dictation work with SMS on Mac?
Yes, if you have SMS forwarding enabled from your iPhone, you can dictate both iMessages and SMS.
How do I add emoji by voice in Messages?
Dictate the emoji name like 'smiley face emoji' or add emoji manually after dictating.

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